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Fantasy Island S3E5 — The Chain Gang / The Boss
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Fantasy Island•Season 3•Episode 5

The Chain Gang / The Boss

7.1/10 · 89 votesOct 20, 197945 min

Ranked #12 of 23 in Season 3•−0.1 vs season avg

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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.

Directed byMichael Vejar
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Ricardo Montalban

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Michael Vejar

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Episode Summary

"The Chain Gang / The Boss" is episode 5 of Fantasy Island season 3. It scored 7.1/10 from 89 votes, ranking #12 of 23 episodes this season (season average 7.2). Directed by Michael Vejar, it aired on October 20, 1979.

Next: E6 · The Red Baron / Young at HeartBest of Season 3