Castaway

Castaway (2001-2007)

EndedReality show

On 1 January, 28 adults and 8 children were cast adrift on the remote Scottish island of Taransay - the start of a year-long experiment to find out what happens when a cross-section of British people create a new society.

Network
Scheduleevery Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E27Episode 27May 27, 2007
S02E26Episode 26May 24, 2007
S02E25Episode 25May 22, 2007
S02E24Episode 24May 20, 2007
S02E23Episode 23May 17, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Castaway premiere?

Castaway premiered on October 16, 2000.

Who was the host of Castaway?

The host of Castaway was Ray Mears.

Where was Castaway filmed?

Castaway was filmed on Taransay, an island in the Outer Hebrides off the coast of Scotland.

How many participants were there in the first season of Castaway?

There were 36 participants in the first season of Castaway.

What was the main challenge faced by the participants on Castaway?

The main challenge faced by the participants on Castaway was to build a self-sufficient community from scratch on the island.

Were the participants allowed to bring any personal belongings with them to the island?

No, the participants were not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them to the island.

Did the participants have access to modern amenities like electricity and running water?

No, the participants had to rely on their own resources to create shelter, find food and water, and meet their basic needs.

How long did the participants remain on the island during the first season of Castaway?

The participants remained on the island for a year during the first season of Castaway.

Was there a winner of Castaway, or was it a collaborative effort to survive?

Castaway was a collaborative effort, and there was no winner or prize at the end of the season.

Did any of the participants leave the island before the end of the season?

Yes, some participants left the island before the end of the season due to personal or medical reasons.

Were the participants allowed to communicate with the outside world during their time on the island?

No, the participants were not allowed to communicate with the outside world during their time on the island.

Did the participants face any conflicts among themselves during their time on the island?

Yes, the participants faced conflicts among themselves, ranging from personality clashes to disputes over resources.

Also known as

  • Castaway 2000 (United Kingdom)
  • Castaway 2007 (United Kingdom)

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