Five Children and It (1991)

First Air Date: 1991-01-09
Last Air Date: 1991-02-13
Total Seasons: 1
Total Episodes: 6
Episode Runtime: 150 min.
Director: Marilyn Fox

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.