The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson

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  • 1998
  • 1 Season
  • 7.3  (611)

The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson is a television series that aired from 1998 to 1999. The show is an adaptation of the classic novel, The Swiss Family Robinson, written by Johann David Wyss. The series was produced by Global Television, a Canadian media company, and was filmed in Queensland, Australia.

The show centers on the Robinson family, who find themselves stranded on a tropical island after their ship is wrecked in a storm. The family consists of father David Robinson, portrayed by Richard Thomas, mother Elizabeth Robinson, portrayed by K.C. Kelly, and their three children, Ernst, played by Kieren Hutchison, Fritz, played by Gareth Howells, and young meek Emily, played by Charlotte Woollams. The family is accompanied by two dogs, Duke and Turk.

As the family adjusts to their new home, they must learn how to survive on the island while also working to make it their permanent residence. They begin to build a treehouse and find ways to make use of their resources, such as fishing and hunting for food. The family also explores the island and discovers new friends and enemies.

Along the way, the family encounters a variety of challenges that test their survival skills and their ability to work together. They cross paths with pirates, wild animals, and even cannibals. They also face natural disasters such as hurricanes and earthquakes.

Throughout the show, the Robinson family works to create a new life for themselves on the island. They develop relationships with the island's natives, including a young girl named Pi who becomes a close friend of Emily. They also encounter a castaway named Nicholas, played by Junior Chile, who becomes a helpful ally to the family.

As the family works towards their goal of living on the island permanently, they also begin to uncover secrets about the island's history and previous inhabitants. They learn about an ancient civilization that once lived on the island, and through their discoveries, they are able to connect with the island in new and profound ways.

The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson is a show that focuses on themes of family, survival, and adventure. It offers a unique look at what life might be like if one was stranded on an island, and how one would adapt to such a situation. The show offers a mix of action, drama, and comedy, making it a fun adventure for viewers of all ages. The cast members are all talented and bring the characters of the Robinson family to life with ease.

Overall, The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson is a classic adventure story that is sure to capture the imagination of viewers young and old. Its themes of family and survival are timeless, and the show offers a unique perspective on what it means to create a new life in unfamiliar territory. Whether you are a fan of the original novel or just looking for a new adventure to enjoy, The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson is a show that is worth watching.

The Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (35 episodes). The series first aired on September 1, 1998.

