Five Children and It
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.
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Season 1
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Episode 1
A group of youngsters encounter a mysterious bad-tempered creature with the power to grant wishes.
Jan 9, 1991 · 24m -
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Episode 2
Anthea thinks of a wish: but doesn't consider what effect it might have on the baby.
Jan 16, 1991 · 24m -
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Episode 3
The youngsters' latest wish transforms the house into a castle : but fortunately Martha fails to notice.
Jan 23, 1991 · 24m -
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Episode 4
The children learn an uncomfortable lesson about the implications of making rash wishes.
Jan 30, 1991 · 24m -
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Episode 5
The relieved children think they've finally got the better of the mischievous sand fairy; but have they?
Feb 6, 1991 · 24m -
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Episode 6
The sand fairy disappears, leaving the children to clear up an appalling mess before their mother gets home.
Feb 13, 1991 · 24m