TheLittleSongbird I am a big fan of Jim Henson, his Muppet movies, The Muppet Show, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth are classics that still look splendid, have great music, are always entertaining, have memorable characters and show great values. The Storytellers is no exception, in fact I'd go as far to say it is one of Jim Henson's overall best in his entire career.I love all the stories. They all are wonderfully constructed, interesting and have a sense of wonder. Soldier and Death especially is filled with pathos and give The Storyteller its timeless classic status, and I adore Sapsorrow too for especially its production values in the first ballroom scene. All the characters are memorable with great, endearing personalities. The show was also beautifully written, sometimes funny, sometimes emotional yet always engaging if somewhat obscure, and adeptly directed.The Storyteller still looks great. The photography is very skillful, and the puppetry is first rate. And the sets, effects and landscapes still look splendid and rich. The score is perfectly enchanting, medieval in tone, yet both haunting and beautiful and evoking the atmosphere of each story and scene wonderfully. The acting is great, John Hurt was made for the role of the Storyteller, and Brian Henson also does a wonderful job as Storyteller's Dog.Overall, a timeless and wonderful series and it is sad to see that this series was so short-lived. 10/10 Bethany Cox

s_mooney15 Each story has a lesson for young and old. But what more I have to say may spoil a future story. But, I believe what I have to say is for everyone; just for one particular episode: The Soldier and Death.Okay... of all the stories the one that sticks out for me is "The Soldier and Death" because is was the point in my life I realized that life was terminal. I am not kidding. The airing was on my 8 1/2 birthday... and I will always remember it. I didn't remember its title until tonight, but I new the synopsis. (May 15th, 1988)It is always difficult to explain that Death is a natural part in Life. It is also difficult for adults to accept that children can accept this fact. I am living proof (currently 28 yrs old) that children can accept this fact and from time to time remind adults...I write this with tears in my eyes. Heath Ledger - a wonderful actor my own age - died today. It kinda reminded me of many lessons I have learned in my life. So I write this as a reminder to Young and Old... no one is immune to whatever is in store for us.I hate to say that Death is going to happen, but this Story was the first time I saw Death as not a bad thing; but a part of Life, was quite literally in this story. I can't help it. It was a life changing moment for me and will alway be.And for that...I love you Jim Henson (and I still remember much of your work in life up until the day you died, and your memorial Muppet Show) and thank you Brian Henson for keeping the Workshop alive!!! Honest, I do thank you, all of your co-workers, editors, and interns.The stage is just a stage/ And a show is just a show/ But Imagination will create Magic/ That Forever the world will Know.Thank you!!!(And for all who doubt me... Dance, Magic Dance)

j_mindy Series as a whole - Jim Henson's best work. John Hurt *is* the Storyteller. Often Oscar-caliber screenplays, not surprising when you consider Minghella doing the writing. Oscar-caliber acting, always.Sapsorrow - Everybody loves 'The Soldier and Death,' but something about 'Sapsorrow' pushes it an iota higher in my favor. In the first ballroom scene, the costumes, the music - perfection. Hurt and the dog typically semi-interact with the story, but this time Minghella pushes it up that extra notch in the 'ring' scene between Hurt and Sapsorrow. The chemistry between characters is especially well-developed, more so than usual in the series, in reference to the friendship between Straggletag and the prince. Seen it? See it again. Pay more attention (to those of you who don't fanatically adore this 22-minute piece of cinematic perfection). Never seen it? I am so, so sorry.Luck Child - not as sophisticated as Sapsorrow, but very clever in its own right. This is a story about irony. Irony upon irony, within irony... I love it. Every character is acted to perfection, with the exception of the ferryman. He was doing drama; everyone else was doing romantic comedy. I forgive him. This is my favorite of the primarily comedic episodes, 'Sapsorrow' and 'The Soldier and Death' being examples of more dramatic episodes.Side note: Greek Myths. What it lack in Minghella subtlety (different writer) it partially makes up for in boldness as it portrays the four chosen myths with more sympathy and respect and history than is usual. Also check out the Jim Henson Hour if you can get your hands on it. For Storyteller adicts, it features The Man Himself introducing the myths, the lion from 'True Bride,' and... No Annoying Opening Theme! Half Storyteller, half pure, unadulterated muppet wit.

Rich-94 Beautiful art direction, excellent editing and wonderful stories make this some of the best television ever produced. The fact that it was relatively short lived is sadly reflective on the state of television. I highly recommend snatching these up as they're released, you'll love them.