The Dark Secrets Behind Your Favorite Fairy Tales

Ever wondered what your favorite childhood fairy tales were really about? The cheerful songs and magical endings often hide the disturbing truths behind these classic stories. From the dark origins of Hansel and Gretel to the tragic fate of The Little Mermaid, this video uncovers the forgotten, eerie messages hidden in these timeless tales. Discover how the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, and other storytellers originally wrote these stories—long before Disney gave them a happy twist. If you love history, folklore, and a touch of the macabre, this deep dive into fairy tales will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew!

What's In This Video:

00:00 Intro
00:47 Hansel And Gretel
02:28 Snow White
04:26 The Pied Piper Of Hamelin
05:33 Little Red Riding Hood
06:21 Rapunzel
07:33 Sleeping Beauty
08:56 The Little Mermaid
10:37 The Adventures Of Pinocchio
11:41 Cinderella
13:02 Peter Pan

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Credit: Will John-Michael Ferris