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Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story

Series Overview

Wealthy developer Jack Robinson is stunned when a gigantic human skeleton is discovered on his building site. According to a mysterious woman, it is part of a curse that has dogged his family for years. To lift the jinx placed upon him, Jack will need to visit the land in the sky - by climbing up a very tall beanstalk.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
CBS
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 2 Episodes

Air Date Window

2001 – 2001

Premiered: Sun, Dec 2, 2001

Created By
Brian HensonBrian Henson

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Mon, Dec 3, 2001

Season 1, Episode 2: “Part 2”

Jack climbs the beanstalk to the giant world to face punishment for his ancestor's crimes. When he returns to Earth, he discovers that seven years have passed.

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Jack And The Beanstalk - The Real Story (2001) (TV) Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2007-08-26

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Brian Henson

Original Score & Music

Rupert Gregson-Williams

Director of Photography

John Fenner

Film Editing

Victoria Boydell, Tracy Granger

Producers

Martin G. Baker, James V. Hart, Brian Henson, Bill Barretta, Pete Coogan

Department Leadership Roster

Martin G. Baker

Producer

Pete Coogan

Producer

Alex Rockwell

Alex Rockwell

Producer

Thomas G. Smith

Producer

John Fenner

Director of Photography

Ricky Eyres

Production Design

Victoria Boydell

Victoria Boydell

Editor

Tracy Granger

Editor

Ann Hollowood

Costume Design

Rupert Gregson-Williams

Rupert Gregson-Williams

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-PG

TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story

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What is Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story about?

Wealthy developer Jack Robinson is stunned when a gigantic human skeleton is discovered on his building site. According to a mysterious woman, it is part of a curse that has dogged his family for years. To lift the jinx placed upon him, Jack will need to visit the land in the sky - by climbing up a very tall beanstalk.

How many seasons does Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story have?

Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story?

Key cast members in Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story include Matthew Modine, Vanessa Redgrave, Mia Sara, Daryl Hannah, Jon Voight.

Who created or directed Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story?

Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story was developed and directed by Brian Henson.