: While the island appeared to be a lush paradise, Roarke often served as a wise, almost supernatural advisor. He guided guests through fantasies that frequently turned into lessons about greed, vanity, or love .
The original Fantasy Island Season 1 debuted on ABC on , following two successful made-for-TV pilot movies. It quickly became a staple of Saturday night television. Fantasy Island - Season 1
: The season introduced the suave, enigmatic Mr. Roarke (Ricardo Montalbán) and his enthusiastic assistant Tattoo (Hervé Villechaize). Tattoo’s signature cry of "Da plane! Da plane!" became one of the most famous catchphrases in TV history. : While the island appeared to be a