The Legend of William Tell is a 16-part television fantasy/drama series produced in 1998 by Cloud 9 Productions in New Zealand. The basic premise of the series — a crossbow-wielding rebel defies a corrupt governor — and the name of the title character were adopted from the traditional story, but the series was set in a fantasy world and featured supernatural themes. Described by executive producer Raymond Thompson as "Star Wars on the planet Earth", this is a fantasy saga of bravery, magic, myth and romance. William Tell is the youthful leader of a band of young, ‘brat pack' outlaws, forever hunted by the forces of darkness, led by Xax and Kreel, who have usurped power in their homeland. The series of self-contained stories follows Will's quest to restore young Princess Vara to her rightful place on the royal throne and defeat Xax and Kreel's forces — and by doing so, bring back peace and order to the Kingdom of Kale. There is action and adventure along the way, magic, creatures, mystery, intrigue — but also much human drama and interplay among Will's rebel band who must support each other in their quest. The group encounter a diverse range of people and situations on their journey — some help the resistance movement, others are cohorts of Xax and Kreel.
Seasons and episodes
1 season · 16 episodes
- 1S1 E1
Shaytana's Eye
Aug 30, 199860 min
With Shaytana's Eye and the Xaxian Warriors, Kreel and Xax invade the Citadel, overthrow the kingdom and take Princess Vara prisoner. Now the only hope for the kingdom is the Crystal Arrow, Talisman of Kale: it's strength alone can defeat S
- 2S1 E2
The Fifth Column
Sep 6, 199860 min
In the new reign of terror Xaxian Warriors have been pillaging the countryside, dispersing and destroying any tribes or villages which remain loyal to the old order. One of the survivors is Drogo - a boy close to Vara's age, descended from
- 3S1 E3
Escape Into Fear
Sep 13, 199860 min
The Lords Xax and Kreel have put a price on the head of William Tell - and are distributing Wanted posters around all the villages. As two slaves, Freya and Pieter, are about to be set free by their master Hugo, a Xaxian Captain appears an
- 4S1 E4
Darkness and Light
Sep 20, 199860 min
A bold plan of William Tell's is to infiltrate the Citadel through his friend, the brilliant horseman Alexim - but this goes dangerously awry when Leon is caught talking to Alexim in the marketplace, and arrested. Rather than execute Leon
- 5S1 E5
Hidden Valley
Sep 27, 199860 min
Will has become obsessed with bitter memories of his parents, dead at Xax's hands. Despite Kalem's warning that he must concentrate on his Quest, Will cannot leave aside fruitless thoughts of revenge. Kreel has a new plan for subjugating K
- 6S1 E6
The Challenge
Oct 4, 199860 min
Life-sized statues of Xax, Lord Protector, have been placed in every village and on every road, to which the Kaleans must pay homage, under pain of imprisonment. The statues are actually a form of surveillance: the eyes are crystals, relayi
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Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch The Legend of William Tell?
- The Legend of William Tell is streaming on Plex, Hoopla, Tubi TV, Pluto TV, The Roku Channel, Amazon Prime Video, Fandango at Home Free. It can also be rented or bought on Amazon Video, Fandango At Home. Availability is refreshed weekly.
- How many seasons of The Legend of William Tell are there?
- The Legend of William Tell has 1 season and 16 episodes. Status: Ended.
- Will there be a new season of The Legend of William Tell?
- The Legend of William Tell has ended; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on December 20, 1998.
- Who stars in The Legend of William Tell?
- The Legend of William Tell stars Kieren Hutchison, Beth Allen, Drew Neemia, Nathaniel Lees, Sharon Tyrell.
