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2021 · 2 seasons · Drama

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Drama Sci-Fi & Fantasy

This contemporary version of the classic drama series delves into the “what if” questions that keep us awake at night. Each episode tells emotional, provocative stories about people who walk in with a desire, but end up reborn to themselves through the magical realism of Fantasy Island.

Country of origin: 🇺🇸 United States
Year: 2021

Created by: Gene Levitt
Channel: FOX
Studio: Gemstone Studios · FOX Entertainment · Happier in Hollywood

Trivia & behind the scenes

Origins

This 2021 series is a sequel to and maintains continuity with the original 1977 Fantasy Island series, with Roselyn Sánchez playing Elena Roarke, a grand-niece of the original Mr. Roarke.

Origins

The series was announced on December 15, 2020, as a contemporary adaptation developed by Elizabeth Craft and Sarah Fain for Fox, produced by Fox Entertainment, Happier in Hollywood, and Sony Pictures Television's Gemstone Studios.

Casting

Three Melrose Place alumni—Laura Leighton, Josie Bissett, and Daphne Zuniga—were announced in July 2021 to make special guest appearances in the show.

Casting

Teri Hatcher and James Denton, both known from Desperate Housewives, were announced in January 2023 as guest stars for a season 2 episode.

Casting

John Gabriel Rodriquez started in a recurring role in season 1 before being promoted to a series regular for season 2.

Filming

The series was filmed in Puerto Rico.

Trivia

Ahead of its premiere, Fox aired a behind-the-scenes special called 'Welcome to the New Fantasy Island' on August 8, 2021, two days before the show's official debut.

Trivia

After being renewed for a second season, a two-hour holiday special titled 'Welcome to the Snow Globe' aired on December 23, 2021.

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