Alf Tales

Overview

ALF Tales, an animated series that aired on NBC from August 1988 to December 1989, takes beloved fairy tales and adds a humorous twist with characters from ALF: The Animated Series. Each episode parodies various film genres, like transforming "Cinderella" into an Elvis-themed spectacle. The show often breaks the fourth wall, featuring ALF backstage and interacting with a cartoon version of TV executive Rob Cowan, who provides comedic commentary and advice on enhancing the episodes. With clever humor and imaginative reimaginings, the series offers a playful take on classic stories.

Episodes

• 1

  Robin Hood

  In the inaugural episode of ALF Tales, which aired on September 10, 1988, ALF takes on the role of Robin Hood. Accompanied by his jazz band, he battle...

  Sep 10, 1988
• 2

  Sleeping Beauty

  In the September 17, 1988 episode of ALF Tales, the Evil Sorceress casts a deadly curse on ALF, the prince, ensuring he meets his end with just a pape...

  Sep 17, 1988
• 3

  Cinderella

  Sep 24, 1988
• 4

  Legend of Sleepy Hollow

  In a contemporary retelling of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Ichabod Crane hops aboard an express train, eager to interview for a photography role at T...

  Oct 01, 1988
• 5

  Jack and the Beanstalk

  In the episode titled ALF and the Beanstalk, which aired on October 8, 1988, Jack Bates faces his mother’s financial struggles and decides to sell t...

  Oct 08, 1988
• 6

  The Aladdin Brothers and Their Lamp

  In Season 1, Episode 6, which aired on October 15, 1988, Ziggy and Roy Aladdin find themselves wandering during their extensive tour across the U.S. a...

  Oct 15, 1988
• 7

  Rapunzel

  Alf spins a unique rendition of the beloved story of Rapunzel, incorporating several unexpected twists throughout the narrative. As he recounts the ta...

  Oct 29, 1988
• 8

  Rumpelstiltskin

  Nov 12, 1988
• 9

  The Princess and the Pea

  Nov 19, 1988
• 10

  John Henry

  Dec 03, 1988
• 11

  The Three Little Pigs

  Dec 10, 1988
• 12

  Alice in Wonderland

  Dec 17, 1988
• 13

  Peter Pan

  Jan 07, 1989
• 1

  Hansel and Gretel

  Sep 16, 1989
• 2

  The Wizard of Oz

  Sep 23, 1989
• 3

  The Elves and the Shoemaker

  Sep 30, 1989
• 4

  The Emperor's New Clothes

  Oct 14, 1989
• 5

  Goldie Locks and the Three Bears

  Oct 28, 1989
• 6

  Little Red Riding Hood

  Nov 11, 1989
• 7

  Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs

  Dec 02, 1989
• 8

  King Midas

  Dec 09, 1989