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
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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...
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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...
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3
Cinderella
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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8
Rumpelstiltskin
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9
The Princess and the Pea
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10
John Henry
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11
The Three Little Pigs
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12
Alice in Wonderland
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13
Peter Pan
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Hansel and Gretel
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2
The Wizard of Oz
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3
The Elves and the Shoemaker
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4
The Emperor's New Clothes
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5
Goldie Locks and the Three Bears
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6
Little Red Riding Hood
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7
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
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8
King Midas