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The Island is a survival reality television show that premiered on NBC on May 25, 2015. It is hosted by adventurer and author Bear Grylls, and features 14 American men who are left on a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean with only the clothes on their backs and a few basic supplies. The contestants are not given any food, water, or shelter and must fend for themselves for a period of up to 28 days.

The show is set on the uninhabited island of Tobago, which is located off the coast of Panama. The island is lush and tropical, with rugged terrain and dense jungle. The contestants must navigate through thick vegetation, climb steep hills and cliffs, and wade through treacherous waters to find food and shelter.

The men are split into two separate tribes, with seven members in each. They are initially given a map of the island and a compass, but must rely on their own instincts and survival skills to find resources. The tribes must also build their own shelter from natural materials, such as bamboo and leaves, and find sources of food such as fish, coconuts, and wild berries.

Throughout the show, the tribes face a series of challenges and obstacles that test their survival abilities. They must learn to deal with the extreme heat and humidity, as well as dangerous wildlife such as snakes and insects. They also face psychological challenges, as they must maintain their morale and avoid conflict with each other.

The challenges are designed to push the contestants to their limits, both physically and mentally. Some of the challenges include building rafts to cross the ocean, hunting wild boar, and finding a way to signal for help. The contestants are also subjected to medical check-ups to ensure their safety and health.

The show is shot in a documentary style, with a mix of footage from both fixed cameras and those carried by the contestants themselves. The producers aim to capture the raw, unfiltered nature of survival, with minimal editing or scripting.

The Island is a gritty and intense survival show that provides a unique insight into the human psyche under extreme conditions. It is a test of endurance, willpower and teamwork, and viewers can expect to see a raw and unvarnished take on what it means to truly survive.

The Island is a series that ran for 2 seasons (14 episodes) between May 25, 2015 and on NBC