A Tale Dark And Grimm - General Discussion

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Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm — and Grimm-inspired — fairy tales in this irreverent animated series with multiple stars in the voice cast.

Coming this fall to Netflix!

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A Tale Dark & Grimm is the CG-animated adaptation of the best-selling book series by Adam Gidwitz. It debuts October 8 on Netflix.

Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm - and Grimm-inspired - fairy tales in the this irreverent animated series.

We follows Hansel and Gretel as they run away from home to find better parents… or at least ones who won’t chop off their heads! Watch Hansel and Gretel as they go beyond the ill-fated destinies and explore other classic Grimm tales, encountering new friends and foes, but also learning how to take control of their own destinies. Hansel and Gretel leave their own story and venture through other classic Grimm fairy tales, unexpected narrators’ guide us through their encounters with witches, warlocks, dragons and even the devil himself. As the siblings roam a forest brimming with menacing foes, they learn the true story behind the famous tales, as well as how to take charge of their destinies and create their own happily ever after. Because once upon a time, fairy tales were awesome. 

Based on the popular book series by author Adam Gidwitz.

Rainy Rodriguez as Gretel
Andre Robinson as Hansel
Adam Lambert as the Devil
It also stars Tom Hollander, Erica Rhodes, Nicole Byer, Eric Bauza, Scott Adsit, Ron Funches, Missi Pile, and Jonathan Banks.

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10 half-hour episodes

Edited September 9, 2021 by AnimeMania

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Hansel and Gretel’s Wild Ride: ‘A Tale Dark & Grimm’ Brings Unpredictable Fairy Tales to Netflix

Article about the production process.

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Episode Titles and descriptions:

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S01.E01: Chapter the First: Hansel and Gretel
In the kingdom of Grimm, a frightened Hansel and Gretel run away from their parents - and into the arms of a baker with a taste for children.
S01.E02: Chapter the Second: The Seven Swallows
The siblings seek safety with a turnip farmer and his wife… but something seems off. Perhaps it’s the bedroom with seven empty beds?
S01.E03: Chapter the Third: Brother and Sister 
Giving up on their search for the perfect parents, Hansel and Gretel make a new home in a harmonious wood, where Hansel develops a beastly appetite.
S01.E04: Chapter the Fourth: The Monster Within
Gretel finds herself sad and alone till a friendly fishmonger comes to her rescue. Elsewhere, a rejuvenated Hansel is making a fresh start - as a lord.
S01.E05: Chapter the Fifth: A Smile As Red As Blood
Hansel’s fate takes a devilish turn when Lord Meister loses a bet. Gretel’s shocked to learn that a handsome young man isn’t what he seems.
S01.E06: Chapter the Sixth: Three Golden Hairs
Gretel makes a plan to find her brother - but first, she must expose an evil warlock. To end his imprisonment, Hansel must outwit the Devil himself.
S01.E07: Chapter the Seventh: Faithful Johannes
The once-mysterious Johannes tells the children an illuminating tale about a blue room, a cursed painting, a golden princess and a royal wedding.
S01.E08: Chapter the Eighth: The Broken Kingdom
Hansel and Gretel return home armed with questions. But when they don’t like their parents’ answers, they decide to take matters into their own hands.
S01.E09: Chapter the Ninth: The Dragon
A determined Hansel and Gretel gather a small army of allies to take down the dragon that’s been darkening the skies.
S01.E10: Chapter the Tenth: The Royal Family
The shaken siblings make a shocking discovery in the wake of battle. Now, to protect their kingdom, they must do something they never thought possible.