There has never been anything quite like this unique, distinct and charming family series from creator Shelley Duvall. It’s remarkable that Duvall was able to
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Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Dancing Princesses” (1987)
It’s a shame that this beloved family show ended on this rather unfortunate episode. Although the Brothers Grimm fairy tale is lovely to read, it
Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Little Mermaid” (1987)
This is easily one of my favorite episodes of “Faerie Tale Theatre.” From beginning to end this is a delight: The fairy tale itself is
Faerie Tale Theatre: “Rip Van Winkle” (1987)
Despite direction by Francis Ford Coppola, this adaptation of the Washington Irving tale never seems to come alive. The sets are imaginative and well-used, if
Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Princess Who Had Never Laughed” (1986)
There isn’t much to this episode of Shelley Duvall’s classic family series beyond the charm of its leads, Ellen Barkin and Howie Mandell. The original
Faerie Tale Theatre: “Aladdin and His Wonderful Lamp” (1986)
Directed by Tim Burton, this episode of Shelley Duvall’s beloved family classic is one of its best so far. Although he initially seems miscast, Robert
Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Emperor’s New Clothes” (1985)
Although the original tale by Hans Christian Andersen is rather light on plot, this episode of “Faerie Tale Theatre” manages to expand on the story
Faerie Tale Theatre: “Puss in Boots” (1985)
This episode of the beloved family show is one of its weakest as far as I’m concerned. Mind you, I’m not exactly an impartial source,
Faerie Tale Theatre: “Cinderella” (1985)
This adaptation of the folk tale popularized by Charles Perrault should be a lot better than it is. After all, Shelley Duvall’s family show has
Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Pied Piper of Hamelin” (1985)
To its credit, “Faerie Tale Theatre” has made no qualms about dealing with the darker side of fairy tales and children’s entertainment despite being intended
Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Snow Queen” (1985)
After a string of superior episodes like “Beauty and the Beast” and “The Boy Who Left Home to Find Out About the Shivers,” this version
Faerie Tale Theatre: “The Three Little Pigs” (1985)
This is one of the lightest, fluffiest episodes of Shelley Duvall’s beloved television show. Billy Crystal and Fred Willard clearly have a great time playing
