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A Twist in the Tale

★4.8 1999 1 Season Raymond Thompson TV-MA

A Twist in the Tale is a 1998 TV series starring William Shatner. Willam Shatner's A Twist In The Tale was a 15 episode short lived television series in the late 1990s. Every week the narrator/host would have a group of children he would tell a story to. The main children were always in the story itself.

Seasons & episodes

1 season · 15 episodes

Obsession in August

Episode 01

Obsession in August

Feb 6, 1999 · 60 min

After their parent's return from abroad is delayed, 14-year-old Vicky and her younger brother Aidan are taken by their Uncle Lance to visit the Earl of Sackville. They quickly discover that this is no ordinary holiday in the countryside.

A Crack in Time

Episode 02

A Crack in Time

Feb 13, 1999 · 60 min

The Johnson family's peaceful dairy farm life is turned upside down when the youngest son, David, wakes up to find a strange teenage girl in his closet. Her name is Jem Johnson, and she claims to be from the year 2098.

The Anchoress

Episode 03

The Anchoress

Feb 20, 1999 · 60 min

Cindy and Jonathan live in a small seaside village with their fisherman father, Bob. Business has been poor lately due to the waters being fished out. Their luck changes when Bob brings home a very special catch - a merman.

Charlie

Episode 04

Charlie

Feb 27, 1999 · 60 min

When 14-year-old Louise and her mother move to an old mining town, Louise struggles to fit in at her new school. One day, while running through the town's old mines, she meets a young man, a young man not from the present, but the past.

The Duelists

Episode 05

The Duelists

Mar 6, 1999 · 60 min

200 years ago, Tobias and Samuel died attempting to win the affections of Ariadne, who loved neither man. Now, both men are cursed to relive their terrible demise once a year on the anniversary of their deaths, but this year is different.

Bertie

Episode 06

Bertie

Mar 13, 1999 · 60 min

David Rhodes is a writer, and in anticipation of the sale of the screen rights to his latest novel, the Rhodes family purchases the Milton mansion. Siblings Kate and John fall in love with the home, even when they discover Bertie, a ghost.

The Magician

Episode 07

The Magician

Mar 20, 1999 · 60 min

Emily Watson and her widower father journey together through small towns in the 1950's, performing and selling 'Dr. Watson's Magical Elixir.' However, the Watson's lives change forever when they rescue the mysterious Grizelda.

A Ghost of Our Own

Episode 08

A Ghost of Our Own

Mar 27, 1999 · 60 min

Laura Bradley and her two daughters move into their new home, an unexpected inheritance from a great-uncle they never met. All is going well as they settle into their new town and community, until they discover that their home is haunted.

Jessica's Diary

Episode 09

Jessica's Diary

Apr 3, 1999 · 60 min

When her mother becomes sick with a mysterious illness, 14-year-old Jessica's relationship with her stepfather sours. The situation worsens when Jessica purchases a mysterious diary written by another girl in the past also named Jessica.

The Pirate

Episode 10

The Pirate

Apr 10, 1999 · 60 min

The Craig family loves their beach house, but when their father loses his business, the Craig's must forgo their beloved beach house visits. However, one day the family's youngest child finds something that could change their fortunes.

The Skeleton in the Cupboard

Episode 11

The Skeleton in the Cupboard

Apr 17, 1999 · 60 min

The Painter family have been magicians for generations, and 14-year-old Cherry wants to be the first world-class female magician. Her Grandad created a world-famous trick called 'The Skeleton in the Cupboard,' but is it worth revisiting?

Between Life and Death

Episode 12

Between Life and Death

Apr 24, 1999 · 60 min

12-year-old Jamie Irving and his father, Rick, are opposites. When Rick discovers illegal activities at his company, he becomes entangled in a mystery that results in his spirit disconnecting from his body, and only Jamie can see him.

Darkness Visible

Episode 13

Darkness Visible

May 1, 1999 · 60 min

Murray, Ruth, and Dot are the only children from the orphanage left unclaimed for the holidays. After rescuing a dog caught in a trap, they find themselves in the magical house of Miss Angela Dwelf, a charming and uniquely talented woman.

The Green Dress

Episode 14

The Green Dress

May 8, 1999 · 60 min

13-year-old Rosa feels unwelcome at the School of Performing Arts where she is bullied by the spiteful Lucy who is threatened by Rosa's talents and increasing popularity. Things change considerably when Rosa purchases a second-hand dress.

A Matter of Time

Episode 15

A Matter of Time

May 15, 1999 · 60 min

14-year -old science prodigy David Morgan is working hard on his new invention - the "Tasmo," a time travel device. After many failed attempts, David begins to lose faith. Even his father no longer believes in him.That all soon changes.

About the series

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Audience score
★ 4.8 /10

based on 6 votes

Synopsis

A Twist in the Tale is a 1998 TV series starring William Shatner. Willam Shatner's A Twist In The Tale was a 15 episode short lived television series in the late 1990s. Every week the narrator/host would have a group of children he would tell a story to. The main children were always in the story itself.

Sci-Fi & FantasyFamily

Cast

2 principal cast

William Shatner

William Shatner

Claudia Black

Claudia Black

Morgana

Where to watch A Twist in the Tale

A Twist in the Tale is available to stream on Flicksy via 6 verified sources, aggregated from publicly available embed providers. The sci-fi & fantasy from Raymond Thompson has 1 season and 15 total episodes, rated 4.8/10 by 6 viewers.

Frequently asked

How many seasons does A Twist in the Tale have?

A Twist in the Tale has 1 season with 15 episodes in total.

Is A Twist in the Tale still on the air?

A Twist in the Tale has ended and is no longer in production.

What network airs A Twist in the Tale?

A Twist in the Tale airs on 5.

When did A Twist in the Tale first air?

A Twist in the Tale first aired on February 6, 1999.

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