Fantaghirò (TV series)
An animated series based on the Fantaghirò film series.
Fantaghirò is a 1999 Spanish-Italian fantasy animated television series loosely based on the Italian live-action film series of the same name. Created by BRB Internacional with animation by Colorland Animation Production, the series was written by Francesca Melandri, Giovanni Romoli and Lamberto Bava, and produced by Mediaset, Telecinco and Grupo Planeta. It follows the adventures of Princess Fantaghirò, who is destined to conquer all evil in the land, and her love for King Romualdo.
- Year
- 1999
- Country of origin
- Spain and Italy
- Genre
- Fantasy animated television series
- Created by
- BRB Internacional
- Music by
- Mark Bradley and Terry Wilson
- Based on
- Italian live-action film series Fantaghirò
Lore & Background
Fantaghirò is the youngest daughter of King Hadrian of Tuan. She is brave and outspoken, refusing to be demure and obedient. She was born with a destiny to conquer all evil, and her passion comes from her love for Romualdo. The Black Witch and Darken attempt to separate or destroy the pair throughout the series. Many film characters appear, some renamed or changed, and new characters are added. For example, Lightning and Bolt become an imp-boy named Flash and a cat named Bolt, and the White Witch is split into the White Fairy and Mother Goose.
Reader's Guide
The series consists of multiple episodes, including 'The Prophecy,' which introduces the warring kingdoms of Tuan and Dana and the prophecy of a girl who will bring peace. Other episodes cover Fantaghirò's adventures, such as her secret entry into a tournament as the Scarlet Knight, her quest to save Romualdo from being turned to stone, and battles against the Black Cloud and the Horseman of Hate. A 75-minute animated film titled Fantaghirò: Quest for the Kuorum, edited together from series footage, was released in 2000. The series expands the lore of the live-action films by giving names to unnamed elements and adding new characters and storylines.
Did You Know?
- The series was written by Francesca Melandri, Giovanni Romoli, and Lamberto Bava.
- The character Tarabas, prominent in the third and fourth films, is only a minor character in this series.
- The White Witch from the films is split into two characters: the White Fairy and Mother Goose.
- A 75-minute animated film, Fantaghirò: Quest for the Kuorum, was edited together from series footage and released in 2000.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fantaghirò (TV series)?
Fantaghirò (TV series) is a 1999 Spanish-Italian animated fantasy show produced by BRB Internacional with animation by Colorland Animation Production. It adapts the Italian live-action Fantaghirò film franchise into an animated television format.
What is the story of Fantaghirò (TV series) about?
The series centers on Princess Fantaghirò, a warrior princess fated to defeat every evil force threatening her land. Her quest is paired with a romantic storyline involving King Romualdo, whose bond with her drives much of the narrative.
How does the animated series relate to the original Fantaghirò films?
The 1999 show is a loose animated retelling of the Italian live-action Fantaghirò film series, carrying over the same core character and fantasy setting. It was developed for television by BRB Internacional, with the screenplay written by Francesca Melandri, Giovanni Romoli, and Lamberto Bava.
Who produced and scored Fantaghirò (TV series)?
Mediaset, Telecinco, and Grupo Planeta handled production, while the musical score was composed by Mark Bradley and Terry Wilson. The show aired as a co-production between Spain and Italy, giving it a distinctly cross-border European identity.
Why is Fantaghirò (TV series) significant for fans of fantasy and witchcraft media?
It is one of the few late-1990s animated series to place a powerful female warrior-princess at the center of an epic good-versus-evil saga, reaching audiences across both Spanish and Italian markets. By expanding the Fantaghirò franchise beyond its live-action roots, it introduced the character to a new generation of viewers through the Mediaset and Telecinco networks.
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