Masha's Tales

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  • 2012
  • 1 Season

Masha's Tales is a Russian animated television program that first aired in 2012. Created by Animaccord Animation Studio, it is based on traditional Russian folk tales and features a young girl named Masha as the protagonist. In each episode, Masha tells a different story to her animal friends, which usually involves a moral lesson or a message about the consequences of one's actions. The tales themselves are familiar to many Russians and are often taught in schools, such as "The Wolf and the Seven Young Goats" and "The Hare and the Hedgehog."

Masha is a curious, energetic and impulsive character who often gets into mischief but always learns from her mistakes. She is portrayed as a very imaginative and creative person who loves to tell stories and enjoys playing with her animal friends. Her animal friends include a bear, a wolf, a hedgehog, a rabbit, a penguin, and many others.

The animation style of the show is colorful and playful, and the characters are drawn in a whimsical and exaggerated manner. The program features both dialogue and music, which helps to create a lively and interactive atmosphere. The background music is often based on traditional Russian folk motifs and serves to enhance the feel of the program.

There is a strong emphasis on the value of good manners and the importance of kindness and honesty in Masha's Tales. The program aims to convey these messages through its many stories, which typically feature relatable characters and situations that children can easily identify with.

In addition to its educational and moral themes, Masha's Tales is also a source of entertainment for young children. The program is full of humor and whimsy, and children are sure to enjoy watching Masha and her friends as they embark on their various adventures.

Overall, Masha's Tales is a charming and engaging program that offers a fun and educational experience for young children. With its emphasis on traditional Russian stories, as well as its emphasis on moral and educational themes, this show is an excellent choice for parents who are looking for a quality program to entertain and educate their kids.

Masha's Tales is a series that ran for 1 seasons (26 episodes) between January 1, 2012 and on Россия 1

