An all-new version of the classic show, which starred the late Ricardo Montalbán as the mysterious Mr. Roarke and Hervé Villechaize as his assistant, Tattoo. The series aired on ABC from 1977 to 1984. In 1998, there was a one-season revival of the series and I am sorry to say, a not so good, horror film adaptation in 2020.
Roselyn Sanchez
This August, FOX travels to Fantasy Island, with an all-new version. A modern drama series, Fantasy Island takes place at a luxury resort, where literally any fantasy requested by guests is fulfilled, although they rarely turn out as expected. Delving into the “what if” questions—both big and small—that keep us awake at night, each episode will tell emotional, provocative stories about people who arrive with dreams and desires and depart enlightened and transformed through the magical realism of Fantasy Island.
Serving as steward of this mysterious island is Elena Roarke (Roselyn Sanchez, Devious Maids, Without a Trace), a descendant of the iconic Mr. Roarke. Elena set aside her own ambitions, and even the love of her life, to uphold her family’s legacy. Sophisticated, insightful and always charming, her calm exterior masks the challenges of the responsibilities she has assumed. Assisting Elena is Ruby Okoro (Kiara Barnes, The Bold and the Beautiful), a young woman with an old soul who arrives on Fantasy Island with a terminal illness and is given a new lease on life there; and pilot Javier (John Gabriel Rodriquez, Miranda’s Rights, Rosewood), who also is the head of island transportation and a jack of all trades.
Guest stars include Bellamy Young, Dave Annable, Odette Annable, and more…
Production is currently underway on location in Puerto Rico.
The series premiere of Fantasy Island, Tuesday, August 10 at 9/8c, on FOX.
