Cast of legendary reality show that last aired 20 years ago to REUNITE sparking reboot rumours
THE cast of an iconic reality show is set for an epic reunion – sparking rumours of a possible reboot.
Prior to his presenting career, Ben Fogle rose to fame for appearing in BBC One’s Castaway 2000.
The 50-year-old was among 36 people tasked with building a community on the Scottish island Taransay over the course of a year.
Taking to Instagram, Ben revealed the show’s cast are set to reunite, more than two decades on.
In a post to mark 25 years in broadcasting, he wrote: “If, like me, you are feeling nostalgic.
“I’m on @bbcradio4 Reunion on Sunday at 10am with my fellow Castaways to reflect on that amazing year.
“Spoiler alert. I cry…….”.
Hoping for the show’s possible return, one follower commented: “Would love to see this again.
“Wonder if it’s available anywhere. Best telly ever.”
Another wrote: “Fab programme. Wish they did it again.”
A third chimed in: “That was a great series. Hope they are going to screen it to mark the anniversary.”
A fourth remarked: “I loved Castaway! The first & very best reality show!
“Such a great concept and what an experience!”
Since his time on Castaway 2000, Ben has presented programmes for the BBC, ITV and Channel 5.
Some notable examples include Countryfile, Animal Park and Crufts.
Speaking on TALK earlier this year, Ben discussed how reality TV had become “structured and produced” since his experience as a contestant.
He said: “I think, if you go back to when I started out, Castaway was arguably the most organic, natural of the reality TV.
“It’s quite structured, and produced now.
“And that’s not to say it’s a bad thing. But it isn’t really reality TV anymore.”
He added: “I think we need to re-brand the medium, but occasionally, a really honest, authentic reality show comes along.”
Ben Fogle's career to date
2000 – Launched his TV career appearing as a contestant on Castaway
2001 – Became a co-presenter of Countryfile, hosting on and off before leaving for good in 2018
2001 – Joined the BBC’s Animal Park
2002 – Presented One Man and His Dog
2003 – Hosted Big Screen Britain
2003 – Fronted Death by Pets
2005 – Hosted Animal Park’s special Wild in Africa series
2006 – Joined Channel 4’s coverage of Crufts for two years
2007 – Presenter another Animal Park special, Wild on the West Coast
2009 – Hosted Country Tracks for BBC Two
2013 – Launched his Channel 5 series New Lives in the Wild
2013 – Became the host of Countrywise on ITV1 for three years
2024 – Fronted Into the Congo for Channel 5