Augsburger Puppenkiste - Von dem Fischer und seiner Frau

Before the mother goat goes into the forest, she warns her seven little goats not to open the door to anyone and, above all, to beware of the big bad wolf. However, the wolf manages to gain entry with a trick.

Three princesses wear out their shoes every night, though no one knows where they go or what they do. The king, desperate for answers, offers one daughter’s hand in marriage to whoever can uncover the mystery, while those who fail must become shoemaker apprentices. After several princes fail, Kasperl, using a magical cap, finally unveils the secret.

Liese, the miller's daughter, is in big trouble: she has to spin straw into gold. The reward is marriage to the king, but the task seems impossible. A little man comes to her rescue, but he demands payment for his efforts...

Saint Nicholas and Knecht Ruprecht wander through the town with their donkey and hand out sweets to the good children, but unfortunately the treats only last until the penultimate house.