[ { "n": 1, "title": "Woman Haters", "year": 1934, "date": "1934 May 05", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woman_Haters", "video": "twBwZz1GXKM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Woman Haters - Ep. 1", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/twBwZz1GXKM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB88M3itaYBw_GwczFbyrSS2tLcYQ", "plot": "The Stooges, employed as traveling salesmen, join the Woman Haters Club, dedicated to eschewing romantic entanglements with women. Their resolve is swiftly tested when Jim (Larry) succumbs to the charms of Mary and proposes marriage. His comrades, Tom (Moe) and Jack (Curly), talk him out of it, citing their oath to the club. Things escalate when Jim meets Mary's formidable father, who intimidates Jim by recounting tales of the violent punishment he and his brothers have administered to men who attempted to break engagements to Mary's sisters. Reluctantly, Jim acquiesces to the marriage. The newlyweds begin their honeymoon with a train journey. Aboard the train, Jim rejoins Tom and Jack but conceals Mary from them and keeps his marriage a secret. Mary, upset at Jim's sudden indifference, uses her feminine allure to woo first Tom and then Jack in an attempt to make Jim jealous, thereby undermining the Stooges' fidelity to their oath. Finally, in exasperation, Mary tells Tom and Jack that Jim and she are married, and pushes her way into bed with the trio, knocking Tom and Jack out of the train window in the process. In a denouement suggesting the passage of time, the aging Stooges reunite at the nearly deserted Woman Haters clubhouse when Jim enters and declares he wants to rejoin the club.", "summary": "The Stooges, employed as traveling salesmen, join the Woman Haters Club, dedicated to eschewing romantic entanglements with women.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026000/", "releaseDate": "1934-05-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woman_Haters", "runtimeOriginal": "19 : 18", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woman_Haters", "runtimeSeconds": 1158, "runtime": "19:18" }, { "n": 2, "title": "Punch Drunks", "year": 1934, "date": "1934 July 13", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punch_Drunks", "video": "e4Y49MTeaUg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Punch Drunks - Ep. 2", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e4Y49MTeaUg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBnfdkGyzVLrdGec2_PYpY1ip-KLw", "plot": "Moe, a struggling boxing manager, has a lunchtime confrontation with three of his fighters, who are angry that he has not paid them and threaten to abandon him. The disgruntled fighters begin physically bullying their timid waiter, Curly. A serendipitous turn of events unfolds when strolling violinist Larry plays the melody of \" Pop Goes the Weasel \". The tune triggers a violent outburst from Curly, who becomes hyperanimated and effortlessly knocks out all three fighters. When Curly recovers his composure, he explains to Moe that \"every time I hear that 'weasel' tune, something pops inside of me.\" Moe recruits Curly as a boxer and hires Larry to play the tune ringside so Curly can easily defeat his opponents and win them prize money. As Curly undergoes rigorous training under Moe's guidance, a chance encounter with a stranded female motorist interrupts their routine. Despite Moe's admonition against entanglements with women, Curly aids the young lady by lifting her car from a ditch, propelled by the musical accompaniment provided by Larry. Adopting the moniker \"K.O. Stradivarius,\" Curly ascends to prominence in the boxing arena, positioning himself as the leading contender for the heavyweight championship. However, on the eve of the title match, Moe discovers Curly in the company of the lady, prompting a stern reprimand and a directive to focus solely on the impending bout. The championship showdown ensues, with reigning titleholder Killer Kilduff asserting his dominance by swiftly knocking Curly out of the ring, so that he falls on Larry's violin and breaks it. Desperate to revive Curly's fighting spirit, Larry runs from the arena onto the street on a frantic quest to procure an alternative means of playing the tune. While Kilduff mercilessly pummels Curly, Larry finds a radio broadcasting the tune and hurries back to the arena with it. Though the music revitalizes Curly, his momentum is lost when the radio abruptly shifts its broadcast, interrupting the crucial musical accompaniment and tilting the scales in Kilduff's favor once more. An infuriated Moe smashes the radio over Larry's head and sends him out to find another means to provide the desired melody. Ultimately, Larry commandeers a politician's campaign truck that is playing the tune, drives back to the arena, and crashes in through the wall just as Curly has been knocked down and is about to be counted out. Curly is energized once again and easily knocks Kilduff out to win the championship, then accidentally knocks out Moe and Larry as the music keeps playing.", "summary": "Moe, a struggling boxing manager, has a lunchtime confrontation with three of his fighters, who are angry that he has not paid them and threaten to abandon him.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0025688/", "releaseDate": "1934-07-13", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punch_Drunks", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 29", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punch_Drunks", "runtimeSeconds": 1049, "runtime": "17:29" }, { "n": 3, "title": "Men in Black", "year": 1934, "date": "1934 September 28", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Men_in_Black_(1934_film)", "video": "gOHfL0QJUpc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Men in Black - Ep. 3", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gOHfL0QJUpc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCfrQ7BGZyPFrDAWR-YgLVX-4Jycw", "plot": "The Stooges portray medical school graduates whose only credentials are that they had the highest temperatures in their class. They are hired as doctors at the Los Arms Hospital solely because they have been in their senior class for too many years. Despite their superintendent's acknowledgment of their limited intellect, they are tasked with upholding the principles of \"duty and humanity\". The film follows a series of interactions as the Stooges attend to patients, each scenario highlighting their ineptitude and penchant for mishaps. Accompanying their duties are recurring incidents, including Curly inadvertently breaking the superintendent's glass door. When responding to the loudspeaker, the Stooges encounter various predicaments: The film concludes with the Stooges triumphantly asserting their commitment to \"duty and humanity\".", "summary": "The Stooges portray medical school graduates whose only credentials are that they had the highest temperatures in their class.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0025488/", "releaseDate": "1934-09-28", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Men_in_Black_(1934_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 02 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Men_in_Black_(1934_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1082, "runtime": "18:02" }, { "n": 4, "title": "Three Little Pigskins", "year": 1934, "date": "1934 December 08", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Pigskins", "video": "gRErCmcslXo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Little Pigskins - Ep. 4", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gRErCmcslXo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC96yVYNrxUsOfvsc8Yi_pI9Gt8Gg", "plot": "The Stooges are hired by a college to promote the college football team by masquerading as football players. Meanwhile, the owner of a professional football team, Joe Stacks, is in need of three new players for the next game. Joe's girlfriend meets the Stooges and confuses them for the famed \"The Three Horsemen\" (a parody of the \" Four Horsemen \" of Notre Dame fame). The Stooges go back to her house and meet the girl's two friends. After a chaotic sequence in which everybody is doused using seltzer bottles , they decide to play the game Blind man's buff . As the blindfolded Stooges pursue the girls, Joe and his two henchmen walk in. They physically assault the Stooges until one of the women explains that the three strangers are \"The Three Famous Horsemen\". Joe offers them money to play for him. Pressed into service for Joe's team, the Stooges' ineptitude on the football field results in a calamitous debut. Convinced that the Stooges's poor play is deliberate sabotage, Joe and his associates resort to violent retribution, wielding firearms in pursuit of the hapless trio.", "summary": "The Stooges are hired by a college to promote the college football team by masquerading as football players.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0025889/", "releaseDate": "1934-12-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Pigskins", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 25", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Pigskins", "runtimeSeconds": 1105, "runtime": "18:25" }, { "n": 5, "title": "Horses' Collars", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 January 10", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horses'_Collars", "video": "yu5IQMVvb9E", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Horses' Collars - Ep. 5", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yu5IQMVvb9E/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBldy6uhcVhphTtKrvNgIQHyct7Mw", "plot": "The Stooges, acting under the auspices of Detective Hyden Zeke, embark on a mission to the Western frontier with the objective of assisting Nell Higginbottom in reclaiming an IOU wrongfully obtained from her father. The document is in the possession of Double Deal Decker, a notorious outlaw, and represents a key instrument in his bid to unlawfully appropriate Nell's rightful inheritance, a prized ranch. Undaunted by the looming hazards, the Stooges meet with Nell in a tavern operated by Decker, and obtain Decker's wallet through a strategic maneuver on the dance floor. After the Stooges are caught holding the wallet, Decker and his accomplices endeavor to administer summary justice by hanging the trio. The Stooges press forward, penetrating into Decker's clandestine stronghold. Here, they successfully break open a safe wherein lies the coveted IOU. Amidst the ensuing confrontation with Decker and his confederates, the Stooges demonstrate their mettle, with Curly's idiosyncratic fear of mice paradoxically aiding their cause.", "summary": "The Stooges, acting under the auspices of Detective Hyden Zeke, embark on a mission to the Western frontier with the objective of assisting Nell Higginbottom in reclaiming an IOU wrongfully obtained from her father.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026494/", "releaseDate": "1935-01-10", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horses'_Collars", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 01", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horses'_Collars", "runtimeSeconds": 1081, "runtime": "18:01" }, { "n": 6, "title": "Restless Knights", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 February 20", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_Knights", "video": "Oi9GTQge44g", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Restless Knights - Ep. 6", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Oi9GTQge44g/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBiLoE7zK6ba32XqOxFAekI1AxpxQ", "plot": "Set in the Middle Ages , the patriarch of the Stooges imparts to them, on his deathbed, their noble lineage. Ascending to titles of nobility – Duke of Durham (Larry), Count of Fife (Moe), and Baron of Gray Matter (Curly) – they pledge to safeguard Queen Anne of their ancestral realm, Anesthesia. Rumors circulate of an impending coup orchestrated by Prince Boris, the current prime minister, prompting the Stooges to fulfill their father's charge. As royal guards under their misremembered pseudonyms – Duke of Mixture, Fife of Drum, and Baron of Brains – the Stooges find themselves embroiled in intrigue when Queen Anne vanishes during a wrestling match. Disheartened by the contest's outcome, Moe and Curly impulsively substitute for the combatants, with Larry officiating. Following a tumultuous bout, the queen's disappearance casts suspicion on the Stooges, leading to their arrest and sentencing to execution by crossbows. Fortuitously, the executioners' distraction by a woman undressing affords the Stooges an opportunity to evade their fate. A chance encounter with a dropped jug reveals a crucial clue – the queen's whereabouts concealed in the wine cellar . Employing a plan to physically overcome their adversaries, the Stooges encounter setbacks and comedic mishaps, accidentally incapacitating each other and, regrettably, the queen.", "summary": "Set in the Middle Ages , the patriarch of the Stooges imparts to them, on his deathbed, their noble lineage.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026925/", "releaseDate": "1935-02-20", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_Knights", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 11", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Restless_Knights", "runtimeSeconds": 971, "runtime": "16:11" }, { "n": 7, "title": "Pop Goes the Easel", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 March 29", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pop_Goes_the_Easel", "video": "CxP0Tq46M8c", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pop Goes the Easel - Ep. 7", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CxP0Tq46M8c/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDz56LeXdlFKpknmaZcxLjCExO1hA", "plot": "Amidst the economic turmoil of the Great Depression , the Stooges, facing dire unemployment, embark on a desperate quest for livelihood. Their initial plan is to undertake menial labor by borrowing a merchant's brooms to sweep his sidewalk, but this unexpectedly angers the merchant who thinks they are stealing the brooms. He calls for police and the trio find themselves pursued by a law enforcement officer. In a bid to evade capture, the Stooges seek refuge within the confines of an art school. Donning smocks, berets, and false whiskers in order to disguise themselves as art students, they partake in impromptu art lessons while evading detection by the persistent police officer. The trio's mishaps include Larry falling out of a window and Moe's destruction of a fellow student's painting. Larry's attempt to create a painting by hurling handfuls of clay at a canvas initiates a clay fight among the Stooges that quickly escalates to a riotous melee in which student artists, models, and bystanders alike are pelted with clay. The film concludes with the trio enduring a resounding defeat at the hands of vengeful artists.", "summary": "Amidst the economic turmoil of the Great Depression , the Stooges, facing dire unemployment, embark on a desperate quest for livelihood.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026878/", "releaseDate": "1935-03-29", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pop_Goes_the_Easel", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 05", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pop_Goes_the_Easel", "runtimeSeconds": 1085, "runtime": "18:05" }, { "n": 8, "title": "Uncivil Warriors", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 April 26", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncivil_Warriors", "video": "8Kz5HmnJKlk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Uncivil Warriors - Ep. 8", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8Kz5HmnJKlk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLA7_CpF4ZEcbFxydAPesW7oNUFTfA", "plot": "Set during the American Civil War , the short begins with a Northern General assigning Larry, Moe, and Curly — designated as Operators 12, 14, and 15, respectively — to undertake a clandestine mission behind enemy lines. Tasked with securing vital intelligence, the trio assumes the guise of Southern officers, adopting the aliases Lieutenant Duck, Captain Dodge, and Major Hyde, respectively. Their infiltration of the mansion belonging to Confederate officer Colonel Butts marks the commencement of a series of misadventures. During preparations for a dinner party, Curly assists the Colonel's daughter, Judith, in preparing a cake, but inadvertently incorporates a quilted potholder between the cake's layers. When they are served the dessert, the Stooges struggle to conceal the strenuous effort required to chew and swallow the indigestible cake, and afterwards expel copious feathers in spasms of coughing. The short concludes with an episode in which Major \"Bloodhound\" Filbert visits the Butts mansion to investigate a rumor that Northern spies are present. Filbert's inquiries prompt Larry and Curly to disguise themselves as Captain Dodge's father and wife. When Filbert asks the spurious Mrs. Dodge what has happened to her baby, Moe rushes off find a baby to satisfy the skeptical Major. He returns carrying a swaddled infant whose unexpected racial identity unveils the Stooges' subterfuge. Their ruse exposed, the trio's desperate bid for escape culminates in their refuge within a hollow \"log\" – which turns out to be a camouflaged cannon. The Stooges become airborne when the cannon is fired by the Confederates. As the Union General wonders aloud where the three spies are, the trio promptly fall from the sky and onto the General.", "summary": "Set during the American Civil War , the short begins with a Northern General assigning Larry, Moe, and Curly — designated as Operators 12, 14, and 15, respectively — to undertake a clandestine mission behind enemy lines.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027152/", "releaseDate": "1935-04-26", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncivil_Warriors", "runtimeOriginal": "19 : 33", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncivil_Warriors", "runtimeSeconds": 1173, "runtime": "19:33" }, { "n": 9, "title": "Pardon My Scotch", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 August 01", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Scotch", "video": "Q9ABaIJ0mN8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pardon My Scotch - Ep. 9", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Q9ABaIJ0mN8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDZnNGszAfG7-nAOWKVur8blUuqVA", "plot": "The Stooges are inept professional carpenters who assume temporary stewardship of a drugstore when its proprietor departs to negotiate a large purchase of alcohol consequent to the end of Prohibition . In his absence, the trio attend to a customer who requests an alcoholic \"pick-me-up\". The Stooges try to concoct a suitable libation using an eclectic array of medicines and chemicals, blended in a Wellington boot . The resulting concoction, formidable in its potency, dissolves a wicker chair used as an improvised sieve . Despite its unconventional composition, the libation garners favor with the customer, who misconstrues it as Scotch . He reveals that he a liquor salesman and declares that the trio's concoction, if produced in quantity, could make the four of them rich. He entreats the Stooges to masquerade as Scotsmen and attend a soirée at his employer's residence. Following a sequence featuring a spirited, raucous Highland Fling dance and a tumultuous dinner, the centerpiece of the event unfolds with the presentation of the barrel containing the formidable \"scotch\" brew. The Stooges' clumsy attempt to tap the barrel precipitates a catastrophic explosion, engulfing the assembled guests in a deluge of foam.", "summary": "The Stooges are inept professional carpenters who assume temporary stewardship of a drugstore when its proprietor departs to negotiate a large purchase of alcohol consequent to the end of Prohibition .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026848/", "releaseDate": "1935-08-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Scotch", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 39", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Scotch", "runtimeSeconds": 1119, "runtime": "18:39" }, { "n": 10, "title": "Hoi Polloi", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 August 29", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoi_Polloi_(1935_film)", "video": "tSnJXjmW4sM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hoi Polloi - Ep. 10", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tSnJXjmW4sM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAzoH2qWoO116rCybBhAUwuvvatPg", "plot": "In a cinematic adaptation of George Bernard Shaw 's 1913 play Pygmalion , Professor Richmond champions the belief that social behavior is predominantly shaped by environmental factors rather than inherent traits. His colleague, Professor Nichols, insists that social behavior is determined by heredity. Proposing a high-stakes wager, Richmond says it would take him no more than three months to transform an individual from the lowest stratum of society into a gentleman through training and exposure to refined surroundings. Nichols accepts the wager on condition that Richmond refine three individuals, thereby testing the limits of Richmond's theory. Soon afterward, the professors encounter the Stooges, employed as garbage men, and recruit them as test subjects. Despite earnest efforts to instill proper etiquette and refinement, the Stooges continually falter in their assimilation to high society. At a lavish society party hosted by Richmond, the Stooges' comportment is marked by a series of comical mishaps and social blunders. These include sartorial hijinks and a cascade of faux pas involving grooming, culinary decorum, and theft of silverware. Ultimately, their inelegant dancing – marked by much falling – culminates in an exchange of slaps between Curly and his partner, an altercation between Curly and Professor Nichols, and a prolonged beating administered to Curly by Moe. Acknowledging defeat, Professor Richmond concedes the wager and presents a check to Professor Nichols. However, the attempt to smooth over the disruption with an apology to Mrs. Richmond backfires, leading to a slapstick exchange of physical retribution among the guests, who have acquired the coarse manners of the Stooges. Disillusioned by the absurdity of high society, the Stooges opt to depart, only to be subjected to one final comedic blow from Richmond, Nichols, and the butler.", "summary": "In a cinematic adaptation of George Bernard Shaw 's 1913 play Pygmalion , Professor Richmond champions the belief that social behavior is predominantly shaped by environmental factors rather than inherent traits.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0026479/", "releaseDate": "1935-08-29", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoi_Polloi_(1935_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 52", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoi_Polloi_(1935_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1072, "runtime": "17:52" }, { "n": 11, "title": "Three Little Beers", "year": 1935, "date": "1935 November 28", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Beers", "video": "KNVTxHARfZ8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Little Beers - Ep. 11", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KNVTxHARfZ8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLD9g_-nwA3SvhbO5IOlPtW5wXuDZw", "plot": "The Stooges are employed at Panther Pilsner Beer company, where they encounter a series of mishaps while loading barrels onto their delivery truck. Upon learning about a cash prize golf tournament sponsored by their company, they hastily head to the Rancho Golf Club to hone their golfing skills. Using makeshift press badges, they infiltrate the event, where their style of play causes chaos and destruction on the golf course. Curly's attempt to retrieve a stuck golf ball results in him chopping down a tree, Moe leaves the ground pockmarked with divots as he keeps missing his hits with the golf ball, and Larry's effort to remove a root disrupts the putting green. Their behavior enrages the Italian groundskeepers, who alert the golf course management and prompt a police pursuit. While escaping in their beer truck, the Stooges lose control, sending barrels tumbling down a hill in pursuit. Their frantic flight concludes with them accidentally plunging into wet cement on a nearby sidewalk. ", "summary": "The Stooges are employed at Panther Pilsner Beer company, where they encounter a series of mishaps while loading barrels onto their delivery truck.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027097/", "releaseDate": "1935-11-28", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Beers", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 32", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Beers", "runtimeSeconds": 992, "runtime": "16:32" }, { "n": 12, "title": "Ants in the Pantry", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 February 06", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ants_in_the_Pantry", "video": "ZzjaU4KvppI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Ants in the Pantry - Ep. 12", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZzjaU4KvppI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLANNgjhGzes3qVKp78QwdD7zxXdUw", "plot": "The Stooges are employed as pest exterminators. Driven by a lack of clientele, they implement a scheme wherein they both introduce the infestation and subsequently address it. They target and surreptitiously enter an affluent mansion hosting a high society dinner party, whereupon they orchestrate a calculated release of various vermin, including mice, moths, and ants. Their machinations result in their hiring to rectify the very chaos they have created, all while discreetly masquerading as guests so as not to disrupt the soirée. Things go according to plan until Larry and Curly's concealment of mice-seeking cats within an upright piano initiates a series of events that unravel the facade of order. During a recital of Johann Strauss II 's \" Blue Danube Waltz \", the intrusion of a mouse into the piano incites a cacophony of feline agitation. The Stooges' vigorous efforts to remove the cats from the piano destroy the instrument in its entirety. However, in a surprising turn of events, the guests interpret the Stooges' antics as entertainment and congratulate the hostess for presenting it, thereby sparing her an embarrassment. Invited to partake in a fox hunt as further amusement, the Stooges experience a final misadventure when Curly lures a skunk he has mistaken for a fox into a sack and then brandishes it in front of Moe, Larry, and a horse, all of whom succumb to the skunk's malodorous emissions.", "summary": "The Stooges are employed as pest exterminators.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027301/", "releaseDate": "1936-02-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ants_in_the_Pantry", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 39", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ants_in_the_Pantry", "runtimeSeconds": 1059, "runtime": "17:39" }, { "n": 13, "title": "Movie Maniacs", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 February 20", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Movie_Maniacs", "video": "hQ-js51-0RI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Movie Maniacs - Ep. 13", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hQ-js51-0RI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAejqyXErNdprUQpQJBy8WXPaTq-g", "plot": "The Stooges are stowaways aboard a boxcar bound for Hollywood, envisioning themselves as future movie stars although they lack any qualifications. They trespass into a movie studio, where the studio boss, who is awaiting the arrival of three New York executives poised to assume control, mistakes the Stooges for the executives and grants them complete authority over film production. The trio's tenure begins on a tumultuous note when they arrive noisily onto a set where a romantic drama is being filmed, destroying the scene and angering the director. Tensions mount as Moe repeatedly interrupts the filming to complain that there is too little action, while Larry and Curly, in a quest for more dynamic performances, annoy the actors by manipulating them like puppets. This prompts the departure of key personnel, leaving the trio to assume acting roles themselves. Their charade unravels when the studio receives a telegram from the genuine executives, explaining that their arrival has been delayed. Realizing that the Stooges are imposters, the studio boss and the film's crew angrily pursue them. The trio inadvertently take refuge in a lion's den, from which they attempt a hasty escape into a nearby car, but a lion follows them into the vehicle before they drive chaotically away.", "summary": "The Stooges are stowaways aboard a boxcar bound for Hollywood, envisioning themselves as future movie stars although they lack any qualifications.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027993/", "releaseDate": "1936-02-20", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Movie_Maniacs", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 13", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Movie_Maniacs", "runtimeSeconds": 1033, "runtime": "17:13" }, { "n": 14, "title": "Half Shot Shooters", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 April 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Half_Shot_Shooters", "video": "JFEV-dm8AKk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Half Shot Shooters - Ep. 14", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JFEV-dm8AKk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC9jmQkbqbbyHC8Li0fZhu9YvNfPw", "plot": "Employing a bifurcated temporal structure, the film opens with the Stooges asleep in a foxhole on the final day of World War I in 1918. Upon receiving news of the armistice , their superior, Sgt. MacGillicuddy, discovers the trio asleep and gives the shirkers a severe beating. As a result, when the trio reports to headquarters for their discharge papers they receive medals ostensibly for \"wounds in action\". Afterwards, the Stooges encounter Sgt. MacGillicuddy on the street and, now liberated from military discipline, physically assault him with gusto. The plot then transitions to the year 1935, where the Stooges find themselves destitute and hungry on the streets. In search of a job, they accidentally enlist in the army and are alarmed to find themselves under the purview of none other than Sgt. MacGillicuddy. Their arrival at an army base coincides with a mishap involving tomatoes that culminates in MacGillicuddy's reassignment to menial duties. Subsequently assigned to coastal artillery duty, the Stooges demonstrate their ineptitude, wreaking havoc by targeting unintended objects, including a smokestack, a house, a bridge, and the flagship of a navy admiral. Confronted by MacGillicuddy and a contingent of officers, the Stooges find themselves blamed for the mishap, prompting a comically futile attempt to assign blame amongst themselves. Feigning approval of the Stooges' performance, MacGillicuddy directs them to stand together as if posing for a photograph. He then fires a deck gun, leaving behind three pairs of smoking boots.", "summary": "Employing a bifurcated temporal structure, the film opens with the Stooges asleep in a foxhole on the final day of World War I in 1918.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027714/", "releaseDate": "1936-04-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Half_Shot_Shooters", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 28", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Half_Shot_Shooters", "runtimeSeconds": 1108, "runtime": "18:28" }, { "n": 15, "title": "Disorder in the Court", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 May 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disorder_in_the_Court", "video": "-0v-0ju3TZs", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Disorder in the Court - Ep. 15", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-0v-0ju3TZs/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDOxQgtm7rviuU11IFm7Satq1Rx-g", "plot": "The Stooges, musicians by profession, are key witnesses at a murder trial where, Gail Tempest, a showgirl from their nightclub, stands accused of murdering Kirk Robin. Despite being pivotal witnesses, the Stooges are initially absent, preoccupied with leisurely activities, namely playing Jacks. Eventually, Curly takes the stand and recounts the events, ultimately offering a musical interlude with Larry on violin, Moe on harmonica, and Curly on both spoons and upright bass to illustrate the night of the crime.\n\nHowever, the courtroom is thrown into chaos when Larry mistakenly identifies the court clerk's toupee as a tarantula, prompting Moe to discharge the guard's firearm. After the confusion, Moe and Curly enact the purported murder. Further antics lead to the discovery of a parrot carrying a confession from the true culprit, Buck Wing.\n\nWith Tempest's innocence established, the proceedings conclude amidst a comedic mishap involving a ruptured fire hose.", "summary": "The Stooges, musicians by profession, are key witnesses at a murder trial where, Gail Tempest, a showgirl from their nightclub, stands accused of murdering Kirk Robin.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027529/", "releaseDate": "1936-05-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three_Stooges_filmography", "runtime": "16:37", "runtimeSeconds": 997, "runtimeOriginal": "16 minutes 37 seconds", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disorder_in_the_Court" }, { "n": 16, "title": "A Pain in the Pullman", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 June 27", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Pain_in_the_Pullman", "video": "KTjTsmizqYQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Pain in the Pullman - Ep. 16", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KTjTsmizqYQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAVR2HuP0rgJc6EJUggMJ5-pWvvBw", "plot": "The Stooges are struggling actors rehearsing their act in a rooming house. The establishment's other tenants include the vain actor Paul Payne, who becomes enraged when the Stooges' pet monkey, Joe, steals his toupee. In response to a telephone call from a booking agent, the Stooges rush to board an overnight train to meet a theatrical commitment. With them is Joe, who is part of their act. Also boarding the train are a stage manager/boss named Mr. Johnson and Paul Payne, who as a star actor issues a demand that Joe be stowed in the baggage car. The Stooges' attempt to comply is thwarted when the baggage car door closes prematurely, so they surreptitiously bring Joe into the passenger compartment, setting the stage for chaos. The Stooges cause disruptions among their fellow passengers, first by entering Paul Payne's private drawing room in his absence and eating a fancy meal he had ordered; then by disturbing sleeping passengers with their many loud and unsuccessful attempts to climb into their berth. After Joe escapes from the trio and roams freely, the trio struggles to conceal him from Mr. Johnson, who is repeatedly awakened and greatly exasperated by the escalating commotion. The tumult reaches a climax when Joe, seized by fear, activates the train's emergency brake, abruptly halting its progress. Facing the ire of both passengers and the conductor, the Stooges are summarily ejected from the train.", "summary": "The Stooges are struggling actors rehearsing their act in a rooming house.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028076/", "releaseDate": "1936-06-27", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Pain_in_the_Pullman", "runtimeOriginal": "19 : 46", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Pain_in_the_Pullman", "runtimeSeconds": 1186, "runtime": "19:46" }, { "n": 17, "title": "False Alarms", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 August 16", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/False_Alarms_(film)", "video": "btKrq27FwO8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - False Alarms - Ep. 17", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/btKrq27FwO8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLA3K6RJ6GIaYWMYmyocf74ax5NkHA", "plot": "The Stooges are firefighters whose penchant for off-duty pursuits with women causes them to oversleep and miss alarms. Vexed by their repeated negligence, their superior, Captain Ashe, threatens them with dismissal if they fail in their duties one more time, and orders them to clean the fire hoses. The trio's ineptitude in this task quickly leads to mishaps—first, the captain is doused with a bucket of water, then Curly carelessly allows the hoses to be run over and severed three times by streetcars. Curly surreptitiously leaves work for a rendezvous with his girlfriend, Maisie, who has two friends who also desire dates. When Curly telephones Moe and Larry to invite them to the outing, Moe—under the watchful eye of the captain—tells him they cannot leave while on duty. Curly resorts to triggering a false fire alarm to summon his friends, causing chaos within the fire station. Upon discovering Curly's ploy, Moe and Larry join the group, and a reckless escapade ensues as they race through town in Captain Ashe's newly acquired coupé. Their reckless driving culminates in a collision that traps them and their companions in the vehicle. After they escape, the damaged coupé becomes a source of further trouble as it races away, driverless. The car finally drives onto a ramp and into the back of a Bekins truck, which the Stooges then drive away in, pursued by Captain Ashe and the fire crew.", "summary": "The Stooges are firefighters whose penchant for off-duty pursuits with women causes them to oversleep and miss alarms.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0027601/", "releaseDate": "1936-08-16", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/False_Alarms_(film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 48", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/False_Alarms_(film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1008, "runtime": "16:48" }, { "n": 18, "title": "Whoops, I'm an Indian!", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 September 11", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whoops,_I'm_an_Indian!", "video": "VE92H0aVSbQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Whoops, I'm an Indian! - Ep. 18", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VE92H0aVSbQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAMJaNOtywZ85XruJrz1YEigfe0CQ", "plot": "The Stooges, depicted as unscrupulous gamblers residing in the antiquated Western locale of Lobo City, engage in deceitful practices during a game of roulette , unfairly swindling the townsfolk. Their ruse is uncovered, particularly by Pierre, a menacing woodcutter renowned for his formidable stature. Larry's concealment of a horseshoe magnet in his shoe facilitates their deception, leading to their exposure and subsequent flight into the wilderness. Evading capture as fugitives, the trio resorts to survivalist tactics, encompassing hunting, fishing, and assuming disguises reminiscent of Native Americans. Complications arise when Pierre develops an affection for Curly, who is disguised as an indigenous woman. Their relationship culminates in marriage, albeit briefly, as Curly's disguise is compromised, prompting the Stooges to flee once more. Their quest for sanctuary leads them to what appears to be a secure refuge, only to realize belatedly that they have inadvertently incarcerated themselves within the confines of the Lobo City Jail.", "summary": "The Stooges, depicted as unscrupulous gamblers residing in the antiquated Western locale of Lobo City, engage in deceitful practices during a game of roulette , unfairly swindling the townsfolk.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028504/", "releaseDate": "1936-09-11", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whoops,_I'm_an_Indian!", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 23 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whoops,_I'm_an_Indian!", "runtimeSeconds": 1043, "runtime": "17:23" }, { "n": 19, "title": "Slippery Silks", "year": 1936, "date": "1936 December 27", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slippery_Silks", "video": "B0nMGE0ar7Y", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Slippery Silks - Ep. 19", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/B0nMGE0ar7Y/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB9ID0SqRsgWBRWRL4YHfrZzxXeGQ", "plot": "The Stooges are furniture craftsmen tasked with replicating a priceless antique Chinese cabinet owned by a local museum. Mr. Morgan, the courier who delivers the cabinet to the Stooges' workshop, is assured by the trio's boss that the valuable artifact is in competent hands. However, Curly's carelessness with a bandsaw results in calamitous damage to the cabinet, followed by Moe's accidental destruction of the remaining fragments. Fleeing from the wrathful Mr. Morgan, who threatens reprisal, the trio discovers an unexpected inheritance: ownership of the Madame de France boutique, a high-end fashion establishment formerly owned by their late Uncle Pete. Seamlessly transitioning into the fashion industry, the Stooges draw inspiration from their carpentry background, concocting women's attire that resembles bizarre furniture. Their foray into fashion reaches its zenith when they are commissioned to stage a fashion show, an event orchestrated by none other than Mrs. Morgan Morgan, the spouse of their previous antagonist. Upon Mr. Morgan's arrival, he promptly identifies the Stooges as the culprits responsible for the demise of his cabinet and unleashes a violent assault, primarily upon Curly. In the ensuing chaos, Moe's attempt to intervene with a pastry triggers a chain reaction, escalating into a melee involving the entire assembly. The pandemonium ends when the Stooges are clubbed unconscious by female attendees wielding mannequin appendages.", "summary": "The Stooges are furniture craftsmen tasked with replicating a priceless antique Chinese cabinet owned by a local museum.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028267/", "releaseDate": "1936-12-27", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slippery_Silks", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 15", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slippery_Silks", "runtimeSeconds": 1035, "runtime": "17:15" }, { "n": 20, "title": "Grips, Grunts and Groans", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 January 15", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grips,_Grunts_and_Groans", "video": "pSzMyWBwBAU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Grips, Grunts and Groans - Ep. 20", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pSzMyWBwBAU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCh4SF9PQPZ8BjvwKS0CU87QV8Qrg", "plot": "Following their evasion of railroad authorities, the Stooges forge an acquaintance with Ivan Bustoff, a renowned wrestler embroiled in a high-stakes match orchestrated by his mob-affiliated trainers. Despite the trainers' wager on Bustoff's victory, his predilection for revelry leads to an inebriated stupor, jeopardizing his performance. In a bid to salvage the situation, the mob coerces the Stooges into managing Bustoff and ensuring his sobriety for the impending bout. However, a mishap in the locker room results in a series of dumbbells falling on Bustoff's head, rendering him unconscious. Fearing the mob's wrath, the panicked Stooges substitute Curly for Bustoff by cutting off the wrestler's beard and pasting it onto Curly. Leveraging Curly's susceptibility to Wild Hyacinth perfume-induced aggression, Moe and Larry devise a strategy to exploit this peculiarity to their advantage. Yet, Curly's performance in the ensuing wrestling match falls short of expectations. Amid mounting pressure from the mobsters, who threaten the Stooges with dire consequences if Curly fails to secure victory, Moe seizes an opportunity to acquire Wild Hyacinth perfume from a spectator. Moe applies the fragrance to Curly, whose violent response incapacitiates the challenger, the referee, and various ringside attendants, culminating in Curly's own knockout.", "summary": "Following their evasion of railroad authorities, the Stooges forge an acquaintance with Ivan Bustoff, a renowned wrestler embroiled in a high-stakes match orchestrated by his mob-affiliated trainers.