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Tell Me a Story(TV show/series, 2018-2020)

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| 50min per episode | Genre: Drama

Scripted Reality in 2 seasons with 20 episodes

Tell Me a StoryRating: 3.6/5 (with 126 votes)
Tell Me a Story is an American psychological thriller anthology television series created by Kevin Williamson for CBS All Access. Based on the Spanish television series Cuéntame un cuento, it depicts iconic fairy tales reimagined as modern-day thrillers. Each season features a mostly different cast ensemble, with Danielle Campbell and Paul Wesley appearing in both seasons of the series. The first season premiered on October 31, 2018, and concluded on January 3, 2019, after 10 episodes. A second season was announced shortly before the first season ended, which premiered on December 5, 2019, and concluded on February 6, 2020, after another set of 10 episodes. In May 2020, the series was canceled after two seasons. Subsequently, the television broadcast rights to the series were picked up by The CW, where it premiered in July 2020 and aired through December 2020. ()
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About Tell Me a Story

The world's most beloved fairy tales reimagined as a dark and twisted psychological thriller.

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Tell Me A Story - Official Trailer (2018)(Trailer, 2:11)

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Tell Me a Story Seasons and Episodes

12/05/2019Season 2 - 10 episodes
Set in Nashville, Tennessee, this season reimagines the princess-themed tales Beauty and the Beast, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella.
#1 | 12/05/2019The Curse
3.0/5 (with 1 vote)
Rising country music star Ashley Rose Pruitt celebrates the launch of her debut album but a tragic event threatens to derail it all. Under the disapproving eye of his mother, Rebecca Pruitt, troubled musician Jackson Pruitt tries to break old habits when an intriguing stranger enters his life. Meanwhile, Maddie Pruitt attempts to hold her family together amidst a growing disconnect with her fiancée Tucker, a struggling novelist.
#2 | 12/12/2019Writer's Block
Ashley struggles to adjust to her new reality but finds a moment of solace with Beau, who has his own burdens to bear. Maddie starts to second guess her upcoming wedding to Tucker as his distant behavior continues. Simone attends her estranged father’s funeral and learns her stepmother, Veronica, may be more evil than she thought.
#3 | 12/18/2019Family Business
An anonymous delivery sends Ashley into a dark tailspin as Rebecca, Beau and the Nashville Police search for answers. Meanwhile, Jackson and Simone's deeply-rooted family troubles bring them closer together. Tucker continues to hold a terrified Olivia hostage while concealing his secret from Maddie.
#4 | 12/25/2019Number One Fan
0.5/5 (with 1 vote)
Ashley is inspired to make music again while others begin to notice her blossoming connection with Beau. Simone enlists Jackson's help as she seeks the truth behind her father's trust and Veronica's scheming. Olivia questions Tucker about his motives, ultimately resurfacing painful memories for both of them.
#5 | 01/01/2020New Pages
Ashley's instincts tell her she's not out of danger yet and Beau takes action to make her feel safe. Simone and Jackson attend an elegant ball to confront Veronica. Meanwhile, Tucker feels his relationship with Maddie is back on track while she has her doubts. Olivia begins to understand her captor.
#6 | 01/08/2020Lost and Found
Beau is determined to track down Ashley's assailant after the shootout. Jackson confronts Veronica about Simone's disappearance and gets help from an unlikely ally. Olivia makes her escape with Tucker in pursuit, while Maddie seeks some motherly advice from Rebecca about her fiancé.
#7 | 01/15/2020Thorns and All
Simone's guilt and fear of her step-family hinder her relationship with Jackson, causing him to spiral. A doctor's appointment yields good news for Ashley and Rebecca, and the Nashville PD continue their investigation. Meanwhile, the tables have turned as Olivia interrogates a captive Tucker, forcing him to reckon with his past and present.
#8 | 01/22/2020Sweet Dreams
Both heartbroken, Jackson and Maddie find solace and clarity with each other. Ashley is determined to return to the stage, but Rebecca and Beau are worried about potential risks. Simone and Veronica reconcile and make an effort at being a family. Meanwhile, Olivias scheming continues and Tucker has some troubling dreams.
#9 | 01/29/2020Favorite Son
Ashley faces mounting pressure to cancel her upcoming concert after Beau is targeted in a hit-and-run accident. Jackson takes a step forward in getting sober and making amends with Rebecca. The Nashville police question Veronica about Clay Calloway's death while Simone and Maddie separately search for answers.
#10 | 02/05/2020Ever After
Tucker and Maddie frantically try to escape Olivia’s clutches, resorting to desperate measures. Simone grows more suspicious of her step-brother but doesn’t want to further involve Jackson. Ashley, Rebecca, and Beau, back on the Force, prepare for her comeback concert, while a vindictive Taylor sets her final plan in motion.
10/31/2018Season 1 - 10 episodes

Additional Information

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Production country: United States of America (USA)
Based on: "Cuéntame un cuento" (TV show/series, 2014-)
Original language: English (EN)
Spoken languages: English (EN)
Translated into 23 languages: Bulgarian (BG), Czech (CS), Danish (DA), German (DE), Greek (EL), English (EN), Spanish (ES), Finnish (FI), French (FR), Hungarian (HU), Italian (IT), Korean (KO), Lithuanian (LT), Dutch (NL), Norwegian (NO), Polish (PL), Portuguese (PT), Romanian (RO), Russian (RU), Slovak (SK), Turkish (TR), Ukrainian (UK), Chinese (Mandarin) (ZH)
Status: Canceled
First episode released on: 10/31/2018
Last episode released on: 02/05/2020
Alternative titles in other countries (from previews, ads etc.):
"Me Conte Uma História"
"黑色童话"
"Tell Me a Story (US)"

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WatchPlayStream ID: SHOWS:27746, Added: 08/26/2018, Last updated: 03/30/2024