Alias the Jester facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alias the Jester |
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| Created by | Brian Cosgrove Mark Hall |
| Developed by | Cosgrove Hall Films |
| Starring | Richard Briers Jimmy Hibbert Myfanwy Talog Brian Trueman Brian Wilde |
| Opening theme | "Alias the Jester" by Keith Hopwood and Malcolm Rowe |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of episodes | 13 |
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| Executive producer(s) | John Hambley |
| Running time | 10 minutes |
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| Original network | ITV Network (CITV) |
| Original release | 13 November 1985 – 20 February 1986 |
Alias the Jester is a fun British animated TV show made by Cosgrove Hall Films. It first aired in the United Kingdom on ITV in 1985. The show has 13 exciting episodes. It was also popular in Australia and Gibraltar.
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The Story of Alias the Jester
The show follows the amazing adventures of a time traveler named Alias and his loyal, dog-like friend, Boswell. Their spaceship breaks down and crashes in a medieval kingdom called Houghton Bottoms. This kingdom is ruled by the small King Arthur and his wife, Queen Edith.
Alias decides to become a secret hero. He takes on the identity of Alias the Jester and gets a job at the King's court. He also becomes friends with the clumsy court wizard, Meredith. When trouble appears, Alias quickly changes into his special red uniform. This uniform lets him fly and gives him super strength. He uses these powers to fight against the bad guys in the show.
Almost every episode ends with King Arthur firing Alias and Meredith. But don't worry, they always get their jobs back for the next adventure!
Meet the Characters
Alias the Jester
Alias is a brave time traveler. After his ship crashes, he becomes a jester for King Arthur. He also secretly fights crime as the Red Knight. The wizard Meredith believes he magically summoned the Red Knight. Alias always tries to do what is right. He also has a clever, sarcastic side, especially when talking to Meredith. The feathers on his head seem to be part of him, not just his suit, and they might be how he flies!
Boswell
Boswell is Alias's alien companion. He looks like a dog but is very smart. He understands everything Alias says and follows his commands. Boswell communicates with beeping and honking sounds. He is often the first to sense danger.
Meredith
Meredith is King Arthur's court wizard. He means well but is very clumsy. He tried to summon a magical Red Knight to protect the kingdom. Just then, Alias's ship crashed, and Meredith thought Alias was the hero he had called for.
Episode Guide
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| 1 | "Alias the Jester" | 13 November 1985 | |
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Alias and Boswell crash-land in medieval times after their ship breaks down. Alias rescues a baby dragon. To hide his alien features, Alias pretends to be a jester. King Arthur finds Alias's story funny and hires him and Meredith.
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| 2 | "The Ring" | 20 November 1985 | |
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Meredith finds a magic ring that takes him, Alias, and Boswell to an island. They meet a slimy creature who was turned that way by the villain Black Najjer. They go to face Black Najjer, who also turns into a slimy creature. The original slimy creature turns back into a human.
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| 3 | "The Amazing Dancing Bear" | 27 November 1985 | |
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King Arthur asks Alias to find "The Amazing Dancing Bear."
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| 4 | "The Viking Airship" | 4 December 1985 | |
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Vikings arrive in Houghton Bottoms in an airship.
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| 5 | "Ready When You Are, King Arthur!" | 11 December 1985 | |
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A film crew comes to Houghton Bottoms to make a movie. But their real plan is to kidnap Princess Amaranth.
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| 6 | "The Giant's Visit" | 18 December 1985 | |
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A family of giants comes to visit Houghton Bottoms.
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| 7 | "The Walking Island" | 10 January 1986 | |
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Alias and his friends discover a mysterious island that moves on its own.
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| 8 | "Monster of the Lake" | 17 January 1986 | |
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A scary monster appears from the lake in Houghton Bottoms.
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| 9 | "Magic Metal" | 24 January 1986 | |
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A trickster uses Sir Pinkley to buy special armor. This armor allows the trickster to control Sir Pinkley.
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| 10 | "The Lost Ark" | 31 January 1986 | |
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A valuable ark goes missing, and Alias must help find it.
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| 11 | "Revenge of the Najjer" | 6 February 1986 | |
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The Black Najjer, now a slimy creature, returns for revenge. He uses Meredith's potions to become human again and turns Meredith into a slimy creature. Alias must stop him.
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| 12 | "Fiery Fred" | 13 February 1986 | |
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A creature named Fiery Fred causes trouble in Houghton Bottoms.
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| 13 | "Amaranth and the Beast" | 20 February 1986 | |
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Princess Amaranth is kidnapped by a mysterious Beast. This episode is a fun version of the classic story Beauty and the Beast.
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Voice Actors
- Richard Briers as Alias, The Black Najjer
- Jimmy Hibbert as Boswell, Queen Edith, Sir Pinkly
- Myfanwy Talog as Princess Amaranth
- Brian Trueman as King Arthur, The Vikings
- Brian Wilde as Meredith
Who Made the Show?
- Written by: Brian Trueman
- Music by: Keith Hopwood, Malcolm Rowe
- Produced by: Brian Cosgrove, Mark Hall
- Directed by: Chris Randall
- © Cosgrove Hall Productions Ltd 1985, 1986