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028960/", "releaseDate": "1937-01-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://threestooges.net/filmography/episode/20", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 44", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grips,_Grunts_and_Groans", "runtimeSeconds": 1124, "runtime": "18:44" }, { "n": 21, "title": "Dizzy Doctors", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 March 19", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Doctors", "video": "sA96CtsgNG0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Dizzy Doctors - Ep. 21", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sA96CtsgNG0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAlwsAN91bbLSSMLzEyPjh7M2eL-Q", "plot": "The lazy Stooges, roused from their mid-day slumber by the demands of their spouses to seek gainful employment, serendipitously encounter Dr. Bright, the president of a company in need of salesmen for his novel concoction, Brighto. Marketed with the slogan \"it makes old bodies new\", Brighto is mistakenly perceived by the Stooges as a polish, prompting them to embark on an enthusiastic street-side campaign to showcase its efficacy to potential clients. Their demonstrations yield calamitous outcomes: Larry rubs Brighto on a policeman's uniform and the fabric disintegrates, Moe damages a passerby's footwear, and the application of Brighto strips the paint from a gentleman's pristine automobile. Fleeing from their angry victims, the Stooges retreat to Dr. Bright's premises and complain to him about the performance of the supposed polish. Dr. Bright rebukes them but, after elucidating that Brighto is intended as a medicine, he grants the Stooges another opportunity to prove their salesmanship. Emboldened by this second chance, the Stooges infiltrate Los Arms Hospital, endeavoring to peddle Brighto to the ailing patients. Their entrepreneurial zeal, however, is met with further misfortune when they are confronted by the superintendent, who recognizes them as the culprits who damaged the paint on his car. When he gives chase, the Stooges ingeniously manipulate an elevator, dispatching the superintendent to an unintended destination before hastily escaping into the street via a hospital gurney. Their flight ends in a collision and a jump through an open window into their beds, where they promptly resume their interrupted repose.", "summary": "The lazy Stooges, roused from their mid-day slumber by the demands of their spouses to seek gainful employment, serendipitously encounter Dr.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028791/", "releaseDate": "1937-03-19", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Doctors", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 41", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Doctors", "runtimeSeconds": 1061, "runtime": "17:41" }, { "n": 22, "title": "3 Dumb Clucks", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 April 17", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3_Dumb_Clucks", "video": "m2W6mg64CBA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - 3 Dumb Clucks - Ep. 22", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/m2W6mg64CBA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCfPTy-DUo8yb14D4tM8yatHVEmsw", "plot": "The incarcerated Stooges receive a letter from their mother, detailing the sudden windfall of their father (portrayed by Curly Howard in a dual role). The letter describes the elder Curly's sudden affluence courtesy of an oil strike, his subsequent abandonment of their mother, and his impromptu engagement to a covetous, youthful blonde named Daisy. Prompted by filial duty and a desire to thwart the ill-fated union, the Stooges break out of prison and embark on a mission to disrupt the impending marriage. However, complications ensue as the physical resemblance between Curly and his father results in Daisy inadvertently betrothing herself to the wrong individual. Subsequently, the trio discovers that Daisy has arranged with a pair of killers to murder Curly immediately after the wedding, thus securing the elder Curly's fortune for the widowed Daisy and her criminal accomplices. After the marriage ceremony, the elder Curly belatedly arrives for his wedding, confounding the killers as their intended victim seems to be in two places at once. After Curly eludes his antagonists, the Stooges attempt to escape further peril by exiting through a window onto the rooftop, where they climb to the top of a flagpole. Their odyssey culminates in their fall onto the street below. They land on their father, knocking him unconscious, and they escort him back home.", "summary": "The incarcerated Stooges receive a letter from their mother, detailing the sudden windfall of their father (portrayed by Curly Howard in a dual role).", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0029665/", "releaseDate": "1937-04-17", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3_Dumb_Clucks", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 49", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3_Dumb_Clucks", "runtimeSeconds": 1009, "runtime": "16:49" }, { "n": 23, "title": "Back to the Woods", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 May 14", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_to_the_Woods_(1937_film)", "video": "b4mZ9IWQZjs", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Back to the Woods - Ep. 23", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b4mZ9IWQZjs/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC5rM9a4OkIJcbjPckZQ6mD2_7GGA", "plot": "Set in nascent American colonies, the Stooges, cast as convicted felons expelled from England to embark on a series of misadventures upon their arrival. Their initial encounter involves a lively dance with the governor's daughters, followed by the disheartening revelation that the colonists face starvation due to the local indigenous population's refusal to grant access to hunting grounds without a hefty fee. Undeterred by the predicament, the Stooges resolve to aid the struggling colony by venturing into the wilderness for a hunting excursion. Donning makeshift coonskin caps, with Curly sporting an unconventional skunk hat, the trio ventures outside Plymouth, Massachusetts , armed with blunderbusses in pursuit of game. A fortuitous discharge by Curly's firearm secures them a turkey, buoying their spirits for the task ahead. However, a fateful misjudgment leads them to mistake a gathering of indigenous individuals adorned in ceremonial headdresses for a flock of turkeys. Their ill-conceived volley of shots provokes the ire of the indigenous group, precipitating a frantic chase. Despite their adversaries' pursuit, the Stooges concoct a series of improvised defenses, employing a tree branch catapult to repel their assailants with an assortment of projectiles. Amidst the chaos, Larry finds himself ensnared and threatened with scalping, prompting Curly and Moe to orchestrate a daring rescue. Employing unconventional tactics involving hot coals and swift physical retribution, they manage to extricate their comrade from peril. Their escape, facilitated by a makeshift canoe, culminates in a comical resurgence of their adversaries, revitalized by an inadvertent dousing with water.", "summary": "Set in nascent American colonies, the Stooges, cast as convicted felons expelled from England to embark on a series of misadventures upon their arrival.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028600/", "releaseDate": "1937-05-14", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_to_the_Woods_(1937_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "19 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_to_the_Woods_(1937_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1167, "runtime": "19:27" }, { "n": 24, "title": "Goofs and Saddles", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 July 02", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goofs_and_Saddles", "video": "R1d3DAUOcLc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Goofs and Saddles - Ep. 24", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/R1d3DAUOcLc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDHQk3EUr_cN-tEg1vigVqH-JayQQ", "plot": "Set in the American Old West , the Stooges are scouts tasked with apprehending a notorious gang of cattle rustlers under the command of the nefarious Longhorn Pete. Directed by General Muster, the trio embarks on their mission, using stealth tactics by disguising themselves as bushes in a bid to surveil the rustlers' activities. However, their efforts are thwarted when the rustlers discover their ruse and unleash a volley of gunfire, compelling the Stooges to hastily retreat. They seek refuge within Longhorn Pete's bustling saloon, where they pose as gamblers while awaiting the arrival of the cavalry. While engaged with Pete in a game of poker they cheat outrageously to provide Curly a winning hand, but allow Pete to win after they learn that he has killed other card cheats that day. In a bid to alert General Muster of their predicament, Moe dispatches a message via carrier pigeon, but the pigeon and message are intercepted by Pete, thereby jeopardizing their cover. Forced to flee again, the Stooges seize upon a covered wagon as their means of escape, and embark on a chaotic journey replete with an unexpected simian companion. After taking refuge in a shack, the Stooges repurpose a meat grinder into a makeshift Gatling gun after accidentally spilling a box of bullets into it. Their weapon turns the tide of the confrontation, enabling them to overpower the bandits until the timely intervention of General Muster and his troops culminates in the apprehension of the outlaws. However, amidst the celebratory accolades, the mischievous monkey activates the grinder, triggering a flurry of shots that prompts the Stooges to run from the scene.", "summary": "Set in the American Old West , the Stooges are scouts tasked with apprehending a notorious gang of cattle rustlers under the command of the nefarious Longhorn Pete.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028947/", "releaseDate": "1937-07-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goofs_and_Saddles", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 10", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goofs_and_Saddles", "runtimeSeconds": 1030, "runtime": "17:10" }, { "n": 25, "title": "Cash and Carry", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 September 03", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cash_and_Carry_(film)", "video": "Wlh8misrVzI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Cash and Carry - Ep. 25", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Wlh8misrVzI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCK_rAffRQFftlzYORuPQPtZy99vg", "plot": "Upon their return to their humble abode in the city dump following six months of fruitless prospecting, the Stooges discover that an orphaned young woman and her incapacitated younger brother, Jimmy, have taken up residence in their shack. Despite initial reservations, the Stooges demonstrate compassion upon realizing Jimmy's physical challenges, with Curly even offering assistance with his studies. While rummaging around in the dump in search of a replacement for their deflated car tire, Curly finds a can brimming with coins. This cache of coins, termed \"canned coin\" by Curly, leads to a frenzied search through discarded cans in pursuit of further treasures. However, upon learning that the money belongs to Jimmy's sister, who has been saving her meager wages to provide funds for Jimmy's operation, the Stooges' hearts soften. They embark on a mission to augment the sum required for Jimmy's surgery. The Stooges explore the possibility of accruing interest on their modest sum in a bank account, but are disillusioned to learn that it will take longer than a century to achieve their financial goal. Their predicament worsens when they fall victim to two confidence men who abscond with their $62 worth of savings and their automobile in exchange for a treasure map. The Stooges enthusiastically venture to the indicated location marked on the map. Following a series of mishaps, they inadvertently breach the walls of the United States Treasury . Mistakenly believing they have struck gold, they begin to unearth stacks of currency, only to find themselves swiftly apprehended by the authorities. Their escapade ultimately leads them into an unexpected encounter with President Franklin D. Roosevelt , who, upon learning of Jimmy's plight, extends a presidential pardon to the Stooges and offers to cover the expenses for Jimmy's much-needed surgery.", "summary": "Upon their return to their humble abode in the city dump following six months of fruitless prospecting, the Stooges discover that an orphaned young woman and her incapacitated younger brother, Jimmy, have taken up residence in their shack.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0028697/", "releaseDate": "1937-09-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cash_and_Carry_(film)", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 21", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cash_and_Carry_(film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1101, "runtime": "18:21" }, { "n": 26, "title": "Playing the Ponies", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 October 15", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Playing_the_Ponies", "video": "oadxm9IY1Bc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Playing the Ponies - Ep. 26", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oadxm9IY1Bc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLALkFb789gztZ0z2dhs-1cAi2GJTA", "plot": "The Stooges operate a struggling restaurant, the Flounder Inn, but dream of quitting the business and finding their fortune in horse racing. Two unscrupulous patrons, who own a decrepit racehorse named Thunderbolt, overhear the Stooges discussing their ambitions, and seize the opportunity to trade their horse for something of value. They casually mention to the Stooges that they own a champion racehorse but have tired of their exciting careers and would prefer the quiet life of a restaurateur. The Stooges eagerly trade their eatery in exchange for Thunderbolt. Upon arriving at Thunderbolt's stable, the trio is confronted with the dismal sight of a swaybacked horse. Moe tells Curly to race Thunderbolt around the track – a command that Curly interprets literally, running alongside the horse and beating him to the finish line. However, when mistakenly fed spicy chili pepperino snacks in place of peanuts, Thunderbolt is galvanized into a frenzied dash towards relief at the sight of water. Undeterred by the unexpected turn of events, the Stooges perceive the pepperinos as a potent racing stimulant, envisioning them as a strategic advantage in future competitions. They enter Thunderbolt in a race, during which his erratic behavior necessitates an impromptu intervention involving motorcycle-mounted Stooges dangling a bucket of water ahead of the horse. Thunderbolt emerges victorious, securing a triumphant outcome for the Stooges. In the closing scene, they revel in their newfound success, indulging in a feast of turkey and oats.", "summary": "The Stooges operate a struggling restaurant, the Flounder Inn, but dream of quitting the business and finding their fortune in horse racing.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0029408/", "releaseDate": "1937-10-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Playing_the_Ponies", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 07 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Playing_the_Ponies", "runtimeSeconds": 1027, "runtime": "17:07" }, { "n": 27, "title": "The Sitter Downers", "year": 1937, "date": "1937 November 26", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sitter_Downers", "video": "Z5YgcLwVN4E", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - The Sitter Downers - Ep. 27", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z5YgcLwVN4E/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLD30FV878LMdLPyeRr26uH-dUTYTg", "plot": "The Stooges propose marriage to three sisters but must first win consent from their prospective father-in-law. His hostile rejection of their suit prompts the Stooges to initiate a sitdown strike in their fiancees' home. Their protest garners widespread attention, eliciting a deluge of fan mail, including promised donations of a free lot and a free \"ready-cut\" house . Despite the father-in-law's efforts to solicit governmental intervention in their eviction, he is eventually forced to acquiesce to the Stooges' matrimonial desires to end the strike. Subsequently united in wedlock, the newly formed couples confront the daunting task of constructing their house from a kit. After a warning from the three brides that there will be no honeymoon until the house is built, the reluctant Stooges embark upon the laborious task. Setbacks and mishaps abound during the construction process, which proceeds haphazardly after Curly accidentally destroys the plans in a fire. The finished, misshapen structure includes randomly placed windows, a bathtub mounted sideways on a wall, and an enigmatic staircase to nowhere. When the wives are invited to view their new home, they are initially impressed, but a seemingly innocuous gesture precipitates the catastrophic collapse of the structure onto the newlyweds.", "summary": "The Stooges propose marriage to three sisters but must first win consent from their prospective father-in-law.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0029574/", "releaseDate": "1937-11-26", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sitter_Downers", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 34", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Sitter_Downers", "runtimeSeconds": 934, "runtime": "15:34" }, { "n": 28, "title": "Termites of 1938", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 January 07", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Termites_of_1938", "video": "CRUJWiI_9Dg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Termites of 1938 - Ep. 28", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CRUJWiI_9Dg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDp0o6ARRyj5x2IWfxPjzGtnRdqQw", "plot": "A high-society woman named Muriel has been looking forward to attending a dinner gathering hosted by an acquaintance. However, her spouse, Arthur, elects to embark on a fishing expedition, leaving her to contend with the prospect of attending the event unaccompanied. On the advice of a friend, Muriel instructs her maid to enlist the services of the Acme Escort Service to procure suitable companions, whom her friend assures her are \"mostly college boys from Harvard and Yale – perfect gentlemen\". Regrettably, a miscue results in a communication with the Acme Exterminator Co., overseen by the Stooges. The Stooges, engrossed in the pursuit of innovative methods for rodent eradication, accept the commission, ignorant of its true nature. Clad in formal attire, they arrive at the opulent abode amidst a gathering of distinguished guests, laboring under the misconception that their role is to cleanse the premises of vermin. However, when the dinner is served, the Stooges rush with unseemly haste to partake in the banquet, and their atrocious table manners leave the assembled company nonplussed. The post-prandial musical entertainment is disrupted by the Stooges, who dismiss the musicians and provide their own inept performance, culminating in the destruction of a double bass with a saw. When mice emerge from the broken instrument, chaos ensues. The Stooges undertake earnest efforts to fulfill their perceived duty, albeit with calamitous consequences, causing structural damage to the house and inadvertently injuring Muriel. Upon Arthur's return, he confronts the chaotic scene and angrily chases the Stooges from the premises after seizing a gopher bomb from their equipment bag. As the Stooges attempt to flee in their automobile, Arthur lobs the bomb in their direction. He hits his target: the car is blown to pieces and the Stooges are left sprawling in the road.", "summary": "A high-society woman named Muriel has been looking forward to attending a dinner gathering hosted by an acquaintance.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030842/", "releaseDate": "1938-01-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Termites_of_1938", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 40", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Termites_of_1938", "runtimeSeconds": 1000, "runtime": "16:40" }, { "n": 29, "title": "Wee Wee Monsieur", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 February 18", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wee_Wee_Monsieur", "video": "juxEzsqgpLg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Wee Wee Monsieur - Ep. 29", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/juxEzsqgpLg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBWO2VrjiGTPPmTTkd12HwSdpiT5g", "plot": "The Stooges, Moe, a sculptor, Larry, a music composer, and Curly, a painter, find themselves ensnared in a sequence of events in Paris , France . Threatened with incarceration due to overdue rent, they inadvertently enlist in the French Foreign Legion , misconstruing it for the American Legion . Deployed to a desert outpost, their mission involves safeguarding Captain Gorgonzola from local threats. When the captain is abducted, the Stooges, seizing an opportunity for redemption, embark on a mission. Disguised as Santa Claus , complete with sleigh and reindeer, the Stooges infiltrate the fortress housing the captive captain. Despite the failure of their ruse to deceive, they swiftly incapacitate a confronting guard, gaining ingress to the stronghold. Within, they discover Captain Gorgonzola ensnared by the nefarious Sheikh Tsimmis, who seeks to barter Legion munitions for opulent treasures and a concubine retinue . Compelled to adopt another guise, the Stooges assimilate into the sheikh's harem, utilizing a dance interlude to subdue him and his chief aide. During their subsequent escape, they blunder into a lion's den. Through Curly's resourcefulness, the peril is averted, as the lion facilitates their journey back to camp upon a wagon.", "summary": "The Stooges, Moe, a sculptor, Larry, a music composer, and Curly, a painter, find themselves ensnared in a sequence of events in Paris , France .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030957/", "releaseDate": "1938-02-18", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wee_Wee_Monsieur", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 38", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wee_Wee_Monsieur", "runtimeSeconds": 1058, "runtime": "17:38" }, { "n": 30, "title": "Tassels in the Air", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 April 01", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tassels_in_the_Air", "video": "RcC9SC5j3ek", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Tassels in the Air - Ep. 30", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/RcC9SC5j3ek/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDCXtkayXOSgA5OowjHaGgSLJ5OeA", "plot": "Nouveau riche housewife Mrs. Smirch ( Bess Flowers ) has intentions to hire the in-demand interior decorator Omay ( Jean De Briac ) to redecorate her house in a bid for admittance to the \"who's who\" of the local rich elite. Omay accepts her offer. Meanwhile, the Stooges are hired as painters to redecorate the building where Omay's office is and are given the job of painting temporary names on the doors of all the offices. They, of course, botch the job. It comes out that Curly has a strange proclivity to fly into a blind rage whenever he sees a tassel, placated only with soft tickling of his chin. Mrs. Smirch enters the building and mistakes Moe for Omay (as Moe's name in Pig Latin is Oe-may). The real Omay, offended that his office was mislabeled as the janitor's closet, gives up his lease. The boys' boss ( Vernon Dent ) immediately fires them, then steps through the doorway of what he thinks is his office and falls down an elevator shaft. The Stooges assume the identity of Omay and his two colleagues with intention of doing the work on the Smirch residence. They arrive there and begin to work as Mrs. Smirch entertains a few of her new rich friends. However, the real Omay enters the home and exposes the boys as frauds, publicly embarrassing Mrs. Smirch. Moe has gotten Mr. Smirch out of the way by asking him to \"mix up a batch of spotted paint\". Mr. Smirch is seen several times trying to fulfill this request—and is last seen bringing in a Dalmatian dog.", "summary": "Nouveau riche housewife Mrs.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030834/", "releaseDate": "1938-04-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tassels_in_the_Air", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 04", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tassels_in_the_Air", "runtimeSeconds": 1024, "runtime": "17:04" }, { "n": 31, "title": "Healthy, Wealthy and Dumb", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 May 20", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthy,_Wealthy_and_Dumb", "video": "3WJip9GROWk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Healthy, Wealthy and Dumb - Ep. 31", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3WJip9GROWk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC3Z_ozI0Flm5jCJcXzKc7UD1q8Dg", "plot": "After Curly wins $50,000 by crafting a memorable jingle for a radio competition, the Stooges resolve to adopt an affluent lifestyle. They relocate to the Hotel Costa Plente, where their accommodation, replete with opulent furnishings, becomes the unwitting canvas for their characteristic clumsiness, resulting in the systematic destruction of numerous expensive items. Concurrently, three cunning young women in arrears for their rent formulate a plan to gain possession of the Stooges' fortune by masquerading as affluent widows seeking remarriage to wealthy suitors. While they prepare to implement their scheme, a registered letter is delivered to Curly informing him that exorbitant tax deductions have whittled his winnings down to $4.85. When the purported widows introduce themselves, the desperate Stooges need little prompting to accede to matrimonial arrangements. However, the facade of affluence swiftly unravels when the true financial state of the Stooges is exposed, leading to a retaliatory act wherein the gold diggers incapacitate their erstwhile suitors with champagne bottles.", "summary": "After Curly wins $50,000 by crafting a memorable jingle for a radio competition, the Stooges resolve to adopt an affluent lifestyle.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030223/", "releaseDate": "1938-05-20", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthy,_Wealthy_and_Dumb", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 24", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Healthy,_Wealthy_and_Dumb", "runtimeSeconds": 984, "runtime": "16:24" }, { "n": 32, "title": "Violent is the Word for Curly", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 July 02", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violent_is_the_Word_for_Curly", "video": "vkRhxKTERss", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Violent Is the Word for Curly - Ep. 32", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vkRhxKTERss/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDLraMFSlhjKJzAL2J9eKGlZS7sMA", "plot": "At Mildew College, an institution exclusively for female students, the administration seeks financial support from Mrs. Catsby, the school's principal benefactor, to establish an athletic fund. However, Mrs. Catsby holds reservations about endorsing athletic endeavors for girls and opts instead to allocate funds towards the salaries of three incoming Teutonic professors. Concurrently, the Stooges find themselves employed as attendants at the Acme Service Station, where their comically inept service style leads to a series of mishaps culminating in the destruction of a chauffeur-driven Packard belonging to three elderly German passengers. Fleeing the scene in an ice cream truck with the passengers' luggage, the Stooges embark on a chaotic journey. After several hours of aimless travel, the stooges run out of gas. Moe and Larry discover Curly frozen solid within the truck and devise a makeshift method to thaw him, but they accidentally burn him in the process. Curly plunges into a nearby lake to cool off, dragging his companions with him. Seeking dry clothes within the abandoned suitcases in their possession, the Stooges unwittingly don the attire of the three newly arrived professors destined for Mildew College. Upon their arrival at the college, the Stooges are mistaken for the new professors and are promptly introduced to the student body, culminating in Moe initiating a rendition of the song \" Swingin' the Alphabet ,\" with Larry and Curly singing along. The performance gradually deviates into a spirited and syncopated rendition. Amidst the confusion, the real professors show up during the lunch event, revealing the Stooges' true identities, which prompts the irate Mrs. Catsby to demand their departure. In a bid to salvage their position, the Stooges propose a demonstration of athletic prowess to sway Mrs. Catsby's opinion. However, their efforts are thwarted by the scheming professors, who tamper with a basketball, leading to an explosive finale. Ultimately, the Stooges secure Mrs. Catsby's support for the athletic fund by apprehending the professors.", "summary": "At Mildew College, an institution exclusively for female students, the administration seeks financial support from Mrs.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030942/", "releaseDate": "1938-07-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violent_is_the_Word_for_Curly", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 51", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Violent_is_the_Word_for_Curly", "runtimeSeconds": 1071, "runtime": "17:51" }, { "n": 33, "title": "Three Missing Links", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 July 29", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Missing_Links", "video": "u2DHBd5Ceak", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Missing Links - Ep. 33", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/u2DHBd5Ceak/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAIOYU6XJux_oPQcKCY-ilDz1zLYg", "plot": "The Stooges are employed as janitors at Super Terrific Productions, a Hollywood movie studio. Their mundane responsibilities take an unexpected turn when their penchant for violent and uncouth behavior catches the attention of studio president B. O. Botswaddle, the studio president, who is reviewing the script for the forthcoming film Jilted in the Jungle . Before production can begin, Botswaddle must find an actor who is sufficiently ape-like to play the part of a gorilla, and he realizes that Curly is perfect for the part – the embodiment of a primeval archetype, colloquially known as the \"missing link\". He also judges Moe and Larry to be ideal for the roles of prehistoric Neanderthals . The trio journeys to Africa, where the filming is to take place. Amidst the intricacies of setting up camp, Curly meets a purveyor of unconventional remedies, and purchases \"love candy\" in a bid to win the affections of the leading lady, Mirabel Mirabel. The Stooges' day is spent in inept efforts to pitch a tent, and the tranquility of their night is punctuated by a curious lion's foray into their encampment, which prompts a hasty retreat by the Stooges. The following day descends into chaos as a genuine gorilla native to the jungle wanders onto the film set and is initially mistaken for Curly in simian costume. Curlly belatedly arrives on the set and becomes embroiled in a confrontation with the gorilla. In an attempt to soothe the agitated creature, Curly offers it the \"love candy\", and ingests some himself to encourage the gorilla. As a result, Curly becomes enamored with the creature, which flees in terror from Curly's advances.", "summary": "The Stooges are employed as janitors at Super Terrific Productions, a Hollywood movie studio.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030868/", "releaseDate": "1938-07-29", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Missing_Links", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 04", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Missing_Links", "runtimeSeconds": 1084, "runtime": "18:04" }, { "n": 34, "title": "Mutts to You", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 October 14", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutts_to_You", "video": "YwVv_L6n6sc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Mutts to You - Ep. 34", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YwVv_L6n6sc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAqQAlPGKYjutcdJo_DcCxV5LkvAg", "plot": "The Stooges, proprietors of a dog grooming enterprise, chance upon an infant left momentarily unattended on the doorstep of an affluent couple, the Mannings. Misinterpreting the situation as abandonment, the trio, bound by a sense of moral obligation, collect the child with the intention of delivering him to the police station. They first bring the child to their apartment complex for a feeding, notwithstanding the prohibition against infants on the premises. Upon learning of the infant's reported kidnapping through the afternoon newspaper, the Stooges endeavor to facilitate the child's return to his parents. Employing a ruse involving Curly disguised as the child's mother, they navigate a series of misadventures, culminating in an encounter with an Irish policeman, O'Halloran, who erroneously perceives them as the perpetrators of the abduction. A frantic pursuit ensues, with the Stooges evading capture while Moe and Larry transport Curly and the infant in a makeshift laundry cart. Ultimately apprehended, the trio's innocence is vindicated when the Mannings elucidate the misunderstanding, thereby absolving the Stooges of any wrongdoing. However, their attempts to cleanse the infant in a dog washing machine result in comedic mishaps, with Curly's tampering leading to a slapstick denouement wherein the machine repeatedly slaps the baby's bottom.", "summary": "The Stooges, proprietors of a dog grooming enterprise, chance upon an infant left momentarily unattended on the doorstep of an affluent couple, the Mannings.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030478/", "releaseDate": "1938-10-14", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutts_to_You", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 02 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mutts_to_You", "runtimeSeconds": 1082, "runtime": "18:02" }, { "n": 35, "title": "Flat Foot Stooges", "year": 1938, "date": "1938 December 05", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Foot_Stooges", "video": "EzBrDrl4xbg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Flat Foot Stooges - Ep. 35", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EzBrDrl4xbg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB40TmhKckWeFgFdikOrqLM_viGxQ", "plot": "The trio are firemen at Engine Company No. 1, a venerable institution reliant on horse-drawn fire engines and they often mistake the sound of alarm clock and telephone for a fire alarm. A conflict emerges when a dubious salesman, Mr. Reardon, attempts to persuade Fire Chief Kelly of the obsolescence of horse-powered engines, only to face rejection. Undeterred, Reardon resorts to nefarious means, clandestinely entering the fire station and dropping a canister of gunpowder into the fire engine's boiler. The chief's daughter witnesses his act and confronts him, threatening to notify her father. During a struggle, Reardon is knocked unconscious. A duck alights on a nearby windowsill and, having swallowed spilled gunpowder, lays an egg that explodes upon falling to the floor. The shock causes the chief's daughter to strike her head, rendering her unconscious as well, while the explosion ignites a fire that engulfs the station. Amidst this chaos, the Stooges, having diverted the firehorses to a Turkish bath, are ill-prepared to respond to the fire alarm. Belatedly realizing that the blaze is located within their own station, the trio races to the fire and arrives in the nick of time to rescue the chief's daughter from the inferno. Reardon, who has jumped from a window, runs to escape violent retribution from the Stooges.", "summary": "The trio are firemen at Engine Company No.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030139/", "releaseDate": "1938-12-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Foot_Stooges", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 25", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flat_Foot_Stooges", "runtimeSeconds": 925, "runtime": "15:25" }, { "n": 36, "title": "Three Little Sew and Sews", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 January 06", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Sew_and_Sews", "video": "955X44n33BM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Little Sew and Sews - Ep. 36", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/955X44n33BM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAnohmbkOFPM6N89dHjlnaDYtGqMw", "plot": "The Stooges are sailors stationed at a naval base, where they are gainfully employed within a tailor shop. They are entrusted with cleaning and pressing Admiral Taylor's uniform, which Curly pilfers with the intention of leveraging its authority to impress women. This act of subterfuge sets the stage for a series of misadventures that propel the trio into a plot involving espionage. Under the guise of the counterfeit Admiral and his purported aides, Moe and Larry, the Stooges unwittingly become ensnared in the machinations of nefarious agents, Count Alfred Gehrol and Miss Olga Arvin, who are operatives of an antagonistic regime. Deceived by their adversaries, the trio is coerced into perpetrating a scheme involving the theft and hijacking of a submarine. The Stooges eventually realize that Gehrol and Arvin are spies and succeed in apprehending them, thereby thwarting their malevolent designs. However, their triumph is short-lived, as Curly accidentally detonates a bomb during a reenactment of the capture for the genuine Admiral Taylor, with the result that he Stooges are transformed into celestial beings ascending to Heaven. Pursuing them is the irate Admiral, also in celestial form. ", "summary": "The Stooges are sailors stationed at a naval base, where they are gainfully employed within a tailor shop.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0030866/", "releaseDate": "1939-01-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://threestooges.net/filmography/episode/36", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 47", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Sew_and_Sews", "runtimeSeconds": 947, "runtime": "15:47" }, { "n": 37, "title": "We Want Our Mummy", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 February 24", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/We_Want_Our_Mummy", "video": "ZAUUx4aUCZo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - We Want Our Mummy - Ep. 37", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZAUUx4aUCZo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCZbyX9w_3yk3rF3e4NG3lBqdXIvQ", "plot": "Museum of Ancient History curators Dr. Powell and Professor Wilson enlist the Stooges' services as private detectives to locate Professor Tuttle, an Egyptologist who has gone missing while in pursuit of the mummy of Egyptian King Rootentooten in Cairo. Tasked with retrieving the mummy, the Stooges embark on a perilous journey, driven by the promise of a substantial reward. Upon arrival in Egypt, the Stooges encounter a series of misadventures, exacerbated by their naivety and ineptitude. Mistaking a mirage for a body of water, they stumble into a network of tunnels purportedly leading to the tomb of Rootentooten. However, their exploration leads to unintended consequences, including a harrowing encounter with a living mummy. Subsequently, the Stooges discover Professor Tuttle being held captive by a group of thieves. Complicating matters further, they accidentally destroy what they believe to be the mummy of Rootentooten. Faced with the threat of imminent demise at the hands of the malevolent gang leader, Jackson, who believes that the jewels buried inside the mummy of Rootentooten, the Stooges devise a comically ingenious plan to deceive their captors, involving Curly masquerading as a makeshift mummy. During a tumultuous showdown between the Stooges and the criminals, it is discovered that the mummy inadvertently destroyed by the Stooges is not that of Rootentooten, but rather his diminutive wife, Queen Hotsy-Totsy. The unexpected discovery prompts a hasty retreat, with the Stooges and Professor Tuttle narrowly escaping the clutches of danger, only to encounter yet another obstacle in the form of an alligator .", "summary": "Museum of Ancient History curators Dr.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032116/", "releaseDate": "1939-02-24", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/We_Want_Our_Mummy", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 27 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/We_Want_Our_Mummy", "runtimeSeconds": 987, "runtime": "16:27" }, { "n": 38, "title": "A Ducking They Did Go", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 April 07", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Ducking_They_Did_Go", "video": "vrCH5R2q6Pw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Ducking They Did Go - Ep. 38", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vrCH5R2q6Pw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBsyhj7ap9VVifa7Y7eTl-V1s44fg", "plot": "The Stooges botch an attempt to steal a watermelon from a deliveryman ( Cy Schindell ), which lands them in trouble with a cop ( William Irving ). The trio winds up at the offices of the Canvas Back Duck Club, a hunting club run by conmen Blackie ( Lynton Brent ) and Doyle (Jack Gardner), where they are hired to sell club memberships. Unbeknownst to them, the whole thing is a scam. Dressed in duck-hunting gear, Moe, Larry and Curly invade the police station and barge into the office of the police chief ( Bud Jamison ) and sell memberships to several men, including the police chief and the mayor. By the time the group arrives at the lodge to hunt ducks, the conmen are gone, and an old man ( John Rand ) assures them that there are no wild ducks to be found. Moe and Larry hurl rubber decoy ducks over the pond. Curly arrives with a flock of ducks (like the Pied Piper of Hamelin ) and leads them into the water where the hunters hunt the ducks. The old man shows up with the constable ( Sam Lufkin ), saying that Curly has stolen all of his prize domestic ducks and it will cost the hunters $5.00 apiece to replace. The hunters, the old man, and the sheriff begin shooting at the Stooges, who flee; leaping over a bush and landing on a trio of bucking steers.", "summary": "The Stooges botch an attempt to steal a watermelon from a deliveryman ( Cy Schindell ), which lands them in trouble with a cop ( William Irving ).", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031015/", "releaseDate": "1939-04-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Ducking_They_Did_Go", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 16 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Ducking_They_Did_Go", "runtimeSeconds": 976, "runtime": "16:16" }, { "n": 39, "title": "Yes, We Have No Bonanza", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 May 19", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yes,_We_Have_No_Bonanza", "video": "Y7KcKMhVOKA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Yes, We Have No Bonanza - Ep. 39", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y7KcKMhVOKA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDjtVtctE5tW_GbBTBQYoDBsR16_g", "plot": "The Stooges are employed as singing waiters in a saloon located in the Western frontier, where they perform with a trio of singing cowgirls. Despite their diligent efforts, they are subjected to the cruelty of saloon keeper Maxey, who exploits the girls' labor in consequence of their familial indebtedness to him. Determined to liberate the cowgirls from their predicament and secure their affections, the Stooges embark on a quest to amass wealth through gold prospecting. Unbeknownst to them, Maxey has recently perpetrated a bank robbery and concealed the stolen loot, $40,000 in stocks and gold bonds, in the vicinity where the Stooges commence their search. However, a series of mishaps ensue during their prospecting endeavors, culminating in a chaotic sequence of events involving a burro named Yorick, whom the Stooges erroneously believe has swallowed a stick of dynamite and exploded. While the Stooges are mourning Yorick, they stumble upon Maxey's ill-gotten gains, mistakenly believing their fortunes to have turned. Upon their return to town they are confronted by Maxey, who absconds with the stolen money, prompting a pursuit by the Stooges. Ultimately, they apprehend Maxey and recover the pilfered loot, leading to a fortuitous encounter with the sheriff. The stolen money is duly returned to its rightful owners at the First National Bank, leaving the Stooges to lament that they have no bonanza.", "summary": "The Stooges are employed as singing waiters in a saloon located in the Western frontier, where they perform with a trio of singing cowgirls.