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Browse 44 movies from Rabbit Ears Productions
It's Christmas Eve and all the children around the world are asleep and dreaming of the toys that Santa Claus will bring - except at the South Pole, where they've never celebrated Christmas. This year Santa Claus asks Santabear to deliver his toys to the South Pole, so that the children there will also believe in the magic of Christmas. But when the naughty Bullybear steals Santabear's bag of toys and his identity, all chances for a merry Christmas seem lost. Luckily, Santabear meets Missy Bear, and together they take to the skies to stop Bullybear before he destroys all the toys and ruins Christmas at the South Pole forever!
Dec 1987
Long ago in Russia, a proclamation went out through all the land that whosoever could build a flying ship would win the hand of the Tsar's daughter. But when a country bumpkin and his oddball crew of extraordinary friends show up to claim her, the dumbfounded Tsar quickly has second thoughts.
Jun 1991
Hidden deep in the blue forest of Norway, there lived a peasant farmer and his family. In a fierce storm, a mysterious white bear arrives with a strange proposal to make them rich if their youngest daughter will go to live with him in his golden cavern. They agree, and for a time all goes well, but when the girl ignores the kindly bear's advice, she must travel to the castle that lies East of the Sun and West of the Moon to face the horrible Troll Queen. This touching Scandinavian tale will transport your family to the faraway land of the midnight sun.
Aug 1991
Discover the moving true story of the Native American named Squanto, who is captured from his beloved Pawtuxet tribe, taken to Spain, and sold into slavery. Years later, Squanto regains his freedom and embarks on a miraculous journey back to his homeland where he teaches the Pilgrims how to survive the difficult early years in the Plymouth colony...culminating in the first Thanksgiving celebration. A touching drama about trust, faith and renewal.
Sep 1991
Tiny Tom, no larger than his father's thumb, embarks on a series of fantastical adventures that lead him to King Arthur's court. After saving King Arthur from the clutches of an evil sorcerer he becomes a member of the Knights of the Round Table, and the darling of Queen Guinevere. This classic tale is as enjoyable for adults as it is for children.
Based on the traditional American folksong, this compelling tale recounts the daring adventures of one family's escape from slavery via the Underground Railroad. This touching story captures all the drama of a perilous flight to freedom. Narrated by Morgan Freeman.
Sep 1990
Treat your family to this touching story about a young Native American girl who gives up a precious birthday gift in order to save her village. This enchanting adaptation, based on a popular Native American legend, embodies the true spirit of selflessness.
First published in 1922, Margery Williams' enchanting story about a toy rabbit is a classic of children's literature. This gentle rendition comes alive through Meryl Streep's soothing narration, George Winston's beautiful music score, and David Jorgensen's charming illustrations.
Dec 1984
This colorful Cajun folktale, set deep in the bayous of Louisiana, tells the story of Ruby Rouge, a young girl who befriends a mysterious old woman. She is ultimately rewarded for her kindness with several magical eggs in this classical tale of good versus evil.
This enchanted tale is based on "One Thousand and One Nights" where a young rogue receives wishes from a genie and wins The Sultan's daughter.
Aug 1994
This haunting early American tale from Washington Irving follows the likeable but lazy Rip Van Winkle into the mysterious Catskill mountains where he meets a band of odd fellows playing a game of ninepins. After sharing a flagon of strange brew, Rip falls into a deep sleep for 20 years. When he wakes up, he finds that his home is a very different place indeed. This story is a wonderful reminder about making the most of your life.
This is the only story in the Rabbit Ears collection that is fully animated. Christopher Reeve and Amy Grant relate this wondrous fable of an escaped lion and a new-born lamb who teach a brother and a sister about the true spirit of Christmas. Based on European legends, this animated tale is directed by Bill Kroyer (FernGully: The Last Rainforest) with a score by composer-pianist Lyle Mays. The Lion and the Lamb is a heartfelt holiday story for all ages that promises to be a seasonal classic.
Mar 1996
Washington Irving's eerie tale of romantic rivalry along the Hudson pits the new schoolmaster Ichabod Crane against the local hero and bully, Brom Bones, for the hand of Katrina Van Tassel. The drama climaxes with the appearance of one of the most legendary ghosts of all time - the Headless Horseman.
May 1988
Two stories feature Anansi the Spider outsmarting various creatures to get their stories. The first story involves Anansi tricking Snake to get the stories from Tiger. The second story involves Anansi trying to admit to the other animals that he is a man after his mother-in-law dies.
This is the touching story of Joseph, who is sold into slavery by his brothers yet later forgives their betrayal by saving them from famine. The mesmerizing rhythms of the Middle East provide the perfect musical backdrop for this rich and colorful odyssey about forgiveness and family love.
This is a Russian legend about an archer named Ivan and his inseparable companion, The Horse of Power. When Ivan brings a golden feather from the Firebird to the Tsar, he is ordered to present the entire bird, or lose his life. Then, he is commanded to retrieve the princess Vassalisa from the end of the earth, so that the Tsar might marry her. Inevitably, the archer himself falls in love with the princess. Ivan and the Horse of Power must ultimately find a way to thwart the Tsar. This tale captures the essence of old world Russsia.
Follow the inspiring adventures of a dog, cat, rooster, and donkey who prove it's never too late to start over. Well along in years already—and worried that life may have passed them by—these four spunky animals decide to begin new lives as traveling musicians. Their comic escapades and dogged attempts to harmonize will amuse young and old alike. And you'll want to thank the Brothers Grimm for offering a valuable message about following your dreams. The inspired musical score brings this ultimate musician's tale vividly to life.
Told by Danny Glover
Aug 1992
Little Red Riding Hood: When a young girl with a red cape encounters a wolf in the woods, she learns the hard way that nothing good comes out of talking to strangers. Goldilocks: When a spoiled little girl goes to the house of the three bears without permission, she will soon get a surprise of her life when the bears come home from their walk.
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This is the miraculous story of how Moses receives the Ten Commandments from God atop Mt. Sinai and leads the Israelites across the Red Sea on their forty-year journey to the Promised Land. A majestic musical score captures all the power and drama of this sweeping epic.