Grimm's Fairy Tales

Join Chanticleer and Partlet on their whimsical journey to the mountains to eat nuts, which turns into an unexpected adventure. When laziness strikes, Chanticleer builds a nutshell carriage, leading to a comical encounter with a feisty duck who reluctantly becomes their chauffeur. Along the way, they give a lift to a needle and a pin, and the night ends with a hilariously chaotic inn stay. This ch...

In this whimsical tale, a cunning cat convinces a trusting mouse to store a pot of fat for winter. Under the pretence of attending christenings, the cat repeatedly sneaks away to the church to devour the fat, giving suspicious names to the supposed godchildren: "Top-off," "Half-done," and "All-gone." When winter arrives and the mouse discovers the empty pot, the cat’s deception is revealed. The st...

In this enchanting episode, a young princess loses her golden ball in a deep spring and strikes an unlikely deal with a talking frog to retrieve it. Reluctantly, she allows the frog to eat from her plate and sleep on her bed for three nights. To her astonishment, the frog transforms into a handsome prince, revealing a curse broken by her kindness. The story concludes with the princess and prince j...

In this delightful episode, journey into the forest where the bear and the wolf encounter the melodious King of birds, the willow-wren. Misunderstandings lead to an epic showdown between all the four-footed animals and the flying creatures. Through cunning tactics and bravery, the birds claim victory, teaching a valuable lesson about respect and honor. Enjoy the whimsical tale filled with clever s...

In "The Fisherman and His Wife," a humble fisherman catches an enchanted fish that grants his wife's escalating wishes. From a cozy cottage to a grand castle, and even becoming emperor and pope, her insatiable greed pushes her to demand dominion over the sun and moon. The fish finally grows weary of her endless demands and sends them back to their original pigsty, teaching a powerful lesson on con...

In this enchanting tale, a king's twelve daughters mysteriously wear out their shoes every night, despite being locked in their room. The king promises his throne and a daughter’s hand in marriage to anyone who can uncover their secret. After many failed attempts by princes, a clever soldier, aided by an old woman's magic cloak, discovers their nightly escapades to a hidden underground castle wher...

In this intriguing tale, a mistreated dog befriends a clever sparrow who helps him find food in town. However, their friendship turns tragic when a careless carter runs over the dog. The sparrow vows revenge, leading to a series of unfortunate events for the carter, culminating in his demise. This story showcases themes of loyalty, retribution, and the unforeseen consequences of cruelty. Join us o...

In a distant kingdom, a king and queen longed for a child. One day, a grateful fish granted their wish, and the queen soon gave birth to a beautiful princess. During her christening, an uninvited fairy cursed her to prick her finger and sleep for 100 years. Despite precautions, the curse came true on her 15th birthday. A century later, a brave prince discovered the sleeping palace, awoke the princ...

In a village, a poor old woman lost a bean, a straw, and a coal while cooking. They escaped death and decided to journey together. At a brook without a bridge, the straw laid itself across as a bridge, but the coal's fear caused the straw to burn and both fell into the water, perishing. The bean laughed so hard that it burst, but a compassionate tailor sewed it together with black thread, which is...

In "Old Sultan," a shepherd plans to kill his faithful dog Sultan, now old and toothless. Overhearing this, Sultan seeks help from a wolf, who devises a plan to save the shepherd's child, securing Sultan's place in the family. Grateful, the shepherd ensures the Sultan is well cared for. However, when the wolf later seeks to steal sheep, Sultan stays loyal to his master, leading to a conflict. With...

In this enchanting tale, an ageing donkey, dog, cat, and rooster band together after being discarded by their masters. They embark on a journey to the city to become musicians. Along the way, they outwit a gang of robbers, securing a cozy home and a bountiful feast. Their cleverness and camaraderie lead them to a new, harmonious life. To hear this delightful story and more, tune into Audio Pitara...

In a deep, gloomy wood stood an old castle where an ancient fairy cast her dark spells. She turned men to stone and trapped maidens as birds in cages. Jorinda, a beautiful maiden, was transformed into a nightingale by the fairy's curse, leaving her beloved Jorindel heartbroken. Guided by a dream, Jorindel sought a magical purple flower that broke the enchantment, freeing Jorinda and countless othe...

Hans, a man born under a lucky star, experiences a series of fortunate yet comical trades. He begins with a lump of silver but soon swaps it for a horse, then a cow, a pig, a goose, and finally, a grindstone. Each trade seems like a step down, yet Hans remains blissfully optimistic. When the grindstone accidentally falls into a river, Hans rejoices, feeling liberated. His journey teaches that happ...

In a kingdom where golden apples mysteriously vanish, a young gardener's son embarks on a quest to find the elusive golden bird. Guided by a clever fox, he faces numerous trials involving a golden horse and a beautiful princess. Despite his brothers' betrayal, he triumphs through courage and wisdom, restoring peace and love to the kingdom. Discover the magical journey of bravery, loyalty, and tran...