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Name: Fractured Fairy Tales
Genre: Animation & Cartoon, Kids & Family
Released: November 19, 1959
Cast: Edward Everett Horton, Daws Butler, June Foray

1959
1 Season
8.2 (183)

Fractured Fairy Tales is a classic animated show that aired from 1959 to 1964. The show is known for its humorous retelling of popular fairy tales and legends. Each episode starts with a traditional fairy tale, but then the story takes an unexpected turn and gets twisted in a fun and entertaining way.

The show features a star-studded cast of voice actors, including June Foray, Daws Butler, Hans Conried, Paul Frees, Bill Scott, William Conrad, Charles Ruggles, Edward Everett Horton, and Walter Tetley. These talented actors bring the characters to life and deliver entertaining performances that will make you laugh and smile.

June Foray is particularly exceptional in this show, as she lends her voice to many of the main characters. Her versatility as an actress shines through in her portrayals of the different characters, whether it be a cunning witch or a sweet princess. Daws Butler is also a standout in the show, with his deep, smooth voice giving life to many of the male characters.

One of the most memorable elements of the show is its charming animation style. The characters are drawn in a classic, old-fashioned style that harkens back to the Golden Age of animation. The vibrant colors and whimsical backgrounds give each episode a distinct look and feel.

Each episode of Fractured Fairy Tales features a unique story that subverts the expectations of the traditional fairy tale. For example, an episode might focus on the Big Bad Wolf's attempts to become a detective, rather than his usual role as a villain. The show takes great delight in poking fun at fairy tale tropes, and the writers come up with clever twists that will keep viewers engaged from start to finish.

Another highlight of the show is its use of language. The dialogue is witty and clever, with puns and wordplay that will delight viewers of all ages. The writers clearly had a great time playing with language, and their enthusiasm for wordplay is infectious.

In terms of structure, each episode is short and sweet, typically clocking in at around two to three minutes. This makes Fractured Fairy Tales the perfect show for a quick dose of entertainment. The short length also means that each episode focuses on delivering a tight, concise story that will leave a lasting impression.

Overall, Fractured Fairy Tales is a delightful show that offers a humorous twist on classic fairy tales. With its talented voice cast, charming animation style, and clever writing, it's no wonder that this show has remained so beloved throughout the years. Anyone in search of a quick, fun escape from reality will find plenty to enjoy in this classic animated series.

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Seasons

23. The King and the Witch / The Seven Chickens / The Boy Who Couldn't Shudder

April 21, 1960

A King known for keeping his word is tricked into marrying an ugly witch. / A young Prince takes refuge in a palace where the King's six daughters have been turned into chickens. / Maynard learns that being fearless is not all it's cracked up to be.

22. Son of Snow White / Jack B. Nimble / Potter's Luck / The Magic Lichee Nuts

April 14, 1960

Joe White, son of well-known Snow White, goes out to earn his fortune. However, it turns out his mother's fame does him more harm than good. / Jack enters into the magic fountain business with an old trick up his sleeve. / Potter's temper brings him bad luck when he becomes the victim of a group of witches trying to reach their quota. / A boy asks his father's permission to get married but must meet three requirements first.

21. The Count and the Bird / The Tale of a King / Sweeping Beauty / The Wishing Hat

April 7, 1960

The Count becomes rich when he discovers a bird who can lay eggs filled with gold coins. / The King decides to find a husband for his daughter, but becomes frustrated in his choice. / The Prince falls in love with a beauty named Esmeralda Fump. Unfortunately, Esmeralda needs to nap at almost all important palace functions. / Booby is awarded a red wishing hat, which transforms things at will.

20. The Little Man in the Tub / Red White / Cutie and the Beast / The Flying Carpet

March 31, 1960

The only way Delicia can solve his mother-in-law problems is to earn some money. Unfortunately, he only manages to scrape together 98 cents. / Both the Duke and the fair maiden have the reddest hair in the nation. Lucky for them, red hair is the magic word. / Cutie and the Beast search for a way to make him a Prince as well as find him the perfect mate. / A rug salesman tries to sell the Prince a flying carpet that does not actually fly.

19. The Mysterious Castle / The Little Tinker / Tale of a Frog / The Teeth of Baghdad

March 24, 1960

In the tiny kingdom of "Easy Pickens", Schuyler Sugg is elected "Man of the Year". Now he must find out who's inside the mysterious black castle. / The Little Tinker is on his own for the first time and finds himself face to face with the Giant Troll. / Julius the Frog wants to become a person and needs the help of his fairy frog mother. / A set of false teeth give a clue to the rightful ruler of Baghdad.

