Storybook International (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Series · ★ 7
Released in 1981, Storybook International is a family and sci-fi & fantasy series.
What it’s about. Storybook International is a British children's TV series produced by Harlech Productions for ITV. The show featured folk tales and fairy stories from around the world, based on an anthology edited by Veronica Kruger. Filmed in locations like Russia, Ireland, and Scandinavia, it had 65 episodes over three series, first airing in 1983. The series was initially in Britain and Europe but later aired in the US, Scandinavia, and the Middle East. It was released on VHS in the 1980s and 1990s and on DVD in 2006. The show's animated title sequence featured a troubadour singing the theme song with a friendly fox. The original was in a traditional English folk style, but international versions varied, such as the US version replacing "In England I am John" with "In America I'm John".
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Storybook International has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Storybook International page.
If you liked it. Fans of Storybook International tend to enjoy Anne with an E, Gravity Falls, Over the Garden Wall and Big Time Rush.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Storybook International (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Storybook International change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Storybook International worth watching?
- Storybook International holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family and sci-fi & fantasy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Storybook International released?
- Storybook International was released in 1981.