johnstonjames i always find television movies interesting for the fact that they usually have to make do on far less than most major theatrical releases. often as good as they sometimes can be, their limitations can be apparent. as good as 'Roots:The Next Generation' was, that was obviously not the African continent that was depicted in the final scenes with Alex Haley. and anyone that has watched the sci-fi channel is familiar with the use of outdoor, forest locations, as settings for alien planets. i was really surprised at how good this Jim Henson production looked in comparison to most television epics. it truly looked of theatrical quality and rivaled, if not better, than most movies made for the theater.i was equally surprised at the quality of it's story and how engrossing it was. i hardly moved the whole three hours. it also wasn't the usual revisionist tripe that is so popular these days with these stories. not only did the film contain a traditional telling of the story within it, it also embellished the legend quite effectively. it actually gave the old fairy tale some dimension and turned it into something compelling and even touching.i also thought it had a interesting statement about wealth and how it isn't always honestly obtained.i always expect the very best from anything Jim Henson's production company and name are associated with. i wasn't disappointed. this was of the top notch caliber of his 'Storyteller' series. i was hoping it was going to be good, but i was pleased to find it to be a minor family classic of sorts.

rpons9 starlet86 from edison NJ hit it on the nose...some not so consistent story telling...good movie but if you have the DVD - and watch over again - you will see the incosistencies...i'm not much for sappy endings...but even that was inconsistent...if they went back to giant land - she said they had 7 days which equaled 7 years in earth time - then he said there could be several new robinson's when they get back to earth - how could that be? they still spent only 7 days on giant land? don't understand that...i also saw parallels to the movie Hook - which was much better told than this one...peter grows up and all...but in all - i am still a sucker for these types of twists on fairy tales...7 is good enough...

gsteve I thought that Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story was a fantastic film. In terms of editing and cinematography, Hallmark is fast becoming well - known as producers of quality films that revitalize the old classics. Now, in terms of content, "Jack" was a film that I would take my 10-year-old to see in a theater. Because despite one bed scene when Jack (the forbearer of modern Jack) abandons his beanstalk beauty, I think the film really does well at showing what could have happened after Jack cut down the beanstalk.I liked how he built an empire with the goose's eggs. Very intriguing. Of course, nothing I have typed here is a spoiler. In terms of drama and conflict, the film does exceptionally well. Not only does Jack have to answer for the sins of the father, but he must survive in the aftermath of his short stay in the city in the clouds. But I really like what the story teaches about morals and telling the truth; about compassion and doing what is right, for the sake of living a life of integrity and courage.I would say two thumbs up, but that might violate someone else's copyright. So, I'll say Well done, Hallmark. When can I submit my application to be one of your film writers?

mijann1972 Jack and the Beanstalk is a movie which you can put in the same category as the 10th Kingdom. Jack and the Beanstalk is a fairy tale, so normally you might think that this is only for children but the makers of this movie or actually TV-series prove that you can even interest adults with a fairy tale. The special effects are very funny and the story does not bore you for any moment and keeps your attention for the full 3 hours it takes. Jack and the Beanstalk is according to my opinion a masterpiece because it is great to make a movie which interests people from you until old and you can find all aspects in the movie like magic, adventure, humor and of course, how we could forget it Romantic. The qualification from me is 9 out 10 and that means.....well done mates !!!!!!!