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The Canterbury Tales

Series Overview

Animated adaptation of Chaucer's famous narrative poems, using a variety of groundbreaking animation techniques. On a pilgrimage from London to the tomb of Thomas Becket in Canterbury, a group of travellers from all walks of medieval society recount tales and stories to each other to provide amusement on the journey.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
BBC Two
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

1998 – 1998

Premiered: Mon, Dec 21, 1998

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Dec 23, 1998

Season 1, Episode 3: “The Journey Back”

Contains The Squire's Tale, the Canon's Servant's Tale and the Miller's and the Reeve's Tales.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Screenplay & Story

Geoffrey Chaucer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Canterbury Tales.

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What is The Canterbury Tales about?

Animated adaptation of Chaucer's famous narrative poems, using a variety of groundbreaking animation techniques. On a pilgrimage from London to the tomb of Thomas Becket in Canterbury, a group of travellers from all walks of medieval society recount tales and stories to each other to provide amusement on the journey.

How many seasons does The Canterbury Tales have?

The Canterbury Tales comprises 1 season available to explore.

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