Faerie tale theatre brings to life twentysix of the most magical fairy tales of all time. Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre card game set version. Showtime had a small subscriber base at the time, so it was also one of the first television shows that, with the exception of an early clip show, was released episode by episode on. Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre the complete collection 1982 1987 reuben abrams. This collection is a treasury of every childs bestloved tales of enchantment and wonder. In a newly revised and expanded edition, readers can return to the world of faerie with brian frouds world of faerie, a justifiably acclaimed magnum opus that showcases breathtakingly beautiful paintings, watercolors, and drawings never before seen by the general public. Phil hastings was a lucky manhe had money, a growing reputation as a. Get the best deals on faerie tale theatre when you shop the largest online selection at. Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing faerie tale theatre near you.
Also sign me up for fanmail to get updates on all things movies. The show ran for six seasons, of which a the little mermaid episode only arrived in its sixth and final season, while some lesserknown. See more ideas about faerie tale theatre, theatre and faeries. The complete series is a treat for all those who like tales of fantasy. Shelley duvall, robin williams, billy crystal, various. Directed by such masters of cinema as tim burton and francis ford coppola, and starpowered by robin williams, billy crystal, mick jagger, james earl jones, howie mandel, christopher reeve, susan sarandon and more, this collection is an unparalleled treasury of. Jun 19, 2014 hansel and gretel is one of the best in the faerie tale theatre series, with lush costume and set designs based on the classic storybook illustrations of arthur rackham. Many episodes feature backdrops and settings inspired by specific artists and childrens book illustrators, including maxfield parrish the frog prince, norman. Sleeping beauty is one of the earliest episodes in the faerie tale theatre series. Find great deals on ebay for faerie tale theatre dvd and faerie tale theatre complete dvd. Aladdin and his wonderful lamp is not one of his best and is not quite one of faerie tale theatre s gems, but it is a lot of fun to watch and has some interest value.
Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre is an hourlong liveaction childrens anthology series that aired on showtime from 1982 to 1987, though it was actually produced over 198285. Faerie tale theatre tales from hans christian andersen. Faerie tale theatre 22 aladdin and his wonderful lamp. If you want to start a main faerietaletheatre page, just click the edit button above. Personally i think faerie tale theatre would have benefited from a standardized, shorter running time, but the series is so distinctive and imaginative that even its overblown aspects can be charming if taken with a grain of patience. Faerie tale theatre 02 rumplestiltskin dailymotion video. Beverly dangelo and bernadette peters lead a strong. Faerie tale theatre collection by emile ardolino, francis. Find out where faerie tale theatre is streaming, if faerie tale theatre is on netflix, and get news and updates, on decider. Jun 26, 1992 produced for shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre cable tv series, this pinocchio hosts a boggling lineup of popculture hasbeens, wannabes, and abouttobes.
A dark faerie tale series by alexia purdy goodreads. Faerie definition of faerie by the free dictionary. It will have a few minor defects and will generally appear to be in slightly used but not roughly used condition. The tale of the frog prince motion picture madefortv series. There is a lot to like about the faerie tale theatre series. Top 10 favorite faerie tale theatre episodes up on the shelf. In 1980 when shelley duvall was on the set of robert altmans popeye she read a book of fairy tales in her spare time. Faerie tale theatre brings to life 26 of the most magical fairy tales of all time. Hansel and gretel is one of the best in the faerie tale theatre series, with lush costume and set designs based on the classic storybook illustrations of arthur rackham. The following is a list of episodes of the family television anthology faerie tale theatre, also known as shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre which ran on showtime from 1982 to 1987, airing a total 27 episodes. Faerie tale theatre also known as shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre is a 19821987 american liveaction fairytale fantasy anthology television series of 27 episodes, that originally aired on showtime from september 11, 1982 until november 14, 1987.
Faerie tale theatres touching and tender recreation of the little mermaid the secondlast in the series is one of their best efforts. The premiere episode of duvalls faerie tale theatre series was followed by 25 more adaptations of world famous classic tales brought to life with creative scripts, dazzling special effects and lavish production design formatted aesthetically after the work of a famous illustrator or painter. Apr 12, 2017 faerie tale theatre 01 the tale of the frog prince. If you cant get enough mystery and mayhem, youll be all about these crime novel adaptations. Faerie tale theatre collection available in dvd ship this item this item is available online through marketplace sellers. The complete series is now available on a sevendisc set dvd. You could do a lot worse than try out the charming faerie tree inn in aberfoyle. Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre is an awardwinning collection of liveaction fairy tale adaptations. Beauty and the beast since beastly, based on alex flinns book, is coming out this. Its the only book that ive really had that type of reaction to. Instead of the normal ftt, straightup retelling, the actual bit about the finding the house and eating the porridge, sitting in the chairs, and sleeping in the beds is a pretty short part of the episode. The following is a list of episodes of the family television anthology faerie tale theatre, also known as shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre which ran on showtime from 1982 to 1987, airing a total 27 episodes the series featured numerous famous hollywood actors particularly of the period, with robin williams and teri garr in the first episode, the tale of the frog prince. The box has some dent and wear from storage and age see pics.
