Episode 1
Episode 1
30m
You don't have to be a child to enjoy this famous old story of a puppet who wants to be a real boy, now brought to enchanting life by the new magic of television.
Where to watch Pinocchio
TV series
Pinocchio
19781 season
Based on the Carlo Collodi book, a macabre 4 part BBC live action Alec Drysdale dramatisation, directed by legendary Doctor Who producer Barry Letts.
Availability
Not streaming in United States
Pinocchio premiered December 3, 1978. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
Based on the Carlo Collodi book, a macabre 4 part BBC live action Alec Drysdale dramatisation, directed by legendary Doctor Who producer Barry Letts.
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Episode 2
Episode 2
30m
Pinocchio has been given four gold pieces by the Blue Fairy. On his way to hand over the money to the workless, penniless Geppetto, he meets Mr Cat and Mr Fox, confidence tricksters on the lookout for a sucker.
Where to watch PinocchioEpisode 3
Episode 3
30m
For helping Mr Cat and Mr Fox to escape from jail, the artless Pinocchio has been sentenced to 50 years imprisonment.
Where to watch PinocchioEpisode 4
Episode 4
30mfinale
Betrayed to the evil wagon driver by Mr Fox and Mr Cat, Pinocchio has departed with his school fellows for the Land of Toys.
Where to watch PinocchioEpisode information updated Sep 3, 2026
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More about Pinocchio
Cast
Derek SmithGeppetto
Rhoda LewisThe Blue FairyCredits
- Created by
- Alec Drysdale
Production details
- Status
- Ended
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 4
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
BBC OneUnited Kingdom