Shirley Temple's Storybook 1958
What is Shirley Temple's Storybook?
Shirley Temple's Storybook is an American children's anthology series that premiered in 1958. The program is hosted and narrated by actress Shirley Temple.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1958
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 41
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jan 12, 1958
- Last aired
- Jul 16, 1961
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Family, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
- Updated
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Shirley Temple's Storybook is an American children's anthology series that premiered in 1958. The program is hosted and narrated by actress Shirley Temple. The series features various adaptations of fairy tales, including Mother Goose and other family-oriented stories. These productions utilize well-known actors to bring the narratives to life. While the anthology is primarily directed toward a younger audience, the series also includes an adaptation of The House of the Seven Gables, which was intended for older youngsters. In the final episode of the first season, titled Mother Goose, Shirley Temple's three children made their professional acting debuts. The series is categorized under the family and science fiction and fantasy genres. As an anthology, the program presents distinct stories in each installment rather than following a single continuous plot. The show remains a notable example of television programming hosted by Temple during this period of her career.
Should you watch it?
“Shirley Temple hosts this classic anthology series featuring adaptations of beloved fairy tales and family stories.”
- features well-known actors
- includes adaptations of fairy tales
- some episodes are intended for older audiences
Watch it if you enjoy classic television adaptations of traditional children's literature.
The series is designed for family viewing, though some episodes are tailored for older youngsters.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 16 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Beauty and the Beast Jan 12, 1958
- E2 Rumpelstiltskin Feb 2, 1958
- E3 The Nightingale Feb 18, 1958
- E4 The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Mar 5, 1958
- E5 Dick Wittington and His Cat Mar 23, 1958
- E6 The Land of Green Ginger Apr 18, 1958
- E7 Rip Van Winkle May 6, 1958
- E8 The Sleeping Beauty Jun 8, 1958
- E9 The Little Lame Prince Jul 15, 1958
- E10 The Magic Fishbone Aug 19, 1958
- E11 The Wild Swans Sep 12, 1958
- E12 Hiawatha Oct 18, 1958
- E13 Rapunzel Oct 27, 1958
- E14 Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves Nov 12, 1958
- E15 The Emperor's New Clothes Nov 25, 1958
- E16 Mother Goose Dec 21, 1958
Season 2 · 25 episodes
- E1 The Land of Oz Oct 18, 1960
- E2 Kim Sep 25, 1960
- E3 Winnie-the-Pooh Oct 3, 1960
- E4 Tom and Huck Oct 9, 1960
- E5 Madeline Oct 16, 1960
- E6 Little Men Oct 23, 1960
- E7 The Prince and the Pauper Oct 30, 1960
- E8 Emmy Lou Nov 6, 1960
- E9 The Reluctant Dragon Nov 13, 1960
- E10 The Black Arrow Nov 27, 1960
- E11 The Indian Captive Dec 4, 1960
- E12 The House of the Seven Gables Dec 11, 1960
- E13 The Black Sheep Dec 18, 1960
- E14 Babes in Toyland Dec 25, 1960
- E15 Pippi Longstocking Jan 8, 1961
- E16 King Midas Jan 15, 1961
- E17 Rebel Gun Jan 22, 1961
- E18 The Terrible Clockman Jan 29, 1961
- E19 The Fawn Feb 5, 1961
- E20 Onawandah Feb 12, 1961
- E21 The Return of Long John Silver Feb 19, 1961
- E22 The Little Mermaid Mar 5, 1961
- E23 The Peg-leg Pirate of Sulu Mar 12, 1961
- E24 The Princess and the Goblins Mar 19, 1961
- E25 Two for the Road Jul 16, 1961
Frequently asked questions
Who hosts the series?
The series is hosted and narrated by actress Shirley Temple.
What kind of stories are featured?
The show features adaptations of fairy tales, Mother Goose, and other family-oriented stories.
Did Shirley Temple's children appear on the show?
Yes, her three children made their acting debuts in the first season episode titled Mother Goose.
Is the show suitable for all ages?
While generally family-oriented, the adaptation of The House of the Seven Gables was specifically intended for older youngsters.
Who performs in the episodes?
The episodes feature performances by well-known actors.