MGM+ and Paramount+ Bring Stars Aboard New Original Series Treasure Island
Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s Timeless Tale, the Six-Part Series Is Produced by Playground and Stars David Oyelowo, Hayley Atwell, Jack Huston, Tomer Capone and Tom Sweet
The series premieres on MGM+ in the U.S. and Paramount+ in the UK and Ireland, with FIFTH SEASON handling global distribution
LONDON – March 3, 2026: MGM+ U.S. and Paramount+ UK & Ireland today announced the commission of the new original adventure series Treasure Island. The six-part drama brings thrilling new life and a star cast to Robert Louis Stevenson’s 18th century epic, with David Oyelowo (Selma, Silo) starring as Long John Silver, Hayley Atwell (Marvel’s Agent Carter, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning) as Bess Hawkins, Jack Huston (Boardwalk Empire, Day of the Fight) as Aaron Graham, Tomer Capone (The Boys, Fauda) as Billy Bones, and Tom Sweet (Great Expectations, Childhood of a Leader) as Jim Hawkins.
Treasure Island is a bold, high-stakes coming-of-age adventure series for a new generation, charting the transformation of teenager Jim Hawkins from sheltered boy to emboldened young pirate. When Jim gets his hands on a legendary treasure map, his mother Bess’s clever and decisive actions leave him holding valuable knowledge that puts both of their lives in danger.. Sailing aboard The Hispaniola, Jim and Bess are caught between the charming, terrifying pirate Long John Silver, and the debonair, duplicitous British agent Aaron Graham. Jim must grow up fast as he and his mother fight for survival on a voyage where alliances shift, secrets multiply and peril closes in from all sides. Set across the Atlantic, in a Caribbean on the brink of revolution and on the terrifying Skeleton Island, the series tracks Jim as he confronts a world far more complex and dangerous than he ever imagined, where resilience, loyalty and identity are tested - and fortune is the prize.
Treasure Island is a Paramount+ and MGM+ Original Series in association with FIFTH SEASON, produced by Playground. It has been created for television by Robert Murphy (Vera, Shetland) and it is directed by Jeremy Lovering (Slow Horses, The One), William McGregor (The Buccaneers, Lockwood & Co., His Dark Materials) and Paul Walker (Shameless, Riviera, Hunting Alice Bell) with Mark Hedges serving as producer.
The six-part series was commissioned for Paramount+ by Sebastian Cardwell, Deputy Chief Content Officer, UK, and Paul Testar, Commissioning Editor, for Paramount+ UK & Ireland. Michael Wright, global head of MGM+, and Alec Strum, original programming executive, oversee production for MGM+, while David Stern, Scott Huff, Colin Callender and Daniel Gratton executive produce on behalf of Playground, Robert Murphy and Jeremy Lovering also serve as executive producers.
Treasure Island will premiere on MGM+ in the United States and on Paramount+ in the UK and Ireland, with FIFTH SEASON handling global distribution outside these territories. Production services in Spain are provided by Ánima Stillking.
Speaking about the new series order, Paramount’s Sebastian Cardwell said: “Treasure Island is a bold and atmospheric reimagining of a story that has captivated audiences for generations. This adaptation brings fresh emotional depth and a striking contemporary edge to Stevenson’s classic. We’re thrilled to be partnering with Playground and MGM+ to bring this richly cinematic adventure to audiences in the UK and Ireland, the U.S. and beyond.”
On the U.S. launch, MGM+’s Wright said: “This thrilling new adaptation of Stevenson’s classic adventure Treasure Island is a perfect expression of the MGM+ brand. It is a classic Hollywood storytelling crafted for a contemporary audience, brought to life with an extraordinary ensemble cast led by David Oyelowo, Hayley Atwell, Jack Huston, Tomer Capone, and Tom Sweet. Robert Murphy’s fresh take on Stevenson’s classic captures the timeless themes of the beloved story, and we are delighted to partner with Playground and our colleagues at Paramount+ UK and Ireland on this ambitious adventure.”
Commenting on the announcement, Playground’s joint Managing Directors David Stern and Scott Huff said, “Treasure Island is an epic, high-stakes adventure with timeless themes of conquest, greed, and coming of age. Robert Murphy has written something that is, in equal measure, surprising, entertaining, and true to the original novel. The extraordinary cast and crew who have joined us are a testament to his brilliant scripts and to the powerful hold the original story has had on generations of readers. We’re incredibly grateful to our partners at MGM+, Paramount+, and FIFTH SEASON for their support of our vision for the series.”
Kate Laffey, SVP Acquisitions at FIFTH SEASON added: “TREASURE ISLAND takes a story beloved by international audiences and delivers a fresh and inventive series that stays close to the iconic tale at its heart. We're excited to partner with celebrated creative powerhouse Playground for the first time on a visually and emotionally compelling narrative anchored by an acclaimed ensemble cast that gives this thrilling escapade through the seas huge global appeal.”
The production of Treasure Island commenced this month, and the series will be available exclusively on MGM+ US and Paramount+ UK & Ireland.
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| David Oyelowo - Misan Harriman |
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| Tom Sweet - Lucy Hurley |
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| Tomer Capone - Mor Anucov |
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| Jack Huston - Raul Romo |
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| Hayley Atwell - Faye Thomas |
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About Playground
Playground is the production company based in New York and London founded by award-winning producer Sir Colin Callender CBE. With a dynamic and innovative creative team, deep talent relations on both sides of the Atlantic, and a reputation for editorial rigour, the company is known for its consistent track record producing distinctive high-end scripted drama that’s smart & entertaining.
Taking advantage of the creative opportunities in the ever-changing entertainment landscape, the company’s recent television credits include films and limited-series such THE DRESSER, HOWARDS END, CHIMERICA, LITTLE WOMEN, KING LEAR, the Golden Globe and Bafta winning WOLF HALL starring Mark Rylance, Damian Lewis, and Claire Foy, and most recently its acclaimed sequel THE MIRROR AND THE LIGHT. Recent returning series include six seasons of ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL, THE HARDACRES, LYNLEY, MAIGRET, THE UNDECLARED WAR, and it’s first comedy, SMALL TOWN, BIG STORY. Upcoming new shows include TREASURE ISLAND and UP TO NO GOOD starring Glenn Close.
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