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032150/", "releaseDate": "1939-05-19", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yes,_We_Have_No_Bonanza", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 04", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yes,_We_Have_No_Bonanza", "runtimeSeconds": 964, "runtime": "16:04" }, { "n": 40, "title": "Saved by the Belle", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 June 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saved_by_the_Belle", "video": "1IT9SxBWgy0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Saved by the Belle - Ep. 40", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1IT9SxBWgy0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBcYx5jdftmk4Kat6DBsaHU3nCoOg", "plot": "The Stooges are itinerant salesmen in the fictional South American country of Valeska, described as a \"thriving kingdom in the tropics.\" Although frequent earthquakes barely disrupt the tranquility of the town, a latent revolutionary fervor simmers beneath the surface. The leader of the burgeoning rebellion, coincidentally the proprietor of the inn where the Stooges are lodged, decides to close the establishment. When the trio cannot pay their bill, they make a hasty escape but are arrested soon after for peddling without a license. The Stooges are brought before a military official who mistakes them for spies and sentences them to be shot at sunrise. During their stay in jail, the Stooges befriend Señorita Rita, a revolutionary sympathizer, who helps them escape. Rita provides the trio with a map of the president's palace and instructs them to deliver it to the revolutionary leader. During the tumult of a subsequent earthquake, the Stooges fumble the map and unknowingly proceed to the rebel leader's headquarters carrying a rolled calendar in its place. They are sentenced to be shot for bringing the wrong plans, but an earthquake disrupts their execution and the trio escape in a dynamite truck. However, their escape is short-lived as Curly's careless disposal of a lit match precipitates the detonation of the truck. The trio are propelled by the blast onto the back of a horse, but before they can ride away their journey is abruptly halted by an ignominious tumble to the ground.", "summary": "The Stooges are itinerant salesmen in the fictional South American country of Valeska, described as a \"thriving kingdom in the tropics.\" Although frequent earthquakes barely disrupt the tranquility of the town, a latent revolutionary fervor simmers beneath the surface.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031897/", "releaseDate": "1939-06-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saved_by_the_Belle", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 22", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saved_by_the_Belle", "runtimeSeconds": 1042, "runtime": "17:22" }, { "n": 41, "title": "Calling All Curs", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 August 25", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calling_All_Curs", "video": "VOJFnYY0AMQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Calling All Curs - Ep. 41", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VOJFnYY0AMQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBz3kVFax_07en2KaLqW2rrKKTpfw", "plot": "The Stooges are skilled veterinarians , entrusted with the care of Garçon, an esteemed poodle belonging to socialite Mrs. Bedford. Following a successful surgical intervention to remove a thorn from Garçon's paw, the Stooges are visited by two ostensibly benign reporters from The Daily Star , who express interest in featuring the clinic in their publication. The Stooges give the pair a tour of the facility. The faux reporters are in fact dognapping criminals. When momentarily left unchaperoned, they steal Garçon, leaving behind a ransom note. The Stooges resolve to find the missing dog, but in the meantime they plan to conceal their negligence from Mrs. Bedford by delivering to her a substitute mutt disguised as Garçon. They subterfuge fails when the dog's glued-on hair falls off during an interaction with Mrs. Bedford's maid. Faced with the imminent threat of incarceration, the Stooges embark on a desperate quest to apprehend the perpetrators, employing the substitute mutt as a makeshift bloodhound to trail the dognappers to their lair. A confrontation ensues, culminating in a triumph for the Stooges. Garçon is found, together with an unexpected litter of puppies.", "summary": "The Stooges are skilled veterinarians , entrusted with the care of Garçon, an esteemed poodle belonging to socialite Mrs.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031131/", "releaseDate": "1939-08-25", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calling_All_Curs", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 19 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calling_All_Curs", "runtimeSeconds": 1039, "runtime": "17:19" }, { "n": 42, "title": "Oily to Bed, Oily to Rise", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 October 06", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oily_to_Bed,_Oily_to_Rise", "video": "YXUbPd93IQU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Oily to Bed, Oily to Rise - Ep. 42", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YXUbPd93IQU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDhL3_Re2sJ8QpcCZFitRNrQWw2Xg", "plot": "The Stooges are three hapless tramps. A farmer offers them a meal in exchange for cutting firewood, but after their ineptitude leads to the destuction of two saws they set off on foot. Curly's wish for a car is instantly fulfilled when they stumble upon what they believe to be a free car, which they take for a joyride. After nearly plunging over a cliff, they stop at a farmhouse at Curly's suggestion, hoping for a meal. Widow Jenkins graciously gives them a huge meal of chicken and dumplings—the very menu Curly had wished for. In gratitude, the Stooges offer to fix Widow Jenkins's broken outdoor water pump. During the repair, they accidentally uncover oil beneath the farm, transforming the pump into a geyser that spews Curly high in the air. Despite their initial joy for the widow and her three daughters, they soon learn that she has been swindled out of her land by a trio of deceitful individuals. Curly's wish for an opportunity to serve justice on the swindlers is granted when they discover the three walking on the road. The crooks confront the Stooges—it is their car the Stooges have appropriated. After a hair-raising road chase with the swindlers, the Stooges manage to retrieve the deed to the land before it is recorded at the court house, and are allowed to marry the now wealthy Widow Jenkins' daughters.", "summary": "The Stooges are three hapless tramps.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0031746/", "releaseDate": "1939-10-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oily_to_Bed,_Oily_to_Rise", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 16 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oily_to_Bed,_Oily_to_Rise", "runtimeSeconds": 1096, "runtime": "18:16" }, { "n": 43, "title": "Three Sappy People", "year": 1939, "date": "1939 December 01", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Sappy_People", "video": "SPCpxOnZFCU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Sappy People - Ep. 43", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SPCpxOnZFCU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB7fBKIRH3saXcz0kbwnIPcml_BDQ", "plot": "The Stooges are phone repairmen working in the office of the esteemed psychiatrists, Drs. Z. Ziller, X. Zeller, and Y. Zoller. When wealthy patron J. Rumsford Rumford calls the doctors' office offering to pay handsomely for psychiatric treatment of his spirited wife, Sherry Rumford, the Stooges intercept the call and are mistaken for the doctors. Badly in need of money, they resolve to impersonate Drs. Ziller, Zeller, and Zoller. Mrs. Rumford's erratic behavior has included refusing to attend parties, professing boredom, and driving through the house in her car. However, she takes an immediate liking to the Stooges, who arrive at the Rumford home on a triplet tandem bicycle. During the course of their appointment, the Stooges disrupt a formal dinner gathering, instigating a chaotic food altercation in their characteristic manner. Despite the commotion, the unorthodox behavior of the Stooges amuses Mrs. Rumford, leading her husband to conclude that her ailment has been remedied. Consequently, the Stooges are generously compensated for their purported therapeutic intervention.", "summary": "The Stooges are phone repairmen working in the office of the esteemed psychiatrists, Drs.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032029/", "releaseDate": "1939-12-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Sappy_People", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 19 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Sappy_People", "runtimeSeconds": 1039, "runtime": "17:19" }, { "n": 44, "title": "You Nazty Spy!", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 January 19", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You_Nazty_Spy!", "video": "mTBWkMQz6nY", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - You Nazty Spy! - Ep. 44", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mTBWkMQz6nY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBC1FmwL1MVU-uCZL6dpR1xAMy-Wg", "plot": "Three munitions manufacturers, discontent with reduced profits due to King Herman the 6 + 7 ⁄ 8 's pacifist policies, conspire to overthrow him and institute a dictatorship by finding somebody stupid enough to be a figurehead leader. The trio selects the unwitting Stooges, working as wallpaper hangers , as figureheads for their regime. Moe Hailstone assumes the role of the leader, directly spoofing Adolf Hitler ; Curly Gallstone becomes Field Marshall and is a composite of Benito Mussolini and Hermann Göring ; and Larry Pebble becomes Minister of Propaganda, spoofing Joseph Goebbels , respectively. Upon seizing power, Hailstone, Gallstone, and Pebble attempt to govern Moronika . However, their incompetence and absurdity quickly unravel their authority. A subplot emerges with the arrival of Mattie Herring , who is suspected of espionage by the Stooges and subsequently sentenced to execution. Her escape only complicates matters. The Stooges next try their hand at international diplomacy , convening a roundtable meeting where absurd demands are made of neighboring countries. After assaulting the visiting delegates and knocking them unconscious, the Stooges declare the peace conference a success. Their triumph is short-lived, however, as an angry mob converges outside the conference room, led by none other than the deposed king and Mattie Herring. Faced with imminent downfall, the Stooges flee, only to unwittingly enter a lion's den, where they are apparently devoured offscreen by the three lions.", "summary": "Three munitions manufacturers, discontent with reduced profits due to King Herman the 6 + 7 ⁄ 8 's pacifist policies, conspire to overthrow him and institute a dictatorship by finding somebody stupid enough to be a figurehead leader.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033281/", "releaseDate": "1940-01-19", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You_Nazty_Spy!", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 00", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/You_Nazty_Spy!", "runtimeSeconds": 1080, "runtime": "18:00" }, { "n": 45, "title": "Rockin' thru the Rockies", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 March 08", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rockin'_thru_the_Rockies", "video": "Z6K_skBULZA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Rockin' thru the Rockies - Ep. 45", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z6K_skBULZA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLA0lKJJkoJYivXpGuelZHDG1-m8uQ", "plot": "Set in the Rocky Mountains circa late 1800s, the Stooges are guides tasked with escorting a trio known as \"Nell's Belles\" through mountainous terrain en route to their performance destination in San Francisco . When Curly's carelessness with a rifle frightens off the horses, the group is stranded overnight at the behest of Native American inhabitants who advise them to vacate the area promptly. During the night, Curly is banished from the shared sleeping quarters due to his disruptive nocturnal behavior. In the morning, the Stooges find that their food stores have been consumed by a marauding bear. The trio busy themselves with making a sail out of canvas stage scenery and fastening it to their wagon with the intention to resume their journey using wind power. Afterward, their inept attempts at ice fishing in a nearby frozen lake prove futile when the \"fish\" on Curly's line turns out to be Moe. Compounding their challenges, Nell, a constituent of the expeditionary group, brings alarming news of the abduction of the Belles by the indigenous community. However, the Belles quickly manage to elude their captors, prompting a hasty departure of the group from the Native American territory in their sail wagon .", "summary": "Set in the Rocky Mountains circa late 1800s, the Stooges are guides tasked with escorting a trio known as \"Nell's Belles\" through mountainous terrain en route to their performance destination in San Francisco .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032995/", "releaseDate": "1940-03-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rockin'_thru_the_Rockies", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 24 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rockin'_thru_the_Rockies", "runtimeSeconds": 1044, "runtime": "17:24" }, { "n": 46, "title": "A Plumbing We Will Go", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 April 19", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Plumbing_We_Will_Go", "video": "DvVXRc_iDlY", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Plumbing We Will Go - Ep. 46", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DvVXRc_iDlY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCv-LpmGbTSgMCmH37GW-cW5uFP3A", "plot": "The Stooges are destitute vagrants, brought to trial on charges of chicken theft. Following their acquittal, the trio tries to procure a free meal by fishing in a pet shop aquarium. Officer Kelly intervenes, instigating a pursuit that compels the Stooges to adopt the guise of plumbers as a means to evade arrest. Assuming their roles as \"plumbers\", the Stooges secure a position in an opulent residence. Their ineptitude unfolds dramatically, resulting in the destruction of the house's entire plumbing infrastructure. Curly, in attempting to address what he perceives as a bathroom leak, constructs a labyrinthine network of pipes, ensnaring himself. Simultaneously, Larry digs up the front lawn in an unsuccessful quest for the water shutoff valve. Moe and Curly, in their misguided efforts, connect a water pipe with another conduit containing electrical wires. This leads to water inundating every electrical appliance in the mansion, exasperating the perplexed chef. When the hostess invites her guests to view Niagara Falls on her newly acquired television set, the picture is interrupted by a deluge that bursts from the screen, soaking the entire assemblage. The homeowner returns and expresses dismay at the havoc in his residence before falling through an unexpected hole in the floor into the basement. Moe berates him for damaging the Stooges' convoluted repair endeavors, until the trio discovers that the homeowner is none other than the judge who had previously acquitted them of charges. The Stooges hastily flee the scene, running from the aggrieved judge, his butler, law enforcement officials (notably Officer Kelly), and several police officers on motorcycles.", "summary": "The Stooges are destitute vagrants, brought to trial on charges of chicken theft.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032917/", "releaseDate": "1940-04-19", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Plumbing_We_Will_Go", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 31", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Plumbing_We_Will_Go", "runtimeSeconds": 1051, "runtime": "17:31" }, { "n": 47, "title": "Nutty but Nice", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 June 14", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutty_but_Nice", "video": "oqzX5fOZI3o", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Nutty But Nice - Ep. 47", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/oqzX5fOZI3o/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAPbvuP7Ty9Qi5YKQzkRFIwb1OXJw", "plot": "The Stooges are singing waiters in a restaurant where they encounter two physicians concerned about the well-being of Betty Williams, a young girl who has been made ill by grief. Betty's father, a bank cashier, has been abducted while transporting bonds valued at $300,000. Motivated by compassion, the Stooges undertake the task of locating the missing father, prompted by a description provided by the doctors: a middle-aged man with a bald spot, sporting an anchor tattoo, and standing at 5'10\" in stature. Notably, the father and Betty share a penchant for yodeling, a skill Curly surprisingly demonstrates proficiency in. The trio embarks on their mission with zeal, interrogating every potential suspect encountered along their path in their signature Stooge manner. Amid their efforts, the sound of a yodeling cowboy on the radio fortuitously leads them to the hideout of one of the kidnappers, Butch, who is monitoring the captive father. The Stooges confront Butch, subdue him, and liberate Betty's father. Their heroic intervention is soon met with confrontation as three additional members of the gang arrive at the scene. The Stooges and the rescued father barricade themselves in a room, then use a dumbwaiter to descend to the basement. A skirmish ensues in the dark basement—lit intermittently in a series of blackout gags —ultimately culminating in victory for the Stooges, albeit leaving Curly as the sole conscious individual amidst the aftermath. In the denouement, the father is joyously reunited with Betty, whose spirits are revived from their previous despondency. The Stooges, along with the two doctors, serenade the reunited family.", "summary": "The Stooges are singing waiters in a restaurant where they encounter two physicians concerned about the well-being of Betty Williams, a young girl who has been made ill by grief.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032855/", "releaseDate": "1940-06-14", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutty_but_Nice", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 48", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nutty_but_Nice", "runtimeSeconds": 1068, "runtime": "17:48" }, { "n": 48, "title": "How High Is Up?", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 July 26", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/How_High_Is_Up%3F", "video": "nw8qExajL7c", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - How High Is Up? - Ep. 48", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nw8qExajL7c/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBNupL9ToNvq8idMmoJuoEXK6os5w", "plot": "The Stooges are vagrants who seek to earn money by mending pots and pans. After repairing a flat tire on their truck—a task that requires them first to extricate Curly from his sweater—they drive to a construction site, where they attract business by puncturing holes in the lunch boxes of workers and offering to repair the damage. However, their deceit is soon uncovered, leading to a pursuit onto the site where they blend into a crowd of job seekers. Despite their lack of experience, they offer themselves as expert riveters, and are assigned to work on the precarious 97th floor. Curly's acrophobia presents a significant challenge, which Moe initially addresses by blindfolding him. During the Stooges' riveting duties, Larry multitasks by heating sausages for his companions, leading to confusion between rivets and food items. Further complications arise when Curly knocks over a can of grease, rendering the beam beneath his feet dangerously slippery. Despite their best efforts, the trio's incompetence leads to a structural collapse after the head foreman, Mr. Blake, leans against a beam. Angered by the mishap, Mr. Blake and his team pursue the Stooges, who escape their antagonists by jumping from the building, deploying a parachute as they descend. They land safely in their wagon below, and drive blindly into traffic with the chute tarp still covering their vehicle.", "summary": "The Stooges are vagrants who seek to earn money by mending pots and pans.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032611/", "releaseDate": "1940-07-26", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/How_High_Is_Up%3F", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 26", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/How_High_Is_Up%3F", "runtimeSeconds": 986, "runtime": "16:26" }, { "n": 49, "title": "From Nurse to Worse", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 August 23", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_Nurse_to_Worse", "video": "Y2-kqjY_y9Q", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - From Nurse to Worse - Ep. 49", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Y2-kqjY_y9Q/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLD20P80SdkNX-J9GW3ca4CWQUqv0w", "plot": "The Stooges are paper hangers who encounter their acquaintance Jerry, an insurance salesman, who proposes a scheme wherein they can receive $500 monthly by taking out a policy on Curly, alleging insanity. Moe and Larry escort Curly, who is disguised as a dog, to Dr. D. Lerious's office for an assessment. However, Curly's exaggerated portrayal results in the doctor recommending surgical intervention. Fleeing from the impending operation, the Stooges seek refuge in a dog catcher's truck, unwittingly subjecting themselves to a flea infestation. Their escapade takes a dramatic turn when Dr. D. Lerious apprehends them, leading to Curly's imminent surgery. In a stroke of luck, the trio manages to escape on a gurney, encountering Jerry once more, whereupon they exact their retribution.", "summary": "The Stooges are paper hangers who encounter their acquaintance Jerry, an insurance salesman, who proposes a scheme wherein they can receive $500 monthly by taking out a policy on Curly, alleging insanity.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032496/", "releaseDate": "1940-08-23", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_Nurse_to_Worse", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 43", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/From_Nurse_to_Worse", "runtimeSeconds": 1003, "runtime": "16:43" }, { "n": 50, "title": "No Census, No Feeling", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 October 04", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Census,_No_Feeling", "video": "fUaBYnR-oUo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - No Census, No Feeling - Ep. 50", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fUaBYnR-oUo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDk7ydIjjzuPjX5Oo8kS7DYvC6LRw", "plot": "Following an altercation with a shopkeeper, the Stooges seek refuge in a revolving door, emerging with clipboards in hand, assuming their new roles as census takers. Their first assignment leads them to the home of a socialite, where they unwittingly disrupt a bridge game by inadvertently adding Alum salt to a punch bowl, causing comedic chaos as everyone's lips pucker. Undeterred, the Stooges press on in their census-taking endeavor, stumbling upon a football game where they attempt to interview the players. Resorting to unconventional methods, they disguise themselves as footballers and infiltrate the game, only to find themselves entangled in the match. In a bid to retrieve the ball and glean information, they resort to a chaotic sequence of events involving ice cream and a frenzied chase, ultimately fleeing the stadium pursued by the irate football team.", "summary": "Following an altercation with a shopkeeper, the Stooges seek refuge in a revolving door, emerging with clipboards in hand, assuming their new roles as census takers.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032845/", "releaseDate": "1940-10-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Census,_No_Feeling", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 29", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Census,_No_Feeling", "runtimeSeconds": 989, "runtime": "16:29" }, { "n": 51, "title": "Cookoo Cavaliers", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 November 15", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cookoo_Cavaliers", "video": "pT_d3XCGvxA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Cookoo Cavaliers - Ep. 51", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pT_d3XCGvxA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAwGdI8FMj4v5ZnBgmRyPxioReDLw", "plot": "The Stooges encounter persistent challenges in their role as fishmongers in San Diego. Frustrated that there are no customers willing to buy their putrid, month-old wares, they decide to quit the business and acquire ownership of a saloon establishment. However, due to a misunderstanding, they mistakenly purchase a beauty salon in the tranquil village of Cucaracha, Mexico. Undeterred by this unexpected development, the trio endeavors to provide services to their first customer, Rosita, offering her a mud pack purportedly composed of natural mud but in actuality containing cement. Following an arduous process of removing the cement from Rosita's face, the Stooges attempt to bleach the hair of three additional Mexican patrons Juanita, Conchita & Pepita, albeit with an improvised concoction mistakenly combined with hair remover. Their misadventures escalate when Señor Manuel, the employer of the afflicted patrons, confronts the Stooges, incensed by their actions toward Rosita and her counterparts. The Stooges escape from Señor Manuel and hastily flee the scene, dodging bullets fired by Rosita and her now bald-headed sisters.", "summary": "The Stooges encounter persistent challenges in their role as fishmongers in San Diego.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032371/", "releaseDate": "1940-11-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cookoo_Cavaliers", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 24", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cookoo_Cavaliers", "runtimeSeconds": 1044, "runtime": "17:24" }, { "n": 52, "title": "Boobs in Arms", "year": 1940, "date": "1940 December 27", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boobs_in_Arms", "video": "CJ9KVPbQ2ow", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Boobs in Arms - Ep. 52", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CJ9KVPbQ2ow/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB7MSCSPkLIrtH4opJJH59EP6dgig", "plot": "The Stooges are street peddler greeting card salesmen, inciting the ire of a disgruntled passerby during an accidental altercation. Their subsequent encounters lead them to the doorstep of a woman seeking help in provoking jealousy within her husband, unknowingly revisiting the same individual they had previously antagonized. Confronted once more by the aggrieved husband, the Stooges employ their pugnacious antics to defend themselves before hastily fleeing his wrath. Upon entering the army, the Stooges face the ironic twist of having their drill instructor, Sergeant Hugh Dare, be the very man they sought to escape. Sgt. Dare subjects them to rigorous military drills and bayonet practice, resulting in a cascade of comedic mishaps. Sent to the front lines, the Stooges, opting for a nap instead of duty, inadvertently become involved in a mission involving a laughing gas shell. After many mishaps during their attempt to fire the projectile from a cannon, the shell explodes at their feet. The Stooges are overcome with laughter as they are captured by the enemy and detained with Sgt. Dare. They remain under the influence ot the laughing gas throughout a boisterous confrontation that includes accidental injuries to both allies and adversaries. Emerging triumphant, the Stooges find themselves under fire, narrowly avoiding each shell with laughter and mirth. The final shell propels them into the clouds, perpetuating their laughter as they ascend into an ethereal realm.", "summary": "The Stooges are street peddler greeting card salesmen, inciting the ire of a disgruntled passerby during an accidental altercation.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032270/", "releaseDate": "1940-12-27", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boobs_in_Arms", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 55", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boobs_in_Arms", "runtimeSeconds": 1075, "runtime": "17:55" }, { "n": 53, "title": "So Long Mr. Chumps", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 February 07", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/So_Long_Mr._Chumps", "video": "IQ1ns2rxmJg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - So Long Mr. Chumps - Ep. 53", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IQ1ns2rxmJg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAd91XSUmINn3hmrHfnbLl5mfBqhQ", "plot": "The Stooges are incompetent but industrious street cleaners. Upon discovering a discarded envelope containing oil bonds, they dutifully return it to its rightful owner, B.O. Davis. Grateful for their integrity, Davis offers them a reward of five thousand dollars on the condition that they locate an honest individual possessing executive capabilities. They initiate their search by leaving a wallet on the sidewalk for passersby to find, with the expectation that an honest person will reveal their integrity by returning it to them. To their chagrin, the only living being to pass their test is a dog, who returns the wallet and then guides the Stooges to an encounter with his owner. His owner is a distressed young woman who reveals that her beloved has been unjustly imprisoned. She describes him as an honest man and insists that she can prove his innocence if the Stooges will help him to escape from jail. The Stooges devise a plan to intentionally land themselves in jail. Once incarcerated, they successfully locate the individual in question, Percy Pomeroy. The Stooges execute an escape that involves modifying their prison attire to resemble guard uniforms using black paint. However, their freedom is short-lived as they fortuitously encounter Davis, who is revealed to be \"Lone Wolf\" Louie, a notorious bond swindler. Consequently, both Davis and the Stooges find themselves incarcerated once more.", "summary": "The Stooges are incompetent but industrious street cleaners.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034209/", "releaseDate": "1941-02-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/So_Long_Mr._Chumps", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 23", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/So_Long_Mr._Chumps", "runtimeSeconds": 1043, "runtime": "17:23" }, { "n": 54, "title": "Dutiful But Dumb", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 March 21", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutiful_But_Dumb", "video": "mOqGk6sdpI4", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Dutiful But Dumb - Ep. 54", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mOqGk6sdpI4/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBa9CqF4YYgrb33iQ6b_qO-YiOoTg", "plot": "The Stooges are Click, Clack and Cluck, paparazzi-like photographers employed by Whack Magazine, a publication renowned for its sensationalist approach to imagery. After the trio fails in their assignd mission to capture a photograph of movie star Percival De Puyster and his newlywed spouse, their employer, Mr. Wilson, dismisses them from their positions. However, Wilson subsequently dispatches the trio to Vulgaria (a fictionalized representation of a totalitarian regime reminiscent of fascist Bulgaria ) for their next assignment, fully aware that photography in Vulgaria is deemed an act of espionage punishable by death. Upon their arrival in Vulgaria, the bumbling trio attempt to photograph a group of soldiers who are escorting another photographer to his place of execution. The Stooges are seized by the Vulgarian authorities and incarcerated in a Vulgarian prison. As they face imminent execution by firing squad, Curly requests a final smoke, and unveils an improbably lengthy cigar. The executioners fall asleep during the resulting delay, and when they waken the trio evade the firing squad's bullets by concealing their heads within their shirts. Subsequent scenes depict the Stooges entering an official headquarters where they find Vulgaria's new ray gun, mistakenly identified by the trio as a camera. When they activate the device, the resulting chaos betrays their presence and they scramble to evade detection by the returning Vulgarian officers. Curly takes refuge inside a malfunctioning radio, where he impersonates a broadcast by engaging in a cacophonous performance using unconventional musical instruments. After getting the better of the officers, the Stooges appropriate their uniforms and enter a nearby cafe for lunch. Within this setting, Curly engages in battle against a live oyster hiding within his bowl of stew. Despite their efforts to sustain their masquerade, the Stooges are ultimately apprehended by the guards. They are physically transported away, suspended from the bayonets of their captors' rifles.", "summary": "The Stooges are Click, Clack and Cluck, paparazzi-like photographers employed by Whack Magazine, a publication renowned for its sensationalist approach to imagery.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033565/", "releaseDate": "1941-03-21", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutiful_But_Dumb", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 47", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutiful_But_Dumb", "runtimeSeconds": 1007, "runtime": "16:47" }, { "n": 55, "title": "All the World's a Stooge", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 May 16", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_World's_a_Stooge", "video": "EsRS0HYOqcw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - All the World's a Stooge - Ep. 55", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EsRS0HYOqcw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCWEwiiYmbQbrmOHLoAFEsne8mr7A", "plot": "Wealthy Ajax Bullion is disgruntled when his eccentric wife announces that she has arranged to adopt a refugee – she enthusiastically explains that \"it's really quite the thing socially\". Meanwhile, Ajax grapples with a severe toothache, prompting his wife to insist he visit the dentist while she prepares the nursery. Simultaneously, the Stooges are at work washing windows on a tall building's scaffold. Following a mishap involving a bucket of water thrown through the window of a dentist's office, the irate dentist threatens to have them dismissed. He tasks them with drying the wet floor and leaves. While they are at work, Ajax enters, mistakes the Stooges for dentists, and asks them to pull his tooth. The Stooges knock him unconscious with a mallet and proceed to extract his bridge-work . The ensuing efforts to reinsert the bridge with cement go awry, prompting them to resort to dynamite. The dentist returns just as the dynamite is ignited, compelling the Stooges to flee. Mr. Bullion awakens unharmed and expresses gratitude to the dentist for relieving his toothache. When the Stooges descend on their scaffold they collide with a police officer on the ground. Making a hasty escape, they hide in a nearby parked car. It is Mr. Bullion's car, and when he discovers them he capitalizes on the situation by persuading the Stooges to pose as refugee children, aiming to dissuade his wife from her philanthropic aspirations. The Stooges, now dressed as toddlers, endure a comical adoption by Mrs. Bullion, with Moe, Curly, and Larry assuming the names Johnny, Frankie, and Mabel, respectively. As the Stooges integrate into the Bullion household, their antics and disruptive behavior during a party organized by Mrs. Bullion lead to regret on her part. Mr. Bullion, already frustrated by the Stooges' theft of his cigars, becomes enraged after a pie hurled by \"Johnny\" hits him in the face, and he chases the Stooges out of the house wielding an axe.", "summary": "Wealthy Ajax Bullion is disgruntled when his eccentric wife announces that she has arranged to adopt a refugee – she enthusiastically explains that \"it's really quite the thing socially\".", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033325/", "releaseDate": "1941-05-16", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_World's_a_Stooge", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 03", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_World's_a_Stooge", "runtimeSeconds": 963, "runtime": "16:03" }, { "n": 56, "title": "I'll Never Heil Again", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 July 11", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I'll_Never_Heil_Again", "video": "vEApJmUXamg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - I'll Never Heil Again - Ep. 56", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vEApJmUXamg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBTgTYyAP7SZoHr09QbH63SU5nTeg", "plot": "In the Kingdom of Moronika, deposed monarch King Herman the 6+7⁄8 is visited by the war profiteers Ixnay, Amscray, and Umpchay, engineers of the coup that led to his ouster. They regret their treason, and now seek to overthrow the tyrannical rule of the dictator they once supported, Moe Hailstone. To this end, they seek the assistance of the king's daughter, the princess Gilda. Dictator Moe Hailstone meets with Field Marshal Herring (Curly) and the Minister of Propaganda (Larry). He directs them to a table set with a roast turkey on a platter, saying \"our first move is to kick the stuffing out of turkey\" (a parody of Hitler possibly wanting control in Turkey ). Larry parodies the attempts to control Greece by saying, \"I'll wipe out grease\". An argument over possession of the turkey ends when a framed picture of Napoleon on the wall comes to life and absconds with the bird. Gilda arrives in the guise of an astrologer and warns Hailstone that the stars portend treachery from Chizzilini (a parody of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini ) and his other Axis partners. She leads the Stooges to a telescope in which they see a scene of themselves roasting on a spit in Hell. She then covertly replaces the 13 ball on Hailstone's pool table with an explosive ball and flees as Hailstone begins a pool game with his associates. Throughout the game, the cue ball performs impossible maneuvers to avoid hitting the explosive ball. Hailstone summons the Axis partners to a meeting, which breaks into chaos when Hailstone seizes a world globe from the conference table and declares that the world belongs to him. A brawl erupts over possession of the globe. Finally, with the Axis partners defeated, Hailstone orders Herring to hand him the globe they had fought over. Herring refuses and smashes it over Hailstone's head, sending him into a tantrum. Still angry at Hailstone, Herring grabs the explosive Number 13 ball and throws it against the floor, blowing up the meeting room. Herman regains his throne and the taxidermied heads of the trio are repurposed as hunting trophies.", "summary": "In the Kingdom of Moronika, deposed monarch King Herman the 6+7⁄8 is visited by the war profiteers Ixnay, Amscray, and Umpchay, engineers of the coup that led to his ouster.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033746/", "releaseDate": "1941-07-11", "releaseDateSource": "https://threestooges.net/filmography/episode/56", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 12", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I'll_Never_Heil_Again", "runtimeSeconds": 1092, "runtime": "18:12" }, { "n": 57, "title": "An Ache in Every Stake", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 August 22", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Ache_in_Every_Stake", "video": "h6AIRD9josM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - An Ache in Every Stake - Ep. 57", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h6AIRD9josM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCKWBiDaP2z2BvlE0M1TySwHxcXfQ", "plot": "The Stooges are hapless icemen who, upon awakening from slumber within their delivery wagon, find Curly embedded in a block of ice he had used as an improvised pillow. Moe and Larry break him out of it, and the three begin their routine ice block deliveries, culminating in a challenging assignment at a residence perched atop a daunting staircase. The arduous ascent presents a formidable obstacle, complicated by the inexorable melting of the ice en route. Despite concerted efforts and repeated setbacks, during which they twice bump into the aggrieved Mr. Lawrence and ruin his cakes, the Stooges persevere in their delivery endeavors, albeit with characteristic ineptitude. When the trio's antics cause the departure of the household staff, they assume the roles of servants, tasked with preparing a birthday dinner for the homeowner's husband. Unbeknownst to them, the husband in question is none other than Mr. Lawrence, whose prior encounters with the Stooges have left him less than enamored. Amidst their culinary exploits, characterized by misguided attempts at ice shaving and turkey stuffing, the Stooges unwittingly introduce foreign objects into the meal, eliciting consternation among the dinner guests. However, their pièce de résistance is a birthday cake ill-advisedly inflated with town gas. When Mr. Lawrence blows out the candles, the gas-filled cake explodes, and he angrily recognizes the new servants. The Stooges are forced to leave in a hurry, riding a flat board down the stairs, and tumbling off near the bottom.", "summary": "The Stooges are hapless icemen who, upon awakening from slumber within their delivery wagon, find Curly embedded in a block of ice he had used as an improvised pillow.