The Island (2010): cast, story & where to watch
2010 · Series · ★ 8.3
Released in 2010, The Island is a drama series.
What it’s about. Based on the best-selling English novel The Island by Victoria Hislop, the series takes place on the island of Spinalonga, off the coast of Crete, and in the village of Plaka which lies within swimming distance across it. The series premiered on 11 October 2010 to record ratings and critical acclaim. It is the most expensive Greek television production ever with a budget of €4 million.
Who’s in it. The Island stars Stelios Mainas as Giorgis Petrakis, Katerina Lehou as Eleni Petraki, Filareti Komninou as Sofia Petraki - Fielding and Youlika Skafida as Maria Petraki, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, The Island sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Island page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Island tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Island (2010)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Island change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Island worth watching?
- The Island holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Island?
- The Island stars Stelios Mainas, Katerina Lehou, Filareti Komninou, Youlika Skafida and Evgenia Dimitropoulou.
- When was The Island released?
- The Island was released in 2010.