18. Goldilocks and the Three Bears / The Ugly Almond Duckling / John's Ogre Wife / The Absent-Minded King

March 17, 1960

Goldilocks and the Three Bears pack up their little old cottage and head for a new clean apartment. / The Ugly Duckling discovers the best way to live a good life is to believe in himself. / John and Tinsel are happily married and lead a great life. That is, until the evil witch turns Tinsel into an ogre. / This absent-minded King has trouble finding a princess to marry. But all he has to do is remember one word... Eh, what was it again?

17. The Thirteen Helmets / Prince and the Popper / Booty and the Beast / Little Fred Riding Hood

March 10, 1960

Dragon University is a place where all dragons come to study and graduate. Unless your Milo, who is having some serious trouble. / The kingdom of "Tootsie-Lavendre" is having a rough season until "The Popper" comes to save the day. / Alden Farquahar was always surrounded by beautiful maidens, until the day the evil queen casts a nasty spell on him. / Little Fred Riding Hood does a good deed for two little dwarfs and is surprised by the payoff.

16. Son of King Midas / The Magic Chicken / Aladdin and His Magic Lamp / The Enchanted Gnat

March 3, 1960

Midas' son finds it difficult to find a good solid profession. After all, not everyone is interested in gold. / Three wishes can come in mighty handy sometimes, particularly if you want to marry the merchant's daughter. / 20 years later, an evil sorcerer has just taken away all of Aladdin's riches, including his lamp. / Three sons are granted one magical wish. Unfortunately, Nathaniel, or Nat, makes a wishing mistake.

15. The Enchanted Fly / Felicia and the Pot of Pinks / Hans Clinker / The Witch's Broom

February 25, 1960

The Enchanted Fly grants the King his wish of becoming a fly. / The old woodcutter leaves his children two very special gifts. However, his daughter Felicia's may be much more special than she realizes. / Hans Clinker has a difficult time discovering which occupation is right for him. / A witch named Grizelka was named "Witch of the Year", and with good reason too.

14. Thom Tum / Snow White and Nose Red / Prince Hyacinth and the Dear Little Princess / Giant and the Beanstalk

February 18, 1960

The mud maker asks a fairy for a son, unfortunately his wish is granted. / The miller had two unusual daughters: Slow White and Rose Red. Their love for nature drives their father mad and he sends them off to be wed. / The first son, Prince Hyacinth, has one not so little problem. / Set 20 years in the future, Jack is rich and content and now it is the Giant's sons turn to be sent out into the world with the family's cow.

13. The Fisherman and His Wife / The Princess and the Goblins / Snow White Meets Rapunzel / The Little Princess

February 11, 1960

It's truly amazing how the talking fish can draw a huge audience, but it's even more amazing when they discover he's a do-it-yourself wish machine. / Delightful poetry and a few tender moments combine to stave off the disaster caused by these dastardly Goblins. / The Prince must make like a bird and daringly rescue Rapunzel. / The Little Princess' growth spurt causes disaster.

12. Three Little Piggs / Goldilocks and the Three Bears / Son of Beauty and the Beast / Androcles and the Lion

February 4, 1960

The Wolf, seeking a life of ease, attempts to marry one the three pigs. / Goldilocks opens a wonderful new winter resort but has trouble with the three bears who are busy trying to hibernate. / Beauty and the Beast's son has a hard time convincing people of his own accomplishments. / Androcles finds it is often helpful to befriend a lion, especially when you are thrown into a lion pit yourself.

11. The Goose and the Golden Egg / Ridinghoods Anonymous / The Elves and the Shoemaker / Speeding Beauty

January 28, 1960

King Newton discovers the sad truth that golden eggs are not always what they are cracked up to be. / The wolf has decided to swear off eating riding hoods and joins "Ridinghoods Anonymous". / Elves help a little old Shoemaker turn his business around. / The wicked witch casts an evil spell on the beautiful princess... and she becomes a racehorse favored to win the biggest race of the season.

10. Son of Rumpelstiltskin / Beauty and Her Beast / The Golden Goose / The Enchanted Frog

January 21, 1960

The son of Rumpelstiltskin is cast out into the world and is forced to make a name for himself. / Beauty and her mule marry the Prince and his white charger and have an awesome double wedding. / A golden goose is certainly something of extreme value, as many people find out, including the beautiful Princess. / The enchanted frog manages to overcome a tremendous obstacle to reach the Princess. But he has to decide... Is it worth it?