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033312/", "releaseDate": "1941-08-22", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Ache_in_Every_Stake", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 09", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/An_Ache_in_Every_Stake", "runtimeSeconds": 1089, "runtime": "18:09" }, { "n": 58, "title": "In the Sweet Pie and Pie", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 October 16", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Sweet_Pie_and_Pie", "video": "Kh0mc-9S6Kg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - In the Sweet Pie and Pie - Ep. 58", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Kh0mc-9S6Kg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAKZ2q2sJjyonehhYA5c40deO1Tog", "plot": "Tiska, Taska, and Baska Jones, three assertive society women, find themselves the recipients of a substantial inheritance contingent upon their marital status by a specified deadline. However, their intended fiancés are deployed to Honolulu with the Fleet and will not return for a few months. Advised by their astute lawyer, Diggins, the women devise a scheme to secure their inheritance by marrying three condemned inmates known as the Mushroom Murder Gang, portrayed by the Stooges. Upon marriage to the convicts, the women anticipate collecting their inheritance, following which the inmates will be executed, allowing the women to proceed with their original engagements. The Jones sisters visit the Stooges' cell at Hang-'em-all Prison, where they introduce themselves and propose marriage. After a quick ceremony, the sisters depart, and the Stooges face an imminent execution. However, a last-minute reprieve absolves them of guilt in the Mushroom murders and secures their freedom. As the Jones sisters revel in their newfound status as widows, the Stooges unexpectedly arrive at their door, to the sisters' dismay. Subsequently, the women endeavor to force their new husbands to conform to high society norms, believing that they will rebel against such refinement, thus providing grounds for divorce. Yet, the Stooges strive to meet the expectations imposed upon them. The sisters arrange a social gathering where they expect the Stooges to discredit themselves. To ensure the success of their scheme, Diggins bribes a butler who is carrying a large cake to feign a stumble and hit Moe with the cake. A resulting tit-for-tat exchange soon escalates into a chaotic pie fight. When Diggins uses the opportunity to threaten annulment, the Jones sisters, along with the Stooges, retaliate against Diggins by subjecting him to a pie-filled retribution.", "summary": "Tiska, Taska, and Baska Jones, three assertive society women, find themselves the recipients of a substantial inheritance contingent upon their marital status by a specified deadline.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0033755/", "releaseDate": "1941-10-16", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Sweet_Pie_and_Pie", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 28", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Sweet_Pie_and_Pie", "runtimeSeconds": 1048, "runtime": "17:28" }, { "n": 59, "title": "Some More of Samoa", "year": 1941, "date": "1941 December 04", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Some_More_of_Samoa", "video": "HsnC_Xg0djo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Some More of Samoa - Ep. 59", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HsnC_Xg0djo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLA9VFSal8eudbVeaeOyVlagNS7jPQ", "plot": "The Stooges are professional arborists commissioned by a wealthy elderly gentleman to procure a suitable companion for his prized puckerless persimmon tree. Embarking on a journey to the fictitious tropical island of Rhum-Boogie, the Stooges encounter adversity upon arrival, finding themselves captured by the indigenous inhabitants who threaten them with consumption unless Curly consents to marry the Chief's unattractive sibling. Through resourcefulness and fortitude, the Stooges successfully evade captivity and secure the prized tree. However, their triumph is marred by a perilous encounter with an alligator, culminating in a precarious escape.", "summary": "The Stooges are professional arborists commissioned by a wealthy elderly gentleman to procure a suitable companion for his prized puckerless persimmon tree.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034216/", "releaseDate": "1941-12-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Some_More_of_Samoa", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 40", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Some_More_of_Samoa", "runtimeSeconds": 1000, "runtime": "16:40" }, { "n": 60, "title": "Loco Boy Makes Good", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 January 08", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loco_Boy_Makes_Good", "video": "j1U2r8a-oVc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Loco Boy Makes Good - Ep. 60", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j1U2r8a-oVc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDDdLjOsyVy7rr6AZwjzu9ym3HmeQ", "plot": "The Stooges get thrown out (literally) of a motel by their irascible landlord for having insignificant arrears in rent. Desperate to pay their rent, the Stooges contrive to get easy money by having Curly slip on a bar of soap in a hotel lobby so they can sue and win a large settlement. However, they abandon their scheme when they discover that Mrs. Brown, the hotel's elderly proprietor, is being threatened with the loss of her establishment by the impatient holder of the mortgage. Confronted with the plight of Mrs. Brown, the trio resolve to help her by undertaking the restoration of the dilapidated hotel. After many mishaps while renovating the place, the Stooges orchestrate a grand reopening ceremony, wherein they endeavor to showcase the rejuvenated establishment to critical acclaim. The boys put on a show with the famous critic Waldo Twitchell in attendance. Their act goes over poorly until Curly accidentally puts on a magician's coat from which concealed animals unexpectedly emerge, captivating the audience and ensuring the triumph of their enterprise.", "summary": "The Stooges get thrown out (literally) of a motel by their irascible landlord for having insignificant arrears in rent.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034987/", "releaseDate": "1942-01-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loco_Boy_Makes_Good", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 28", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loco_Boy_Makes_Good", "runtimeSeconds": 1048, "runtime": "17:28" }, { "n": 61, "title": "Cactus Makes Perfect", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 February 26", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cactus_Makes_Perfect", "video": "v6U0O-7htEw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Cactus Makes Perfect - Ep. 61", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v6U0O-7htEw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAOWScJHBb2UabxIXIX8KSJJNCFoA", "plot": "The film opens with the Stooges' mother attempting to wake up her three boys without success. \"Get out of bed you lazy loafers!\" she screams to no avail. Finally, she yanks a rope that leads from the kitchen to the bed where the trio is sleeping soundly. This causes the bed to spin horizontally until they fly off. After a few mishaps, the trio finally makes their way downstairs. Curly receives a letter from the Inventors' Association, who state that his Gold Collar Button Retriever is \"incomprehensible and utterly impractical.\" Naturally, Curly misinterprets this as a success, and the trio leave their mother's home to make their fortune. In transit, they are swindled into buying a map leading to a lost mine in the Old West. After actually finding a lost mine, the Stooges run afoul of two down-on-their-luck prospectors after Curly fires an arrow from his Gold Collar Button Retriever. The two then try to rob the boys out of their dough. Moe and Larry flee to a hotel in a ghost town where Curly hid the gold in a safe. The miners show up, and they all take refuge in the safe room. The miners drill through the door, which Curly attributes to termites, and throw a stick of dynamite in. After a little scuffle back and forth, the stick fizzles out. Believing it to be a dud, the boys burst out laughing and Curly chucks the dynamite, causing it to actually explode.", "summary": "The film opens with the Stooges' mother attempting to wake up her three boys without success.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034563/", "releaseDate": "1942-02-26", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cactus_Makes_Perfect", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 18", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cactus_Makes_Perfect", "runtimeSeconds": 1038, "runtime": "17:18" }, { "n": 62, "title": "What's the Matador?", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 April 23", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What's_the_Matador%3F", "video": "wkAiGLpZGwQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - What's the Matador? - Ep. 62", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wkAiGLpZGwQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCNJSULq1oGl3a545RyPTz7r3hLyg", "plot": "The Stooges are vaudeville entertainers who travel to Mexico to perform their comedy bullfight routine, in which Curly performs the role of a brave matador, and Moe and Larry don a bull costume. En route to their performance destination, they encounter Dolores Sanchez, an enchanting señorita. They also encounter her jealous and hot-tempered husband named José who threatens to kill Curly if he ever flirts with his wife again. The next day at the bullfighting arena, José recognizes Curly and his friends. In an act of retribution, José clandestinely arranges for the release of a live bull into the arena during the comedic enactment. Moe and Larry flee the ring, but Curly remains oblivious to the impending danger. He eventually head-butts the wild animal and is paraded out of the ring to the rousing cheers of \"Olé, Americano!\"", "summary": "The Stooges are vaudeville entertainers who travel to Mexico to perform their comedy bullfight routine, in which Curly performs the role of a brave matador, and Moe and Larry don a bull costume.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035549/", "releaseDate": "1942-04-23", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What's_the_Matador%3F", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 20", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/What's_the_Matador%3F", "runtimeSeconds": 980, "runtime": "16:20" }, { "n": 63, "title": "Matri-Phony", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 July 02", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matri-Phony", "video": "lJfVUYsEW_Y", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Matri-Phony - Ep. 63", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/lJfVUYsEW_Y/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC_PU5f6EDUSsJ-RyC1M00oGZ2_BA", "plot": "During the era of \" Ancient Erysipelas \", the Stooges preside over Ye Olde Pottery shop, a quaint establishment nestled within the bustling streets. Amidst the backdrop of this setting, the formidable Emperor Octopus Grabus sets forth on a quest to secure a new consort, his preferences leaning towards red-haired maidens. Grabus then sets his sights on Diana, a fair maiden who seeks refuge within the protective confines of the Stooges' establishment, hoping to evade the unwanted advances of the emperor. However, their sanctuary is abruptly shattered when palace guards uncover the ruse, precipitating their apprehension and subsequent audience with Grabus. In a turn of events, Grabus, incensed by the deception, metes out a severe punishment, condemning the Stooges to face execution within the formidable arena of the Colosseum, where the menacing jaws of lions await their hapless victims. Faced with imminent peril, the Stooges orchestrate a daring rescue mission to aid Diana's escape, while Moe and Larry devise a stratagem wherein Curly assumes the guise of Grabus' intended bride. Thoroughly exploiting Grabus' visual impairment, exacerbated by the destruction of his spectacles, the Stooges facilitate their own flight from the palace, albeit encountering an unexpected misadventure that concludes with their inverted suspension upon the spears of the guards.", "summary": "During the era of \" Ancient Erysipelas \", the Stooges preside over Ye Olde Pottery shop, a quaint establishment nestled within the bustling streets.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035047/", "releaseDate": "1942-07-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matri-Phony", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 08", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matri-Phony", "runtimeSeconds": 1028, "runtime": "17:08" }, { "n": 64, "title": "Three Smart Saps", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 July 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Smart_Saps", "video": "ADSFDQvbmnA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Smart Saps - Ep. 64", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ADSFDQvbmnA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAWSb8F0EktNfHdfOpo7hzY-1uGiA", "plot": "On the day they are to marry three sisters, the Stooges learn that their prospective father-in-law, a jail warden, has fallen victim to the machinations of a criminal gang that has taken control of the jail and incarcerated him. The Stooges resolve to liberate him. They decide to get themselves arrested in order to infiltrate the confines of the jail. After two bungled attempts to be arrested, they break into the jail and successfully locate warden Stevens, their intended patriarch. He advises them to clandestinely photograph the activities of the criminal gang, thereby securing evidence essential for their downfall and Stevens's vindication. The trio gain entry to a dance that is in progress within the jail. While Curly dances a rumba that causes his poorly stitched suit to fall apart, Moe circulates among the partying criminals and secures the needed photographs. Through their concerted efforts, justice prevails as the perpetrators are apprehended, paving the way for the restoration of order within the jail. Stevens is reinstated as warden, ensuring the fulfillment of the Stooges' romantic aspirations as they unite with their beloveds in matrimony.", "summary": "On the day they are to marry three sisters, the Stooges learn that their prospective father-in-law, a jail warden, has fallen victim to the machinations of a criminal gang that has taken control of the jail and incarcerated him.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035436/", "releaseDate": "1942-07-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Smart_Saps", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 40", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Smart_Saps", "runtimeSeconds": 1000, "runtime": "16:40" }, { "n": 65, "title": "Even as IOU", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 September 18", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Even_as_IOU", "video": "U-bc94DqS7c", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Even as IOU - Ep. 65", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/U-bc94DqS7c/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC8LO_1PK4sf1PuiYrgrhWWjvW2Ww", "plot": "The Stooges are street peddlars of expired racing forms to unsuspecting patrons. When a disgruntled customer alerts a passing police officer, the trio makes a hasty exit. They pose as mannequins outside a clothing store until the officer discovers their ruse, prompting them to flee once more. Amidst their flight, they encounter a destitute mother and her daughter whom they assist by securing milk for the child. Curly then appropriates the little girl's piggy bank with the intention of betting on a horse race. Following an unexpected triumph in the race, their newfound prosperity is short-lived as they fall victim to the machinations of two swindlers, who use ventriloquism to deceive them into purchasing a supposedly talking racehorse named Seabasket . The Stooges assume responsibility for the care of the aged horse, which results in a complication when Curly inadvertently ingests a Vitamin Z pill intended for the equine. Miraculously, this mishap results in Curly's ostensible birthing of a foal , subsequently heralded as a promising racehorse.", "summary": "The Stooges are street peddlars of expired racing forms to unsuspecting patrons.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0034710/", "releaseDate": "1942-09-18", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Even_as_IOU", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 37", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Even_as_IOU", "runtimeSeconds": 937, "runtime": "15:37" }, { "n": 66, "title": "Sock-a-Bye Baby", "year": 1942, "date": "1942 November 13", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sock-a-Bye_Baby", "video": "gb2ZXOGpW6Y", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Sock-a-Bye Baby - Ep. 66", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gb2ZXOGpW6Y/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB9BmP2-Bb2LnuqFxA6vgKuSJ7SLw", "plot": "The Stooges are awakened in the middle of the night by the crying of an abandoned infant left on their doorstep. They bring the baby indoors and discover a poignant letter from the distressed mother, asking the trio to provide a good home for the child, identified as baby Jimmy. The Stooges undertake the task of nurturing the infant, providing sustenance and tender care in their makeshift role as surrogate fathers. Realizing that they do not know what babies eat, they offer him a radish, an olive, an artichoke, spaghetti, and herring. However, they become alarmed when Larry discovers a newspaper article detailing a recent child kidnapping, prompting speculation that Jimmy may indeed be the abducted child and the letter merely a ruse. They panic when two police officers arrive at their door with the mother to reclaim the infant. Fearing arrest for kidnapping, the Stooges hide the baby and try to elude the police. Ultimately, they jump out of a window and drive away, unaware that Jimmy has stealthily accompanied them. Pursued by the police officers on motorcycles, the Stooges navigate a series of escapades before the child is safely reunited with his parents.", "summary": "The Stooges are awakened in the middle of the night by the crying of an abandoned infant left on their doorstep.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035351/", "releaseDate": "1942-11-13", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sock-a-Bye_Baby", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 49", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sock-a-Bye_Baby", "runtimeSeconds": 1069, "runtime": "17:49" }, { "n": 67, "title": "They Stooge to Conga", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 January 01", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/They_Stooge_to_Conga", "video": "IYliY2pfJyk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - They Stooge to Conga - Ep. 67", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/IYliY2pfJyk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAO4gsuata1ZAEdyl9AZ0R5wT8Gbg", "plot": "The Stooges are inept repairmen who undertake the task of repairing the doorbell of a sprawling residence, unaware that it serves as the clandestine headquarters for a group of Nazi agents, led by the formidable Hans. The agents are preparing to carry out sabotage involving a remote submarine. Meanwhile, the Stooges's energetic but clueless efforts to repair the doorbell wreak havoc within the premises, causing extensive damage to the house's infrastructure and disrupting the city's telephone wire system. When Moe and Larry enter a room that is outfitted with a swastika banner and a portrait of Adolf Hitler , they realize that they have stumbled into a nest of spies. They confront Hans and his Japanese counterpart, knocking them unconscious while impersonating Axis leaders Hitler and Hideki Tojo by assuming their attire. Curly fortuitously discovers the radio that was to be used for sabotage, and the Stooges wrest control of the hostile submarine and engineer its destruction via remote manipulation. This results in the entrapment of the enemy operatives, ultimately leading to their defeat as the Stooges prevail in overpowering their adversaries.", "summary": "The Stooges are inept repairmen who undertake the task of repairing the doorbell of a sprawling residence, unaware that it serves as the clandestine headquarters for a group of Nazi agents, led by the formidable Hans.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036429/", "releaseDate": "1943-01-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/They_Stooge_to_Conga", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 32", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/They_Stooge_to_Conga", "runtimeSeconds": 932, "runtime": "15:32" }, { "n": 68, "title": "Dizzy Detectives", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 February 05", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Detectives", "video": "76QAFTjaQao", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Dizzy Detectives - Ep. 68", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/76QAFTjaQao/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBrBOX7M-tCcXb1dxlEbO_5gjVs0g", "plot": "Following a series of mishaps during a door installation endeavor, the Stooges find themselves recruited as police officers by the police commissioner. Tasked with apprehending the notorious \"Ape Man,\" a thief disguised in a gorilla suit, they face the ultimatum of capturing the criminal or risking their positions. Acting on a tip regarding the Ape Man's whereabouts, the Stooges stake out an antique store. During their surveillance, Curly's encounter with a rocking chair inadvertently entangles him with a startled cat, resulting in chaos. The situation escalates when they confront the Ape Man, revealed to be a genuine gorilla named Bonzo, who effortlessly bends their firearms. Subsequently, they uncover a conspiracy involving Mr. Dill, head of the citizen's league, who seeks to oust the police chief for personal gain. The Stooges engage in a physical brawl with the thugs responsible for orchestrating the Ape Man's activities, ultimately confronting Bonzo. Utilizing multiple slapstick methods, they go on to defeat the thugs in a series of brawls. The climax occurs when Curly, faced with Bonzo, delivers a decisive headbutt that triggers the gorilla's explosive demise due to ingesting nitroglycerin .", "summary": "Following a series of mishaps during a door installation endeavor, the Stooges find themselves recruited as police officers by the police commissioner.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035813/", "releaseDate": "1943-02-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Detectives", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 38", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Detectives", "runtimeSeconds": 1118, "runtime": "18:38" }, { "n": 69, "title": "Spook Louder", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 April 02", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spook_Louder", "video": "dXQ36AoGNmU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Spook Louder - Ep. 69", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dXQ36AoGNmU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBLedA03S6-EhTCYuD1CB-iJ-6b9Q", "plot": "A newspaper reporter interviews Professor J.O. Dunkfeather to gather information about a spy ring broken up by three salesmen. Dunkfeather narrates a story that commences with the Stooges portraying traveling salesmen trying unsuccessfully to market the \"Miracle Reducing Machine\". Fortuitously, the trio stumbles upon the residence of the inventor Graves, who mistakenly assumes them to be the new caretakers. Graves, en route to Washington, D.C., entrusts his eerie mansion to the Stooges, intending to return after demonstrating his revolutionary death ray machine. In Graves' absence, nefarious spies in Halloween costumes steal into the mansion, unsettling the Stooges. The Stooges become further agitated by unexplained cream pie projectiles, thrown by an unseen antagonist. Cornered by the spies, the Stooges employ a bomb provided by Graves, effectively subduing the criminals and safeguarding Graves' confidential inventions. The narrative returns to the present as the inquisitive reporter seeks the identity of the mysterious pie-thrower. Dunkfeather claims responsibility, but is suddenly and inexplicably hit in the face by a hurled pie, casting doubt on his account.", "summary": "A newspaper reporter interviews Professor J.O.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036381/", "releaseDate": "1943-04-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spook_Louder", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 01", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spook_Louder", "runtimeSeconds": 961, "runtime": "16:01" }, { "n": 70, "title": "Back from the Front", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 May 28", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_from_the_Front", "video": "Zu44x8GiMW0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Back from the Front - Ep. 70", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Zu44x8GiMW0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDj_RAPohyX4UxdhpHq0ngIK4X-OQ", "plot": "The Stooges bid farewell to their romantic partners and enlist in the Merchant Marines to contribute to the war effort . While aboard ship, they experience seasickness and engage in a brief altercation with Lieutenant Dungen (later revealed as a Nazi spy). When a torpedo penetrates the hull of the ship and intrudes into their space, the Stooges mistake it for a whale and Moe commands its destruction, resulting in an unexpected explosion. Lost at sea for an extended duration, the Stooges encounter the SS Schicklgruber , where they clandestinely board the vessel. Amidst their time adrift, they had grown full beards. Encountering Lieutenant Dungen once more, they remain unrecognized due to their altered appearances. Realizing the presence of German sailors aboard, they engage in a covert operation to overpower the crew, ultimately assuming control of the ship by forcing the sailors overboard.", "summary": "The Stooges bid farewell to their romantic partners and enlist in the Merchant Marines to contribute to the war effort .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035658/", "releaseDate": "1943-05-28", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_from_the_Front", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 52", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Back_from_the_Front", "runtimeSeconds": 1072, "runtime": "17:52" }, { "n": 71, "title": "Three Little Twirps", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 July 09", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Twirps", "video": "nI2vJPmxeYI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Little Twirps - Ep. 71", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nI2vJPmxeYI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAzlvR_Djk-gaP9GX8hMgHh4OUZ6g", "plot": "Employed as paperhangers, the Stooges wreck a circus poster they were affixing to a billboard, leading to their dismissal by their boss, circus owner Herman. Having been paid off in tickets to the circus, they profit by selling the tickets at a discounted rate. However, they attract the attention of authorities, who chase them through the circus grounds. Curly hides in the bearded lady's dressing room. Resisting her advances, Curly inadvertently knocks her out and has to assume her makeup and costume. To evade capture, he and Larry disguise themselves as a horse – which is about to be shot by a nearsighted animal trainer, to yield horsemeat for the lions. The circus owner and the local sheriff confront the Stooges. When no one in the audience volunteers for the \"human target\" act, Herman recruits the Stooges. The \"Sultan of Abba Dabba\" aims spears at the hapless Stooges. Curly escapes the savage sultan by climbing a pole to a platform high above the ground. The savage follows, and Curly is trapped on the high wire. Moe and Larry grab a safety net – but the net turns out to be a clowns' prop, made of paper.", "summary": "Employed as paperhangers, the Stooges wreck a circus poster they were affixing to a billboard, leading to their dismissal by their boss, circus owner Herman.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036434/", "releaseDate": "1943-07-09", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Twirps", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Twirps", "runtimeSeconds": 927, "runtime": "15:27" }, { "n": 72, "title": "Higher Than a Kite", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 July 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Higher_Than_a_Kite", "video": "-iENb8FxZRc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Higher Than a Kite - Ep. 72", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-iENb8FxZRc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAIJkAkaOimWHRbNDwI_vwLyTkgqA", "plot": "The Stooges want to fly for the Royal Air Force but find themselves relegated to the role of mechanics in an airport garage. Assigned the task of remedying a mysterious squeaking noise emanating from the Colonel's car by his assistant, Kelly, the Stooges embark on a series of mishaps. Curly has a harrowing encounter with the car's hood while opening it with a crowbar; Moe's head becomes lodged in a pipe; the windshield is shattered during an altercation; and the engine is dismantled in a futile search for the squeak. The Stooges hurriedly shovel the parts into the engine compartment before Kelly's return, but find themselves on the run after Kelly discovers their subterfuge, seeking refuge in a blockbuster bomb mistaken for a sewer pipe. Events take a dramatic turn as the blockbuster is dropped behind enemy lines (reflecting the recent British bombing of Cologne , Germany, in June 1942). In a bid to evade capture, Moe and Curly adopt disguises as German officers, while Larry assumes the role of a woman named \"Moronica.\" They unexpectedly encounter General Bommel and Marshall Boring (caricatures of German military figures Erwin Rommel and Hermann Göring , respectively), and the latter attempts a flirtation with \"Moronica\". The Stooges seize enemy secrets from under the noses of the Nazi officers, incapacitating them in the process. During the trio's escape, a portrait of Hitler gets stuck to Curly's backside, which becomes the target of attack by a bulldog adorned in U.S. Marines regalia.", "summary": "The Stooges want to fly for the Royal Air Force but find themselves relegated to the role of mechanics in an airport garage.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036000/", "releaseDate": "1943-07-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Higher_Than_a_Kite", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 28", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Higher_Than_a_Kite", "runtimeSeconds": 1048, "runtime": "17:28" }, { "n": 73, "title": "I Can Hardly Wait", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 August 13", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Can_Hardly_Wait", "video": "CHx2VqHN724", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - I Can Hardly Wait - Ep. 73", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CHx2VqHN724/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDwIoZ4Cx9Bt_eoi7V-t3h-Odz_-A", "plot": "The Stooges are defense workers at the Heedlock Airplane Corp. (a pun on the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation ). Their late night feast begins with a mistaken attempt to crack open a refrigerator, believing it to be a safe, leading to a humble late-night meal of ham, egg, bread, and coffee. Curly's misfortune strikes when he breaks a tooth on the ham bone, resulting in a severe toothache. After dinner, the Stooges settle into a bunk bed arrangement, with Curly occupying the top tier. Amidst mishaps and failed attempts to alleviate Curly's pain, the scene transitions into his dream, where his incessant complaints about his toothache prompt his comrades to resort to unconventional home dentistry methods. These include using a fishing pole, tying the tooth to a doorknob, suspending it from a ceiling light, and even resorting to a firecracker. The dream culminates in a visit to the dentist, Dr. Tug, where Curly's fear and resistance complicate the examination. Exhausted, Dr. Tug delegates the task to his partner, Dr. Yank, who mistakenly administers anesthesia to Moe instead of Curly. This leads to a mix-up where Moe undergoes the tooth extraction instead. Upon realizing the error, Moe awakens to find Curly holding the extracted tooth, sparking his ire and resulting in a chaotic scuffle. Curly begins flailing in his sleep, causing the bunk bed to collapse, sending the Stooges tumbling amidst the wreckage. Moe's frustration culminates in a punch to Curly's jaw, inadvertently dislodging the troublesome tooth. With the ordeal concluded, the trio settles back to sleep amidst the chaos of their collapsed bunk bed.", "summary": "The Stooges are defense workers at the Heedlock Airplane Corp.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036024/", "releaseDate": "1943-08-13", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Can_Hardly_Wait", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I_Can_Hardly_Wait", "runtimeSeconds": 1107, "runtime": "18:27" }, { "n": 74, "title": "Dizzy Pilots", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 September 24", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Pilots", "video": "9s1sdJ4V33I", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Dizzy Pilots - Ep. 74", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9s1sdJ4V33I/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLB0dXsG4rVWNTL8Vq0xvxozxj_NjA", "plot": "The Stooges are aviators (\"the Wrong Brothers\") in the Republic of Cannabeer, P.U., whose work is interrupted by an army draft notice (signed by one Joe Strubachincoscow). However, they have been deferred because of their plans for the new \"Buzzard\" aircraft. Their progress is stymied by a succession of mishaps. Foremost among their problems is Moe being repeatedly immersed in quick-drying melted rubber. Curly and Larry's attempts to correct this involve hydrogen and a shotgun, culminating in Moe's aerial ascent and subsequent descent into a well. Then they try to maneuver the unwieldy aircraft out of its hangar, sending Moe skyward again and back into the liquid rubber. They demonstrate the Buzzard to representatives of the Sky Aircraft Company, but are foiled by mechanical failures and errors. The Stooges lose control of the plane and fall into a well, drenching both themselves and the officials. This lands the Stooges in the army, where they tangle with a tough drill sergeant and finally flee from military service.", "summary": "The Stooges are aviators (\"the Wrong Brothers\") in the Republic of Cannabeer, P.U., whose work is interrupted by an army draft notice (signed by one Joe Strubachincoscow).", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035814/", "releaseDate": "1943-09-24", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Pilots", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 53", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dizzy_Pilots", "runtimeSeconds": 1013, "runtime": "16:53" }, { "n": 75, "title": "Phony Express", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 November 18", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phony_Express", "video": "AHOr_7QZVWg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Phony Express - Ep. 75", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/AHOr_7QZVWg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDWjQEZN3UddN-exR7YLXYFKtGB1w", "plot": "In the besieged environs of Peaceful Gulch, threatened by a marauding contingent of bandits and brigands, the town's mayor, formulates a stratagem to deter the encroaching menace. This plan entails the dissemination of a fabricated report heralding the imminent arrival of three resolute marshals (the Stooges), their identities appropriated from a wanted poster portraying vagrants , valued at a nominal price. Despite this intricate scheme, the Stooges nearly face expulsion from the township subsequent to a misguided endeavor to administer a purported panacea to the ailing sheriff, afflicted with lumbago, which imperils his well-being. The Stooges find themselves ensconced within the precincts of a local saloon. Here, they confront the leader of the marauders, Red, who endeavors to assuage them through conviviality and libations, only to have their deception unravelled. In a display of ingenuity, the trio prevails over their adversaries, effectuating their escape from imminent peril. Subsequently entrusted with the solemn responsibility of safeguarding the town's financial bastion, the Stooges are confronted with a brazen act of bank robbery in their charge's absence. To avert dire consequences, they embark on a quest to apprehend the culprits. Amidst their pursuit, Curly, assuming the guise of a bloodhound , momentarily diverts his attention to a whimsical pursuit of a skunk. Despite this diversion, their tenacity leads them to the discovery of the stolen plunder, just as the malefactors return to their hideaway. A series of misfortunes culminates in Curly's inadvertent confinement within a stove, unwittingly becoming a receptacle for the ill-gotten gains. However, a fortuitous mishap ensues as a conflagration, ignited accidentally, propels a cascade of bullets, dispersing the outlaws in disarray.", "summary": "In the besieged environs of Peaceful Gulch, threatened by a marauding contingent of bandits and brigands, the town's mayor, formulates a stratagem to deter the encroaching menace.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036263/", "releaseDate": "1943-11-18", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phony_Express", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 09", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phony_Express", "runtimeSeconds": 1029, "runtime": "17:09" }, { "n": 76, "title": "A Gem of a Jam", "year": 1943, "date": "1943 December 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Gem_of_a_Jam", "video": "DdMsWfP3g3Q", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Gem of a Jam - Ep. 76", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DdMsWfP3g3Q/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDfolAZ5PoxGXgxrHKcbyIbzT92mQ", "plot": "The Stooges are janitors employed at a medical facility during the nocturnal hours. The narrative unfolds through a series of comedic mishaps, commencing with Moe's inadvertent electric shock incident, resulting in an impromptu performance resembling a Cossack dance . Subsequently, Curly becomes ensnared with his head trapped inside a fishbowl, prompting a sequence wherein Moe and Larry endeavor to dislodge the vessel, eventually succeeding but inadvertently evoking sensations of internal tickling within Curly instigated by an ingested goldfish. Following an attempted escape after a robbery, a fugitive criminal sustains a gunshot wound to his arm and seeks refuge. Mistaking the doctor's office for a functional medical facility, the criminals bring their injured comrade to the Stooges. The Stooges, assuming the roles of physicians, administer unconventional anesthesia with a rubber mallet. The Stooges, distracted with their backs turned, accidentally dislodge the criminal from the gurney, causing him to descend through a nearby window and land directly in a waiting police vehicle stationed below. Subsequently, witnessing the ensuing chaos, the remaining criminals hastily flee but are eventually apprehended by law enforcement authorities. Seeking refuge from the ensuing pandemonium, the Stooges retreat to a foreboding storage area, encountering a jittery night watchman and an array of eerie artifacts, including a sizable jack-in-the-box. Amidst the chaos, Curly becomes encased in rapidly drying plaster, rendering him immobile and assuming a ghostly appearance. Consequently, his unintentional frightful presence ends up scaring all involved.", "summary": "The Stooges are janitors employed at a medical facility during the nocturnal hours.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0035928/", "releaseDate": "1943-12-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Gem_of_a_Jam", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Gem_of_a_Jam", "runtimeSeconds": 987, "runtime": "16:27" }, { "n": 77, "title": "Crash Goes the Hash", "year": 1944, "date": "1944 February 04", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crash_Goes_the_Hash", "video": "8rIGLWgz98I", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Crash Goes the Hash - Ep. 77", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8rIGLWgz98I/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAYeCWd_DNLzwPpzMeaTUR3UB66Xw", "plot": "Fuller Bull, the beleaguered chief of the failing Daily News , chides his hired reporters for failing to secure a story to rival that of their competitor, the Daily Star Press . Mistakenly identifying three tradesmen as journalists from the rival publication, Bull promptly recruits them to procure a photograph of visiting dignitary Prince Shaam of Ubeedarn, who is rumored to be planning nuptials with local socialite Mrs. Van Bustle. Disguised as servants, the trio infiltrates a party at Mrs. Van Bustle's residence held in honor of the prince. The Stooges unintentionally disturb the event by presenting hors d'œuvres that are deemed unappetizing, featuring dog biscuits accompanied by canned peas (erroneously perceived as canapés ), and a turkey housing a live parrot within its cavity. Outraged, the prince departs, trailed by the majordomo , Lord Flint. Undeterred, the Stooges uncover the true identities of both the prince and his aide as criminals plotting a robbery. Subsequently, the Stooges report to Bull that the purported Prince Shaam is an imposter, leading to the arrest of him and Flint. Delighted by this revelation, Bull halts production to include an extra edition of the paper, rewarding the trio handsomely for their efforts. Grateful for their intervention, Mrs. Van Bustle decides to marry Curly as a gesture of appreciation for foiling Shaam's robbery scheme.", "summary": "Fuller Bull, the beleaguered chief of the failing Daily News , chides his hired reporters for failing to secure a story to rival that of their competitor, the Daily Star Press .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036727/", "releaseDate": "1944-02-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crash_Goes_the_Hash", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 36", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crash_Goes_the_Hash", "runtimeSeconds": 1056, "runtime": "17:36" }, { "n": 78, "title": "Busy Buddies", "year": 1944, "date": "1944 March 18", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busy_Buddies_(film)", "video": "LtbItQtWAGA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Busy Buddies - Ep. 78", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/LtbItQtWAGA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAZR52jG8jdIWS1ga9Fos8xld9EtQ", "plot": "The Stooges, proprietors of the Jive Cafe, find themselves grappling with significant financial indebtedness. In a bid to alleviate their financial woes, they reluctantly undertake a secondary occupation, affixing posters for a modest remuneration of one penny per poster. Their attention is captivated by a particular poster advertising a lucrative cow milking competition promising a grand prize of $100. Promptly seizing the opportunity, Moe and Larry nominate Curly as their representative for the contest and embark on a quest to procure a bovine specimen for practice. Serendipitously, they encounter what they believe to be a cow behind a nearby fence, though it transpires to be a bull. Curly's attempts at milking the bovine prove futile, as he is promptly ejected over a fence on two occasions and later propelled onto a nearby telephone pole. On the day of the competition, Curly (dubbed \"K. O. Bossy\"), finds himself unable to extract even a single drop of milk from the cow's udder. Desperate to salvage the situation, Moe and Larry devise a ruse involving them donning a cow costume while concealing a jug of milk. Their subterfuge appears successful until Curly inadvertently removes the mock udder, resulting in a torrent of milk cascading forth and ultimately leading to his disqualification. Subsequently, during a tumultuous altercation with the contest's victor, the Stooges are unceremoniously ejected from the stage, amid the disapproving jeers of the audience, having been exposed for their attempted deception.", "summary": "The Stooges, proprietors of the Jive Cafe, find themselves grappling with significant financial indebtedness.