Once Upon a Time

In a land of fairy tales, the Evil Queen casts a curse that plunges all the storybook characters into the real world, erasing their memories. Emma Swan, a bail bonds collector, is drawn to the strange town of Storybrooke and begins to suspect that the residents are the cursed fairy tale characters she grew up reading about. She must unlock the mystery of Storybrooke and break the curse before the Evil Queen's magic consumes everything.

Once Upon a Time was generally well-received by critics and audiences alike, particularly in its early seasons. It was praised for its creative premise, blending classic fairy tales with a modern narrative, and for its strong performances, especially from its lead actresses. However, as the series progressed, some critics noted a decline in storytelling consistency and originality, though it maintained a dedicated fanbase.

• Praised for its imaginative premise and engaging blend of fantasy and drama.

• Commended for strong performances, particularly Ginnifer Goodwin and Lana Parrilla.

• Some criticism for narrative meandering in later seasons.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the show's unique take on fairy tales and its character development, though some found the plot became repetitive over time.

Nominated for multiple Emmy Awards and Teen Choice Awards.

The iconic spinning wheel featured in the series' opening credits is a real, antique spinning wheel that was acquired by the show's prop department.