Simsala Grimm

S3 · E1 · 6 dec. 2010

Jack And The Beanstalk Aflevering 1

The story follows a young boy named Jack who lives with his widowed mother. They are very poor, and their only source of income is a cow that stops giving milk. Jack's mother sends him to sell the cow, but instead, Jack trades it for a handful of magic beans. His mother is furious and throws the beans out the window. Overnight, the beans grow into a massive beanstalk that reaches up into the clouds. Jack climbs the beanstalk and discovers a giant's castle in the sky. Inside the castle, he finds treasures, including a hen that lays golden eggs, a magical harp, and bags of gold coins. Jack steals these items, escaping each time from the giant who lives there. On his final trip, the giant chases Jack down the beanstalk. Jack quickly cuts down the beanstalk, causing the giant to fall to his death. Jack and his mother live happily ever after with their newfound wealth.

S3 · E2 · 7 dec. 2010

The Furry Critter Aflevering 2

Princess Emily is to marry the evil councillor Sylvester. She agrees only on one condition: she wants to have three very special dresses made by the evening. Yoyo and Doc Croc still advise her to flee and help her do so. The three end up in a foreign kingdom. There she has to work in the kitchen until the king falls in love with her.

S3 · E3 · 8 dec. 2010

The Hare And The Hedgehog Aflevering 3

The story follows a hedgehog who is tired of being mocked by the hare for his short legs and slow pace. Determined to teach the hare a lesson, the hedgehog challenges him to a race. The hare, confident of his victory, accepts the challenge. The clever hedgehog devises a plan with his wife, who looks very similar to him. They position themselves at the start and finish lines of the race. As the race begins, the hare sprints ahead, only to find the hedgehog's wife waiting at the finish line, giving the impression that the hedgehog has beaten him. The hare, baffled and humiliated, challenges the hedgehog again and again, with the same outcome each time. Exhausted and defeated, the hare learns a valuable lesson about underestimating others.

S3 · E4 · 9 dec. 2010

Old Sultan Aflevering 4

The story follows an old dog named Sultan, who is loyal to his master but is considered too old to be of any use. When Sultan learns that his master plans to get rid of him, he devises a plan with his friend the wolf to prove his worth. The wolf pretends to steal the master's child, and Sultan heroically "rescues" the child. Impressed by Sultan's bravery, the master decides to keep him. Later, the wolf asks Sultan to help him steal a sheep as a favor, but Sultan refuses and protects his master's flock. This leads to a confrontation between Sultan and the wolf, but they eventually make peace, and Sultan remains loyal to his master until the end.

S3 · E5 · 10 dec. 2010

Mother Holle Aflevering 5

The story follows two sisters, one kind and hardworking, the other lazy and selfish. The hardworking sister falls into a well and finds herself in the realm of Mother Hulda, a kind old woman who controls the weather. She is given tasks to complete, and her diligence and kindness are rewarded with gold. When she returns home, her sister, envious of the reward, deliberately jumps into the well to seek the same fortune. However, due to her laziness and bad attitude, she is punished with a shower of pitch instead of gold. The tale highlights the value of hard work and kindness, as well as the consequences of envy and laziness.

S3 · E6 · 11 dec. 2010

The Three Little Pigs Aflevering 6

The story follows three little pigs who each decide to build their own house. The first pig builds a house of straw, the second a house of sticks, and the third a house of bricks. A big bad wolf comes along and blows down the houses made of straw and sticks with ease. However, he is unable to blow down the house made of bricks, which the third pig built with care and effort. Frustrated, the wolf tries to trick the pigs, but they outsmart him and remain safe in the brick house. The story concludes with the pigs learning the importance of hard work and perseverance.

S3 · E7 · 12 dec. 2010

The Four Skillful Brothers Aflevering 7

The story follows four brothers who each set out to learn a unique skill to help their family. The first brother becomes a skilled thief, the second a master huntsman, the third an expert astronomer, and the fourth a talented tailor. When they reunite, they hear that a princess has been kidnapped by a dragon and decide to use their skills to rescue her. The astronomer locates the princess, the huntsman uses his marksmanship to defeat the dragon, the thief sneaks into the castle to steal the key, and the tailor sews a rope to help them escape. Their combined skills lead to a successful rescue, and the king rewards them. However, the brothers decide to continue their adventures together, realizing the power of their teamwork.

S3 · E8 · 13 dec. 2010

The Magician's Feud Aflevering 8

The story follows a young man named Edgar, who is madly in love with Miranda. To impress her, Edgar begins an apprenticeship with Miranda's father, a mysterious bookseller. During his apprenticeship, Edgar discovers a magic book and hopes to learn a few tricks to win Miranda's heart. However, the bookseller is furious about Edgar's curiosity and turns him into a horse as punishment. Now, Edgar's friends, Doc Croc and Yoyo, must find a way to break the spell and save him.

