What’s the Story, Wishbone?

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What’s the Story, Wishbone?

2026

1h 28m

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Kids & Family

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On the 30th anniversary of Wishbone, this documentary pulls back the curtain on how a small dog with a big imagination brought classic literature to life for millions of kids. Featuring the writers, cast, and creators behind the show, the film explores the ambition, chaos, and lasting impact of one of the most unique children’s series ever made.

Andrew Parker

The Gate

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6/10

What comes through loudest and most prominently in What’s the Story Wishbone is just how much thought, effort, time, and care went into the crafting of a kids show

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Jonita Davis

The Black Cape (Medium)

May 28

"What’s the Story? Wishbone" will transport the grown-ups in the audience back to a place that they haven’t been to since childhood. The nostalgia factor is heavy in the film, as they have so much footage from that time.

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Joey Stewart

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On the 30th anniversary of Wishbone, this documentary pulls back the curtain on how a small dog with a big imagination brought classic literature to life for millions of kids. Featuring the writers, cast, and creators behind the show, the film explores the ambition, chaos, and lasting impact of one of the most unique children’s series ever made.

Director: Joey Stewart
Producer: Betty A. Buckley, Joey Stewart, Larry Brantley, Stephanie Simpson
Production Co: Novel Tails
Genre: Documentary, Kids & Family
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 10, 2026
Runtime: 1h 28m