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036682/", "releaseDate": "1944-03-18", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busy_Buddies_(film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 46", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Busy_Buddies_(film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1006, "runtime": "16:46" }, { "n": 79, "title": "The Yoke's on Me", "year": 1944, "date": "1944 May 26", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Yoke's_on_Me", "video": "jGSzDgIECnI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - The Yoke's on Me - Ep. 79", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jGSzDgIECnI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCm2FToZfVcEINkcv5v2zUBWuaFFQ", "plot": "The Stooges try to join the army but are labeled 4-F by the draft board due to Curly having water on the knee . After they decide to go on vacation until a job comes along, their father ( Robert McKenzie ) insists they aid the war effort instead by becoming farmers. Inspired, the trio sell their dilapidated car and buy an equally dilapidated farm. The farm contains no livestock except for one chicken and two geese , one adult male, and a baby goose that Curly helps out of a hole by filling it with water from a hose. The boys then spot some pumpkins and decide to carve and sell them. Meanwhile a police officer tells the farmer that sold the Stooges the farm some Japanese Americans escaped from a prison camp, and that an ostrich escapes from a circus . In the interim, the escaped Japanese-Americans from the prison camp (known during World War II as relocation centers), and work their way onto the Stooges' farm. Curly is the first to notice some suspicious activity (one of the escapees places a carved pumpkin on his head, spooking Curly). Eventually, Moe and Larry believe him, and realize that the farm is surrounded by the Japanese-Americans (whom they mistake for Japanese invaders). Moe then throws an ostrich egg (laden with digested gunpowder) at the escapees, killing them.", "summary": "The Stooges try to join the army but are labeled 4-F by the draft board due to Curly having water on the knee .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037474/", "releaseDate": "1944-05-26", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Yoke's_on_Me", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 08", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Yoke's_on_Me", "runtimeSeconds": 968, "runtime": "16:08" }, { "n": 80, "title": "Idle Roomers", "year": 1944, "date": "1944 July 15", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idle_Roomers_(1944_film)", "video": "35S3hc-_mrQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Idle Roomers - Ep. 80", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/35S3hc-_mrQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCfI9tj6fOeW4taxOZSUlAwad494g", "plot": "As bellhops at the esteemed Hotel Snazzy Plaza, the Stooges find themselves entangled in a series of misadventures. Their initial aspiration to court an attractive woman on the premises is thwarted by the presence of her formidable and ill-tempered husband, proficient in the art of knife throwing. Complicating matters further is the clandestine importation of Lupe the Wolf Man, a creature prone to uncontrollable fits of rage upon hearing music. Subsequently, during Curly's routine cleaning of the couple's quarters, the inadvertent activation of a radio precipitates Lupe's violent rampage. In their frantic attempt to flee, the Stooges seek refuge in the hotel's elevator, unaware of the wolf man's presence. Manipulating the elevator controls, Lupe inadvertently propels the trio and himself skyward, resulting in a chaotic ascent through the elevator shaft.", "summary": "As bellhops at the esteemed Hotel Snazzy Plaza, the Stooges find themselves entangled in a series of misadventures.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036948/", "releaseDate": "1944-07-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idle_Roomers_(1944_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 51 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idle_Roomers_(1944_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1011, "runtime": "16:51" }, { "n": 81, "title": "Gents Without Cents", "year": 1944, "date": "1944 September 22", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gents_Without_Cents", "video": "to8dGH2f75A", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Gents Without Cents - Ep. 81", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/to8dGH2f75A/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLApsnwbkXNw3FMArrR08LDSUN_FPw", "plot": "The Stooges are vaudevillians rehearsing a comedy sketch in their apartment. Faced with the obstacle of noisy neighbors upstairs disrupting their rehearsals, the trio go to confront them but unexpectedly encounter three talented dancers, Flo, Mary, and Shirley (played by acrobatic dancers Lindsay Bourquin, Laverne Thompson, and Betty Phares, who are billed simply as \"Lindsay, Laverne, Betty\"). A fortuitous friendship ensues, leading the group to seek representation from talent agent Manny Weeks. Weeks is unimpressed at first because the trio sings a corny song called \"We Just Dropped In to Say Hello\". He brightens when they start a more up-to-date, jazzy nonsense scat-singing number called \"Rat-tat-toodle-oodle-day-ay\". Weeks gives them a chance to entertain defense workers at the Noazark Shipbuilding Company. Their physical-comedy \" Slowly I Turned \" routine captivates the audience, propelling the Stooges and their newfound friends into the spotlight when they offer to replace the scheduled headliners. Weeks, impressed by their performance, extends an offer to the Stooges for a Broadway debut. Amid the whirlwind of opportunities, the Stooges grapple with the prospect of leaving their romantic partners behind, ultimately culminating in a series of nuptials and a chase scene reminiscent of their \"Slowly I Turned\" routine.", "summary": "The Stooges are vaudevillians rehearsing a comedy sketch in their apartment.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0036860/", "releaseDate": "1944-09-22", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gents_Without_Cents", "runtimeOriginal": "19 : 02", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gents_Without_Cents", "runtimeSeconds": 1142, "runtime": "19:02" }, { "n": 82, "title": "No Dough Boys", "year": 1944, "date": "1944 November 24", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Dough_Boys", "video": "9642K9u6x18", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - No Dough Boys - Ep. 82", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9642K9u6x18/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAmNZ3UxsopJOToEaOCn2IcHR5_IA", "plot": "The Stooges find themselves inadvertently embroiled in a series of comedic misadventures while donning yellowface attire for a photo shoot depicting Japanese soldiers. Directed by their boss to maintain their costumes during their lunch break to expedite the shoot, the trio unwittingly becomes entangled in a case of mistaken identity. Upon arriving at a restaurant, the Stooges are mistaken for Japanese soldiers by the apprehensive owner, triggered by a newspaper headline reporting the escape of three Japanese individuals. Their escape from the restaurant leads them into an alley where they stumble upon a hidden door, gaining access to the lair of a Nazi spy named Hugo. Mistaking the Stooges for the escaped Japanese soldiers, Hugo decides to exploit their presence to impress his associates. The Stooges, eager to prove themselves, engage in a series of comedic antics, including teaching jujitsu to women and performing acrobatic stunts. However, their efforts are complicated when the real Japanese soldiers arrive, leading to a chaotic confrontation in which the Stooges ultimately emerge triumphant, albeit through a series of mishaps involving misidentification under flickering lights.", "summary": "The Stooges find themselves inadvertently embroiled in a series of comedic misadventures while donning yellowface attire for a photo shoot depicting Japanese soldiers.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037132/", "releaseDate": "1944-11-24", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Dough_Boys", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 54", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/No_Dough_Boys", "runtimeSeconds": 1014, "runtime": "16:54" }, { "n": 83, "title": "Three Pests in a Mess", "year": 1945, "date": "1945 January 19", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Pests_in_a_Mess", "video": "tu7h_GljF7o", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Pests in a Mess - Ep. 83", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tu7h_GljF7o/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAP0KhY27yfE7EkmtpWoP7oDmdyfg", "plot": "The Stooges endeavor to secure a patent for their fly-catching invention. Unbeknownst to them, their conversation regarding the need to capture 100,000 flies to obtain the patent is overheard by a group of nefarious individuals residing across the hallway. Mistakenly believing that Curly possesses $100,000, one of the crooks, employing flirtatious tactics, attempts to coerce him into relinquishing the purported funds. However, upon discovering that the sum refers to flies rather than currency, she turns against them and mobilizes the crooks to pursue the Stooges. Seeking refuge, the trio takes cover in a sporting goods store, where a series of mishaps ensue, reaching its zenith when Curly unintentionally shoots a mannequin, laboring under the erroneous belief that he has taken a human life. Fueled by their misconception, the Stooges embark on a burial expedition for the mannequin, unaware of its true nature, in a nearby pet cemetery. Their efforts to conceal their imagined crime are thwarted when the cemetery's night watchman observes their activities and alerts the owner, Philip Black. Attending a masquerade party with his associates, Black arrives at the cemetery in a spooky guise, encountering the Stooges in the midst of their burial attempt. Amidst the chaos that ensues, involving the Stooges attempting to dispose of the mannequin, the cemetery's inhabitants unexpectedly emerge from their resting places, prompting the Stooges to flee in terror.", "summary": "The Stooges endeavor to secure a patent for their fly-catching invention.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038167/", "releaseDate": "1945-01-19", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Pests_in_a_Mess", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 19", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Pests_in_a_Mess", "runtimeSeconds": 919, "runtime": "15:19" }, { "n": 84, "title": "Booby Dupes", "year": 1945, "date": "1945 March 17", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booby_Dupes", "video": "Z_Z6RAd3-ZE", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Booby Dupes - Ep. 84", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Z_Z6RAd3-ZE/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAHxnyRmndmFN48P_UivlWmEMWpvQ", "plot": "The Stooges are fish peddlers who opt to bypass intermediaries by catching their own fish. Procuring fishermen uniforms and a boat, they encounter a series of comedic misadventures, including Curly inadvertently acquiring a navy captain's uniform while flirting with the captain's partner. Following this episode, the trio regroups and invests in a propeller boat, using funds raised from trading their car. However, their vessel proves to be faulty, and they find themselves in dire straits when it begins to sink at sea. Seeking rescue, they board their spare dinghy and attempt to signal passing planes for assistance. Unfortunately, their distress signal, crafted from a white rag adorned with a large red paint splatter, bears an unintended resemblance to the flag of Japan. Mistaken for Japanese sailors by overhead bombers, the Stooges become targets of an aerial attack. In a bid to evade the onslaught, Moe ingeniously constructs a makeshift motor using a propeller and Curly's victrola , enabling the trio to flee the scene amidst the chaos.", "summary": "The Stooges are fish peddlers who opt to bypass intermediaries by catching their own fish.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037550/", "releaseDate": "1945-03-17", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booby_Dupes", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 02", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booby_Dupes", "runtimeSeconds": 1022, "runtime": "17:02" }, { "n": 85, "title": "Idiots Deluxe", "year": 1945, "date": "1945 July 20", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiots_Deluxe", "video": "4iGybmbRceo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Idiots Deluxe - Ep. 85", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4iGybmbRceo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC7WI8UkStGrYRVq6uMMt19yoHRHQ", "plot": "Moe stands trial for assaulting Larry and Curly, presenting a defense centered on his purported illness and the need for peace and quiet as advised by his physician. The tranquility he seeks is disrupted by the duo's loud rehearsal of their musical routine, \"The Original Two-Man Quartet,\" featuring \" She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain .\" In a moment of frustration, Moe restrains Larry and Curly with a trombone slide. Concerned for Moe's well-being, Larry and Curly decide to alleviate his stress by taking him on a hunting excursion. While in a remote cabin, their plans are thwarted by a hungry bear that ravages their provisions and ultimately wreaks havoc by commandeering their car. Returning to the courtroom, Moe concludes his narrative by expressing the necessity of returning to bed for an extended period. Moved by his plight, the judge acquits Moe of the charges. However, upon receiving his axe back, Moe immediately resumes his pursuit of Larry and Curly.", "summary": "Moe stands trial for assaulting Larry and Curly, presenting a defense centered on his purported illness and the need for peace and quiet as advised by his physician.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037812/", "releaseDate": "1945-07-20", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiots_Deluxe", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 28", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Idiots_Deluxe", "runtimeSeconds": 1048, "runtime": "17:28" }, { "n": 86, "title": "If a Body Meets a Body", "year": 1945, "date": "1945 August 30", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_a_Body_Meets_a_Body", "video": "gLSbAH07eT0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - If a Body Meets a Body - Ep. 86", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gLSbAH07eT0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCyaJkCggwv0JqX0B-PJdumcF7BgQ", "plot": "The Stooges, currently unemployed, sift through job listings in search of employment. While preparing a meal, Curly inadvertently includes a horseshoe in the soup, mistaking it for a juicy bone, prompting frustration from his companions. Their ire escalates when they discover a newspaper article announcing Curly's inheritance from his deceased uncle Bob O. Link. At the reading of the will, the lawyer overseeing the proceedings vanishes, along with the will itself, only to be later discovered murdered. Suspected of foul play, the Stooges, alongside other potential heirs, are confined to the mansion overnight. During the night, eerie incidents unsettle the trio, including encounters with a parrot nesting within a human skull , ominous sounds, and the discovery of Link's corpse. In a moment of panic, the Stooges expose the killer, disguised as the maid, whose identity is unveiled when their wig dislodges, revealing the concealed will. Upon perusing the will, the Stooges and Curly learn of the disproportionate allocation of inheritance, with Curly receiving a mere 67 cents compared to his cousin's substantial bequest, much to their chagrin.", "summary": "The Stooges, currently unemployed, sift through job listings in search of employment.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037813/", "releaseDate": "1945-08-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_a_Body_Meets_a_Body", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 11", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/If_a_Body_Meets_a_Body", "runtimeSeconds": 1091, "runtime": "18:11" }, { "n": 87, "title": "Micro-Phonies", "year": 1945, "date": "1945 November 15", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Micro-Phonies", "video": "j5EpkYxbSTw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Micro-Phonies - Ep. 87", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/j5EpkYxbSTw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCPl-c4ZYt0vxbFUdw8QjXhuZyYYw", "plot": "In their roles as handymen at radio station KGBY, the Stooges engage in a series of mishaps while attempting to connect a pipe to a radiator. Their antics lead to a confrontation with their boss, resulting in further chaos as they inadvertently damage property and irritate an Italian baritone singer and pianist in a neighboring session. Seeking refuge, they stumble into the recording room of aspiring singer Alice Van Doren, where they serendipitously discover her record, \" Voices of Spring .\" Impressed by Alice's operatic prowess, the Stooges, with Curly impersonating her voice while disguised as a woman, catch the attention of radio host Mrs. Bixby, who hires them for a radio performance. A dispute ensues among the Stooges just before their performance, leading to Moe impulsively breaking a record over Curly's head, ironically, in an attempt to safeguard it. Larry improvises by hastily selecting the \" Lucia Sextet \" from a collection of records, misidentifying it as the \"Sextet from Lucy.\" This selection necessitates pantomime by all three Stooges, which proceeds smoothly until the Italian baritone recognizes them and interrupts the performance by unplugging the phonograph. This abrupt halt leaves the trio groaning in disappointment, with Curly feigning the loss of his voice as an excuse. Nevertheless, Alice's genuine talent is recognized by her father, prompting him to support her musical aspirations. Meanwhile, the Stooges face ridicule from the party guests, symbolized by being pelted with records as they hastily depart the scene.", "summary": "In their roles as handymen at radio station KGBY, the Stooges engage in a series of mishaps while attempting to connect a pipe to a radiator.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0037911/", "releaseDate": "1945-11-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Micro-Phonies", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 53", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Micro-Phonies", "runtimeSeconds": 1013, "runtime": "16:53" }, { "n": 88, "title": "Beer Barrel Polecats", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 January 10", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beer_Barrel_Polecats", "video": "FOADw-KI1BU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Beer Barrel Polecats - Ep. 88", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FOADw-KI1BU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLA9WHCu0UGjHRemyXXf7j-z41qj0A", "plot": "In their quest for beer during Prohibition, the Stooges resort to brewing their own concoction, using a recipe called \"Panther Pilsner Beer\" (an allusion to the popular slang term for bad alcohol \" Panther Piss \"). Confusion over which of them were responsible for adding yeast to the mixture leads to a comical explosion. Despite eventual success, their venture takes a legal turn when Curly inadvertently sells a bottle to an undercover detective at an inflated price, resulting in their incarceration. In prison, the Stooges initiate an escape plan, unintentionally incapacitating the warden in the process. While serving time on the rock pile, they encounter a fellow inmate and an old acquaintance, Percy Pomeroy, with whom they collaborate on a prison break. The attempt fails, leading to their transfer to solitary confinement. Decades later, the elderly trio is finally released as senior citizens. Curly expresses his desire for a tall bottle of beer upon freedom, prompting Moe and Larry to intervene by attacking Curly and convincing the warden to return him to jail, thereby avoiding further complications.", "summary": "In their quest for beer during Prohibition, the Stooges resort to brewing their own concoction, using a recipe called \"Panther Pilsner Beer\" (an allusion to the popular slang term for bad alcohol \" Panther Piss \").", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038344/", "releaseDate": "1946-01-10", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beer_Barrel_Polecats", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 33", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beer_Barrel_Polecats", "runtimeSeconds": 1053, "runtime": "17:33" }, { "n": 89, "title": "A Bird in the Head", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 February 28", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Bird_in_the_Head", "video": "53vmI124l9A", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Bird in the Head - Ep. 89", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/53vmI124l9A/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBB6N8GiQmsXSZy329hdwWV-HjRAw", "plot": "The Stooges, employed as paperhangers, fail to meet their boss Mr. Beedle's standards, resulting in a botched job that incites his wrath. In their haste to escape his anger, they inadvertently stumble into the laboratory of the eccentric Professor Panzer and his assistant Nikko. Panzer, obsessed with transplanting a human brain into his gorilla Igor, identifies Curly as the ideal candidate. The trio finds themselves locked in the laboratory as Panzer schemes to extract Curly's brain. Amidst the chaos, Igor breaks free but forms an unexpected bond with Curly, leading to a reversal of allegiance. In a bid to evade Panzer's clutches, the Stooges dismantle the laboratory, facilitating their escape with Igor in tow.", "summary": "The Stooges, employed as paperhangers, fail to meet their boss Mr.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038359/", "releaseDate": "1946-02-28", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Bird_in_the_Head", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 18", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Bird_in_the_Head", "runtimeSeconds": 1038, "runtime": "17:18" }, { "n": 90, "title": "Uncivil War Birds", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 March 29", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncivil_War_Birds", "video": "YhncrUJCVqo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Uncivil Warbirds - Ep. 90", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YhncrUJCVqo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDmVZfmo1_0G4SZhLmnrsFT-Wjl2w", "plot": "Amidst the backdrop of the American Civil War , the Stooges inadvertently enlist in opposing factions: Moe and Larry in the Union Army , and Curly in the Confederacy . Complications arise when each faction mistakes the others as captives, leading to a series of mistaken identities and comedic misunderstandings. As the confusion escalates, Moe and Larry, seeking to evade capture, resort to donning Confederate uniforms. However, their ruse is short-lived as they find themselves ensnared within Union army headquarters. In a bid for freedom, the trio resorts to a theatrical minstrel show performance, adopting blackface disguises. Despite the absurdity of their antics, they manage to elude their captors and escape. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in matrimonial bliss for the Stooges as they wed their respective brides. However, the joyous occasion takes an unexpected turn when the brides promptly retaliate against their newlywed husbands with physical aggression following their first kiss when the trio accidentally spill their drinks behind their new wives backs.", "summary": "Amidst the backdrop of the American Civil War , the Stooges inadvertently enlist in opposing factions: Moe and Larry in the Union Army , and Curly in the Confederacy .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039062/", "releaseDate": "1946-03-29", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncivil_War_Birds", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 31", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Uncivil_War_Birds", "runtimeSeconds": 1051, "runtime": "17:31" }, { "n": 91, "title": "The Three Troubledoers", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 April 25", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three_Troubledoers", "video": "Bvpp_CR0ytY", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - The Three Troubledoers - Ep. 91", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Bvpp_CR0ytY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDe9EAz5Cy2hS2rhRFoRZ2Gw2F37w", "plot": "The Stooges are cowboys who come upon the town of Dead Man's Gulch where they find themselves embroiled in the turmoil orchestrated by the notorious outlaw Badlands Blackie and his gang. Their arrival coincides with the town's desperate plight, as Blackie threatens the local blacksmith's daughter, Nell, with dire consequences unless she agrees to marry him. In an unexpected turn of events, the Stooges are thrust into positions of authority when the townsfolk appoint Curly as the new sheriff, with Moe and Larry serving as his deputies. Nell, seeking to rid herself of Blackie's tyranny, bargains with Curly, agreeing to marry him if he can rid the town of the outlaw's menace. When the Stooges intercept the Justice of the Peace en route to officiate the wedding, Curly, assuming his role, attempts to disrupt the ceremony to buy time. However, his subterfuge is short-lived, resulting in his incarceration, symbolized by a collar tightly fastened around his neck. As Blackie intensifies his demands for Nell's immediate compliance, threatening to spirit her away from Dead Man's Gulch, the Stooges mount a daring rescue mission. They crash the wedding proceedings, engaging in a chaotic showdown with Blackie and his henchmen, ultimately emerging victorious. In the aftermath of the confrontation, Nell's father is liberated, but expresses his aversion to her marrying Curly. In a comedic twist, Curly, ever eager to comply with Nell's wishes, unwittingly offers a dynamite stick, prompting Nell to take action to prevent disaster, albeit at the expense of the Stooges, who hastily retreat from the ensuing chaos.", "summary": "The Stooges are cowboys who come upon the town of Dead Man's Gulch where they find themselves embroiled in the turmoil orchestrated by the notorious outlaw Badlands Blackie and his gang.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039030/", "releaseDate": "1946-04-25", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three_Troubledoers", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 14", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Three_Troubledoers", "runtimeSeconds": 1034, "runtime": "17:14" }, { "n": 92, "title": "Monkey Businessmen", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 June 20", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monkey_Businessmen", "video": "MR6hOBcF3k0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Monkey Businessmen - Ep. 92", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MR6hOBcF3k0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBrpSYoZ_gFHeqEdwQcd4Hr7su0gg", "plot": "The Stooges are inept electricians whose misadventures lead to their dismissal by their employer, Mr. Jordan, after inadvertently electrocuting themselves and their client, \"Smilin'\" Sam McGann and messing up the wiring. Prompted by Curly's suggestion for a respite, the trio embark on a retreat to Mallard's Rest Home, enticed by an advertisement promising relaxation. Their arrival at the rest home introduces them to Dr. Mallard, who prescribes a regimen of exercise paired with a peculiar diet of milk. Assigned to the care of two nurses, the Stooges are initially enamored until discovering the nurses' true identities as men. Amidst their training, a mishap involving weights renders the nurses unconscious, revealing to the Stooges Dr. Mallard's fraudulent intentions. Attempting to flee, the Stooges encounter obstacles, including Curly's injury and their subsequent capture by Dr. Mallard's henchmen. In a series of comedic escapades, the Stooges outmaneuver their captors, albeit with Moe and Larry briefly trapped in a steam room. Meanwhile, Curly's chance encounter with a wealthy individual, whose foot he fixes, results in a windfall of $1,000. Curly's proposal to use the money for further relaxation elsewhere prompts Moe and Larry's disapproval, culminating in their characteristic response of physical retribution.", "summary": "The Stooges are inept electricians whose misadventures lead to their dismissal by their employer, Mr.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038746/", "releaseDate": "1946-06-20", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monkey_Businessmen", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 09 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monkey_Businessmen", "runtimeSeconds": 1089, "runtime": "18:09" }, { "n": 93, "title": "Three Loan Wolves", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 July 04", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Loan_Wolves", "video": "l4c9NAgFcZU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Loan Wolves - Ep. 93", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l4c9NAgFcZU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLCa5Wn5HJXD91AEadUwG8ziOfgEag", "plot": "In a narrative framed as a retrospective recounted to their son, the Stooges disclose the origins of their unexpected fatherhood. As proprietors of a pawn shop burdened by debts to the Gashouse Protection Society, a syndicate of loan sharks, the Stooges find themselves embroiled in a series of misadventures. Their troubles escalate when a woman, in collusion with the loan sharks, leaves an infant in their care as part of a ruse to peddle a counterfeit diamond. Obliged to care for the child, the Stooges grapple with their newfound paternal responsibilities, navigating inept attempts to pacify the crying baby, which inadvertently lead to further chaos. Amidst their comedic struggles, the trio confronts the loan sharks' demands for repayment, culminating in a showdown where they emerge victorious over the criminals. As the tale concludes, the child, now aware of his true origins, seeks out his biological mother. Moe and Curly blame Larry for the ordeal, and start to spank him and pull out his air as punishment.", "summary": "In a narrative framed as a retrospective recounted to their son, the Stooges disclose the origins of their unexpected fatherhood.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039028/", "releaseDate": "1946-07-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Loan_Wolves", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 50", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Loan_Wolves", "runtimeSeconds": 1010, "runtime": "16:50" }, { "n": 94, "title": "G.I. Wanna Home", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 September 05", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G.I._Wanna_Home", "video": "z311uN1ffAo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - G.I. Wanna Home - Ep. 94", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/z311uN1ffAo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBUiKMnZ_Kzj7jKbGTXiM2eJX2L8A", "plot": "Following their discharge from military service at the conclusion of World War II , the Stooges return home with aspirations of marrying their respective fiancées. However, their plans are thwarted as they find themselves without accommodation or financial resources. The trio embarks on a futile search for lodging, encountering numerous setbacks before reluctantly settling for makeshift quarters in an open lot. Their attempts at domesticity are marred by a series of comedic mishaps, including Curly's misguided use of a vacuum cleaner as a lawnmower, resulting in a chaotic explosion of debris. Further complications arise when the Stooges' endeavors to retrieve eggs from a bird's nest lead to inadvertent destruction, and a hapless struggle with a rifle culminates in the accidental procurement of bird meat. Their culinary efforts are worsened by the intrusion of a mischievous parrot, which adds to their woes. The Stooges are driven out by a farmer, riding a tractor, who demolishes the furnishings without warning. Subsequently, the trio endeavors to construct a rudimentary dwelling with their limited resources, culminating in the creation of a diminutive apartment comprising cramped living quarters, a compact kitchen, and a modest sleeping area furnished with bunk beds. Despite their ineptitude, the Stooges persevere in their attempts to establish a semblance of domesticity amidst the chaos.", "summary": "Following their discharge from military service at the conclusion of World War II , the Stooges return home with aspirations of marrying their respective fiancées.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038544/", "releaseDate": "1946-09-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G.I._Wanna_Home", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 54", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G.I._Wanna_Home", "runtimeSeconds": 954, "runtime": "15:54" }, { "n": 95, "title": "Rhythm and Weep", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 October 03", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhythm_and_Weep", "video": "Ak_wceUFIA4", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Rhythm and Weep - Ep. 95", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Ak_wceUFIA4/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAYloTPsgI76Opv_aYUDEWlqxD2Kw", "plot": "The Stooges are aspiring but disillusioned actors on the brink of despair, contemplating ending their lives by leaping from a skyscraper. Their morbid intentions are interrupted when they encounter three young women similarly inclined towards self-destruction due to their failed endeavors in the realm of dance. Instantly smitten, the Stooges develop romantic affections for the distressed women. However, their shared plight takes an unexpected turn when the sound of piano music wafts through the air, diverting their attention from their grim intentions. Following the melodic trail, they descend to a lower floor where they encounter a wealthy individual engaged in piano performance. This affluent benefactor, intrigued by their talents, offers them a lucrative opportunity to showcase their skills, promising substantial remuneration if they prove to be proficient. Their performance captivates the millionaire, who not only fulfills his promise of generous compensation but also magnanimously doubles their salaries. Unfortunately, their newfound benefactor's eccentricity becomes apparent when he jests about his lavish spending habits, only to be promptly escorted back to an asylum by attendants.", "summary": "The Stooges are aspiring but disillusioned actors on the brink of despair, contemplating ending their lives by leaping from a skyscraper.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0038881/", "releaseDate": "1946-10-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhythm_and_Weep", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 50", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhythm_and_Weep", "runtimeSeconds": 1070, "runtime": "17:50" }, { "n": 96, "title": "Three Little Pirates", "year": 1946, "date": "1946 December 05", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Pirates", "video": "mhkZyCu4ucU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Little Pirates - Ep. 96", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mhkZyCu4ucU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLC5r_4jsA42bxRZ1m9GQJxqyu3RAA", "plot": "In 1672, the Stooges are mariners aboard a refuse barge , marooned on the desolate Dead Man's Island. Their arrival attracts the attention of the island's governor, initially skeptical of their claims until their unmistakable sailor-like behavior confirms their profession. However, their fortunes quickly sour when Curly's harmless flirtation with the governor's betrothed, Rita, earns them the governor's ire. Condemned to a grim fate of either beheading or immolation, the Stooges face imminent execution. A twist of fate intervenes in the form of Rita's disdain for her would-be husband's tyrannical rule. Resourcefully, she aids the Stooges in their escape by revealing concealed tools and guiding them to safety through an underground passage. However, their relentless bickering leads them astray, leading to their re-incarceration. Undeterred, Rita proposes a ruse wherein the Stooges masquerade as exotic dignitaries bearing lavish gifts. Curly assumes the guise of the myopic Maharaja of Canarsie , boasting dominions over the islands of Coney and Long . Moe adopts the role of Gin of Rummy, while Larry plays his accomplice. Their nonsensical banter and comically absurd offerings, including a raspberry lollipop mistaken for a gemstone and a fountain pen misconstrued as a walrus tusk, deceive the governor, facilitating their escape. Their flight leads them into the clutches of the nefarious pirate Black Louie, with whom they engage in a perilous game of knife-throwing. Rita discreetly alerts them to the governor's vendetta, necessitating their hasty departure. However, Curly's ineptitude, compounded by his thick-lensed glasses, disrupts their escape, precipitating a showdown with Black Louie's crew. Emerging victorious, the Stooges briefly entertain dreams of sovereignty until Moe's ignoble defeat by a whimsical contraption, humbling their aspirations and prompting their departure from the island.", "summary": "In 1672, the Stooges are mariners aboard a refuse barge , marooned on the desolate Dead Man's Island.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039027/", "releaseDate": "1946-12-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Pirates", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 51", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Little_Pirates", "runtimeSeconds": 1071, "runtime": "17:51" }, { "n": 97, "title": "Half-Wits Holiday", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 January 09", "actor": "Curly Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Half-Wits_Holiday", "video": "wsa0D2lt6C0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Half-Wits Holiday - Ep. 97", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wsa0D2lt6C0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLDutqX9jyMcFOCw6Tp6KJ6s5PkNWA", "plot": "In the second Stooge adaptation of the 1913 play Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw , the Stooges find themselves entangled in a wager between two psychologists, Professors Quackenbush and Sedletz, who seek to transform the repairmen into gentlemen through environmental influence. Amidst the tumultuous training process, marked by comedic misadventures and the Stooges' amorous escapades with Professor Quackenbush's daughter Lulu, the stakes escalate toward a decisive test of their refined behavior at an upscale society gathering. However, the anticipated soirée descends into chaos as the Stooges' innate antics disrupt decorum with inadvertent calamity. Curly's misjudged attempts at etiquette culminate in a pie-flinging debacle, symbolizing both his departure from the stage as a Stooge and a comedic foreshadowing of impending misfortune. Moe's nervous reaction to the looming presence of Mrs. Smythe-Smythe, inadvertently likened to the Sword of Damocles, triggers a slapstick sequence culminating in a pie fight.", "summary": "In the second Stooge adaptation of the 1913 play Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw , the Stooges find themselves entangled in a wager between two psychologists, Professors Quackenbush and Sedletz, who seek to transform the repairmen into gentlemen through environmental influence.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039444/", "releaseDate": "1947-01-09", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Half-Wits_Holiday", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 42", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Half-Wits_Holiday", "runtimeSeconds": 1062, "runtime": "17:42" }, { "n": 98, "title": "Fright Night", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 March 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fright_Night_(1947_film)", "video": "6V7TPNmM7jI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Fright Night - Ep. 98", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6V7TPNmM7jI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAGCQmoAHur1tAzoixg6ChWqzY37Q", "plot": "The Stooges are boxing managers overseeing the career of the formidable pugilist, Chopper Kane. Their financial stakes in Chopper's success prompt them to wager their entire capital on his upcoming bout. However, their aspirations are imperiled when they are confronted by a menacing underworld figure, compelling them to orchestrate Chopper's defeat under threat of dire consequences. To ensure Chopper's compliance with the knavish scheme, the Stooges employ various tactics, including indulging him with rich fare and arranging his dalliance with their acquaintance, Kitty. Yet, their stratagem backfires when Kitty forsakes Chopper for his opponent, Gorilla Watson, and a fortuitous mishap leaves Gorilla incapacitated after an encounter with Moe. Believing they have outwitted the criminal elements, the Stooges find themselves ensnared in a perilous predicament when the gangsters ensnare them in an abandoned warehouse. However, through luck and ingenuity, the Stooges reverse the tables, apprehending the felons and ultimately receiving a commendation for their valorous actions.", "summary": "The Stooges are boxing managers overseeing the career of the formidable pugilist, Chopper Kane.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039399/", "releaseDate": "1947-03-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fright_Night_(1947_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 26", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fright_Night_(1947_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1046, "runtime": "17:26" }, { "n": 99, "title": "Out West", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 April 24", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Out_West_(1947_film)", "video": "SfsasUDF4Ew", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Out West - Ep. 99", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SfsasUDF4Ew/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLAgAr0B0QDakvEnZnbbmkeQXuhl8Q", "plot": "Shemp finds himself afflicted with a troublesome medical condition caused by a swollen vein in his leg. Following medical advice, he embarks on a therapeutic sojourn to the rugged terrain of the Old West . Upon arrival in a somewhat lawless town, the boys befriend the thuggish Doc Barker. When Shemp mentions to Barker that he has \"the biggest vein you ever saw\", Barker mistakenly believes he is describing a gold-bearing vein worth millions, and hatches a scheme to seize the gold for himself. Meanwhile, the Stooges are informed by the beautiful Nell that Barker is an outlaw who is holding the Arizona Kid, Nell's paramour, hostage in the basement of the saloon. Upon learning of Barker's villainous identity, the Stooges devise a plan to obtain the prison cell keys from Barker's coat. While Shemp joins Barker in a game of poker, Moe and Larry concoct a treacherous beverage intended to incapacitate Barker and his associates. To safeguard Shemp, they provide him with a harmless sarsaparilla. Barker downs the concoction, and screams for water. Shemp grabs a nearby fire hose and sprays the entire gang, soaking them. Moe and Larry quickly grab Barker's coat (on the pretext of saving him from pneumonia ) and hand the cell keys to Nell, who frees the Arizona Kid. When Barker sees what has happened, he throws Larry in the cell and vows to kill him at sunrise. With Larry's life hanging in the balance, the Arizona Kid embarks on a mission to summon the United States Cavalry for assistance. Meanwhile, after much reckless work with hammers, Moe and Shemp liberate Larry, and the Stooges triumph by incapacitating Barker and his gang with a stick of dynamite. The Cavalry arrives but is unneeded – and miffed at having \"made this nasty trip for nothing\". The film ends as Nell and the Arizona Kid are reunited.", "summary": "Shemp finds himself afflicted with a troublesome medical condition caused by a swollen vein in his leg.