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Jim Henson's The Storyteller: The Complete Collection Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

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Jul. 28, 2024

Jim Henson's The Storyteller: The Complete Collection

Release Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2024 VOD / Digital

Anthony Minghella

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THE STORYTELLER features acclaimed actors as well as original creatures and characters from Jim Henson’s Creature Shop in this retelling of classic folk tales, fables, and legends with a sophisticated and authentic approach. With top-notch talent in front of and behind the camera, the series stars John Hurt in the title role. Aided by his cynical dog (performed by Jim Henson’s son and the series' head puppeteer Brian Henson, Chairman of The Jim Henson Company), The Storyteller, iconically sitting by the fire, narrates fascinating tales that combine humor, intrigue, and magic. Other recognizable talent appearing in THE STORYTELLER includes Miranda Richardson, Sean Bean, Brenda Blethyn, Gabrielle Anwar, Jennifer Saunders, Jane Horrocks, and Jonathan Pryce.
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The film's writer Anthony Minghella last wrote The 9th Life of Louis Drax and Nine.

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  • Jim Henson created THE STORYTELLER – an anthology series for television – in 1987 based on a treatment written by his eldest daughter Lisa Henson, CEO of The Jim Henson Company, inspired by her university studies in folklore and mythology. This Emmy® and BAFTA-winning series went on to enchant audiences worldwide. Oscar®-winner Anthony Minghella wrote all the episodes.
  • Boasts digitally restored and remastered presentations of Jim Henson’s THE STORYTELLER and THE STORYTELLER: GREEK MYTHS.

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Release Dates

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Jim Henson's The Storyteller: The Complete Collection was released in VOD / Digital on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. There were 6 other movies released on the same date, including Despicable Me 4, The Mouse Trap and The Forgotten Battle.



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