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Five Children and It
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.
1991 5.9/10 community score 1 season · 6 episodes Ended
- Family
- Kids
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Where to watch in United States
4 platforms currently listed across all viewing options
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- First aired
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 6
- Status
- Ended
Latest aired episode
S1 E6
Episode 6
Aired 25 min
The sand fairy disappears, leaving the children to clear up an appalling mess before their mother gets home.
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Season guide
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Season 1
6 episodes
First episode aired
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