9. The Frog Prince / The Pied Piper / Prince Darling / The Ugly Duckling

January 14, 1960

A frog is changed into a prince but soon discovers that it's a frog eat frog world. / This Pied Piper can blow the most amazing things from his pipe and everyone in the kingdom rushes to see. / A fairy Godmother manages to make something of a wicked little boy, Prince Darling. / A talented little duck finds it difficult to break into show business because of his ugliness.

8. Slipping Beauty / Aladdin / Rumpelstiltskin Returns / The Magic Fish

January 7, 1960

The witch tries to cast an evil spell on the beauty, but the prince is there to save the day. / Aladdin's magic lamp produces many "genies" and causes all kinds of fights between the King and the evil Wizier. / Rumpelstiltskin makes the poor miller's daughter sin by challenging her to contest after contest. / The Chimney Sweep finds good luck in a bad fish.

7. The Pied Piper / Puss N' Boots / Leaping Beauty / Tiny Tom

December 31, 1959

The Pied Piper plays the most devastating instrument, the "flatt" and its music drives everyone to distraction. / Puss gives his master three wishes but accidentally winds up giving him four. / Beauty is tricked by the wicked witch and is not put to sleep but is forced to put other people to sleep... even the prince. / Little Tom Thumb may only be as big as his father's thumb, but he's got a heart as big as all of Texas.

6. Hansel and Gretel / Cinderella Returns / Snow White Inc. / Jack and the Beanstalk

December 24, 1959

The wicked witch turns Hansel into an aardvark and it takes plenty of "brooming" from Gretel to get him back. / Cinderella forgets to return the shoes her fairy Godmother gave her by midnight and breaks her royal contract. / Snow White runs an exclusive dwarfs shop, which almost goes bankrupt when the Queen gives her an apple. / Jack joins a losing team, the "Boston Beans", and carries them into a championship battle against the "New York Giants".

5. Sleeping Beauty / Pinocchio / Little Red Riding Hood / King Midas

December 17, 1959

The Prince decides not to wake up sleeping beauty and instead opens up "Sleeping Beautyland", because "people will pay anything to see a sleeping beauty". / Geppetto signs a contract to put his talking puppet on television. / Little Red Riding Hood opens a "Riding Hood Shop" and is surprised when a customer wants an impossible order. / King Midas, the most miserly man alive, embarks on an advertising campaign to make people "˜like' him.

4. The Elves and the Shoemaker / Tom Thumb / Sir Galahad or the Tomorrow Knight / Snow White

December 10, 1959

We find that the shoemaker has to do many unlikely things to learn his trade. / Tom Thumb is only as high as his father's thumb. Luckily Merlin the magician is there to help. / Little Sir Galahad, the son of Harry Galahad, the famed clown, finds it difficult to become a knight. / The dwarfs are hiding Snow White from the evil Queen.

3. Princess and the Pea / Sweet Little Beat / Dick Wittington / Cinderella

March 12, 1959

The court jester tries to fool the King by providing him with fake princesses. / Sweet Little Beat has always been taken advantage of by her two scheming sisters. However, luck is on her side when she is able to recognize the "invisible" prince. / A traveling cat manages to win a rich bride for his friend, Dick Whittington. / Cinderella's Fairy Godmother makes her an unlikely deal in order to win her prince's love.

2. The Enchanted Fish / Beauty and the Beast / The Brave Little Tailor or T-Shirt Tall / Rumpelstiltskin

November 26, 1959

A poor fisherman finds that riches are not always the way to happiness and is granted one final wish. / A spell has been cast on the Beast and the only way out is to be kissed by a beauty. / The Little Tailor kills seven flies with one blow! However, the townspeople mistake the flies for giants and The Little Tailor is given a task. / Rumpelstiltskin uses the magic of publicity to convince everyone that his client can spin gold out of straw.

1. Goldilocks / Fe-Fi-Fo-Fum / Rapunzel / Puss and Boots

November 19, 1959

Goldilocks learns a lesson about the downside of misusing other people's property. / A forgetful Giant enables Jack to escape by not remembering his famous saying. / The charming Prince and Rapunzel find an amazing way to escape from their tower, one which has neither staircase nor door. / Puss, with the help of his magic boots, achieves the impossible when he makes his master, the Marquis of Carabas, take a bath.

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