Episode
Fantasy Island: The Chain Gang / The Boss
Overview
In 'The Chain Gang' Mike Jenner is obsessed with finding his father's killer, which could wind up causing his own death. In 'The Boss' switchboard operator Cindy Carter fantasizes about becoming the boss of a large corporation, but she uncovers deception and underdealings along the way.
Details
- Series
- Fantasy Island
- Season
- Season 3
- Episode
- Episode 5
- Air date
- 1979-10-20
- Runtime
- 45 min
Episode context
The Chain Gang / The Boss is Episode 5 in Season 3 of Fantasy Island. It aired on 1979-10-20. The runtime is 45 min.
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