Five Children and It

5.2

1991•2h 30m

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.

Seasons

6 Episodes • Premiered 1991

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1. Episode 1

A group of youngsters encounter a mysterious bad-tempered creature with the power to grant wishes.

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2. Episode 2

Anthea thinks of a wish: but doesn't consider what effect it might have on the baby.

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3. Episode 3

The youngsters' latest wish transforms the house into a castle : but fortunately Martha fails to notice.

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4. Episode 4

The children learn an uncomfortable lesson about the implications of making rash wishes.

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5. Episode 5

The relieved children think they've finally got the better of the mischievous sand fairy; but have they?

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6. Episode 6

The sand fairy disappears, leaving the children to clear up an appalling mess before their mother gets home.

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