bedtime story
19 movies and shows
A Boy Called Christmas
Wed, 24 Nov 2021
An ordinary young boy called Nikolas sets out on an extraordinary adventure into the snowy north in search of his father who is on a quest to discover the fabled village of the elves, Elfhelm. Taking with him a headstrong reindeer called Blitzen and a loyal pet mouse, Nikolas soon meets his destiny in this magical and endearing story that proves nothing is impossible…
Away We Go
Fri, 05 Jun 2009
Verona and Burt have moved to Colorado to be close to Burt's parents but, with Verona expecting their first child, Burt's parents inexplicably decide to move to Belgium, now leaving them in a place they hate and without a support structure in place. They set off on a whirlwind tour of of disparate locations where they have friends or relatives, sampling not only different cities and climates but also different families. Along the way they realize that the journey is less about discovering where they want to live and more about figuring out what type of parents they want to be.
You Shall Not Sleep Tonight
Thu, 01 Aug 2024
A boy is haunted by terrifying nightmares where a monster lurks inside the closet. To his relief, his father appears in the middle of the night helping him to face his fears. But the boy will begin to question the true nature of these apparitions, having to face the truth about his father's destiny and the evil force that threatens to consume him.
Petra's Lasso
Thu, 10 Jul 2025
When a city girl visits her grandmother's ranch, a bedtime story about a brave charra transports her to a world of magical ribbons, fantastical creatures... and a whole lot of girl power.
I Don't Fight the Dark as Well as I Used To
Thu, 13 Apr 2023
After making his granddaughter sleep with the light off, Frank struggles coming to terms with the dark.
Goodbye Christopher Robin
Fri, 29 Sep 2017
The behind the scenes story of the life of A.A. Milne and the creation of the Winnie the Pooh stories inspired by his son Christopher Robin.
Borgman
Thu, 29 Aug 2013
An enigmatic vagrant cons himself into the home life of an arrogant upper-class family, turning their lives into a psychological nightmare in the process.
Alice in Wonderland
Sat, 31 Jan 1981
Alice follows the white rabbit, falls down a deep hole and discovers a strange Wonderland at the bottom.
Uncle Jack
Sun, 17 Oct 2010
Get ready for a wild ride with UNCLE JACK in this nocturnal odyssey of a desperate fugitive. A mad clown, magic pills, a bedtime story and more add up for a fast-paced, riotous adventure. Cheer for a troubled character with a big heart in this short film shot in Denver, Colorado entirely and commissioned by Pentax Cameras.
The Burning Moon
Wed, 26 Feb 1992
A delinquent brother reads his kid sister two bedtime stories after injecting himself with heroin. These disturbingly morbid stories focus on a serial killing blind date and a murderous, psychotic priest.
Goodnight Moon & Other Sleepytime Tales
Mon, 06 Dec 1999
Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd's bestselling children's book headlines this winning 25-minute collection of sleepytime tales from HBO. Susan Sarandon narrates the simple story of a bunny readying for bed. Other top entertainers lend their voices to the tape: Tony Bennett sings the story of "Hit the Road to Dreamland"; Lauryn Hill brings rhythm to "Hush, Little Baby"; Billy Crystal lends many voices to Mercer Mayer's "There's a Nightmare in My Closet"; and singers Natalie Cole, Aaron Neville, and Patti LeBelle sing other tales. A dandy video for the youngster, punctuated with "interviews" of real kids answering a host of bedtime questions.
The Uninvited
Fri, 11 Apr 2025
Rose and Sammy enjoy an idyllic life with love, a Hollywood Hills home, and a curious son. During a party, Sammy assigns unusual significance to it, while Rose juggles preparations amid distractions. The unexpected arrival of Helen, who claims residence there, oscillates between confusion and lucidity. Strangely, Helen possesses intimate knowledge of the house and its guests. Her revelations spark drama, unearthing hidden truths and compelling Rose to confront her past, future, and the desire for change.
Little Miss Marker
Fri, 01 Jun 1934
Big Steve Halloway, gambler and proprietor of New York's Horseshoe Cabaret, is in desperate need of money. He arranges for his fellow bookies, especially Sorrowful Jones, to each pay him $1,000 for his racehorse, Dream Prince, to lose. With all bets being placed at the window, Sorrowful encounters a gambler, having lost $500, wanting to place his bet but unable to come up with $20. Instead, he places his little girl, Marthy Jane, as security, or in bookie's terms a "marker". "Marky", as she comes to be known, winds up under the care of Sorrowful Jones and his lady friend, singer Bangles Carson.
Monster in a House
Fri, 31 Oct 2014
A little girl investigates the presence of a monster that her parents unknowingly created.
The Adventures of Sheriff Kid McLain
Sat, 26 Oct 2013
A young boy journeys to the old west to help the local sheriff defend his town from a villainous gang of outlaws.
The Story of a Hare Boy
Fri, 20 Feb 1976
A psychedelic Soviet/Estonian animation short. A hare boy doesn't want to go to sleep in the evening. His mother tries to scare him with a fox, a wolf and a bear, but he is not afraid of any of them. Suddenly, a small mouse appears on the floor - and the hare boy goes quickly under the blanket.
Growing Up
Fri, 12 Dec 2025
A mother reflects on the freedom of youth and restrictions of adulthood as she reads a bedtime story.
