Treasure Island Brings Stevenson Classic to MGM Plus October 11

A new television adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island will premiere on MGM+ in the United States on October 11, 2026, bringing the classic pirate adventure to screens as a six-part series. Starring David Oyelowo and Hayley Atwell, the production reimagines the 1883 novel through a story of buried treasure, shifting loyalties, and a dangerous maritime expedition.

The series follows teenager Jim Hawkins and his mother, Bess Hawkins, after they acquire a map connected to the legendary pirate Captain Flint. Their search for the hidden gold draws them into a struggle involving Long John Silver, a resourceful pirate, and Aaron Graham, a British agent whose loyalties are uncertain.

According to the official synopsis, the story unfolds in 1788 across Cornwall, dangerous seas, and a mysterious jungle island. The narrative centers on the competing interests of those pursuing Flint's treasure and the consequences of using the fortune to challenge colonial power.

The official trailer, reported by ComingSoon.net on October 6, 2026, introduces the principal characters and establishes the series' darker approach to the familiar adventure. It shows Bess preparing to marry to protect her family's interests before she discovers the map that sets the expedition in motion.

The trailer also presents the conflict surrounding Long John Silver, played by David Oyelowo, and Aaron Graham, portrayed by Jack Huston. Their involvement adds competing agendas to the treasure hunt, while scenes of ships, rough seas, and pirate encounters establish the setting for the adventure.

The production's official synopsis describes the series as a “high-stakes reinvention” of Stevenson's novel.

The cast also includes Tom Sweet as Jim Hawkins, Hayley Atwell as Bess Hawkins, Tomer Capone, Craige Els, Tristan Sturrock, and Neil Pendleton. Sweet previously appeared in The Childhood of a Leader, while Atwell's earlier credits include Brideshead Revisited, The Duchess, and The Pillars of the Earth.

Oyelowo's previous work includes Selma and Nightingale, while Huston is known for his role in Boardwalk Empire. Their casting places established screen performers in the story's central struggle over Flint's fortune.

Robert Murphy created the series, with Jeremy Lovering, William McGregor, and Paul Walker directing all six episodes, according to Yardbarker's October 8, 2026, report. The production is scheduled to debut on MGM+ in the United States on October 11, followed by a premiere on Paramount+ in the United Kingdom and Ireland on October 12, 2026.

Subsequent episodes are scheduled for weekly release, extending the adaptation's story of treasure hunting, betrayal, and conflict across its six installments.