Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales For Every Child Season 2 Episode 2 Thumbelina
- April 20, 1997
- 26 min
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Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales For Every Child season 2 episode 2 is titled "Thumbelina". This episode is an animated retelling of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale "Thumbelina". The story follows a young girl who is no bigger than a thumb and who embarks on a journey to find her true place in the world.
In this episode, we see Thumbelina living a happy life with her mother in the forest. One day, while out gathering wildflowers, she is kidnapped by a toad and taken to his underground lair. The toad tries to force Thumbelina to marry his son, but she refuses and manages to escape with the help of a friendly swallow.
Thumbelina then sets out on a journey to find her true home and meets a series of characters along the way, including a mouse, a mole, and a group of butterflies. She also reunites with the swallow who helps her rescue a missing prince and defeat an evil witch.
Throughout the episode, we see Thumbelina's determination and resourcefulness as she navigates the challenges and dangers of the world around her. The story offers a message of courage and perseverance for audiences of all ages.
The animation style of "Thumbelina" is colorful and vibrant, capturing the whimsical spirit of the fairy tale. The voice acting is also notable, with an all-star cast including Jodi Benson (best known for her role as Ariel in Disney's "The Little Mermaid") as Thumbelina and Carol Channing as the toad.
Overall, "Thumbelina" offers a charming and entertaining adaptation of the classic fairy tale, with a message of resilience and self-discovery that is sure to resonate with viewers.