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039687/", "releaseDate": "1947-04-24", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Out_West_(1947_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 32", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Out_West_(1947_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1052, "runtime": "17:32" }, { "n": 100, "title": "Hold That Lion!", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 July 17", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hold_That_Lion!_(1947_film)", "video": "Yw88zqcV8XQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hold That Lion! - Ep. 100", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Yw88zqcV8XQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEjCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxUIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAE=&rs=AOn4CLBX7vGSqt3LLxi1uc_DcWnKURYRoA", "plot": "The Stooges are the sole heirs to a grandiose inheritance, which has fallen into the clutches of the duplicitous broker, Icabod Slipp, who has taken control of the funds. Engaging in a series of confrontations with Slipp in his office, the Stooges are subjected to false accusations of being the culprits responsible for the misappropriation of funds. Consequently, Slipp absconds with the inheritance, prompting the Stooges to pursue him. Their pursuit leads them onto a train, where they navigate a series of misadventures. Dodging a vigilant conductor, the Stooges seek refuge in a crate within the baggage car, unaware that it harbors an unexpected occupant — a lion. As chaos ensues, the Stooges find themselves entangled in a slapstick sequence of events, inadvertently revealing their presence to the train's passengers. Amidst the confusion, the Stooges must contend with the lion's unwelcome presence, leading to an exchange of mishaps and misunderstandings. As they navigate the perilous situation, the Stooges ultimately confront Slipp in a climactic showdown within the confines of the baggage car. Through a combination of wit and physical prowess, the Stooges emerge victorious, overcoming Slipp's machinations and reclaiming their inheritance.", "summary": "The Stooges are the sole heirs to a grandiose inheritance, which has fallen into the clutches of the duplicitous broker, Icabod Slipp, who has taken control of the funds.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039468/", "releaseDate": "1947-07-17", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hold_That_Lion!_(1947_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 39", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hold_That_Lion!_(1947_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 999, "runtime": "16:39" }, { "n": 101, "title": "Brideless Groom", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 September 11", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brideless_Groom", "video": "-41qlUP93NM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Brideless Groom - Ep. 101", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-41qlUP93NM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBoD4a2dCCUBukx7foErE2sfRgzzQ", "plot": "Shemp is a music teacher navigating the affections of his musically challenged student, Miss Dinkelmeyer, while Larry serves as his musical accompanist. Moe interrupts Shemp's classroom session with news of his uncle Caleb's demise. Shemp initially disparages his late relative, but his demeanor changes quickly upon learning of his unexpected inheritance of US$500,000 (equivalent to $ 7.2 million in 2025 ), prompting a sudden change in his disposition towards his deceased uncle. Shemp's windfall comes with a caveat, however; he must marry within a mere 48-hour window to claim his newfound wealth. To make matters worse, 41 hours have already passed, meaning he has just 7 hours left to complete his task. Faced with the urgent need for a bride, Shemp frantically reaches out to various acquaintances in his address book, proposing to multiple women in a desperate bid to meet the stipulated deadline. His attempts prove futile, however, leading to a series of calamitous misadventures orchestrated by Moe and Larry, including an inadvertent engagement to Miss Dinkelmeyer and encounters with aggressive ex-girlfriends eager to capitalize on Shemp's newfound fortune. As the wedding ceremony ensues, chaos erupts as the multitude of prospective brides converge upon the justice's office, igniting a frenzied melee of physical altercations. Moe and Larry find themselves ensnared in the escalating turmoil, enduring blows and comedic mishaps amidst the tumultuous pursuit of matrimony. Despite the pandemonium, Shemp ultimately seals his union with Miss Dinkelmeyer, securing his inheritance just in time.", "summary": "Shemp is a music teacher navigating the affections of his musically challenged student, Miss Dinkelmeyer, while Larry serves as his musical accompanist.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039219/", "releaseDate": "1947-09-11", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brideless_Groom", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 51", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brideless_Groom", "runtimeSeconds": 1011, "runtime": "16:51" }, { "n": 102, "title": "Sing a Song of Six Pants", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 October 30", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sing_a_Song_of_Six_Pants", "video": "DwEZYhaVhPk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Sing a Song of Six Pants - Ep. 102", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DwEZYhaVhPk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAKCmKw6DNzb1KjJIukPCKyKs4xEQ", "plot": "The Stooges operate the Pip Boys tailor shop, imperiled by imminent repossession by the Skin and Flint Finance Corporation. Upon learning of a substantial reward for the capture of notorious bank robber Terry \"Slippery Fingered\" Hargan, the Stooges perceive an opportunity to alleviate their financial predicament. Serendipitously, Hargan seeks refuge in their establishment, inadvertently leaving behind a suit containing a crucial safe combination. Despite their attempts to extract the combination through Hargan's girlfriend, their efforts prove futile. Subsequently, Hargan and his accomplices reappear, precipitating a tumultuous altercation. While failing to secure the anticipated reward, the Stooges fortuitously acquire Hargan's ill-gotten gains, enabling them to settle their outstanding debts.", "summary": "The Stooges operate the Pip Boys tailor shop, imperiled by imminent repossession by the Skin and Flint Finance Corporation.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039828/", "releaseDate": "1947-10-30", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sing_a_Song_of_Six_Pants", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 06", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sing_a_Song_of_Six_Pants", "runtimeSeconds": 1026, "runtime": "17:06" }, { "n": 103, "title": "All Gummed Up", "year": 1947, "date": "1947 December 18", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Gummed_Up", "video": "fkJuWvIQ2U8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - All Gummed Up - Ep. 103", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fkJuWvIQ2U8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCO4oy2f9cG1lw-dwP96oaDH9JWpg", "plot": "The Stooges operate a local drugstore whose cantankerous landlord, the elderly Amos Flint, informs them their lease is about to expire. Larry protests that the trio have had their establishment for a decade and do not want to leave. However, their bickering takes a poignant turn when they encounter Flint's long-suffering wife, Cerina, who is subjected to his harsh treatment. Moved by Cerina's plight, the Stooges offer her shelter in their store's spare room, igniting a chain of events driven by Shemp's inventive idea to create a \"Fountain of Youth\" serum. The trio fervently concoct the serum in their lab, aiming to restore Cerina's youthfulness. Despite initial setbacks, their efforts eventually yield success as Cerina undergoes a remarkable transformation. With Cerina rejuvenated, the Stooges navigate a comedic exchange with Amos, who is astounded by his wife's newfound beauty. In a surprising turn, Amos rescinds his eviction threat and even transfers the store's deed to the Stooges in exchange for a dose of the serum. However, the serum's effect on Amos is dire: he regresses into infancy. Amidst the chaos, Cerina celebrates her youthfulness by preparing a Marshmallow Jumbo layer cake. Through a mishap, bubble gum is substituted for marshmallows in making the cake, and the ensuing festivities culminate in involuntary bubble-blowing by the Stooges and Cerina.", "summary": "The Stooges operate a local drugstore whose cantankerous landlord, the elderly Amos Flint, informs them their lease is about to expire.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039142/", "releaseDate": "1947-12-18", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Gummed_Up", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 17", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_Gummed_Up", "runtimeSeconds": 1097, "runtime": "18:17" }, { "n": 104, "title": "Shivering Sherlocks", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 January 08", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shivering_Sherlocks", "video": "A1nQKkqnHTA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Shivering Sherlocks - Ep. 104", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/A1nQKkqnHTA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBlnlaqrKXIe0krqHUlaGgWCbWFyw", "plot": "The Stooges are erroneously identified as perpetrators in an armored-car robbery. Following a lie detector test administered by Captain Mullins, they are cleared of suspicion and placed under protective custody, under the care of Gladys Harmon, proprietor of the Elite Café, who provides them with an alibi. In return, the Stooges attempt to reciprocate by working at the café, encountering challenges in their endeavors. Upon learning of her inheritance, Gladys enlists the Stooges to accompany her to inspect her newly acquired mansion. Unbeknownst to them, the mansion serves as a hideout for the actual criminals involved in the armored-car robbery, including Lefty Loomis, Red Watkins, and their accomplice, Angel. Amidst a momentary distraction, Gladys is abducted by the criminals while the Stooges are preoccupied. As the Stooges initiate a search for Gladys within the mansion, she finds herself bound and gagged in a storeroom. A confrontation ensues when Angel threatens her, but is interrupted by the Stooges' presence. A pursuit ensues, during which Shemp successfully immobilizes the criminals in barrels, leading to their arrest. Gladys, having freed herself, observes the outcome with relief.", "summary": "The Stooges are erroneously identified as perpetrators in an armored-car robbery.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040781/", "releaseDate": "1948-01-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shivering_Sherlocks", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 29", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shivering_Sherlocks", "runtimeSeconds": 1049, "runtime": "17:29" }, { "n": 105, "title": "Pardon My Clutch", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 February 26", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Clutch", "video": "nDY9NJyQRIw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pardon My Clutch - Ep. 105", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nDY9NJyQRIw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLACy5rULRrgF-JPrWbSLyev4XeNgQ", "plot": "Shemp's toothache prompts the Stooges' acquaintance, Claude, to offer medical advice, which they misinterpret. Following the extraction of Shemp's tooth, Claude proposes a camping trip for relaxation. Lacking transportation, Claude sells them a faulty car. The trio encounters various challenges, including a flat tire and an altercation with a gas station attendant. Eventually, they attract the attention of a car collector willing to pay a premium for the vehicle. Upon learning of this, Claude hastily refunds the Stooges' money and sells the car to the collector. However, Claude's actions lead to his mistaken apprehension by men from the local asylum.", "summary": "Shemp's toothache prompts the Stooges' acquaintance, Claude, to offer medical advice, which they misinterpret.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040681/", "releaseDate": "1948-02-26", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Clutch", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 30", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Clutch", "runtimeSeconds": 930, "runtime": "15:30" }, { "n": 106, "title": "Squareheads of the Round Table", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 March 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squareheads_of_the_Round_Table", "video": "rbg1QQN7y-A", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Squareheads of the Round Table - Ep. 106", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/rbg1QQN7y-A/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBdBdQxem3-VycScyVWrH85lkovJA", "plot": "The Stooges are troubadours during the Middle Ages amidst the era of King Arthur Pendragon 's reign. The narrative unfolds wherein nefarious Black Prince harbors aspirations of union with Princess Elaine. However, the princess's affections lie with Cedric, the humble blacksmith. The intervention of the Stooges is pivotal, as they endeavor to advocate for Cedric's cause through the medium of music, specifically performing the sextet excerpted from Gaetano Donizetti 's opera Lucia di Lammermoor . Following a daring escape from confinement within the dungeon, where the King has sentenced them to face decapitation, Moe overhears a clandestine dialogue between the Black Prince and an accomplice. This exchange reveals a treacherous plot to assassinate the King subsequent to his nuptials with Princess Elaine, with the ulterior motive of securing the throne for the Black Prince. Through a display of diversionary antics, the trio engages in an armored dance choreographed to the strains of Stephen Foster 's composition \" Old Folks at Home \", successfully disrupt the unfolding scheme, thereby affording Elaine the opportunity to liberate Cedric from captivity. The King ultimately apprehends the Black Prince and his confederate, thereby thwarting their machinations. Princess Elaine is consequently granted permission to unite in matrimony with Cedric.", "summary": "The Stooges are troubadours during the Middle Ages amidst the era of King Arthur Pendragon 's reign.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040831/", "releaseDate": "1948-03-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squareheads_of_the_Round_Table", "runtimeOriginal": "18 : 17", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squareheads_of_the_Round_Table", "runtimeSeconds": 1097, "runtime": "18:17" }, { "n": 107, "title": "Fiddlers Three", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 May 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiddlers_Three_(1948_film)", "video": "5tNduQQL7MQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Fiddlers Three - Ep. 107", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/5tNduQQL7MQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCbLUMpb8UK7um72Mdb5H1bP4NnIg", "plot": "In Coleslaw -vania, the Stooges serve as fiddlers at the court of the Old King Cole who are subject to a decree from the monarch that prohibits their marital unions until the forthcoming nuptials between Princess Alicia and Prince Gallant III of Rhododendron , scheduled to coincide with the springtime bloom of flowers. The malicious designs of the malevolent magician Murgatroyd disrupt this arrangement as he orchestrates the abduction of Princess Alicia for his own matrimonial aspirations. Amidst their endeavors to attend to their equine companions by fitting them with new horseshoes, the Stooges inadvertently stumble upon the captive Princess Alicia, tied up and gagged within the confines of the castle floor. In a parallel stratagem, Murgatroyd secures the consent of King Cole to his matrimonial intentions under the condition that he successfully retrieves the abducted princess. Employing subterfuge, Moe and Larry manipulate the castle guards, causing a diversion that facilitates Shemp's liberation of the princess. Their triumph is ephemeral, however, as the Stooges, along with Princess Alicia, are soon ensnared by the machinations of Murgatroyd and his accomplices. In a bid for freedom, the Stooges ascend a rope ladder concealed within a magic box, inadvertently enduring the maleficent implements wielded by Murgatroyd in his attempt to thwart their escape. The box ultimately succumbs to the strain, precipitating the Stooges' descent just as Princess Alicia arrives to reveal her abductor's identity. A conflict then arises, characterized by swordsmanship , as the Stooges engage in a confrontation with Murgatroyd. Their endeavors encounter a momentary hindrance with the passing of Murgatroyd's assistant. Subsequently, a procession unfolds under the guidance of the assistant, comprising Murgatroyd, King Cole, and the Stooges, with the exception of Shemp, who, fatigued and parched, seeks respite. As Shemp alleviates his thirst with a vessel of water, it disperses from the numerous perforations in his anatomy — a direct consequence of his participation in Murgatroyd's malevolent enchantment during the performance of the Sword Box Illusion prestidigitation.", "summary": "In Coleslaw -vania, the Stooges serve as fiddlers at the court of the Old King Cole who are subject to a decree from the monarch that prohibits their marital unions until the forthcoming nuptials between Princess Alicia and Prince Gallant III of Rhododendron , scheduled to coincide with the springtime bloom of flowers.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040350/", "releaseDate": "1948-05-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiddlers_Three_(1948_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 20", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiddlers_Three_(1948_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1040, "runtime": "17:20" }, { "n": 108, "title": "The Hot Scots", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 July 08", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hot_Scots", "video": "kzKdEGO4Ow0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - The Hot Scots - Ep. 108", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/kzKdEGO4Ow0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAwQf5hjEslfxUx8mjWt08HyM5M6Q", "plot": "Upon their arrival in London , the Stooges endeavor to secure employment with Scotland Yard subsequent to their completion of studies at a correspondence detective school. However, their aspirations are curtailed as they find themselves relegated to menial tasks as \"Yard Men,\" tasked with the sanitation of the premises and tending to the gardens. It is amidst the task of yard maintenance that an opportunity for case resolution emerges. Disguised in kilts and adopting contrived Scottish accents, the Stooges, adopting the aliases McMoe, McLarry, and McShemp, journey to Scotland , assuming the responsibility of safeguarding the esteemed possessions housed within the precincts of Glenheather Castle, under the auspices of The Earl. Unbeknownst to them, the castle's staff are complicit in a scheme to pilfer its treasures, taking advantage of the Stooges' presence as they slumber within its walls. However, the Stooges ultimately apprehend the perpetrators, led by the nefarious Lorna Doone, who, under the guise of the Earl's secretary, orchestrates the clandestine operation. Their triumph is ephemeral as, amidst their jubilation, they encounter a bagpipe-playing skeletal apparition, prompting their hasty departure from the castle premises.", "summary": "Upon their arrival in London , the Stooges endeavor to secure employment with Scotland Yard subsequent to their completion of studies at a correspondence detective school.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040451/", "releaseDate": "1948-07-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hot_Scots", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 26", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Hot_Scots", "runtimeSeconds": 1046, "runtime": "17:26" }, { "n": 109, "title": "Heavenly Daze", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 September 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heavenly_Daze", "video": "HJ9lKzMQls0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Heavenly Daze - Ep. 109", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HJ9lKzMQls0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCVG5I4ttDIykGDCdU1YVP7r59Qxg", "plot": "In a celestial realm, Shemp converses with his Uncle Mortimer, who is engaged in a telephone discussion regarding Shemp's potential placement in Heaven or Hell. Concerns arise over the behavior of cousins Moe and Larry, prompting Uncle Mortimer to entrust Shemp with the task of reforming them to secure his own access to Heaven. Shemp accepts, satisfied with the condition that he remains imperceptible to Earth's inhabitants. Meanwhile, on Earth, Moe and Larry attend the reading of Shemp's will with their legal representative, I. Fleecem. Discontent ensues when Shemp's modest bequest falls short of Fleecem's fee. However, Shemp clandestinely retrieves the funds, briefly leading Moe and Larry to entertain the notion of his spectral presence. Subsequently, Moe and Larry embark on an elaborate and fraudulent schemes soliciting financing from the wealthy DePuysters for the production of novelty fountain pens. Shemp's intervention thwarts their machinations, albeit inadvertently instigating a calamitous fire. The narrative then transitions back to the setting of Shemp's bedroom, revealing the preceding events to be an allegorical dream sequence. However, the dream's symbolic implications manifest in reality as Shemp finds himself in imminent peril due to his negligent behavior of falling asleep while smoking. Following the extinguishment of the conflagration, Shemp recounts his dreamlike experience to Moe and Larry, prompting a comically anticlimactic response from his cousins in the form of a cream pie assault and a sardonic offering of writing implements.", "summary": "In a celestial realm, Shemp converses with his Uncle Mortimer, who is engaged in a telephone discussion regarding Shemp's potential placement in Heaven or Hell.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040429/", "releaseDate": "1948-09-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heavenly_Daze", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 00", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heavenly_Daze", "runtimeSeconds": 1020, "runtime": "17:00" }, { "n": 110, "title": "I'm a Monkey's Uncle", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 October 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I'm_a_Monkey's_Uncle", "video": "CqlYhvQokJE", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - I'm a Monkey's Uncle - Ep. 110", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/CqlYhvQokJE/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCa0ix-rPC9u6dqExDlVhdS8EypTQ", "plot": "In a depiction of prehistoric existence , the Stooges inhabit the Stone Age , tasked with the daily duties inherent to their era, including the milking of cows, fishing, and egg gathering. Against this backdrop, Moe arranges a rendezvous with his paramour, Aggie, prompting Shemp and Larry to seek inclusion, enticed by the prospect of Aggie's sisters, Maggie and Baggie, as potential companions. Upon allegations by rival cavemen of the Stooges' purported abduction of their female counterparts, a confrontation ensues, characterized by a melee involving the hurling of rocks, mud, and eggs. Emerging triumphant from the skirmish, the Stooges secure the freedom to pursue their romantic interests without further impediment.", "summary": "In a depiction of prehistoric existence , the Stooges inhabit the Stone Age , tasked with the daily duties inherent to their era, including the milking of cows, fishing, and egg gathering.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040462/", "releaseDate": "1948-10-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I'm_a_Monkey's_Uncle", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 08", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/I'm_a_Monkey's_Uncle", "runtimeSeconds": 968, "runtime": "16:08" }, { "n": 111, "title": "Mummy's Dummies", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 November 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mummy's_Dummies", "video": "pAc1UzsVMK8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Mummy's Dummies - Ep. 111", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pAc1UzsVMK8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLB8YMbqROKczvPs94L8Cb-IPTQ2QQ", "plot": "The Stooges are employed as purveyors of used chariots in the milieu of Ancient Egypt , a vocation fraught with misfortune as they unwittingly deceive Rhadames, the esteemed captain of the royal guards, with a substandard chariot. The consequential arrest leads the Stooges to stand trial before Pharaoh Rootentootin within the palace precincts, the monarch beset by the affliction of a painful toothache. Seizing upon an opportunity for redemption, Moe interjects, asserting Shemp's expertise in dentistry under the pseudonym \"Painless Papyrus.\" Shemp, despite his visual impairment, endeavors to extract the troublesome tooth, inadvertently causing injury to the Pharaoh's nose. Nonetheless, the successful extraction of the tooth prompts the Pharaoh to bestow upon the Stooges the esteemed title of royal chamberlains . Assuming their newfound positions, the trio uncover a villainous plot involving the misappropriation of tax revenues orchestrated by the Pharaoh's tax collector, Tutamon, in collusion with Rhadames. Once again, the Stooges emerge as saviors to the Pharaoh, prompting the monarch to offer the hand of his daughter, Fatima, in marriage as a token of gratitude.", "summary": "The Stooges are employed as purveyors of used chariots in the milieu of Ancient Egypt , a vocation fraught with misfortune as they unwittingly deceive Rhadames, the esteemed captain of the royal guards, with a substandard chariot.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040620/", "releaseDate": "1948-11-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mummy's_Dummies", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 02", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mummy's_Dummies", "runtimeSeconds": 962, "runtime": "16:02" }, { "n": 112, "title": "Crime on Their Hands", "year": 1948, "date": "1948 December 09", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crime_on_Their_Hands", "video": "XP9lqFTMnKg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Crime on Their Hands - Ep. 112", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XP9lqFTMnKg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDly7q2kBrfyQnShEFd32n5MWVT7w", "plot": "Employed as janitors within a newspaper establishment, the Stooges chance upon a significant journalistic opportunity upon discovering the theft of the priceless Punjab diamond from a local museum, orchestrated by the malevolent antagonist Dapper Malone. Motivated by aspirations of transitioning into authentic reporters, the trio embarks on a quest to locate Dapper, masquerading convincingly as law enforcement officers within Squid McGuffy's cafe. During their investigative pursuit, the Stooges encounter Dapper's accomplice, Bee, who hastily conceals the stolen gem within a bowl of mints. Unwilling to depart without apprehending Dapper, the Stooges prolong their presence, leading to a misadventure wherein Shemp ingests the diamond alongside confectionery mints. The subsequent revelation of the Stooges' true identities prompts Bee to summon Dapper and his enforcer, Muscles, in a frenzied attempt to extract the gem from Shemp. Dapper resorts to performing impromptu surgery on Shemp to retrieve the diamond, while Moe and Larry are locked in a closet. They find a toolkit, which allows them to free themselves, but they end up encountering a gorilla named Harold. In the ensuing chaos, Harold incapacitates Dapper and Muscles. The gorilla then unexpectedly befriends Shemp and helps recover the precious diamond.", "summary": "Employed as janitors within a newspaper establishment, the Stooges chance upon a significant journalistic opportunity upon discovering the theft of the priceless Punjab diamond from a local museum, orchestrated by the malevolent antagonist Dapper Malone.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040255/", "releaseDate": "1948-12-09", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crime_on_Their_Hands", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 44", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crime_on_Their_Hands", "runtimeSeconds": 1064, "runtime": "17:44" }, { "n": 113, "title": "The Ghost Talks", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 February 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ghost_Talks_(1949_film)", "video": "1km61_hYztM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - The Ghost Talks - Ep. 113", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/1km61_hYztM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLC2IttZq0d2Muk2DWmmStObbypLFQ", "plot": "Tasked with the responsibility of relocating furniture from the eerie confines of Smorgasbord Castle, the Stooges, employed as movers, initially proceed with their duties amidst intermittent frights. However, their endeavors take an unexpected turn when they encounter a clanking suit of armor purportedly inhabited by the ghostly presence of Peeping Tom . Despite initial trepidation, Tom succeeds in assuring the Stooges of his benign intentions, recounting his spectral origins and subsequent entrapment within the armor following an ill-fated encounter with Lady Godiva , culminating in his imprisonment for a millennium. Undeterred by Tom's warning of impending misfortune should they attempt to relocate him, the Stooges persist in their task, prompting a series of comedic mishaps as they endeavor to move the haunted suit of armor. These incidents include a frog intrusion and the deception perpetrated by an owl assuming the guise of a death head spectral entity. Faced with escalating chaos, the Stooges seek refuge in another chamber, only to witness the unexpected arrival of Lady Godiva, who whisks Tom away atop a horse. As the Stooges eagerly observe the departure, their anticipation is abruptly interrupted by the pelting of pies and the raucous cheers of an unseen crowd.", "summary": "Tasked with the responsibility of relocating furniture from the eerie confines of Smorgasbord Castle, the Stooges, employed as movers, initially proceed with their duties amidst intermittent frights.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0041412/", "releaseDate": "1949-02-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ghost_Talks_(1949_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 20", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ghost_Talks_(1949_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 980, "runtime": "16:20" }, { "n": 114, "title": "Who Done It?", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 March 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who_Done_It%3F_(1949_film)", "video": "e6o7FefVz8w", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Who Done It? - Ep. 114", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/e6o7FefVz8w/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLA-KnO8X2KOhj5IuqOwfeffezH7vg", "plot": "The Stooges are private investigators at the Alert Detective Agency, responding to a summons from the affluent Mr. Goodrich. Mr. Goodrich apprises them of the malevolent activities perpetrated by the Phantom Gang, a maleficent organization implicated in the murder of prominent socialites and opulent individuals, with Mr. Goodrich himself slated as their next victim. Upon their arrival, the Stooges find Mr. Goodrich incapacitated and confined, with his complicit butler, who is revealed to be a member of the Phantom Gang, receiving them. Furthermore, Mr. Goodrich's niece, a member of the gang, endeavors to ensnare Shemp, culminating in an attempt to administer poison. Subsequently, the Stooges find themselves pursued by Nikko, a formidable henchman of imposing stature, throughout the premises of Mr. Goodrich. Following a confrontation wherein Shemp incapacitates Nikko, the unconscious Mr. Goodrich unwittingly discloses the machinations of the Phantom Gang. A melee ensues amidst the darkness, resulting in the apprehension of the malefactors by the Stooges. Shemp ultimately concludes the encounter by inadvertently rendering himself, Moe, Mr. Goodrich, and Larry unconscious, subsequent to his successful neutralization of the Phantom Gang utilizing a fireplace shovel.", "summary": "The Stooges are private investigators at the Alert Detective Agency, responding to a summons from the affluent Mr.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042042/", "releaseDate": "1949-03-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who_Done_It%3F_(1949_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 44", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Who_Done_It%3F_(1949_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 1004, "runtime": "16:44" }, { "n": 115, "title": "Hokus Pokus", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 May 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hokus_Pokus_(1949_film)", "video": "zL1aooPdoJI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hokus Pokus - Ep. 115", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zL1aooPdoJI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAv1rH06-MkIIM_8qDBTYdah3ZSGQ", "plot": "The Stooges are employed as paperhangers who concurrently attend to the care of Mary, an invalid purportedly unable to walk. However, Mary's apparent physical limitations belie her clandestine scheme to defraud her insurance company of $25,000 by feigning disability. Amidst their professional duties of affixing posters, the Stooges chance upon an advertisement promoting the services of a renowned hypnotist, Svengarlic, renowned for his purported ability to elicit profound transformations in individuals. Motivated by altruistic intentions, the Stooges seek Svengarlic's assistance in facilitating Mary's purported recovery. However, Svengarlic's ulterior motives manifest as he prioritizes mesmerizing the Stooges for the entertainment of an audience. Succumbing to his hypnotic influence, the Stooges find themselves unwitting participants in a precarious spectacle atop a flagpole adorning a lofty building, wherein they engage in a whimsical dance routine. The abrupt interruption by a passing bicyclist disrupts Svengarlic's trance, causing the Stooges to awaken abruptly, their disorientation compounded by the perilous height of their location. A fortuitous mishap ensues, propelling the Stooges through an open window and into the insurance office where Mary awaits the disbursement of her ill-gotten gains. The unexpected arrival of the Stooges precipitates a chain of events leading to the revelation of Mary's fraudulent scheme, resulting in the destruction of her check and the exposure of her duplicity.", "summary": "The Stooges are employed as paperhangers who concurrently attend to the care of Mary, an invalid purportedly unable to walk.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0041471/", "releaseDate": "1949-05-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hokus_Pokus_(1949_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 21", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hokus_Pokus_(1949_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 981, "runtime": "16:21" }, { "n": 116, "title": "Fuelin' Around", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 July 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuelin'_Around", "video": "4nY1WhV_J98", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Fuelin' Around - Ep. 116", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4nY1WhV_J98/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLD3mSD30u0mSECmuyq4RCBkjRCn_Q", "plot": "The Stooges are employed as carpet layers at the residence of a research chemist, Professor Sneed and his daughter Hazel, who recently moved in the neighbourhood. Professor Sneed is clandestinely engaged in the development of rocket fuel for government purposes. Concurrently, the Anemian spy, Captain Rork, surveils the professor's activities from an exterior vantage point, harboring intentions of abducting him. A misidentification ensues when the Anemians mistakenly apprehend the Stooges instead of the intended target, erroneously identifying Larry as the professor. Complications arise when the Stooges are coerced into expeditiously formulating the rocket fuel and transcribing its formula. Subsequently, the true identities of Professor Sneed and his daughter are uncovered by the Anemians, who resort to incarceration in a bid to extract the coveted formula. Leaving Rork demoted from Captain to Private and punished for his incompetence. An unexpected turn of events ensues with the fortuitous intervention of a diffident prison guard, whose amorous advances towards Sneed's daughter inadvertently facilitate the group's escape. Capitalizing on the opportune moment, the group swiftly absconds from captivity, utilizing the synthesized fuel to propel themselves out of the fortress, effectuating a rapid exodus from Anemia and safely returning to U.S. soil.", "summary": "The Stooges are employed as carpet layers at the residence of a research chemist, Professor Sneed and his daughter Hazel, who recently moved in the neighbourhood.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0041396/", "releaseDate": "1949-07-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuelin'_Around", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 53", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fuelin'_Around", "runtimeSeconds": 1013, "runtime": "16:53" }, { "n": 117, "title": "Malice in the Palace", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 September 01", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malice_in_the_Palace", "video": "HyxwV6rhaEA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Malice in the Palace - Ep. 117", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HyxwV6rhaEA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCZdUvf-uyWRNfyMY_6Sy4BH5tRTg", "plot": "The Stooges operate a Middle Eastern restaurant called Cafe Casbah Bah, where they become entangled in a string of mishaps while serving patrons Hassan ben Sober and Ginna Rumma . A culinary incident ensues when spaghetti inadvertently splatters onto the patrons' faces, prompting the Stooges to offer a replacement meal of rabbit and hot dogs. Their efforts are further complicated by the presence of a stray cat and dog, leading to mistaken impressions about the meal's ingredients. Unbeknownst to the Stooges, their encounter with Sober and Rumma conceals a sinister plot. The patrons are revealed to be thieves aiming to pilfer a valuable diamond from the tomb of King Rootintootin. Despite their unwitting involvement, the Stooges become aware of the scheme and endeavor to thwart it, ultimately reclaiming the diamond from the Emir of Shmow's possession. Disguised as a trio of Santa Clauses , the Stooges infiltrate the Emir's palace and successfully retrieve the diamond. However, their escape is hindered by a formidable guardian, necessitating the utilization of cunning and agility to evade capture.", "summary": "The Stooges operate a Middle Eastern restaurant called Cafe Casbah Bah, where they become entangled in a string of mishaps while serving patrons Hassan ben Sober and Ginna Rumma .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0041623/", "releaseDate": "1949-09-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malice_in_the_Palace", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 15", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Malice_in_the_Palace", "runtimeSeconds": 975, "runtime": "16:15" }, { "n": 118, "title": "Vagabond Loafers", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 October 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vagabond_Loafers", "video": "ocbnjGc-04I", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Vagabond Loafers - Ep. 118", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ocbnjGc-04I/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDHTs1G0p7okQnpulmRNbJLucGzUQ", "plot": "Employed as plumbers at Day and Nite Plumbers, the Stooges encounter a predicament when tasked with repairing a leaky pipe at the residence of the affluent Norfleets, who are hosting a dinner party to celebrate the acquisition of a valuable Van Brocklin painting. Moe, engrossed in studying How to Be a Plumber , grapples with the pipes in the basement, while Shemp manages to trap himself inside a maze of pipes in the bathroom. Meanwhile, Larry digs up most of the lawn in an attempt to locate the water cutoff. Amidst their efforts, Shemp surmises that the pipes fail to work properly because they are \"clogged up with wires\". Subsequently, Shemp and Moe proceed to extract the electrical system from the pipes and connect a water pipe to the exposed conduit. The cook, who is in the kitchen trying to prepare an extravagant meal for the Norfleets, observes in bewilderment as the stove and chandelier gush water. The Norfleets's television set erupts in a deluge akin to Niagara Falls as the chaos escalates, providing a backdrop for the nefarious activities of two party guests, Mr. and Mrs. Allen, who are revealed as art thieves intent on pilfering the prized Van Brocklin painting. By happenstance, the Stooges observe the thieves in action and thwart their efforts.", "summary": "Employed as plumbers at Day and Nite Plumbers, the Stooges encounter a predicament when tasked with repairing a leaky pipe at the residence of the affluent Norfleets, who are hosting a dinner party to celebrate the acquisition of a valuable Van Brocklin painting.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042012/", "releaseDate": "1949-10-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vagabond_Loafers", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 51", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vagabond_Loafers", "runtimeSeconds": 951, "runtime": "15:51" }, { "n": 119, "title": "Dunked in the Deep", "year": 1949, "date": "1949 November 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunked_in_the_Deep", "video": "HsvTReJ7M1s", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Dunked in the Deep - Ep. 119", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/HsvTReJ7M1s/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCKEjm9TJEmgRE26FsgUF2zuvOiCw", "plot": "The Stooges are deceived into clandestinely boarding a vessel by their neighbor, Mr. Borscht, who is revealed to be an antagonist aligned with a fictional nation resembling the Soviet Union. Adrift at sea aboard a freighter and subsisting on salami, they uncover Borscht's illicit activities involving the concealment of stolen microfilm within watermelons. Following a tumultuous pursuit, the trio apprehend Borscht and retrieve the pilfered microfilm .", "summary": "The Stooges are deceived into clandestinely boarding a vessel by their neighbor, Mr.