Five Children and It

1991Show1 season6 episodes

63
DecentGoodWatch score
63
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

The Psammead is an 'it', an ancient, ill-tempered sand-fairy with a spider-shaped body, bat-like ears, and snail-like eyes. It is grumpy but has the power to grant one wish a day, which must be made before sunset. Five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and infant Hilary—encounter It and experience the highs and lows of frivolous wish-making.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Skip it if

  • You want dark or edgy material

Where to watch

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Not for brutality, scares or tears.

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Five Children and It episodes

1 season · 6 episodes

  1. S1 E1 Episode One, 7.0
  2. S1 E2 Episode Two, 6.5

Cast

Crew

Directors
Marilyn Fox
Produced by
Richard Callanan
Music by
Michael Omer

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Facts

January 9, 1991 · February 13, 1991 · Ended

First aired
January 9, 1991
Last aired
February 13, 1991
Status
Ended
Length
1 season · 6 episodes
Genres
Family, Kids
Original language
English
Available in
3 countries

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Questions about Five Children and It

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Five Children and It worth watching?

63
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 63 (IMDb 6.9).

Is Five Children and It okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

How long does it take to watch Five Children and It?

3 h

About 3 hours: 6 episodes in 1 season of about 25 minutes each, aired from 1991 to 1991.

Can I half-watch Five Children and It?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Will I feel good after watching Five Children and It?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.