S3 · E9 · 14 dec. 2010

The Nightingale Aflevering 9

The story follows an emperor of China who learns about a beautiful nightingale with a song so enchanting that it brings joy to all who hear it. The emperor commands his courtiers to find and bring the nightingale to his court. The bird is eventually found and brought to the palace, where it sings and captivates everyone with its melody. However, the emperor receives a gift of a mechanical bird, encrusted with jewels, that can also sing. Enamored with the artificial bird, the emperor neglects the real nightingale, which eventually leaves. Over time, the mechanical bird breaks down, and the emperor falls gravely ill. In his final moments, the real nightingale returns, singing so beautifully that it restores the emperor's health and teaches him the value of genuine beauty and simplicity over artificiality.

S3 · E10 · 15 dec. 2010

Beauty And The Beast Aflevering 10

The story follows a young woman named Beauty who sacrifices herself to save her father by agreeing to live with a fearsome Beast in his enchanted castle. Despite her initial fear, Beauty discovers that the Beast is kind-hearted and generous. As they spend time together, she grows to care for him deeply. Beauty eventually returns home to visit her family, but she misses the Beast and realizes she loves him. When she returns to the castle, she finds the Beast dying from heartbreak. Her declaration of love breaks the enchantment, transforming the Beast back into a handsome prince. They live happily ever after, celebrating the power of love and inner beauty.

S3 · E11 · 16 dec. 2010

The Twelve Princesses Aflevering 11

The story follows twelve princesses who mysteriously wear out their shoes every night, despite being locked in their bedroom. The king, puzzled by this, offers a reward to anyone who can uncover their secret. A young soldier, aided by an invisibility cloak, follows the princesses and discovers they travel through an underground realm to dance with twelve princes each night. The soldier reveals the secret to the king, breaking the enchantment. As a reward, he chooses one of the princesses to marry, and they all live happily ever after.

S3 · E12 · 17 dec. 2010

Hans In Luck Aflevering 12

The story follows a young man named Hans who, after serving his master faithfully for seven years, is rewarded with a lump of gold. As Hans travels home, he trades the gold for a horse, then the horse for a cow, the cow for a pig, the pig for a goose, and finally the goose for a grindstone. Each trade seems advantageous at the time but ultimately leaves him with less than before. Despite ending up with nothing, Hans remains cheerful and content, believing he is rid of all his burdens. The tale concludes with Hans realizing that true happiness and freedom come from within, not from material possessions.

S3 · E13 · 18 dec. 2010

Little Mook Aflevering 13

The story follows a small, hunchbacked man named Little Muck, who is often ridiculed by others due to his appearance. Despite his hardships, he embarks on an adventure in search of fortune and respect. Along the way, he discovers magical items, including a pair of enchanted slippers that allow him to run at incredible speeds and a staff that can locate buried treasures. Using these magical items, Little Muck proves his worth and gains the favor of the king. However, he faces betrayal and challenges as he navigates life at the palace. In the end, Little Muck’s cleverness and good heart help him overcome adversity and find true happiness.

S3 · E14 · 19 dec. 2010

Goldilocks Aflevering 14

The story follows a young girl named Goldilocks who stumbles upon a cozy cottage in the forest. Unbeknownst to her, the cottage belongs to three bears: Papa Bear, Mama Bear, and Baby Bear. Goldilocks enters the house and begins exploring. She tastes their porridge, sits in their chairs, and finally falls asleep in Baby Bear's bed. When the three bears return home, they discover the disturbances and find Goldilocks sleeping. Startled by their presence, Goldilocks wakes up and runs away, learning a valuable lesson about respecting others' property.

S3 · E15 · 20 dec. 2010

Aladdin Aflevering 15

The story follows a young man named Aladdin, who is approached by a sorcerer pretending to be his uncle. The sorcerer convinces Aladdin to retrieve a magical oil lamp from a cave. However, Aladdin ends up trapped in the cave but discovers that the lamp contains a powerful genie who can grant wishes. Using the genie's powers, Aladdin transforms his life, winning the love of a beautiful princess and gaining immense wealth. However, the sorcerer returns to steal the lamp, leading to a battle of wits and magic. In the end, Aladdin outsmarts the sorcerer, retains the magic lamp, and lives happily ever after with the princess.

S3 · E16 · 21 dec. 2010

The Caliph Stork Aflevering 16

The story follows Caliph Chasid of Baghdad and his Grand Vizier Mansor, who acquire a magical powder that allows them to transform into any animal by saying the word "Mutabor." However, they must not laugh while in animal form, or they will forget the magic word and be unable to return to their human forms. Out of curiosity, they transform into storks and enjoy their new forms until they laugh at their own attempts to speak as storks. This causes them to forget the magic word. They embark on an adventure to reclaim their human forms, encountering various challenges along the way. Eventually, they discover a way to break the spell and return to their original forms, learning valuable lessons about curiosity and caution.

S3 · E17 · 22 dec. 2010

The Drummer Aflevering 17

The story revolves around a young drummer who embarks on a quest to rescue a beautiful princess trapped in an enchanted castle. The drummer encounters various magical obstacles along the way, but with his bravery and resourcefulness, he overcomes them. He finds a magical drum that, when played, helps him in his journey. Eventually, the drummer reaches the castle, confronts the sorcerer who holds the princess captive, and frees her. The drummer and the princess fall in love and live happily ever after.

