Alias the Jester
Alias the Jester was a British animated series created by Cosgrove Hall Films, airing in 13 episodes on ITV starting on 13 November 1985. The show also aired during the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's after school timeslot and is considered one of the Classic ABC shows. GBC TV in Gibraltar aired the series multiple times in the late eighties, notably as a filler during the children's 630pm - 730pm weekday slot.
Cast: Richard Briers, Brian Trueman, Brian Wilde
Season 1
13 episodes
- 1. Alias the JesterAfter a technical fault with his ship, Alias and his companion Boswell crash land in Houghton Bottoms in Medieval times.LCC10minNov 13, 1985
- 2. The RingMeredith finds a magical ring inside a book, and is transported to the island of the evil Najjer.LCC10minNov 20, 1985
- 3. The Amazing Dancing BearKing Arthur tells Alias to get The Amazing Dancing Bear.LCC10minNov 27, 1985
- 4. The Viking AirshipVikings come to Houghton Bottoms.LCC10minDec 4, 1985
- 5. Ready When You Are, King Arthur!A crew of film producers come to Houghton Bottoms to make a film called The Kidnapped Princess - but really they are there to kidnap Princess Amaranth.LCC10minDec 11, 1985
- 6. The Giant's VisitA family of obnoxious giants visit Houghton Bottoms: Mildred, Dennis, and their wretched son, Wayne.LCC10minDec 18, 1985
- 7. The Walking IslandThe inhabitants of Houghton Bottoms are thrilled by the overnight arrival of a luxury holiday island.LCC10minJan 10, 1986
- 8. Monster of the LakeA monster lurks from the lake of Houghton Bottoms.LCC10minJan 17, 1986
- 9. Magic MetalA con-man persuades Sir Pinkley to buy a magical set of armour.LCC10minJan 24, 1986
- 10. The Lost ArkKing Arthur is upset about "the drought, the lack of rain, the absence of precipitation!" and orders Meredith to remedy the situation.LCC10minJan 31, 1986
- 11. Revenge of the NajjerThe Black Najjer comes back to Houghton Bottoms for Revenge. He turns Meredith into a slimy creature and then announces to King Arthur and Queen Edith that he is the new court wizard.LCC10minFeb 6, 1986
- 12. Fiery FredAn imp steals some of Meredith's magical supplies.LCC10minFeb 13, 1986
- 13. Amaranth and the BeastPrincess Amaranth is kidnapped by the Beast.LCC10minFeb 20, 1986
Alias the Jester
Alias the Jester was a British animated series created by Cosgrove Hall Films, airing in 13 episodes on ITV starting on 13 November 1985. The show also aired during the Australian Broadcasting Corporation's after school timeslot and is considered one of the Classic ABC shows. GBC TV in Gibraltar aired the series multiple times in the late eighties, notably as a filler during the children's 630pm - 730pm weekday slot.
Creators and cast
- Studio
- Cosgrove Hall Films
Maturity rating
LCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
