The Legends of Treasure Island

Season 1 Episode 1: The Quest Begins

The Legends Of Treasure Island is an animated cartoon from the UK that ran from 1993-1995. It had two series of 13 episodes each and each episode runs for 22–25 minutes. The series was loosely based on Robert Louis Stevenson's original story "Treasure Island". Featuring a mysterious and dark storyline, it incorporates magic and many new characters. Unlike the book and most adaptations Long John Silver is not an anti-hero with dubious morality but rather a straight villain. It was broadcast in the United Kingdom and in other countries throughout Europe and Latin America and was also aired in Australia. The programme was a FilmFair production for Central Independent Television, The Legends of Treasure Island, is owned by ITV PLC.

Genre:

Family, Animation

Seasons:

2

Episodes:

26

Cast:

Hugh Laurie, Chris Barrie, Richard E. Grant

Quality:

HD

Duration:

22 min

First Air:

1993

Rating:

7.9