Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child

Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995-2000)

EndedAnimation showAdventure, Fantasy

Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child is an anthology animated series that aired on HBO from 1995-2000. Each episode showcases a classic story in different cultures, which contains characters voiced by various famous celebrities.

Network
Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E13Aesop's Fablesjuil. 18, 2000
S03E12Robinita Hoodjuin 19, 2000
S03E11The Steadfast Tin Soldiermai 16, 2000
S03E10The Snow Queenavr. 18, 2000
S03E09Rip Van Winklemars 21, 2000
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' premiere?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' premiered on September 2, 1995.

Who created 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' was created by Shelley Duvall.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

The first season of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' consisted of 13 episodes.

Who were some of the guest stars in 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

Some guest stars in 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' included Whoopi Goldberg, Denzel Washington, and James Earl Jones, among others.

What was the premise of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' retold traditional fairy tales with a diverse cast of characters, emphasizing cultural and social issues.

What was the animation style used in 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' used a variety of animation styles, including traditional hand-drawn animation, claymation, and computer-generated imagery.

Which fairy tales were adapted in 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' adapted various fairy tales, including "The Frog Prince," "Goldilocks and the Three Bears," and "The Princess and the Pea," among others.

How did 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' promote diversity?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' promoted diversity by featuring characters from different cultural backgrounds and exploring social issues relevant to those communities.

What was the target audience for 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' was aimed at both children and adults, using fairy tales as a means to address important topics in an entertaining way.

Did 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' receive any awards or nominations?

Yes, 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' received several awards and nominations, including a Peabody Award and multiple Daytime Emmy nominations.

How long were the episodes of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

Each episode of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

What was the critical reception of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' received positive reviews for its educational value, diverse representation, and creative storytelling.

Did 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' have any spin-offs or related shows?

No, 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' did not have any spin-offs or related shows.

How did 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' contribute to children's television programming?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' was praised for its efforts to introduce children to different cultures, promote tolerance, and encourage empathy.

What was the main goal of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child'?

The main goal of 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' was to provide children with entertaining and educational programming that fostered inclusivity and cultural understanding.

How did 'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' impact the animation industry?

'Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child' played a significant role in promoting diversity and social awareness within the animation industry, inspiring future creators to follow suit.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
Resident Alien
Running

Resident Alien

Resident Alien is a dark, twisted and comedic fish-out-of-water story that follows a crash-landed alien named Harry who, after taking on the identity of a small-town Colorado doctor, slowly begins to wrestle with the moral dilemma of his secret mission on Earth — ultimately asking the question, "Are human beings worth saving?"

Cops
Running

Cops

COPS follows police officers, constables, and sheriff's deputies during patrols and various police activities by embedding camera crews with their units. The show's formula adheres to a classic cinéma vérité ethos. With no narration or scripted dialog, it depends entirely on the commentary of the officers and on the actions of the people with whom they come into contact.

Saint-Pierre
Running

Saint-Pierre

After Royal Newfoundland Constabulary Inspector Donny "Fitz" Fitzpatrick digs too deeply into a local politician's nefarious activity, he is exiled to work in Saint-Pierre et Miquelon (the French Territory nestled in the Atlantic Ocean just off the coast of Newfoundland). Fitz's arrival disrupts the life of Deputy Chief Geneviève "Arch" Archambault, a Parisian transplant who is in Saint-Pierre for her own intriguing reasons. 

As if by fate, these two seasoned officers — with very different policing skills and approaches — are forced together to solve unique and exciting crimes. Although the islands seem like a quaint tourist destination, the idyllic façade conceals the worst kind of criminal activity which tend to wash up on its beautiful shores. At first at odds and suspicious of each other, Arch and Fitz soon discover that they are better together... a veritable crime-fighting force.

GenreDrama, Crime
Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta
Running

Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta

The city's hip hop elite are about to have their lives changed in ways they never imagined - for better or for worse! In the music mecca of the South, artists rise and fall, families grow and are torn apart, and what goes around - definitely comes around. These players continue to be on the cutting edge of the good, bad and naughty side of love. Returning fan favorites will be joined by some new faces on Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta.

GenreMusic
Providence Falls
Upcoming

Providence Falls

In 1844 Ireland, Liam O'Conner, a rogue and a thief, falls in love with Cora McLeod, a fiery but sheltered aristocrat's daughter, who is promised in marriage to a man she barely knows. Their plan to make a new life together in America is thwarted, and the consequences of Liam and Cora's unlikely love ripples through time, causing everyone to relive the events of the past. Now the Angels of Destiny need Liam's help to set things right and if he doesn't succeed, his very soul is on the line.  They transport Liam to present day to help this incarnation of Cora fall in love with Finn, the man she was destined to marry in 1844.  Liam would give anything to reunite with his beloved Cora but only he retains the memories of their past together. Now a cop in Providence Falls, Oregon, Cora feels an inexplicable connection to Liam, who is introduced as her new partner. And as they tackle a big case together, Liam sees the same passion and adventurous nature in Cora that he had fallen in love with.  With everyone's lives at stake, Liam must overcome unexpected and otherworldly obstacles in his mission.  Perhaps none as powerful as his own undying love for Cora.