The Legends of Treasure Island(1993)

A mysterious map. A hidden treasure. The greatest adventure of all!

The Legends of Treasure Island is a British animated series that aired from 1993 to 1995, spanning two seasons of 13 episodes each. Loosely adapted from Robert Louis Stevenson's classic novel, the show weaves magic and mystery into a darker reimagining of the familiar tale. A key departure from the source material is Long John Silver's characterization—here he emerges as an outright villain rather than the morally ambiguous antihero of the book. The series introduces original characters and plot threads that expand beyond Stevenson's framework, creating a more fantastical adventure. Produced by FilmFair for Central Independent Television, The Legends of Treasure Island found audiences across the UK, Europe, Latin America, and Australia, becoming a notable entry in 1990s children's animation.