---
title: "The Storyteller"
year: 1988
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-storyteller-1988"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 5303
imdb_id: "tt0092383"
status: "Ended"
seasons_count: 1
episodes_count: 9
runtime_minutes: 25
community_rating: 8.2
vote_count: 240
content_rating: "TV-Y7"
---

# The Storyteller (1988) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-storyteller-1988

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The television series "The Storyteller" is a program that features a storyteller and his canine companion. The storyteller, accompanied by his skeptical dog, presents classic folk tales, fables, and legends. The series is known for its narrative style, where the storyteller brings these timeless stories to life through his spoken word. The program's format focuses on the storytelling aspect, with the dog serving as a skeptical audience member. The series draws from a wide range of sources, including classic folk tales and legends. The storyteller's narrative voice and the dog's reactions provide a unique and engaging viewing experience. The program's content is centered around the storytelling, with the dog's presence adding a layer of humor and skepticism to the narrative. The series explores a variety of themes and stories, all presented through the storyteller's engaging and imaginative voice.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mysterious narrator and his cynical dog recount classic folk tales, fables, and legends."

### Why Watch
- unique combination of live-action and puppetry
- engaging storytelling format

### Caveats & Content Note
- some themes may be intense for younger viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The series is rated TV-Y7 and features haunting tales intended for brave children.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: magical, haunting, fantasy, folklore

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel | The Roku Channel, Pluto TV, Plex, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Xumo Play | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Plex | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Plex | None |

## Season Architecture & Lore Primers

### Season 1 (9 Episodes)
## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 9
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 3 (33%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 6 (67%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Jim Henson
- **Networks / Studios**: NBC, Channel 4

## Key Cast Continuity

- **John Hurt** as *The Storyteller*
- **Brian Henson** as *Dog (voice)*
- **Frederick Warder** as *Half-man*
- **Mak Wilson** as *Wolf / Bird / Salmon*
- **Michael Kilgarriff** as *Pond Sprite (voice)*
- **Peter Marinker** as *Devil (voice)*
- **Miranda Richardson** as *Witch*
- **Abigail Cruttenden** as *Princess*
- **Jane Horrocks** as *Anja*
- **Gabrielle Anwar** as *Lidia*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the series about?
The Storyteller narrates classic folk tales, fables, and legends with his cynical dog.

### Q: Who created the series?
The series was created and produced by Jim Henson.

### Q: What style of production is used?
It is a live-action and puppet television series.

### Q: What genres does the show cover?
The show encompasses action, adventure, family, fantasy, drama, and horror elements.

### Q: When did the series air?
The series originally aired between 1987 and 1989.

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