Beauty and the beast since beastly, based on alex flinns book, is coming out this friday, i thought id take this week to look at some of the previous incarnations of beauty and the beast in cinema. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a page. Aladdin and his wonderful lamp is not one of his best and is not quite one of faerie tale theatres gems, but it is a lot of fun to watch and has some interest value. The second time, i couldnt remember why i liked it to begin with. List of faerie tale theatre episodes news newspapers books scholar jstor july. The princess and the pea vhs liza minnelli faerie tale theater 1984. A miscellany of numerous classic fairy tales adaptations. Jan 08, 2009 faerie tale theatre brings to life 26 of the most magical fairy tales of all time. Ive liked books less when ive gone back and reread them, but not that much. Well, susan sarandon really seemed like a faerie tale princess, too. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers.
For fans like me that are never to old to love fairie tales. I reread it as an adult not that long ago and it is still really creepy. Shelley duvall, robin williams, christopher reeve, mick jagger, howie mandell. Many of their adaptations of various wellknown and wellloved fairy tales are charming, clever and sometimes funny, a few even emotionally moving.
Despite being on atypical form, burton does do a great job with the directing, making the episode as fun and charming as possible, especially considering the time and budget. Faerie tale is one of those books, for me at least, that does not get better with age. Hostess duvall introduces the stories before the scenes are set for elaborate stage productions of favorites such as the three little pigs, the little mermaid, and pinocchio. Faerie tale theatre beauty and the beast tv episode 1984. A quirky series that makes use of some excellent talent, shelley duvalls faerie tale theater is an interesting, if sometimes hit or miss, collection of classic stories that will appeal to anyone who enjoys faerie tales. Dickson carr dr gideon fell 10 the problem of the green capsule, aka the black spectacles epu. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre was an anthology television series back in the 1980s that showcased various fairy and folktales, and with some surprisingly big names in its cast. Featuring 26 classic stories adapted and presented in an elaborate and grand manner, shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre. Carrie fisher as thumbelina, faerie tale theatre june 11, 1984 one day in spring, she heard him sing a song to her delight. Faerie tale theatre beauty and the beast tv episode.
A place to celebrate shelley duvalls magical television program faerie tale theatre 19821987 as well as its companion series. Faerie tale theatre is a 19821987 american liveaction fairytale fantasy anthology television series of 27 episodes, that originally aired on showtime from. Faerie tale theatre aladdin and his wonderful lamp tv. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. A dark faerie tale series omnibus books with extras. Every introduction to faerie tale theatre once upon a time the early 80s to be exact shelley duvall and robin williams starred in a movie based on the adventures of classic cartoon character popeye the sailor.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Faerie tale theatre where to stream and watch decider. Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre brings to life twentysix of the most magical fairy tales of all time. Romance novel author shona husk wrote however, the scary book that has really stayed with me is faerie tale by raymond e. The series featured numerous famous hollywood actors particularly of the period, with robin williams and teri garr in the first.
With shelley duvall, john achorn, patrick desantis, david mccharen. One of the popular shows of the 1980s, shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre. Vadim was a playboy and failed novelist of white russian parentage born. Faerie tale theatre also known as shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre is an american liveaction childrens anthology television series, consisting of 27 episodes retelling 25 fairy tales, particularly of the brothers grimm, plus the poem the pied piper of hamelin and a special episode called the grimms party, showcasing the series cast and crew, including duvall and teri garr, that.
This is a show that kids of all ages can enjoy, with unusually high production values and an unmatched. Be careful, though, the only things that go in the main namespace are tropes and should be created through the ykttw system. Buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase. The production values are lavish and the costumes heavenly. Shelley duvalls faerie tale theatre is currently unavailable to stream ondemand, but may be available on hulu with live tv depending on regional availability. It is a retelling of 25 fairy tales, particularly those by the brothers grimm, charles perrault, and hans christian andersen, plus the poem. While sitting through all twentysix episodes can prove pretty daunting, take in smaller doses these are fun and well made. Faerie tale theatre 09 goldilocks and the three bears.
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