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0041323/", "releaseDate": "1949-11-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunked_in_the_Deep", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 46", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunked_in_the_Deep", "runtimeSeconds": 1006, "runtime": "16:46" }, { "n": 120, "title": "Punchy Cowpunchers", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 January 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punchy_Cowpunchers", "video": "2jY8ZCkfAQ8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Punchy Cowpunchers - Ep. 120", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/2jY8ZCkfAQ8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDKYCTtgccRvNqvk_c-a8mpce18MA", "plot": "The Dillon family holds sway over a diminutive Western enclave , prompting Nell to dispatch her partner, Elmer, in pursuit of aid. Concurrently, within the confines of the United States Cavalry, the trio of Stooges persistently vex their superior, Sergeant Major Mullins. Despite Mullins' exertions to instill discipline, his efforts yield unforeseen repercussions, culminating in a confrontation with Captain Daley, his superior officer. However, prior to further escalation, the Colonel apprises Mullins of the malevolent activities perpetrated by the Dillon clan, necessitating intervention to evict them from the township. Seizing upon the opportunity, Mullins volunteers the unwitting Stooges for the undertaking. Assuming the guise of rugged outlaws, the Stooges infiltrate the local saloon under the pretense of waitstaff, endeavoring to covertly gather intelligence on Dillon and his associates. However, their stratagem is compromised when Moe's counterfeit mustache detaches, landing directly upon Dillon's countenance. Consequently, the Stooges find themselves ensnared by Dillon's gang, with Moe and Larry bound while Shemp is confined within a secure enclosure. Meanwhile, Elmer's attempt to procure aid from the United States Cavalry is thwarted by their absence due to financial disbursements. Disheartened, Elmer returns to discover Nell single-handedly subduing any cowboy who ventures into her proximity. Ultimately, through a sequence of comedic misadventures, the Stooges emerge triumphant over the Dillons.", "summary": "The Dillon family holds sway over a diminutive Western enclave , prompting Nell to dispatch her partner, Elmer, in pursuit of aid.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042863/", "releaseDate": "1950-01-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punchy_Cowpunchers", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 18", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Punchy_Cowpunchers", "runtimeSeconds": 1038, "runtime": "17:18" }, { "n": 121, "title": "Hugs and Mugs", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 February 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugs_and_Mugs", "video": "JiLYOowi8MI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hugs and Mugs - Ep. 121", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JiLYOowi8MI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDoVz5sifMsvw3hoST7gA1Yht1oUQ", "plot": "Following a period of incarceration for jewel theft, three alluring women embark on a quest to locate a pearl necklace that eluded detection by law enforcement. However, their endeavors encounter an obstacle when the warehouse wherein they concealed the necklace is sold to the Shangri-La Upholstering Company, managed by the Stooges. As the Stooges undertake the restoration and pricing of assorted furniture pieces, Shemp inadvertently discovers the necklace and opts to retain it for himself, despite Larry and Moe dismissing it as mere \"beads.\" Subsequently, the women feign flirtation with the Stooges as a diversionary tactic to scour the shop for the necklace, inadvertently causing damage to an upholstered chair. Despite Shemp's conviction that the pearls are counterfeit, he endeavors to relinquish the necklace to the women. However, their former gangster partners trace their whereabouts to the shop, demanding the necklace. The ensuing chaos culminates in a six-way altercation, with the Stooges valiantly defending the women against the aggressors. Shemp ultimately incapacitates the gangsters with a well-aimed blow from an iron, rendering them unconscious. Prompted by this turn of events, the women renounce their criminal past and elect to return the pearls to their rightful owners.", "summary": "Following a period of incarceration for jewel theft, three alluring women embark on a quest to locate a pearl necklace that eluded detection by law enforcement.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042580/", "releaseDate": "1950-02-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugs_and_Mugs", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 57", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hugs_and_Mugs", "runtimeSeconds": 957, "runtime": "15:57" }, { "n": 122, "title": "Dopey Dicks", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 March 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dopey_Dicks", "video": "7-n5HsPws6I", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Dopey Dicks - Ep. 122", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7-n5HsPws6I/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLD324vnknhqzt0ZyL6vLwse_e2kmA", "plot": "The Stooges, employed as janitors, have just completed the task of relocating furniture and assorted items into the office of a detective. Amidst this mundane routine, Shemp indulges in a daydream about the adventurous life of a private investigator. Suddenly, a distressed young woman bursts into the scene, imploring their aid, alleging that she is being pursued. While the Stooges embark on a search through the hallways, the woman hastily scribbles a note before being seized by an unidentified assailant. Following the clues provided in her note, the Stooges venture to a foreboding residence situated on Mortuary Road, where they stumble upon the sinister machinations of an evil scientist, who is in the process of constructing an army of robotic beings. In their quest to rescue the damsel in distress , Shemp discovers her restrained and silenced within a concealed alcove at the culmination of the main corridor. Subsequently, the scientist and his accomplice endeavor to eliminate the Stooges, yet the trio manages to outmaneuver their adversaries, effecting their escape alongside the rescued woman in a vehicle commandeered from one of the scientist's headless automatons.", "summary": "The Stooges, employed as janitors, have just completed the task of relocating furniture and assorted items into the office of a detective.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042408/", "releaseDate": "1950-03-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dopey_Dicks", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 57", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dopey_Dicks", "runtimeSeconds": 957, "runtime": "15:57" }, { "n": 123, "title": "Love at First Bite", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 May 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_at_First_Bite_(1950_film)", "video": "ICHU4gFT9RU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Love at First Bite - Ep. 123", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ICHU4gFT9RU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBK1iaqyKLsRJP-9kqfhMjvg6Ygng", "plot": "The Stooges are busy making last-minute preparations for a triple marriage to their fiancées, whom they met during their military service in Europe. The young women hail from Italy, Austria, and France, and the ship that will bring them to America is due to arrive in a matter of hours. To unwind, the stooges take turns recounting how they met their brides-to-be. To commemorate these memories, the trio partakes in a toast with Old Panther whisky, a liquor so potent that the stooges are instantly drunk. In their intoxicated state, Shemp reacts to an insult from Moe by challenging him to a duel. The weapon they settle on is seltzer bottles. Moe's assault leaves Shemp so waterlogged that he falls to the floor. Moe and Larry mistakenly conclude that Shemp has died. They devise a plan to dispose of his supposed remains by encasing his feet in a tub filled with cement, intending to submerge him in the ocean. While waiting for the cement to set, they take a nap. Upon awakening, they find themselves afflicted with hangovers and amnesia, unable to recollect the events leading to Shemp's predicament. In a hasty attempt to reunite with their fiancées, Moe and Larry resort to loading the tub with dynamite, resulting in a violent explosion that propels them onto the docks where their partners await. Shemp remains trapped in the cement, inadvertently pulling the French girl into the water upon her attempt to embrace him, dousing the other couples with the ensuing splash.", "summary": "The Stooges are busy making last-minute preparations for a triple marriage to their fiancées, whom they met during their military service in Europe.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042690/", "releaseDate": "1950-05-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_at_First_Bite_(1950_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 04", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Love_at_First_Bite_(1950_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 964, "runtime": "16:04" }, { "n": 124, "title": "Self-Made Maids", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 July 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-Made_Maids", "video": "g0IVOHuZM90", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Self-Made Maids - Ep. 124", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g0IVOHuZM90/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLB_hiLVKrs27jE8ir_lltbBPMLpqA", "plot": "The Stooges are artists who develop romantic attachments to three models: Larraine, Moella, and Shempetta. The narrative commences with the models preparing for their portrait session, hastily departing the studio to avoid tardiness. However, their haste leads to comical mishaps as Larraine and Shempetta collide with a wall, while Moella inadvertently stumbles into an adjacent room. Upon the arrival of the models at the studio, the Stooges inadvertently ruin each other's artistic endeavors. Their anxiety dissipates upon the models' arrival. Subsequently, the Stooges propose marriage to the models, prompting a visit to their father to seek his approval. Inadvertently crossing paths with the models' father without recognizing his identity, the Stooges incur his wrath, leading to a confrontation. Despite their initial altercation, the Stooges retaliate in their characteristic manner, prompting the models' father to reject their marriage proposals upon realizing their prior transgressions. A chaotic pursuit ensues within the confines of the house, culminating in the Stooges apprehending the models' father and employing tickling as a means of persuasion. Ultimately, the models' father relents and consents to the marriages, leading to the union of the three couples. In a subsequent development, each couple is blessed with the arrival of a newborn child, completing their familial aspirations.", "summary": "The Stooges are artists who develop romantic attachments to three models: Larraine, Moella, and Shempetta.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042940/", "releaseDate": "1950-07-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-Made_Maids", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 47 [ 1 ]", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self-Made_Maids", "runtimeSeconds": 947, "runtime": "15:47" }, { "n": 125, "title": "Three Hams on Rye", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 September 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Hams_on_Rye", "video": "bvxqLXd3xOA", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Hams on Rye - Ep. 125", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/bvxqLXd3xOA/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCwxO5cDa2gNRAE3hsQIEmMrUBVUg", "plot": "The Stooges are stagehands with minor roles in the production of The Bride Wore Spurs . They regularly incur the disfavor of their producer, B.K. Doaks, whose recent theatrical endeavors have been unfavorably reviewed by renowned critic Nick Barker. Determined to ensure the success of his latest production, Doaks enlists the Stooges to prevent Barker from attending the play. However, their attempts to thwart Barker's entry are marred by their inept disguises, resulting in chaos and inadvertent confrontation with B.K. himself. Following their failed assignment, B.K. tasks the Stooges with preparing props for the final act, including a cake and salad. Unfortunately, Moe's oversight in procuring the necessary ingredients compels the Stooges to improvise, concocting a cake and salad from scratch late into the night. Amidst the cake preparation, Shemp inadvertently contaminates the batter with a pot holder, unbeknownst to Moe. During the climactic scene of the play, numerous actors, including the Stooges, vie for the affections of \"Janie Belle\" by consuming portions of her cake. However, the presence of the pot holder renders the cake nearly inedible, causing the actors to choke on feathers concealed within the confectionery. The ensuing spectacle elicits laughter from the audience, much to B.K.'s embarrassment, prompting him to abruptly halt the performance and chastise the Stooges. Despite their dismissal, Barker perceives the play as a humorous satire and commends the Stooges' contribution, expressing interest in B.K.'s future productions. Capitalizing on this unexpected turn of events, B.K. assures Barker that the Stooges will assume prominent roles in his next endeavor, thereby securing a favorable outcome for the trio.", "summary": "The Stooges are stagehands with minor roles in the production of The Bride Wore Spurs .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043042/", "releaseDate": "1950-09-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Hams_on_Rye", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 44", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Hams_on_Rye", "runtimeSeconds": 944, "runtime": "15:44" }, { "n": 126, "title": "Studio Stoops", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 October 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studio_Stoops", "video": "KAs2M8AgEi8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Studio Stoops - Ep. 126", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KAs2M8AgEi8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLClcBG-wiHDeFOvzY9GEISfjvyxGQ", "plot": "Mistakenly identified as representatives of B.O. Pictures' publicity department, the Stooges, initially enlisted as exterminators, are assigned the responsibility of staging a contrived kidnapping to enhance the studio's publicity campaign featuring the emerging actress, Dolly Devore. However, their plan is intercepted by two gangsters who perpetrate a genuine abduction of Devore from her hotel room. Subsequently, the Stooges find themselves compelled to intervene and rescue Devore from the clutches of the criminals. In the ensuing rescue attempt, Shemp finds himself perilously stranded on an outdoor ledge while masquerading as Devore inside a garment bag. With Shemp's life hanging in the balance, a tense standoff unfolds as the Stooges and Devore collaborate to fashion a makeshift rope to secure Shemp's safety. Amidst the chaos, a fortuitous mishap occurs when one of the criminals inadvertently becomes entangled in the rope, enabling Devore and Moe to incapacitate the perpetrators. Simultaneously, Larry endeavors to enlist the assistance of law enforcement authorities, only to encounter skepticism regarding the authenticity of the situation. Undeterred, Larry resorts to unconventional methods, luring the police back to the scene of the crime by provoking a chase. Ultimately, the timely intervention of the police facilitates the apprehension of the criminals and ensures the resolution of the crisis. Throughout the ordeal, the Stooges navigate a series of precarious situations, including Larry's near-fatal mishap and the subsequent comedic escapades culminating in their unexpected descent into a bathtub filled with water. Despite the tumultuous events, the Stooges emerge relatively unscathed, humorously reflecting on their misadventures as they indulge in a well-deserved moment of respite.", "summary": "Mistakenly identified as representatives of B.O.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043010/", "releaseDate": "1950-10-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studio_Stoops", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 00", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Studio_Stoops", "runtimeSeconds": 960, "runtime": "16:00" }, { "n": 127, "title": "Slaphappy Sleuths", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 November 09", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slaphappy_Sleuths", "video": "Jegu13Kl6mY", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Slaphappy Sleuths - Ep. 127", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Jegu13Kl6mY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBBEA8IAwDF7GLCQOIZ2Y-4GLEx9Q", "plot": "The Stooges serve as investigators representing the Onion Oil company, tasked with resolving a series of robberies plaguing the company's service stations. Despite their diligent efforts to provide exemplary customer service, offering unconventional amenities such as shaves, manicures, cologne, and popcorn, the Stooges fall victim to theft while momentarily distracted. Following a trail of motor oil, they ultimately locate the hideout of the perpetrators, where they display unexpectedly proficient boxing prowess, surpassing their earlier detective endeavors.", "summary": "The Stooges serve as investigators representing the Onion Oil company, tasked with resolving a series of robberies plaguing the company's service stations.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042975/", "releaseDate": "1950-11-09", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slaphappy_Sleuths", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 09", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Slaphappy_Sleuths", "runtimeSeconds": 969, "runtime": "16:09" }, { "n": 128, "title": "A Snitch in Time", "year": 1950, "date": "1950 December 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Snitch_in_Time", "video": "o4b5NoorllQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Snitch in Time - Ep. 128", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/o4b5NoorllQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBH9YjNsW4Dr3jAHcjIunW9OHnTYQ", "plot": "Engaged as carpenters, the trio operates the furniture establishment \"Ye Olde Furniture Shoppe: Antiques Made While U Waite.\" Their current task involves staining furniture delivered to Miss Scudder, the attractive proprietor of a boarding house. Amid their endeavors, which nearly result in the destruction of the furniture, the Stooges encounter new boarders, unbeknownst to them, a trio of criminals fresh from a jewelry heist. Held at gunpoint, the Stooges witness Miss Scudder being bound and silenced in her kitchen while the felons pilfer her home for valuable heirlooms. Collaborating with Miss Scudder, the Stooges diligently work to foil the criminals' scheme.", "summary": "Engaged as carpenters, the trio operates the furniture establishment \"Ye Olde Furniture Shoppe: Antiques Made While U Waite.\" Their current task involves staining furniture delivered to Miss Scudder, the attractive proprietor of a boarding house.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042978/", "releaseDate": "1950-12-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Snitch_in_Time", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 31", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Snitch_in_Time", "runtimeSeconds": 991, "runtime": "16:31" }, { "n": 129, "title": "Three Arabian Nuts", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 January 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Arabian_Nuts", "video": "dkoEMyuCfb0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Arabian Nuts - Ep. 129", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dkoEMyuCfb0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCVFWtJcrMEDtpUvMB7pE1O7jAleA", "plot": "The Stooges, employed as warehouse workers at the Superior Warehouse and Storage Company, are tasked with delivering Arabian antiques to client John Bradley. During the unpacking process at Mr. Bradley's residence, Shemp inadvertently discovers a peculiar item, initially mistaking it for a \"syrup pitcher\" until it is identified as a magic lamp. Upon cleaning the lamp, a djinni materializes, surprising Shemp. While addressing the djinni as \"genius,\" the Stooges find themselves pursued by two Arabian adversaries intent on acquiring the lamp's magical powers. Unaware of the lamp's capabilities, Mr. Bradley unwittingly presents it to Shemp. Although only Shemp and Larry are cognizant of the lamp's enchantments, Moe remains skeptical. Ultimately, the thugs are apprehended with the aid of the djinni's ingenuity. In the denouement, the Stooges, accompanied by their companions and in possession of a million dollars, embark on a vacation, leaving Mr. Bradley in a state of dismay as he resorts to self-inflicted blows with a hammer for his unwitting contribution to the Stooges' newfound fortune.", "summary": "The Stooges, employed as warehouse workers at the Superior Warehouse and Storage Company, are tasked with delivering Arabian antiques to client John Bradley.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044123/", "releaseDate": "1951-01-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Arabian_Nuts", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 45", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Arabian_Nuts", "runtimeSeconds": 945, "runtime": "15:45" }, { "n": 130, "title": "Baby Sitters Jitters", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 February 01", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Sitters_Jitters", "video": "dDPIlyJuS0M", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Baby Sitters Jitters - Ep. 130", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/dDPIlyJuS0M/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLB-3kAz36IULQXMim26Oejvg0DEiQ", "plot": "The Stooges, facing financial hardship due to rent arrears, reluctantly assume the role of babysitters for Junior Lloyd, under the guardianship of his mother, Joan Lloyd, who harbors fears of potential abduction by her estranged husband. In their caretaking duties, Moe delegates kitchen responsibilities to Shemp, tasking him with the preparation of soup. However, Shemp's misinterpretation of the instructions leads to the incorporation of soap into the culinary concoction, resulting in an inedible mixture that induces illness and bubble-blowing in the Stooges. Subsequently, the trio succumbs to slumber, during which Junior is surreptitiously abducted by his father. Upon awakening, the Stooges are alerted by Joan to Junior's disappearance and the open door, prompting their mission to retrieve the child from his father's residence. Amidst the ensuing commotion, the Stooges encounter physical altercation, enduring foot injuries inflicted by a hammer-wielding Junior and receiving blows from Joan's ex-husband. Eventually, Joan intervenes, facilitating reconciliation between herself and her estranged spouse.", "summary": "The Stooges, facing financial hardship due to rent arrears, reluctantly assume the role of babysitters for Junior Lloyd, under the guardianship of his mother, Joan Lloyd, who harbors fears of potential abduction by her estranged husband.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043308/", "releaseDate": "1951-02-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Sitters_Jitters", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 08", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baby_Sitters_Jitters", "runtimeSeconds": 968, "runtime": "16:08" }, { "n": 131, "title": "Don't Throw That Knife", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 May 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don't_Throw_That_Knife", "video": "stJsPmGcGcw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Don't Throw That Knife - Ep. 131", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/stJsPmGcGcw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDA-IxrXy1a9Ns7-3MY2EY6APO2UA", "plot": "While conducting a census in an apartment complex, the Stooges encounter Mrs. Lucy Wyckoff, a member of a husband-and-wife Magician Troupe. They soon discover that Mrs. Wyckoff's husband, Mr. Wyckoff, is not only her performance partner but also harbors an intense jealousy, manifesting in a propensity for lethal knife-throwing against perceived romantic rivals. Upon Mr. Wyckoff's return home, the Stooges attempt unsuccessfully to evade his menacing presence. Faced with imminent danger, they hastily retreat and alert the authorities regarding Mr. Wyckoff's threatening behavior.", "summary": "While conducting a census in an apartment complex, the Stooges encounter Mrs.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043472/", "releaseDate": "1951-05-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don't_Throw_That_Knife", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 50", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don't_Throw_That_Knife", "runtimeSeconds": 950, "runtime": "15:50" }, { "n": 132, "title": "Scrambled Brains", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 July 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrambled_Brains", "video": "JpgvbpHbQYk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Scrambled Brains - Ep. 132", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/JpgvbpHbQYk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAz46OH4P_Zef_qqeLtdgc12WD0_Q", "plot": "Moe and Larry find themselves at a sanatorium where their friend Shemp is undergoing treatment for hallucinations. Despite Shemp's insistence on bidding farewell to his new fiancée, Nurse Nora, before his premature discharge, Moe and Larry are taken aback when they meet her, as she does not match Shemp's glowing description. It becomes apparent that Shemp's condition is far from resolved, necessitating further therapy. Upon returning home, the trio receives a visit from Dr. Gesundheit, whose visual impairment complicates his efforts to treat Shemp. Despite the doctor's attempts to administer medication, Shemp adamantly refuses. Subsequently, Shemp experiences hallucinations during a piano lesson, exacerbating his mental state and intensifying his desire to marry Nora. During their journey to visit the doctor, the Stooges become entangled in a physical altercation in a phone booth with a stranger, resulting in a chaotic scene and the accidental destruction of groceries. The altercation concludes with the phone booth overturning, allowing the Stooges to escape. Upon returning home, the Stooges encounter Nora waiting for her father, who coincidentally happens to be the man involved in the earlier altercation. In their attempt to flee, the Stooges inadvertently knock themselves unconscious, mistaking a window silhouette for an exit. Nora then claims Shemp as her own, leading to his departure with her.", "summary": "Moe and Larry find themselves at a sanatorium where their friend Shemp is undergoing treatment for hallucinations.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044007/", "releaseDate": "1951-07-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrambled_Brains", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 43", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrambled_Brains", "runtimeSeconds": 943, "runtime": "15:43" }, { "n": 133, "title": "Merry Mavericks", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 September 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merry_Mavericks", "video": "h1v2rUsFbTs", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Merry Mavericks - Ep. 133", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/h1v2rUsFbTs/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDgLYnUeIPo6xbXei7gWoyFwxZ3eQ", "plot": "Set in the Old West , the Stooges are wanted for vagrancy, in order to escape custody, Moe suggests they leave for a town known as Peaceful Gulch. Meanwhile, the once-tranquil town of Peaceful Gulch faces turmoil as the notorious Red Morgan and his gang intimidate the populace and drive out the sheriff. In a bid to restore law and order, members of the sheriff's posse devise a plan to deceive Morgan and his cohorts by fabricating the arrival of three renowned marshals. The Stooges unwittingly become entangled in this scheme when they are mistaken for the legendary lawmen. Tasked with thwarting Morgan's efforts to plunder a stash of money, the cash is hidden with the Stooges in an old house believed to be haunted. According to an old story from years back, a Native American chief was murdered after a man named Jeff Horton decapitated the chief by blasting his head off with his shotgun; the chief's ghost is said to haunt the old house, searching for his missing head. Larry and Shemp are initially scared after hearing the story, but Moe convinces them that ghosts and specters aren't real. So the trio embarks on their mission. However, while Moe and Shemp are in the other room, Larry encounters the headless ghost, while the others run into a whole gaggle of ghosts. Upon investigating, they discover that the ghostly apparitions haunting the premises is merely a disguise worn by one of Morgan's associates. Seizing the opportunity, Shemp subdues the impostor and assumes the guise himself. Reuniting with Moe and Larry, who have fallen into Morgan's clutches, Shemp employs his ruse to rescue them. With swift action and comedic flair, Shemp incapacitates Morgan's gang using a hatchet, thereby emerging as the unlikely hero of the day, and restoring order to Peaceful Gulch.", "summary": "Set in the Old West , the Stooges are wanted for vagrancy, in order to escape custody, Moe suggests they leave for a town known as Peaceful Gulch.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043800/", "releaseDate": "1951-09-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merry_Mavericks", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 49", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merry_Mavericks", "runtimeSeconds": 949, "runtime": "15:49" }, { "n": 134, "title": "The Tooth Will Out", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 October 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tooth_Will_Out", "video": "Jvqas3xhPUE", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - The Tooth Will Out - Ep. 134", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Jvqas3xhPUE/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCEItOxJe1zOOIYYWVOXRTjy6nF2g", "plot": "Following dismissal from two previous occupations due to dish-breaking incidents in a dish shop and restaurant, the Stooges find themselves pursued by an irate chef wielding a cleaver, leading them to seek refuge in a dental office. Subsequently, the trio endeavors to pursue a career in dentistry, culminating in their graduation from dental school under the auspices of Dr. Keefer, Professor of Dentistry. Their inaugural venture as practicing dentists leads them to a tranquil western town, where their initial patient presents with a minor tooth ailment. Despite their best efforts, Dr. Shemp's misguided treatment results in unintended consequences, including the emission of smoke from the patient's mouth. Their professional endeavors are further complicated when an agitated individual, purporting to be the Sheriff, seeks dental assistance for a severe toothache. Amidst mounting pressure, Shemp inadvertently consults the wrong instructional manual, namely The Amateur Carpenter in lieu of the appropriate reference material, How to Be a Dentist , thereby precipitating the adoption of inappropriate and unsuitable treatment methods. Despite rectifying their approach, a mishap ensues during the tooth extraction procedure, exacerbating the situation and prompting the Sheriff to resort to drastic measures, culminating in a confrontation between the Stooges and the law enforcement authority.", "summary": "Following dismissal from two previous occupations due to dish-breaking incidents in a dish shop and restaurant, the Stooges find themselves pursued by an irate chef wielding a cleaver, leading them to seek refuge in a dental office.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044139/", "releaseDate": "1951-10-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tooth_Will_Out", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 59", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tooth_Will_Out", "runtimeSeconds": 959, "runtime": "15:59" }, { "n": 135, "title": "Hula-La-La", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 November 01", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hula-La-La", "video": "UHFMNpEGmEM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hula-La-La - Ep. 135", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UHFMNpEGmEM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAEl3wTgt4AiqDn4AH6HW6ZLmf2tg", "plot": "The Stooges, employed as choreographers by B.O. Pictures, are tasked with imparting dance skills to the indigenous population of the fictional Pacific island of Rarabonga . This endeavor is orchestrated by the studio's president, Mr. Baines, who has procured the island for his upcoming musical production. However, upon their arrival, the Stooges discover that the islanders, under the sway of the malevolent witch doctor Varanu, are cannibalistic headhunters with no knowledge of dancing. In their efforts to escape the perilous situation, the Stooges form an alliance with Luana, the daughter of the tribal king, who seeks their aid in rescuing her boyfriend from Varanu's clutches. Amidst their escapades, the Stooges encounter various challenges, including a confrontation with a formidable totem idol guarding a cache of World War II grenades. Despite initial setbacks, the Stooges manage to outwit Varanu by tricking him into demonstrating his swordsmanship on the grenades, resulting in his demise when they detonate. With Varanu vanquished, the Stooges proceed with their original mission, utilizing their choreographic expertise to instruct the islanders in the art of dance, thereby fulfilling their assignment from B.O. Pictures.", "summary": "The Stooges, employed as choreographers by B.O.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043661/", "releaseDate": "1951-11-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hula-La-La", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 06", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hula-La-La", "runtimeSeconds": 966, "runtime": "16:06" }, { "n": 136, "title": "Pest Man Wins", "year": 1951, "date": "1951 December 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pest_Man_Wins", "video": "pcEips1rXro", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pest Man Wins - Ep. 136", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pcEips1rXro/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCsTYSzAXmJmGXaDEa0Lercf8oNfQ", "plot": "The Stooges are marginally employed pest exterminators who devise a scheme to develop their business by surreptitiously introducing mice, moths, and ants into an affluent household hosting a dinner party. Their objective is to subsequently offer their services to remediate the pest infestation they themselves created, thereby capitalizing on the situation. The party's hostess instructs her butler to dress the exterminators in formal attire so they may work discreetly. The three make their entrance into the elegant soirée carrying a sack filled with cats, which the scandalized hostess urges them to conceal immediately. The trio's ill-advised decision to hide the sack inside an upright piano results in chaos moments later, when the esteemed guest pianist, Mr. Philander, takes a seat at the piano to play Johann Strauss II 's \" Blue Danube Waltz \". The recital is quickly disrupted by a cacophony of feline voices, instigated by a mouse's intrusion into the piano. In their attempt to rectify the situation, the Stooges inadvertently exacerbate it. Following this debacle, a dispute among the Stooges at the pastry table initiates a pie fight, which escalates until all guests are covered with pie. The hostess ends the fracas by knocking the trio unconscious with a club.", "summary": "The Stooges are marginally employed pest exterminators who devise a scheme to develop their business by surreptitiously introducing mice, moths, and ants into an affluent household hosting a dinner party.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0043917/", "releaseDate": "1951-12-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pest_Man_Wins", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 01", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pest_Man_Wins", "runtimeSeconds": 961, "runtime": "16:01" }, { "n": 137, "title": "A Missed Fortune", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 January 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Missed_Fortune", "video": "Qh4mZVHMA1Q", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Missed Fortune - Ep. 137", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Qh4mZVHMA1Q/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLD6F2_qT0hfOI9C0nEp0XXWqHc4GA", "plot": "Shemp unexpectedly wins a substantial sum of $50,000 by correctly identifying a car make in a radio contest. The trio subsequently lodges at the opulent Hotel Costa Plente, where they promptly deplete their winnings. Despite their lavish surroundings, they inadvertently damage numerous expensive furnishings within their suite. Their misfortune is compounded when the hotel manager, upon delivering a telegram, reveals that a significant portion of Shemp's prize money has been withheld for taxes, leaving them with a mere $4.85. Their predicament takes a further downturn when three opportunistic gold diggers, also guests at the hotel, manage to gain access to the Stooges' room through deceptive means. Following two accidental dousings with ice water initiated by the trio, the women retaliate by striking the Stooges over the head with champagne bottles.", "summary": "Shemp unexpectedly wins a substantial sum of $50,000 by correctly identifying a car make in a radio contest.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044909/", "releaseDate": "1952-01-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Missed_Fortune", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 06", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Missed_Fortune", "runtimeSeconds": 966, "runtime": "16:06" }, { "n": 138, "title": "Listen, Judge", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 March 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listen,_Judge", "video": "l5z4NX6-MGc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Listen, Judge - Ep. 138", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/l5z4NX6-MGc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBkqWQKgw2BvI8Bx12gSwyM9fIQNw", "plot": "The Stooges are entangled in a series of mishaps stemming from their roles as repairmen. Initially accused of stealing chickens but exonerated in court, their misfortune persists when a live chicken escapes Shemp's jacket, inadvertently striking Judge Henderson. Subsequently fleeing the courtroom, they encounter a customer seeking repair for her malfunctioning doorbell. Despite their earnest efforts, the Stooges inadvertently wreak havoc within the customer's home, culminating in a confrontation with the resident chef. Prompted by the chef's departure, the trio find themselves unexpectedly hired to cater a birthday party for George Morton, a friend of the Judge. To their dismay, they discover that the party is attended by none other than Judge Henderson himself, whose wife is their previous customer. Under mounting pressure, the Stooges attempt to salvage the situation by preparing a dinner, facing numerous comedic obstacles along the way. A particularly calamitous moment occurs when their punctured cake is unwittingly filled with town gas, leading to a dramatic explosion during the party. The chaotic events result in Henderson's embarrassment and jeopardize his chances of re-election. Matters escalate when George Morton's wife, Lydia, exposes the Stooges' true identities, prompting a heated confrontation that culminates in the trio being chased away by the Judge wielding a shotgun.", "summary": "The Stooges are entangled in a series of mishaps stemming from their roles as repairmen.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044839/", "releaseDate": "1952-03-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listen,_Judge", "runtimeOriginal": "17 : 06", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Listen,_Judge", "runtimeSeconds": 1026, "runtime": "17:06" }, { "n": 139, "title": "Corny Casanovas", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 May 01", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corny_Casanovas", "video": "J70w7gma1Og", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Corny Casanovas - Ep. 139", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/J70w7gma1Og/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCmC3MehlqjCLNB8RH3TCAwOp6avw", "plot": "The Stooges engage in household chores with joyful anticipation of their impending marriages, oblivious to the fact that they are all betrothed to the same woman, Mabel. Amidst their cleaning endeavors, comedic mishaps abound. Shemp, in an attempt to utilize a pistol handle as a makeshift hammer, inadvertently triggers the firearm, resulting in Moe's distinctive sugarbowl hairstyle being split down the middle. Subsequently, their efforts to reupholster a davenport lead to further chaos, with Moe enduring various indignities including having his clothing mistakenly trimmed and being bombarded with upholstering tacks from a makeshift machine gun. Following the completion of their chores, each Stooge separately ventures to Mabel's residence to propose, each bearing an engagement ring. The revelation of their shared engagement prompts a frenzied altercation, culminating in the Stooges incapacitating each other. Seizing the opportunity, Mabel swiftly procures three engagement rings and slips away amidst the chaos.", "summary": "The Stooges engage in household chores with joyful anticipation of their impending marriages, oblivious to the fact that they are all betrothed to the same woman, Mabel.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044514/", "releaseDate": "1952-05-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corny_Casanovas", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 24", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corny_Casanovas", "runtimeSeconds": 984, "runtime": "16:24" }, { "n": 140, "title": "He Cooked His Goose", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 July 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He_Cooked_His_Goose", "video": "fwlrIecZmaU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - He Cooked His Goose - Ep. 140", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fwlrIecZmaU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCkS1ByiQjhqWofFJQekjcXsY1E9g", "plot": "Larry engages in philandering behavior, embarking on an extramarital affair with Moe's wife, Belle, while also exhibiting romantic interest in Shemp's fiancée, Millie. Moe, upon discovering Larry's deceitful actions, confronts him at his pet shop, expressing his displeasure. Employing quick thinking, Larry manipulates the situation to persuade Moe of his innocence, thereby quelling Moe's anger. Recognizing the need to deflect blame, Larry implicates Shemp as the culprit. Subsequently, Larry secures a job for Shemp as an underwear salesman, orchestrating a scenario where Shemp visits Moe's residence to showcase his merchandise to Belle. Exploiting the opportunity, Larry deceitfully contacts both Millie and Moe, fabricating tales of Shemp's advances towards Moe's wife. Incensed by the misinformation, Millie and Moe rush to Moe's home, with Moe brandishing a loaded firearm. Fearing for his safety, Shemp eludes capture by fleeing up the chimney. Capitalizing on the festive season, Shemp disguises himself as Santa Claus to deceive Moe before making his escape. Meanwhile, Shemp encounters Larry, realizing his complicity in the scheme. In retaliation, Shemp incapacitates Larry and disguises him as Santa Claus, intending to mislead Moe, Millie, and Moe's wife. Unveiling the ruse, Moe pursues Larry, ultimately resorting to gunfire. However, in a series of misfortunes, Moe inadvertently shoots himself in the foot while celebrating the apparent resolution of the situation.", "summary": "Larry engages in philandering behavior, embarking on an extramarital affair with Moe's wife, Belle, while also exhibiting romantic interest in Shemp's fiancée, Millie.