The BEST episodes of Fantasy Island (2021) season 1

Every episode of Fantasy Island (2021) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Fantasy Island (2021) season 1!

The series takes place at a luxury resort, where literally any fantasy requested by guests is fulfilled, although they rarely turn out as expected. Serving as steward of this mysterious island is Elena Roarke, a descendant of the iconic Mr. Roarke. Elena set aside her own ambitions, and even the love of her life, to uphold her family’s legacy. Sophisticated, insightful and always charming, her calm exterior masks the challenges of the responsibilities she has assumed. Assisting Elena is Ruby Okoro, a young woman with an old soul who arrives on Fantasy Island with a terminal illness, and is given a new lease on life there; and pilot Javier, who also is the head of island transportation and a jack of all trades.

Last Updated: 11/14/2024Network: FOXStatus: Ended
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Once Upon a Time in Havana
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7.59
203 votes

#1 - Once Upon a Time in Havana

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 8/31/2021

Percussionist Alma wants to be accepted by her tight-knit Cuban family, but to understand why they disapprove of her musical career, she must revisit their history.

Directors: Laura Belsey
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Día de los Vivos
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7.50
151 votes

#2 - Día de los Vivos

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 9/19/2021

A young artist Ramon wants to see his mentor, Jasper, again and Jasper realizes he may not have been the best influence on Ramon.

Directors: Rachel Raimist
Writer: Adam Fierro
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Twice in a Lifetime
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7.46
181 votes

#3 - Twice in a Lifetime

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/7/2021

Nisha wants the Island to help her decide between marrying her parent's proposed match, Savin, or her longtime boyfriend, Josh.

Directors: Tara Miele
Writer: Sono Patel
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The Romance & The Bromance
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7.36
156 votes

#4 - The Romance & The Bromance

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/14/2021

A bookworm who wants to say yes to life goes back in time to meet her favorite author, and a competitive survivalist learns that the ultimate challenge is something he hasn't trained for.

Directors: Laura Belsey
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Quantum Entanglement
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7.25
225 votes

#5 - Quantum Entanglement

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/24/2021

Flamboyant, eccentric Eileen wants to spend time with her estranged daughter and her family, but they refuse to see her. Meanwhile, disillusioned physics professor Charles wants to know if there is something more out there.

Writer: Adria Lang
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His and Hers; The Heartbreak Hotel
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7.25
255 votes

#6 - His and Hers; The Heartbreak Hotel

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/17/2021

Two adventurers, whose marriage has grown stale want to have the ultimate adventure together. Meanwhile, after sleeping for 35 years, widower Brent, must decide if he is ready to face his grief awake.

Directors: Adam Kane
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The Big Five Oh
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7.24
163 votes

#7 - The Big Five Oh

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/12/2021

When old friends Nettie, Camille and Margot come to the Island to celebrate their 50th birthdays, their fantasies expose fault lines in their friendship.

Directors: Diana Valentine
Writer: Adria Lang
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Hungry Christine; Mel Loves Ruby
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7.12
349 votes

#8 - Hungry Christine; Mel Loves Ruby

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/10/2021

Roarke welcomes a local morning show host, Christine Collins, who has a simple fantasy: she wants to eat. And eat. And eat. But when Christine gets to Fantasy Island, she'll realize that she's hungry for much more than food. Roarke's other guests include Ruby Akuda, who arrives on Fantasy Island with her husband; Ruby is afflicted with a terminal illness and is given a new lease on life.

Directors: Adam Kane
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