S3 · E18 · 23 dec. 2010

Snow White, Rose Red Aflevering 18

The story follows two sisters, Snow White and Rose Red, who live with their mother in a cottage in the woods. Despite their different personalities—Snow White being gentle and quiet, and Rose Red being lively and energetic—the sisters share a deep bond and are always kind to others. One winter night, a bear seeks shelter at their home, and the sisters warmly welcome him. Over time, they grow fond of the bear, who visits frequently. One day, they encounter a dwarf who is in trouble, and they help him despite his ungrateful attitude. In the end, the dwarf's true nature is revealed, and the bear transforms into a prince who had been cursed by the dwarf. The curse is broken, and Snow White marries the prince, while Rose Red marries his brother, leading to a happy ending for everyone.

S3 · E19 · 24 dec. 2010

Bearskin Aflevering 19

The story follows a soldier who, after the war, is left with nothing and makes a pact with the devil. In exchange for wealth and a bear's skin, which he must wear, the soldier agrees not to wash, groom, or pray for seven years. During this time, he is known as Bearskin and faces social ostracism due to his appearance. However, he remains kind and generous, helping those in need with his newfound wealth. Near the end of his seven-year ordeal, he meets a poor man with three daughters. Bearskin offers to marry one of the daughters, who reluctantly agrees due to his appearance but eventually falls in love with his kind heart. When the seven years are up, Bearskin's pact ends, and he is restored to his former handsome self. The devil loses his bet, and Bearskin lives happily ever after with his wife.

S3 · E20 · 25 dec. 2010

The Little Mermaid Aflevering 20

The story follows a young mermaid who lives under the sea and dreams of experiencing life on land. Fascinated by the human world, she saves a handsome prince from drowning and falls in love with him. Desiring to be with him, she makes a deal with a sea witch, trading her voice for human legs. As a human, she faces the challenge of winning the prince's love without being able to speak. Despite her sacrifices and the trials she endures, the mermaid ultimately learns about selflessness and love's true nature. In the end, her journey leads to a poignant realization about identity and self-worth.

S3 · E21 · 26 dec. 2010

Pinocchio Aflevering 21

The poor woodcarver Gepetto wants nothing more than to have a son of his own, and in fact the blue fairy fulfills his wish by breathing life into the puppet Pinocchio he built himself. Of course, Pinocchio now has to go to school as a little boy, and so that nothing happens to him on the way, Doc Croc and Yoyo go with him. But unfortunately they never get there, because a malicious fox and an evil cat lead Pinocchio on wrong paths that soon put him in great danger.

S3 · E22 · 27 dec. 2010

Iron John Aflevering 22

The story begins with a king who discovers a wild man, known as Iron John, living in a forest. Iron John is captured and imprisoned. However, he possesses great strength and magical abilities. A young prince, curious about Iron John, releases him from captivity. In gratitude, Iron John helps the prince by guiding him through a series of adventures and challenges. The prince learns valuable lessons about courage, kindness, and self-discovery. Eventually, the prince's bravery and integrity lead him to win the hand of a princess and inherit a kingdom.

S3 · E23 · 28 dec. 2010

The Emperor's New Clothes Aflevering 23

The story follows a vain emperor who is obsessed with his appearance and clothes. Two cunning weavers come to town, claiming they can create the finest suit of clothes that are invisible to anyone who is unfit for their position or "hopelessly stupid." The emperor, wanting to showcase his wisdom and refinement, commissions the weavers to make this magical outfit. Everyone in the palace, not wanting to appear unfit or stupid, pretends to see the clothes, even though there is nothing there. The emperor ends up parading through the town in his "new clothes," and it is a child's innocent remark that reveals the truth: the emperor is wearing nothing at all. The story ends with the emperor realizing his foolishness and vanity.

S3 · E24 · 29 dec. 2010

Yorinda And Yoringel Aflevering 24

Jorinda and Joringel are two young lovers who wander into an enchanted forest where an evil witch resides. The witch captures Jorinda and transforms her into a nightingale, imprisoning her along with other enchanted birds. Joringel is heartbroken but determined to save Jorinda. With the help of a magical flower that he discovers, he gains the power to break the witch's spell. Joringel uses the flower to free Jorinda and the other birds, defeating the witch and restoring everyone to their human forms. In the end, Jorinda and Joringel are reunited, and their love triumphs over the witch's dark magic.

S3 · E25 · 30 dec. 2010

The Singing Lark Aflevering 25

S3 · E26 · 31 dec. 2010

The Three Feathers Aflevering 26

The king of a great empire cannot decide which of his three sons he should appoint as heir to the throne. In his desperation, he finally blows three feathers into the air and instructs his sons to follow one of the feathers each and bring a carpet from where the feather falls. But whoever would bring the most beautiful carpet was to be king in the future. The two older brothers set off confident of victory. But the third, who is considered the stupidest by everyone, seems to be unlucky, because the feather falls directly to the ground in the garden. But then the young man, Doc Croc and Yoyo discover a mysterious trapdoor that leads into an underground cave.