On his deathbed, a King commands trusty John, his most loyal servant, to protect his son and heir. But when the boy falls in love with a forbidden painting, John's loyalty is pushed to the limit. Will he sacrifice himself for the sake of the boy?
Find out in Faithful John! The Brothers Grimm story responsible for Oscar Wilde's greatest work and your favourite scene in Star Wars.
After the story, we try to tracy its lineage from West to East, by way of a medieval French romance and the unexpected story of Hercules' run in with a poisoned shirt.
This episode is “Certified Grimm” for adult themes and may not be suitable for all listeners.
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Theme music: Bicycle Waltz by Goodbye Kumiko
Other Music: Dvorak's Romantic Pieces, Op. 75 - 3. Allegro appassionato // Maria Szymanowska's Polonaise No. 3
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Grimmbledon: Group D
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88. The Princess And The Pea (World Exclusive)
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Christmas Special 2023
5 Year Anniversary Livestream
Series 5 Wrap-Up
87. Cinderella (Part 2)
86. Cinderella (Part 1)
85. The Old Man And His Grandson
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An Interview With Nick Jubber, Author Of The Fairy Tellers (Extra Grimm)
83. The Two Brothers
82. The Tailor In Heaven
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