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Johnny Appleseed (1986)

1986-01-01 · 51m · EN
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Shelley Duvall acted as host for this 1980s television series about legendary characters and historical events. This volume chronicles Jonathan Chapman (Martin Short), who loves two things: apples and his sweetheart, Betty Nature (Molly Ringwald). Following Betty's advice, he travels the countryside and sows apple seeds along the way, riling Smithville's imperious ruler (Rob Reiner) in this timeless American yarn.

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Martin ShortMartin ShortJonathan ChapmanMolly RingwaldMolly RingwaldBetty NatureRob ReinerRob ReinerRulerAnne JacksonAnne JacksonMother NatureLewis ArquetteLewis ArquetteJimbo Smith / NarratorWill SampsonWill SampsonChiefMichael McKeanMichael McKeanMac MacintoshArchie HahnArchie HahnJedWalter OlkewiczWalter OlkewiczZekeDavid McCharenDavid McCharenBartAlan AutryAlan AutryButchTom O'RourkeTom O'RourkeJoe

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Genre affinityFamily · Tv MoviePacingShortEmotional intensityFamilyActor preference28572 · 19211 · 11530Country preferenceUsDecade preference1980

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Frequently asked questions about Johnny Appleseed

What is Johnny Appleseed about?

Shelley Duvall acted as host for this 1980s television series about legendary characters and historical events. This volume chronicles Jonathan Chapman (Martin Short), who loves two things: apples and his sweetheart, Betty Nature (Molly Ringwald). Following Betty's advice, he travels the countryside and sows apple seeds along the way, riling Smithville's imperious ruler (Rob Reiner) in this timeless American yarn.

How long is Johnny Appleseed?

Johnny Appleseed has a runtime of 51 minutes.