Naked and Marooned with Ed Stafford
Survivalist Ed Stafford braves uninhabited locations alone
About Naked and Marooned with Ed Stafford
Released: 2013
Platform: Max
Rating: TV-14
Run time: 1 Seasons Available (3 Episodes)
Cast
Ed Stafford
About Naked and Marooned with Ed Stafford
Naked and Marooned with Ed Stafford is a riveting survival television series released in 2013. The series centers on renowned explorer Ed Stafford as he attempts to survive alone on a desert island, without clothes, tools, or any form of assistance. Not only must he find his own food and water, but he also has to build his own shelter, deal with the harsh elements, and face the inherent risks of living in the wild. The show spans three seasons, and in each season, Stafford confronts a different challenging environment.
Making / Production
The TV series, produced by Tigress Productions, involved rigorous planning and measures to ensure the safety of Stafford. Despite the concept of complete isolation and abandonment, the production crew was always at a reachable distance, ready to intervene in case of critical emergencies. The location choices for each season required a deep study of the environment and its potential risks and resources.
Actors
- Ed Stafford - As himself, Ed Stafford plays the role effectively by truly living the experiences he faces. His expertise in survival skills and adaptability is showcased throughout the series.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- Seasons of the show were filmed in various locations including Olorua Island in Fiji and an uninhabited island in Thailand.
- Ed Stafford holds the Guinness World Record for being the first human ever to walk the length of the Amazon River.
- The series was also aired under the name 'Marooned with Ed Stafford' in some countries.
Quotes
- "This is survival in its simplest form. It's just me and my brain." - Ed Stafford
- "It's not the island defeating me, it is me defeating myself." - Ed Stafford
Music & Soundtrack
- The series has an underlying thread of suspenseful and adrenaline-pumping music that sets the tone for Stafford's adventure, though no official soundtrack is released.
About Naked and Marooned with Ed Stafford
Adventurer Ed Stafford tests his survival skills on deserted islands, with no tools, clothes, or aid for 60 days.