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Humpbacked Horse
26. Humpbacked Horse
July 31, 2016
Masha tells the fairy tale in verse about Ivanushka the Fool, Krokomotae monster and his grandson Humpbacked Horse. In Masha's version of the tale the Humpbacked Horse fulfills the Ivanushka's love wish.
The Golden Cockerel
25. The Golden Cockerel
July 31, 2016
Once there lived an old man, who had no one but the Golden Cockerel. Once upon a time the spiteful goat settled near the old man's house. The goat dragged the Cockerel to the dark forest and planned to kick out the old man from his own house, but Cockerel was clever and made friends with the forest creatures and together they expelled the goat from the village.
Go I Know, Not Whither
24. Go I Know, Not Whither
July 31, 2016
Once upon a time there was a king. He was very cranky and foolish. One day he wished to taste an exotic fowl and sent Yegor the huntsman to the deep forest. In the forest, Yegor met a starling, which turned into a beautiful girl. The Tsar saw Yegor to have successfully completed his task and also got the beautiful wife.
Axe Porridge
23. Axe Porridge
July 31, 2016
The Soldier was on his way home and got very hungry. He sat on the stump and suddenly noticed Baba Yaga's small hut. Baba Yaga wanted to eat him at first as she was hungry, but then he cooked axe porridge. Baba Yaga tried it and immediately realized that a healthy diet will bring her much more benefit health-wise.
The Fox and the Rolling Pin
22. The Fox and the Rolling Pin
July 31, 2016
This is the story about the Fox, the Cat and the Rooster. The sneaky Fox wanted to fool the Cat in order to eat the Rooster and get a rolling-pin. No matter how the Fox tried to butter up the Cat, he denied hand over the Rooster to the Fox.
By the Pike's Wish
21. By the Pike's Wish
July 31, 2016
This story is about Yemelya, his lazy wife and pike, which plays the role of a goldfish in this story. The moral of the story: before making a wish, it is necessary to think about the consequences for you and people around you.
Bluebeard
20. Bluebeard
July 31, 2016
There lived a Bluebeard man who once went for a walk and met a girl with blue hair. Somehow the Bluebeard man found himself locked in a dark closet. He was very sad until he found the secret door with numerous sweets inside.
Swineherd
19. Swineherd
July 31, 2016
Masha tells the fairy tale called
Jack and the Beanstalk
18. Jack and the Beanstalk
February 3, 2016
There lived a boy called Jack. He was so poor that no girl would want to marry him. One day he went to the market to sell the cow and buy himself a suit. On his way to the market Jack met an old man, who offered him to buy a cow for a bean seed. Jack agreed and went home.
Caliph Stork
17. Caliph Stork
July 31, 2016
This tale tells us about one Caliph from the East, who used to sit all day long in front of the window and listen to the birds chirping. Caliph was very powerful, but there was one thing that disappointed him - he could not understand the birds' language. Poor Caliph began to cry and no one was able to make him laugh.
Cinderella
16. Cinderella
July 31, 2016
Masha tells her version of the fairy tale about the poor girl called Cinderella. She lived with her stepmother who forced her to work till dawn. One day the stepmother asked Cinderella to crack three bags of nuts. The poor girl would never have managed to complete this task, if only the fairy had appeared in front of her.
Ali Baba
15. Ali Baba
July 31, 2016
This story is about one very kind, but very poor Ali-Baba and his rich but greedy brother Kasym. Once upon a time Ali-Baba overheard the magic spell, which opens up the magic cape with numerous treasures. These treasures were stolen by the thieves and kept in this cave. One day Ali-Baba met Kasym and told him the secret spell.
The Valiant Little Tailor
14. The Valiant Little Tailor
July 31, 2016
This fairy tale is about one little and witty tailor, who had a chance to defeat the giant and obtain a fridge full of sweets. So he ate all of them at once. Then he decided to get out on the street, but could not, as he overate and got stuck in the door.
The Valiant Little Tailor/The Fox and the Rolling Pin
13. The Valiant Little Tailor/The Fox and the Rolling Pin
September 22, 2016
This fairy tale is about one little and witty tailor, who had a chance to defeat the giant and obtain a fridge full of sweets. So he ate all of them at once. / This is the story about the Fox, the Cat and the Rooster. The sneaky Fox wanted to fool the Cat in order to eat the Rooster and get a rolling-pin. No matter how the Fox tried to butter up the Cat, he would not hand over the Rooster to the Fox.
Bluebeard/The Straw Bull-Calf
12. Bluebeard/The Straw Bull-Calf
September 22, 2016
There lived a a man with a blue beard who once went for a walk and met a girl with blue hair. Somehow the man found himself locked in a dark closet. He was very sad until he found the secret door with numerous sweets inside. / There once lived a very old man with his wife. They were very lonely as they had neither children of their own nor grandchildren. Thus, the old man decided to make a bull made of straw to present to his wife.
Axe Porridge/Jack and the Beanstalk
11. Axe Porridge/Jack and the Beanstalk
September 22, 2016
Masha tells the fairy tale about proper nutrition, giving as an example the story about Baba Yaga and the Soldier. The Soldier was on his way home and got very hungry. He sat on the stump and suddenly noticed Baba Yaga's small hut. There lived a boy called Jack. He was so poor that no girl would want to marry him. One day he went to the market to sell his cow and buy himself a suit. On his way to the market Jack met an old man, who offered to buy the cow for a bean seed.
The Frog Princess/The Fox and the Rabbit
10. The Frog Princess/The Fox and the Rabbit
September 22, 2016
There lived a Tsar with his three sons. The oldest son married a nobleman¢‚¬´s daughter, the second one married a merchant¢‚¬´s daughter, while the youngest son - a Frog. / The Fox had a hut made of ice, while the Rabbit - a wooden one. When spring arrived, the Fox¢‚¬´s hut melted away, so she decided to move into the Rabbit¢‚¬´s hut and kick him out from his own home.
Three Little Pigs/Caliph Stork
9. Three Little Pigs/Caliph Stork
September 22, 2016
In an enchanted forest there once lived three little piglets. They were very noisy and naughty, constantly laughing and playing music. Other forest creatures - their neighbours, got really tired of the piglets€™ shenanigans and expelled them from the forest. / This tale tells us about one Caliph from the East, who used to sit all day long in front of the window and listen to the birds chirping. Caliph was very powerful, but there was one thing that disappointed him - he could not understand the birds€™ language.
Tom Thumb/The Magic Swan Geese
8. Tom Thumb/The Magic Swan Geese
September 22, 2016
This is a story about a small but brave boy. The moral of the story is that no matter how big and tall you are, you should not offend the little ones. / This story tells how important it is to listen to your elders. Alyonushka and her brother Ivanushka went to the forest disobeying their parents. The children meet a magical stove and a talking apple tree.
The Wolf and the Seven Young Kids/The Tops and the Roots
7. The Wolf and the Seven Young Kids/The Tops and the Roots
September 22, 2016
This educational tale teaches us that caution should never be dismissed. Mother-Goat goes to pick up cabbage, leaving her seven kids alone at home. / There was a man living in a village. In a deep forest near that village, the Bear settled in. The Bear asked the man for some tasty treats. The man gave the Bear two options of what he prefers to eat: the tops or the roots.
Episode 6
6. Episode 6
 
"Jack and the Beanstalk," "Bluebeard," "The Straw Bull-Calf," "The Valiant Little Tailor" and "The Fox and the Rolling Pin" are retold by Masha.
Episode 5
5. Episode 5
 
Little Masha puts her own spin on "The Three Little Pigs," "The Story of Caliph Stork," "The Frog Princess," "The Fox and the Hare" and "Ax Porridge."
Episode 4
4. Episode 4
 
Masha adds her unique twist to retellings of "The Wolf and the Seven Young Kids," "Tops and Roots," "Tom Thumb" and "The Magic Swan Geese."
Episode 3
3. Episode 3
 
Masha gives a kid's perspective on four traditional tales: "Ali Baba," "Wee Little Havroshechka," "The Swineherd" and "The Golden Cockerel."
Episode 2
2. Episode 2
 
Told through her eyes as a child, Masha shares her versions of "The Snow Maiden," "Father Frost," "By the Pike's Wish" and "The Wolf and the Fox."
Episode 1
1. Episode 1
 
Young Masha retells "Little Red Riding Hood," "Go I Know Not Whither and Fetch I Know Not What," "Cinderella" and "The Little Humpbacked Horse."
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Where to Watch Masha's Tales
Masha's Tales is available for streaming on the Россия 1 website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Masha's Tales on demand at Amazon Prime and Netflix.
  • Premiere Date
    January 1, 2012