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The Making of the Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson
31. The Making of the Adventures of Swiss Family Robinson
October 16, 1998
Richard Thomas is your island guide for this on-location behind-the-scenes look at the production of this epic series.
Boston Part 3
30. Boston Part 3
October 15, 1998
The Robinsons' great adventure ends, but as each member struggles to adjust to civilization, is a new and greater adventure on the horizon?
Boston Part 2
29. Boston Part 2
October 14, 1998
The Robinsons' great adventure ends, but as each member struggles to adjust to civilization, is a new and greater adventure on the horizon?
Boston Part 1
28. Boston Part 1
October 11, 1998
The Robinsons' great adventure ends, but as each member struggles to adjust to civilization, is a new and greater adventure on the horizon?
Paradise Lost Part 3
27. Paradise Lost Part 3
October 10, 1998
Newlyweds Ben and Joanna's happiness is short-lived when Parsons leads a pirate attack on the family. The arrival of a merchant ship rescues the Robinsons. Back in Boston, David stands trial for the murder of Parson's brother.
Paradise Lost Part 2
26. Paradise Lost Part 2
October 9, 1998
Newlyweds Ben and Joanna's happiness is short-lived when Parsons leads a pirate attack on the family. The arrival of a merchant ship rescues the Robinsons. Back in Boston, David stands trial for the murder of Parson's brother.
Paradise Lost Part 1
25. Paradise Lost Part 1
October 7, 1998
Newlyweds Ben and Joanna's happiness is short-lived when Parsons leads a pirate attack on the family. The arrival of a merchant ship rescues the Robinsons. Back in Boston, David stands trial for the murder of Parson's brother.
Starcrossed Lovers Part 3
24. Starcrossed Lovers Part 3
October 5, 1998
Parsons' good-hearted sidekick Ben is now a member of the Robinson family group, but David objects when he discovers that Ben is in love with his daughter Joanna. Meanwhile, Emily must act as midwife when Elizabeth prepares to give birth.
Starcrossed Lovers Part 2
23. Starcrossed Lovers Part 2
October 4, 1998
Parsons' good-hearted sidekick Ben is now a member of the Robinson family group, but David objects when he discovers that Ben is in love with his daughter Joanna. Meanwhile, Emily must act as midwife when Elizabeth prepares to give birth.
Starcrossed Lovers Part 1
22. Starcrossed Lovers Part 1
October 3, 1998
Parsons' good-hearted sidekick Ben is now a member of the Robinson family group, but David objects when he discovers that Ben is in love with his daughter Joanna. Meanwhile, Emily must act as midwife when Elizabeth prepares to give birth.
The Treasure Hunt Part 3
21. The Treasure Hunt Part 3
October 2, 1998
A raging storm, a treasure map, the return of Samuel Scaggs, and a pirate attack make the Robinsons' first Christmas on the island one they will never forget.
The Treasure Hunt Part 2
20. The Treasure Hunt Part 2
September 29, 1998
A raging storm, a treasure map, the return of Samuel Scaggs, and a pirate attack make the Robinsons' first Christmas on the island one they will never forget.
The Treasure Hunt Part 1
19. The Treasure Hunt Part 1
September 28, 1998
A raging storm, a treasure map, the return of Samuel Scaggs, and a pirate attack make the Robinsons' first Christmas on the island one they will never forget.
The Ghost of Raven Jones Part 3
18. The Ghost of Raven Jones Part 3
September 27, 1998
Raven Jones lives! The mythical, long-lost pirate has been driven mad by his years of solitude, and is determined to stop the Robinsons from finding an imagined horde of treasure, which he has been searching for himself.
The Ghost of Raven Jones Part 2
17. The Ghost of Raven Jones Part 2
September 26, 1998
Raven Jones lives! The mythical, long-lost pirate has been driven mad by his years of solitude, and is determined to stop the Robinsons from finding an imagined horde of treasure, which he has been searching for himself.
The Ghost of Raven Jones Part 1
16. The Ghost of Raven Jones Part 1
September 23, 1998
Raven Jones lives! The mythical, long-lost pirate has been driven mad by his years of solitude, and is determined to stop the Robinsons from finding an imagined horde of treasure, which he has been searching for himself.
Captives Part 3
15. Captives Part 3
September 22, 1998
The Robinsons' idyllic life is shattered when Parsons kidnaps daughter Christina, and the Robinsons discover evidence of an ape-like creature on the island. David and Billy become gravely ill after each is bitten by a swamp insect.
Captives Part 2
14. Captives Part 2
September 21, 1998
The Robinsons' idyllic life is shattered when Parsons kidnaps daughter Christina, and the Robinsons discover evidence of an ape-like creature on the island. David and Billy become gravely ill after each is bitten by a swamp insect.
Captives Part 1
13. Captives Part 1
September 20, 1998
The Robinsons' idyllic life is shattered when Parsons kidnaps daughter Christina, and the Robinsons discover evidence of an ape-like creature on the island. David and Billy become gravely ill after each is bitten by a swamp insect.
Princess from the Sea Part 3
12. Princess from the Sea Part 3
September 17, 1998
Moya, a tribal princess, flees her war-torned island. Two cultures unite as she helps the Robinsons build a new fortress. Ernest becomes infatuated with Moya, whose life is in danger from the dark spells of a shaman.
Princess from the Sea Part 2
11. Princess from the Sea Part 2
September 16, 1998
Moya, a tribal princess, flees her war-torned island. Two cultures unite as she helps the Robinsons build a new fortress. Ernest becomes infatuated with Moya, whose life is in danger from the dark spells of a shaman.
Boston
10. Boston
September 1, 1998
The Robinsons' great adventure ends, but as each member struggles to adjust to civilization, is a new and greater adventure on the horizon?
Paradise Lost
9. Paradise Lost
September 1, 1998
Newlyweds Ben and Joanna's happiness is short-lived when Parsons leads a pirate attack on the family. The arrival of a merchant ship rescues the Robinsons. Back in Boston, David stands trial for the murder of Parsons' brother.
Starcrossed Lovers
8. Starcrossed Lovers
September 1, 1998
David objects when Parsons' good-hearted sidekick, Ben, falls in love with his daughter, Joanna.
The Treasure Hunt
7. The Treasure Hunt
October 12, 1998
The Robinsons' first Christmas on the island is a memorable one, with a raging storm and the return of pirate Samuel Scaggs.
The Ghost of Raven Jones
6. The Ghost of Raven Jones
October 5, 1998
Raven Jones lives! The mythical long-lost pirate has been driven mad by his years of solitude, and is determined to stop the Robinsons from finding an imagined horde of treasure, which he has been searching for himself.
Captives
5. Captives
September 29, 1998
The Robinson's idyllic life is shattered when Parsons kidnaps Christina, and the Robinsons discover evidence of an ape-like creature on the island. David and Billy become gravely ill after each is bitten by a swamp insect.
Princess from the Sea
4. Princess from the Sea
September 22, 1998
Moya, a tribal princess, flees her war-torn island. Two cultures unite as she helps the Robinsons build a new fortress. Ernst becomes infatuated with Moya, whose life is in danger from the dark spells of a shaman.
Invasion
3. Invasion
September 15, 1998
The notorious Samuel Scaggs and his band of pirates land on the island and take over the Robinson tree house. As the family prepares to celebrate the Fourth of July, Scaggs demands that David Robinson renounce America, or be put to death.
Island of the Gods
2. Island of the Gods
September 8, 1998
Supernatural adventures beyond their wildest dreams await the Robinson children after rescuing a tribal King from his treacherous brother. The children become trapped in the Dreamtime, and only a native shaman can rescue them.
Survival
1. Survival
September 1, 1998
A raging storm maroons the close-knit Robinson family and a band of shipwrecked survivors on a remote desert island. But they are not alone! Parsons blames David Robinson (Richard Thomas) for his brother's death and vows revenge.
Starcrossed Lovers
103. Starcrossed Lovers
October 2, 1998
Parsons' good-hearted sidekick Ben is now a member of the Robinson family group, but David objects when he discovers that Ben is in love with his daughter Joanna. Meanwhile, Emily must act as midwife when Elizabeth prepares to give birth.
The Island of the Gods
105. The Island of the Gods
September 3, 1998
Supernatural adventures beyond their wildest dreams await the Robinson children after David Robinson and his son, Ernst, rescue a tribal King from his treacherous brother.
Captives
108. Captives
September 19, 1998
The Robinsons' idyllic life is shattered when Parsons kidnaps daughter Christina, and the Robinsons discover evidence of an ape-like creature on the island. David and Billy become gravely ill after each is bitten by a swamp insect.
The Treasure Hunt
110. The Treasure Hunt
September 27, 1998
A raging storm, a treasure map, the return of Samuel Scaggs, and a pirate attack make the Robinsons' first Christmas on the island one they will never forget.
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  • Premiere Date
    September 1, 1998
  • IMDB Rating
    7.3  (611)