The Storyteller Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1988 · NBC, Channel 4 · Status: Ended · Rated: TV-Y7
Frequently Asked Questions About The Storyteller
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does The Storyteller have?
The Storyteller has 1 season and 9 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on May 15, 1988 to July 10, 1988.
Is The Storyteller renewed, ended, or canceled?
The Storyteller has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch The Storyteller?
It takes 3h 45m (225 minutes) to watch the complete run of The Storyteller. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 2 days. Yes! At 3.8 hours total, you can comfortably finish this in a single weekend with about 1.9 hours per day.
What is the highest-rated episode of The Storyteller?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 5 ("Hans My Hedgehog"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8.8/10 based on 2 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch The Storyteller?
The Storyteller is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Peacock Premium Plus, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for The Storyteller?
The Storyteller has an official content rating of TV-Y7.
Who are the lead actors in The Storyteller?
The primary ensemble cast includes John Hurt as The Storyteller (age 77 (deceased)), Brian Henson as Dog (voice) (age 62), Frederick Warder as Half-man, Mak Wilson as Wolf / Bird / Salmon.
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| John Hurt | The Storyteller | 77 (deceased) |
| Brian Henson | Dog (voice) | 62 |
| Frederick Warder | Half-man | – |
| Mak Wilson | Wolf / Bird / Salmon | – |
| Michael Kilgarriff | Pond Sprite (voice) | 89 |
| Peter Marinker | Devil (voice) | 85 |
| Miranda Richardson | Witch | 68 |
| Abigail Cruttenden | Princess | 58 |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for The Storyteller are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.