The Ribald Tales of Canterbury (1985) is a classic of the "Golden Age" of adult cinema, known for its high production values and ambitious attempt to adapt Geoffrey Chaucer’s 14th-century literary masterpiece into an erotic comedy . Directed by and written by star Hyapatia Lee

The Ribald Tales of Canterbury is a classic adult animated film that brings Geoffrey Chaucer's Canterbury Tales to life in a comedic and often bawdy way. The film was released in 1985 and has since become a cult classic.

Where to Find It

For decades, the film was out of print due to music rights (they used a unauthorized synth track mimicking Carl Stalling and Frank Zappa). In 2018, the boutique label Something Weird Video released a 2K restoration from the only surviving 35mm print. The Blu-ray (unrated) includes:

Restoration: The boutique label Vinegar Syndrome released a 2K restoration of the film from the original 35mm negative, preserving its "cinematic" look for modern collectors. Notable Cast and Tales

Since you asked for a piece of it, here is a simulated excerpt in the style of a bawdy, Chaucerian parody:

Unlike live-action pornography of the era, the film relied on cartoon absurdity to bypass obscenity laws. By being “just a cartoon,” it could depict acts that live actors couldn’t—or wouldn’t—perform. The animators used a limited cel technique, reusing backgrounds and character walks extensively, but compensated with manic energy and a punk-rock sense of humor.

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