What is The Spiderwick Chronicles about?

The Spiderwick Chronicles is a fantasy television series that adapts the acclaimed book series written by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black. The narrative centers on the Grace family, who relocate from New York to the desolate Spiderwick Estate in Michigan, uncovering a world far beyond the ordinary. Helen Grace, along with her 15-year-old twins Jared and Simon, and daughter Mallory, find themselves immersed in a realm filled with enigmatic creatures and ancient secrets. The series propels the family into a fantastical adventure when Jared discovers an old field guide chronicling the various magical entities living among them, a tome authored by his great grandfather. His encounter with a boggart and confirmation from his great-aunt Lucinda propel the family into the clandestine dealings of the magical world. The children's quest to protect this guide draws the ire of Mulgarath, a malevolent ogre with designs on harnessing the guide's knowledge for his nefarious purposes. The series brings these mystical elements to life with a cast that includes Lyon Daniels as Jared, Noah Cottrell as Simon, Joy Bryant as Helen, Mychala Lee as Mallory, and notable performances by Jack Dylan Grazer and Christian Slater as Thimbletack and Mulgarath, respectively. With its blend of the ordinary and the extraordinary, The Spiderwick Chronicles delivers a captivating tale of discovery, growth, and the fight against dark forces threatening the balance of the unseen world. Its narrative is anchored on family dynamics, the challenges of coming-of-age, and the universal theme of protecting the world's magic from those who would misuse it.

The first episode of The Spiderwick Chronicles aired on April 19, 2024 and the most recent episode to air was on April 19, 2024.