Video Interview: BAFTA-Winning 'Wishbone' Writer Stephanie Simpson
Summary
"Wishbone" was a popular 1990s PBS show featuring a dog imagining classic stories that matched real-life situations. A new documentary called "What's the Story, Wishbone?" explores the show's impact, including interviews with people who worked on it, and will be available on public TV stations and digital platforms in June 2026.Key Facts
- "Wishbone" aired in the 1990s and combined kids' stories with adaptations of famous books.
- The main character was a Jack Russell Terrier named Wishbone.
- The show produced two seasons with 50 episodes and a finale movie.
- Soccer the dog, who played Wishbone, passed away 25 years ago.
- The documentary "What's the Story, Wishbone?" is directed by Joey Stewart.
- Stephanie Simpson was a writer for the original show and later won a BAFTA for work on "Arthur."
- The documentary features interviews with former cast and crew from "Wishbone."
- The film will air on public television before arriving on digital platforms on June 10, 2026.
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