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Jamie and the Magic Torch

1976·Show
39Episodes in3Seasons
75
GreatGoodWatch score

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Low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace3
  • Spectacle3
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Wonder9

Humor

Some absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Absurdist Humor5
  • Physical Comedy4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Fantasy

  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6
  • Acting5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Composition6
  • Visual Stylization6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Jamie and the Magic Torch was a British children's drama animated television series, made by Cosgrove Hall for Thames Television and shown on the ITV network, running from 1976 to 1979. It was shown again in the 1980s to a new audience of children. It was written and narrated by Brian Trueman, who later wrote shows such as Dangermouse and Count Duckula. Kate Murray-Henderson supplied the voice of Jamie's Mother and the character Nutmeg.
Classic Children's AnimationWhimsical FantasyMagical AdventureBritish Kids TVNostalgic & CharmingEpisodic JourneysImaginative EscapismComfort WatchGentle Storytelling

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Is Jamie and the Magic Torch worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How many seasons does Jamie and the Magic Torch have?

3 seasons

It has 3 seasons with 39 episodes of about 10 minutes each.

When did Jamie and the Magic Torch air?

It ran from 1976 to 1979 and has ended.

What language is Jamie and the Magic Torch in?

English

It was made in English.

In how many countries can I watch Jamie and the Magic Torch?

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