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044695/", "releaseDate": "1952-07-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He_Cooked_His_Goose", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 37", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/He_Cooked_His_Goose", "runtimeSeconds": 937, "runtime": "15:37" }, { "n": 141, "title": "Gents in a Jam", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 July 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gents_in_a_Jam", "video": "nhftDZEVSB0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Gents in a Jam - Ep. 141", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nhftDZEVSB0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCi1wjsBLOmsO4QmjhsVx7gm2H5IQ", "plot": "The Stooges find themselves in a predicament when facing eviction from their landlady, Mrs. MacGruder, due to their inability to afford the rent. In an attempt to rectify the situation, they offer to repaint her apartment. Despite Mrs. MacGruder's warning about the expense of the furnishings, the Stooges inadvertently destroy her property in their clumsy efforts. However, their fortunes seem to change when Shemp receives news of his wealthy Uncle Phineas Bowman's impending visit, with Shemp as the sole heir to his $6 million fortune. Upon learning of Uncle Phineas's wealth, Mrs. MacGruder allows them to remain in the apartment. As events unfold, Shemp encounters the attractive new neighbor, Mrs. Duggan, while preparing an Upside Down Cake. Through their conversation, Shemp learns that she is married to Rocky Duggan, a formidable strongman known for his prowess in tearing telephone books. A series of mishaps lead to the Stooges attempting to conceal Mrs. Duggin from Rocky, who becomes enraged upon discovering her in their apartment. However, Mrs. MacGruder intervenes, physically confronting Rocky and asserting her authority. Amidst the chaos, it is revealed that Uncle Phineas and Mrs. MacGruder share a romantic history, leading to their reconciliation and decision to marry. Ultimately, the Stooges find themselves without an inheritance, and Rocky is left toothless after a confrontation with Mrs. MacGruder. As Rocky pursues the Stooges in retaliation, Uncle Phineas is inadvertently knocked down and kicked by Mrs. Duggan. Semi-conscious, Phineas receives a compassionate embrace from MacGruder, expressing his desire for a tranquil and undisturbed visit.", "summary": "The Stooges find themselves in a predicament when facing eviction from their landlady, Mrs.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044655/", "releaseDate": "1952-07-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gents_in_a_Jam", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 15", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gents_in_a_Jam", "runtimeSeconds": 975, "runtime": "16:15" }, { "n": 142, "title": "Three Dark Horses", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 October 16", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Dark_Horses", "video": "ZuSmox2UOg0", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Three Dark Horses - Ep. 142", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ZuSmox2UOg0/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLC7paCGXFFmwl3J6TK-RVM8UsphKA", "plot": "The Stooges transition from janitorial roles to political delegates upon being enlisted to bolster the candidacy of Hammond Egger, a politically dubious figure. Their recruitment follows the departure of the initial three delegates upon discerning Egger's unscrupulous nature. Encountering the hapless Stooges, who inadvertently disrupt proceedings by vacuuming Jim Digger's toupee, Egger's campaign manager, Bill Wick, perceives an opportunity and promptly hires them as replacements, delineating their duties as delegates. Swiftly discerning Egger's nefarious character, the Stooges divert their support to Abel Lamb Stewer, Egger's political adversary. Wick, upon discovering the Stooges' betrayal, seeks retribution, instigating a confrontation. Ultimately, the trio prevails over Wick and Digger in a tumultuous altercation, emerging victorious by submerging their adversaries in a bathtub.", "summary": "The Stooges transition from janitorial roles to political delegates upon being enlisted to bolster the candidacy of Hammond Egger, a politically dubious figure.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045233/", "releaseDate": "1952-10-16", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Dark_Horses", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 35", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Dark_Horses", "runtimeSeconds": 995, "runtime": "16:35" }, { "n": 143, "title": "Cuckoo on a Choo Choo", "year": 1952, "date": "1952 December 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuckoo_on_a_Choo_Choo", "video": "qycGmC5_nKQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Cuckoo on a Choo Choo - Ep. 143", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qycGmC5_nKQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAYKHhwE9rqAcgetB5Gf0p46xdq2A", "plot": "Larry and Shemp find refuge in a purloined railway car named Schmow. Larry harbors intentions of marrying his beloved Lenore, contingent upon Shemp marrying Lenore's sister, Roberta. Lenore insists on upholding her family's tradition, wherein the eldest daughter must marry first, and Shemp's substantial wealth is an additional incentive. However, Shemp's persistent inebriation and infatuation with an imaginary avian creature, Carrie, pose significant obstacles to his marriage prospects. Meanwhile, Moe, a railway detective tasked with locating the missing car, chances upon the clandestine hideout. To his astonishment, Moe encounters Roberta, with whom he shares a prior romantic history. Overwhelmed by nostalgia, Moe endeavors to revive their dormant affection. Larry endeavors to sow discord between Moe and Shemp over Roberta's affections, yet Shemp remains steadfast in his devotion to Carrie. Subsequently, Moe forsakes his professional duties to pursue Roberta, culminating in a tumultuous entanglement. The narrative concludes with Shemp, ensnared in his delusion, inadvertently incapacitating himself while pursuing his fanciful muse, Carrie.", "summary": "Larry and Shemp find refuge in a purloined railway car named Schmow.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044526/", "releaseDate": "1952-12-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuckoo_on_a_Choo_Choo", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 28", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cuckoo_on_a_Choo_Choo", "runtimeSeconds": 928, "runtime": "15:28" }, { "n": 144, "title": "Up in Daisy's Penthouse", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 February 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Up_in_Daisy's_Penthouse", "video": "3xsI_aN3Vig", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Up in Daisy's Penthouse - Ep. 144", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/3xsI_aN3Vig/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAb9Q9ApTO6IiSNTCuqbXeZrp2vUg", "plot": "The Stooges awaken to their mother's distressing revelation regarding their father's divorce, precipitated by his newfound wealth through an oil well venture. Their father (Shemp Howard in a dual role), stands poised to marry Daisy, a youthful and opportunistic blonde, that same day. Driven by familial concern, the Stooges embark on a mission to thwart the impending nuptials. However, complications ensue as the visual resemblance between Shemp and his father confounds the matrimonial proceedings, resulting in Daisy inadvertently marrying the wrong man. As the narrative progresses, the Stooges find themselves entangled in perilous circumstances orchestrated by nefarious individuals intent on seizing their father's newfound riches. Despite these adversities, the Stooges demonstrate resourcefulness and fortitude, ultimately rescuing their father from imminent danger.", "summary": "The Stooges awaken to their mother's distressing revelation regarding their father's divorce, precipitated by his newfound wealth through an oil well venture.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046484/", "releaseDate": "1953-02-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Up_in_Daisy's_Penthouse", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 38", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Up_in_Daisy's_Penthouse", "runtimeSeconds": 998, "runtime": "16:38" }, { "n": 145, "title": "Booty and the Beast", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 March 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booty_and_the_Beast", "video": "pQpMp6SYXmM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Booty and the Beast - Ep. 145", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pQpMp6SYXmM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDG4EMsdZDPNDjaqZgdnX_0TSncDw", "plot": "Inadvertently entangled in aiding a safe-cracker, the Stooges find themselves implicated in a criminal endeavor, prompting their subsequent pursuit of the perpetrator to Las Vegas. Embarking on a journey fraught with mishaps, the trio's endeavor is further complicated by the accidental release of a lion from the train's baggage car. Despite these challenges, the Stooges persist in their pursuit, ultimately apprehending the unnamed culprit and recovering the ill-gotten gains.", "summary": "Inadvertently entangled in aiding a safe-cracker, the Stooges find themselves implicated in a criminal endeavor, prompting their subsequent pursuit of the perpetrator to Las Vegas.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045571/", "releaseDate": "1953-03-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booty_and_the_Beast", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 55", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booty_and_the_Beast", "runtimeSeconds": 955, "runtime": "15:55" }, { "n": 146, "title": "Loose Loot", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 April 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loose_Loot", "video": "_YA9mej9VAI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Loose Loot - Ep. 146", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/_YA9mej9VAI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAZ77BYfQnzJvZi0Cuo7-cSoqeeUA", "plot": "The Stooges are the sole beneficiaries of a substantial inheritance, yet encounter obstacles in the form of a duplicitous broker named Icabod Slipp, who has taken control of the funds. Engaging in a series of confrontations with Slipp in his office, the Stooges are subjected to false accusations of being the culprits responsible for the misappropriation of funds. Consequently, Slipp absconds with the inheritance, prompting the Stooges to pursue him to a theater. Within the confines of the theater, a tumultuous exchange ensues between the Stooges and Slipp, along with his associate Joe, as they vie for control of the money. Amidst a flurry of physical altercations and exchanges of the inheritance bag, the Stooges emerge victorious over Slipp and Joe. However, their victory is short-lived as they encounter unexpected resistance from three showgirls who had concealed themselves in a nearby closet during the confrontation. Unbeknownst to the Stooges, these showgirls had become aware of the money and engage in a comical struggle to retain possession of it. Further complicating matters, a surreal turn of events unfolds when a portrait of Napoleon inexplicably springs to life, seizing the bag of money and attempting to abscond with it. Reacting swiftly, Moe incapacitates the animated Napoleon with a well-aimed brick, allowing the Stooges to reclaim the money. Their triumph culminates in a celebratory dance as they reclaim their rightful inheritance.", "summary": "The Stooges are the sole beneficiaries of a substantial inheritance, yet encounter obstacles in the form of a duplicitous broker named Icabod Slipp, who has taken control of the funds.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046010/", "releaseDate": "1953-04-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loose_Loot", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 54", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Loose_Loot", "runtimeSeconds": 954, "runtime": "15:54" }, { "n": 147, "title": "Tricky Dicks", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 May 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tricky_Dicks", "video": "O3Cy0r3Rwck", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Tricky Dicks - Ep. 147", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O3Cy0r3Rwck/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBDyNTRV-Jzu_NueotSlh4SV-Ca-g", "plot": "The Stooges, assuming the roles of detectives immersed in a game of gin rummy, contend with constant interruptions, particularly from a persistently ringing telephone. Their focus is momentarily diverted when Shemp introduces the pickpocket Slick Chick, who adeptly eludes the confines of the police station through persuasive rhetoric. Subsequently, Shemp joins the ongoing gin rummy match, adding another layer of complexity to their activities as they grapple with the challenges posed by an obstinate filing cabinet. Their routine is disrupted by the imposition of a time-sensitive task by their angry superior, Police Chief B. A. Copper, who tasks them with resolving the murder case of Slug McGurk within a 24-hour timeframe. The trio's initial encounter with a prospective suspect named Chopper is marked by linguistic convolution, as his verbose confession bewilders the Stooges, leading to their dismissal of his assertions. Amidst the chaos, Larry's amorous advance towards a female officer is met with a swift rebuke. Further complicating matters, their office becomes a revolving door for individuals seeking their attention, culminating in a succession of encounters with a witness whose incongruous appearance and linguistic incongruity provoke bewilderment. The comedic trajectory unfolds with Shemp's comical exchange regarding a dismissed bootlegging charge and culminates in a chaotic confrontation with an armed assailant within the confines of their office. The ensuing pandemonium is mitigated by the intervention of Antonio Zucchini Salami Gorgonzola de Pizza's resourceful monkey, which incapacitates the assailant with a series of well-aimed objects, allowing the Stooges to emerge bewildered but unscathed.", "summary": "The Stooges, assuming the roles of detectives immersed in a game of gin rummy, contend with constant interruptions, particularly from a persistently ringing telephone.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046460/", "releaseDate": "1953-05-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tricky_Dicks", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 50", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tricky_Dicks", "runtimeSeconds": 950, "runtime": "15:50" }, { "n": 148, "title": "Spooks!", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 June 15", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spooks_(1953_film)", "video": "gwKA4CNNW28", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Spooks! - Ep. 148", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/gwKA4CNNW28/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBOUFNXhr7se4ydClhAIrdKmnmJbQ", "plot": "The Stooges, functioning as private investigators, are enlisted to pursue the case of a kidnapped individual, Mary Bopper, daughter of George B. Bopper. Adopting a methodical approach, they opt to retrace Bopper's steps to the location where she was last observed, ultimately directing their investigation to the domain of the enigmatic Dr. Jeckyll and his aide, Mr. Hyde. Within this milieu, a gorilla is detained, evidently subjected to experimental inquiries. Employing subterfuge, the Stooges undertake the guise of itinerant purveyors of pies as they infiltrate the premises with the intent of effecting the rescue of the abducted girl.", "summary": "The Stooges, functioning as private investigators, are enlisted to pursue the case of a kidnapped individual, Mary Bopper, daughter of George B.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046354/", "releaseDate": "1953-06-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spooks_(1953_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 44", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spooks_(1953_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 944, "runtime": "15:44" }, { "n": 149, "title": "Pardon My Backfire", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 August 15", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Backfire", "video": "Fg8vVLYJN_o", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pardon My Backfire - Ep. 149", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Fg8vVLYJN_o/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLA8HUhghKXcu86I0vsrkRFFwnSk-Q", "plot": "The Stooges are auto mechanics who need money in order to marry their sweethearts. While working in their auto garage, some escaped convicts pull in with a damaged fender. While the trio are working on the vehicle, they hear a news flash over the radio about some escaped convicts. They put the pieces together and realize that the baddies are right in their garage. The boys capture the crooks, collect the reward, and marry their sweethearts. 3-D effects include Moe's eye pokes,Shemp saying \"I want a piece of cake in t he worst way\"(and gets it)---and such dangerous tools as blowtorches and hammers coming \"at you\". When Moe's rear end is set afire Shemp tries to put it out with paint thinner(with predictable results).", "summary": "The Stooges are auto mechanics who need money in order to marry their sweethearts.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046162/", "releaseDate": "1953-08-15", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Backfire", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 52", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pardon_My_Backfire", "runtimeSeconds": 952, "runtime": "15:52" }, { "n": 150, "title": "Rip, Sew and Stitch", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 September 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rip,_Sew_and_Stitch", "video": "Slseo4JWCAQ", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Rip, Sew and Stitch - Ep. 150", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Slseo4JWCAQ/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAfF57ZTkcgTYyLB0A3suc1DvR8jg", "plot": "The Stooges find themselves in dire financial straits as their tailor shop faces imminent repossession by the Skin and Flint Finance Corporation. Learning of a substantial reward offered for the capture of fugitive bank robber Terry \"Slippery Fingered\" Hargan, the trio sees an opportunity to alleviate their economic troubles. Serendipitously, Hargan seeks refuge in their shop, inadvertently leaving behind a suit jacket containing the combination to a safe. Upon Hargan's discreet return to the shop while the Stooges are occupied elsewhere in pursuit of leads, he attempts to retrieve the combination by surreptitiously rummaging through the jackets. Subsequently, Hargan returns accompanied by his accomplices, leading to a chaotic altercation. Ultimately, the Stooges emerge victorious, securing both the reward to settle their debts and fortuitously acquiring Hargan's ill-gotten gains.", "summary": "The Stooges find themselves in dire financial straits as their tailor shop faces imminent repossession by the Skin and Flint Finance Corporation.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0046242/", "releaseDate": "1953-09-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rip,_Sew_and_Stitch", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 39", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rip,_Sew_and_Stitch", "runtimeSeconds": 999, "runtime": "16:39" }, { "n": 151, "title": "Bubble Trouble", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 October 08", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_Trouble_(film)", "video": "UOJMIGvKlKI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Bubble Trouble - Ep. 151", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/UOJMIGvKlKI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDaO2Dh80SgM8h_JppijFLEXwvzeg", "plot": "The Stooges, proprietors of a local drug store facing lease expiration due to the obstinate landlord Amos Flint, witness his maltreatment of his elderly wife Cerina. Moved by Cerina's plight, the Stooges offer her refuge in their shop's rear quarters. Inspired by Cerina's desire to regain her lost youth, Shemp concocts a \"Fountain of Youth\" elixir, leading to Cerina's transformation into a stunning beauty. However, a mishap involving bubble gum instead of marshmallows adds a comedic twist to their celebration. When Amos encounters Cerina's rejuvenated state, he reconsiders his eviction threat but inadvertently transforms into a gorilla after overdosing on the elixir. Subdued by the Stooges, Amos is confined, prompting the trio to entertain the idea of exhibiting him as a talking gorilla. Moe's suggestion to amplify their profits by transforming Shemp leads to a humorous finale with Moe mimicking gorilla behavior.", "summary": "The Stooges, proprietors of a local drug store facing lease expiration due to the obstinate landlord Amos Flint, witness his maltreatment of his elderly wife Cerina.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045583/", "releaseDate": "1953-10-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_Trouble_(film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 30", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_Trouble_(film)", "runtimeSeconds": 990, "runtime": "16:30" }, { "n": 152, "title": "Goof on the Roof", "year": 1953, "date": "1953 December 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goof_on_the_Roof", "video": "w04JNErz768", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Goof on the Roof - Ep. 152", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/w04JNErz768/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBLqcmNhlnTi1AbJg6ORjiXHaZ9vw", "plot": "The Stooges are informed of their roommate Bill's recent marriage, necessitating their relocation to accommodate his new wife. As a gesture of appreciation, they undertake the installation of Bill's newly acquired television antenna. However, their efforts quickly devolve into chaos, resulting in the destruction of both the television set and the household itself. The trio's ineptitude extends to basic household maintenance tasks, exemplified by recurring incidents such as Shemp repeatedly plunging headfirst into a bucket of water, prompting humorous confusion among the group members. The kitchen's swinging door proves to be another source of mishap, leading to frequent injuries. Upon the arrival of the television set, Larry inadvertently misplaces a crucial component down a wall cavity, exacerbating the situation by inadvertently igniting a fire while searching for it. Their attempts to extinguish the flames only worsen the situation, culminating in a series of mishaps involving buckets of water. Efforts to affix the television antenna to the roof result in Shemp plummeting through the ceiling and landing atop the television set, destroying it beyond repair. When Bill's newlywed wife returns home to discover the chaos, she reacts furiously, prompting Bill to swiftly revert to his single status. In a fit of anger, Bill directs his frustration towards his roommates and kicks them out.", "summary": "The Stooges are informed of their roommate Bill's recent marriage, necessitating their relocation to accommodate his new wife.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045831/", "releaseDate": "1953-12-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goof_on_the_Roof", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 23", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goof_on_the_Roof", "runtimeSeconds": 983, "runtime": "16:23" }, { "n": 153, "title": "Income Tax Sappy", "year": 1954, "date": "1954 February 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Income_Tax_Sappy", "video": "zn_6lpzHtac", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Income Tax Sappy - Ep. 153", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/zn_6lpzHtac/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAGGrKfhnFV6k2WL459oyGE8iiKJA", "plot": "The Stooges are faced with the imminent deadline for filing their income taxes. During their preparations, Moe remarks on the potential ease of deceit in tax returns without detection. This prompts the three to devise a scheme involving falsifying deductions to secure a substantial refund. Expanding on this plan, Larry and Shemp propose offering fraudulent deductions services to others for a fee, thus positioning themselves as \"tax experts\". Their scheme proves lucrative, leading to a period of opulence for the trio, who amass considerable wealth from their deceitful endeavors. However, their prosperity is short-lived. During a dinner event with a client, Mr. Cash, whose distinctive beard inadvertently falls victim to Larry's clumsy hand, tensions escalate due to a series of mishaps and the Stooges' ineptitude. Mr. Cash, revealing himself as an undercover agent for the Internal Revenue Service , promptly calls for backup to arrest the Stooges for tax fraud.", "summary": "The Stooges are faced with the imminent deadline for filing their income taxes.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047115/", "releaseDate": "1954-02-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Income_Tax_Sappy", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 31", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Income_Tax_Sappy", "runtimeSeconds": 991, "runtime": "16:31" }, { "n": 154, "title": "Musty Musketeers", "year": 1954, "date": "1954 May 13", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musty_Musketeers", "video": "Vs5dq9pzx1w", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Musty Musketeers - Ep. 154", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/Vs5dq9pzx1w/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBm4_7glgLi0CSg9DjCcPVY5pOvsQ", "plot": "The Stooges serve as fiddlers at the court of the Old King Cole who are subject to a decree from the monarch that prohibits their marital unions until the forthcoming nuptials between Princess Alicia and Prince Gallant III of Rhododendron , scheduled to coincide with the springtime bloom of flowers. The malicious designs of the malevolent magician Murgatroyd disrupt this arrangement as he orchestrates the abduction of Princess Alicia for his own matrimonial aspirations. Amidst their endeavors to attend to their equine companions by fitting them with new horseshoes, the Stooges inadvertently stumble upon the captive Princess Alicia, ensnared and silenced within the confines of the castle floor. In a parallel stratagem, Murgatroyd secures the consent of King Cole to his matrimonial intentions under the condition that he successfully retrieves the abducted princess. Employing subterfuge, Moe and Larry manipulate the castle guards, causing a diversion that facilitates Shemp's liberation of the princess. Their triumph is ephemeral, however, as the Stooges, along with Princess Alicia, are soon ensnared by the machinations of Murgatroyd and his accomplices. In a bid for freedom, the Stooges ascend a rope ladder concealed within a magic box, inadvertently enduring the maleficent implements wielded by Murgatroyd in his attempt to thwart their escape. The box ultimately succumbs to the strain, precipitating the Stooges' descent just as Princess Alicia arrives to reveal her abductor's identity. A conflict ensues, marked by a display of swordsmanship, as the Stooges confront Murgatroyd. Ultimately, the Stooges prevail, securing victory and clearing the path for their marriages to their respective sweethearts.", "summary": "The Stooges serve as fiddlers at the court of the Old King Cole who are subject to a decree from the monarch that prohibits their marital unions until the forthcoming nuptials between Princess Alicia and Prince Gallant III of Rhododendron , scheduled to coincide with the springtime bloom of flowers.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047254/", "releaseDate": "1954-05-13", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musty_Musketeers", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 55", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Musty_Musketeers", "runtimeSeconds": 955, "runtime": "15:55" }, { "n": 155, "title": "Pals and Gals", "year": 1954, "date": "1954 June 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pals_and_Gals", "video": "DMceFh0RgE4", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pals and Gals - Ep. 155", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DMceFh0RgE4/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBHCBvFjJWT4l-pmgjE_OV2ifyQpg", "plot": "Shemp's ailment, an enlarged vein in his leg, triggers concerns about potential amputation. Following medical advice, he embarks on a therapeutic journey to the Old West . Arriving in a frontier town characterized by its lawlessness, the trio forms an unlikely bond with the notorious outlaw Doc Barker. Misinterpreting Shemp's reference to his medical condition as a metaphor for a lucrative gold vein, Barker becomes intrigued. However, their newfound camaraderie is tested when Nell, a local resident, reveals Barker's true identity as an outlaw holding her sisters captive. The Stooges devise a stratagem to acquire the keys to the prison cell where Nell's sisters are held. Shemp engages Barker in a poker game, while Moe and Larry concoct a potent beverage containing various hazardous substances, aiming to incapacitate the outlaws. To safeguard Shemp, they provide him with a harmless sarsaparilla. After Barker unwittingly consumes the toxic concoction and demands water, Shemp douses the gang with a fire hose, enabling Moe and Larry to retrieve the keys and free Nell's sisters. Barker succumbs to heart failure during the poker game, and his gang plans to execute Larry. Moe and Shemp, aided by makeshift tools, endeavor to rescue their comrade while the sisters seek outside assistance. Evading capture, the Stooges resort to disguising themselves in Southern-style attire but are recognized by a gang member. A frantic chase ensues, leading the trio to seek refuge outside town. When cornered by Barker's gang, Shemp ingeniously repurposes his gun belt as makeshift ammunition, intimidating the assailants into retreat and ensuring the Stooges' triumph.", "summary": "Shemp's ailment, an enlarged vein in his leg, triggers concerns about potential amputation.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047326/", "releaseDate": "1954-06-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pals_and_Gals", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 41", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pals_and_Gals", "runtimeSeconds": 1001, "runtime": "16:41" }, { "n": 156, "title": "Knutzy Knights", "year": 1954, "date": "1954 September 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knutzy_Knights", "video": "pRvBqjMRMIw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Knutzy Knights - Ep. 156", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pRvBqjMRMIw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDJncdZcnysWbT_IQEWZFK1xZoGxg", "plot": "The Stooges, acting as troubadours , are dispatched to ameliorate the despondency of Princess Elaine, who finds herself disconsolate due to her imminent betrothal to the Black Prince, a suitor chosen for her in an arranged marriage by her father, the King. However, Princess Elaine's affections are firmly directed towards Cedric, the local blacksmith. The Stooges endeavor to intercede on behalf of Cedric by engaging in a musical intervention, serenading Princess Elaine with a rendition reminiscent of the Sextette from Lucia di Lammermoor . Their lyrical rendition subtly conveys Cedric's presence and issues a cautionary note regarding the nefarious designs of the Black Prince. Subsequently, Cedric is apprehended by the king's guards and sentenced to capital punishment by beheading. In due course, the King becomes cognizant of the sinister machinations of the Black Prince and his co-conspirators, leading to their incarceration. With this revelation, Princess Elaine is granted the liberty to espouse Cedric, culminating in a denouement characterized by harmonious resolution and felicity for all involved parties.", "summary": "The Stooges, acting as troubadours , are dispatched to ameliorate the despondency of Princess Elaine, who finds herself disconsolate due to her imminent betrothal to the Black Prince, a suitor chosen for her in an arranged marriage by her father, the King.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047153/", "releaseDate": "1954-09-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knutzy_Knights", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 22", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knutzy_Knights", "runtimeSeconds": 922, "runtime": "15:22" }, { "n": 157, "title": "Shot in the Frontier", "year": 1954, "date": "1954 October 07", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shot_in_the_Frontier", "video": "b35U8R2m2pI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Shot in the Frontier - Ep. 157", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/b35U8R2m2pI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBpyniqm2yy-vyr4BgGHLDcWsgq9Q", "plot": "Following their matrimonial ceremonies, the Stooges are confronted with an unsettling revelation: the Noonan brothers, during the Stooges' recent absence, have developed an affection for the newlywed wives and sworn to exact vengeance upon our protagonists should the weddings transpire. Subsequently, in the aftermath of the Justice of the Peace's departure, the Stooges find themselves pursued by the Noonan brothers, leading to a comedic skirmish involving firearms and ultimately devolving into a physical altercation. Amidst the chaos, an elderly individual named Lem inadvertently exacerbates the tension by persistently serenading both factions with an off-key rendition of \" Red River Valley \". Moe, reaching his threshold of patience, resorts to destroying Lem's guitar in frustration. Unperturbed, Lem promptly produces a miniature guitar and resumes his discordant performance, adding an element of absurdity to the escalating conflict.", "summary": "Following their matrimonial ceremonies, the Stooges are confronted with an unsettling revelation: the Noonan brothers, during the Stooges' recent absence, have developed an affection for the newlywed wives and sworn to exact vengeance upon our protagonists should the weddings transpire.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047482/", "releaseDate": "1954-10-07", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shot_in_the_Frontier", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 52", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shot_in_the_Frontier", "runtimeSeconds": 952, "runtime": "15:52" }, { "n": 158, "title": "Scotched in Scotland", "year": 1954, "date": "1954 November 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scotched_in_Scotland", "video": "FIRCULUpbyc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Scotched in Scotland - Ep. 158", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/FIRCULUpbyc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDVS-Cbzac64gp6xBzIi0niCUnvVg", "plot": "The Stooges are detective school graduates who are shipped off to Scotland . Adorned in kilts and adopting contrived Scottish accents, the Stooges, adopting the aliases McMoe, McLarry, and McShemp, assuming the responsibility of safeguarding the esteemed possessions housed within the precincts of Glenheather Castle, under the auspices of The Earl. Unbeknownst to them, the castle's staff are complicit in a scheme to pilfer its treasures, taking advantage of the Stooges' presence as they slumber within its walls. However, the Stooges ultimately apprehend the perpetrators, led by the nefarious Lorna Doone, who, under the guise of the Earl's secretary, orchestrates the clandestine operation. Their triumph is ephemeral as, amidst their jubilation, they encounter a bagpipe-playing skeletal apparition, prompting their hasty departure from the castle premises.", "summary": "The Stooges are detective school graduates who are shipped off to Scotland .", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047460/", "releaseDate": "1954-11-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scotched_in_Scotland", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 35", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scotched_in_Scotland", "runtimeSeconds": 935, "runtime": "15:35" }, { "n": 159, "title": "Fling in the Ring", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 January 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fling_in_the_Ring", "video": "4s8qhzkX7qM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Fling in the Ring - Ep. 159", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/4s8qhzkX7qM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLA6N14-wXzvuKa-GoNKIRkWKc9bwA", "plot": "The Stooges work as trainers for boxer Chopper Kane, under the shady oversight of Big Mike, a crooked figure tied to boxing and organized crime. Though they back Chopper, Big Mike secretly bets on his rival, Gorilla Watson, and pressures the Stooges to sabotage Chopper or face serious consequences. To ensure Chopper loses, the Stooges try to slow him down by making him gain weight. Their plan falls apart when luck intervenes when Gorilla injures his hand trying to punch Moe the night before the fight. Chopper wins, but Big Mike is furious and sends his goons after the Stooges. After a slapstick showdown where they briefly get the upper hand, the Stooges are chased again. In the chaos, Shemp knocks out both the henchmen and himself. As Moe and Larry try to revive him, they accidentally rouse the goons too, forcing them to flee with Shemp in tow.", "summary": "The Stooges work as trainers for boxer Chopper Kane, under the shady oversight of Big Mike, a crooked figure tied to boxing and organized crime.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048083/", "releaseDate": "1955-01-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fling_in_the_Ring", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 18", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fling_in_the_Ring", "runtimeSeconds": 978, "runtime": "16:18" }, { "n": 160, "title": "Of Cash and Hash", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 February 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Of_Cash_and_Hash", "video": "v5OcqBLWmCw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Of Cash and Hash - Ep. 160", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/v5OcqBLWmCw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCkinvukyFDsufpJMlSIMVdcZEfHQ", "plot": "The Stooges become ensnared in a case of mistaken identity when they are erroneously implicated in an armored car robbery, a predicament exacerbated by their inadvertent involvement in a crossfire incident. Subsequently, Captain Mullins subjects the trio to a lie detector examination, a procedure aimed at discerning their culpability in the alleged offense. However, the results of the examination absolve them of any wrongdoing, leading to their release from custody. Following their exoneration, they return to their regular duties at the Elite Café. Upon the fortuitous arrival of acquaintance Gladys Harmon at the restaurant, a turn of events unfolds as one of the actual perpetrators of the armored car robbery hastily departs the vicinity. In a bid to apprehend the fugitive, the Stooges initiate a pursuit that culminates in their arrival at a decrepit mansion serving as the clandestine refuge for the bandits and their menacing enforcer, Angel. The situation escalates when Gladys becomes the target of abduction by the criminal syndicate. In response, the Stooges undertake a valiant rescue mission, successfully liberating Gladys from captivity while also recovering the pilfered funds.", "summary": "The Stooges become ensnared in a case of mistaken identity when they are erroneously implicated in an armored car robbery, a predicament exacerbated by their inadvertent involvement in a crossfire incident.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048440/", "releaseDate": "1955-02-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Of_Cash_and_Hash", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 52", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Of_Cash_and_Hash", "runtimeSeconds": 952, "runtime": "15:52" }, { "n": 161, "title": "Gypped in the Penthouse", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 March 10", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gypped_in_the_Penthouse", "video": "xlBvj8xRuYc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Gypped in the Penthouse - Ep. 161", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/xlBvj8xRuYc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDj1OpPxw2qHoSrnM_2EJ86Z_9BvQ", "plot": "At the Woman Haters Club, Larry and Shemp recount their respective encounters with a gold-digging woman, realizing belatedly that they have been duped by the same individual. Jane, the woman in question, manipulates Larry into an engagement before abandoning him upon encountering Moe, who presents her with a more substantial diamond ring. Meanwhile, Shemp finds himself unwittingly ensnared in Jane's web of deception after performing a charitable act, leading to a precarious situation with her husband, Moe. Following the exchange of their tales, the trio seeks solace in alcohol at the club. Their commiseration is interrupted by fellow member Charlie, who introduces Moe as the club's newest recruit. Both Larry and Shemp flee the club in dismay, only to coincidentally encounter Jane once more. In an act of revenge, they retaliate by sabotaging Jane's belongings and disrupting her peace, expressing their frustration at her deceitful actions.", "summary": "At the Woman Haters Club, Larry and Shemp recount their respective encounters with a gold-digging woman, realizing belatedly that they have been duped by the same individual.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048141/", "releaseDate": "1955-03-10", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gypped_in_the_Penthouse", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 01", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gypped_in_the_Penthouse", "runtimeSeconds": 961, "runtime": "16:01" }, { "n": 162, "title": "Bedlam in Paradise", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 April 14", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedlam_in_Paradise", "video": "wYThSO2iJzo", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Bedlam in Paradise - Ep. 162", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/wYThSO2iJzo/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLARwQFN3tIpZuCLD0S34qGymagmTw", "plot": "Shemp grapples with the liminality between life and death while under the care of Moe and Larry in his final moments. Confronted with mortality, Shemp articulates a warning to his companions, hinting at the possibility of his posthumous presence as a harbinger of consequence should they deviate from moral rectitude. Upon Shemp's transition to the afterlife, his Uncle Mortimer deliberates over the disposition of his soul, pondering whether Shemp's deeds warrant celestial ascension or infernal descent. The arrival of the Devil, represented by the enigmatic figure of Mr. Helle, introduces a moral dilemma, as he seeks to entice Shemp with hedonistic temptations personified by the seductive allure of Helen Blazes. Amidst this existential quandary, Uncle Mortimer intervenes, offering Shemp a chance at redemption and eternal bliss in Heaven contingent upon his covert return to Earth to influence the moral rectitude of Moe and Larry. Meanwhile, Mr. Helle, in his diabolical guise, incites Moe and Larry towards acts of moral turpitude, suggesting fraudulent schemes such as soliciting financing from a wealthy couple for the production of novelty fountain pens. Shemp's intervention thwarts their machinations, albeit inadvertently instigating a calamitous fire. The narrative then transitions back to the setting of Shemp's bedroom, revealing the preceding events to be an allegorical dream sequence. However, the dream's symbolic implications manifest in reality as Shemp finds himself in imminent peril due to his negligent behavior of falling asleep while smoking. Following the extinguishment of the conflagration, Shemp recounts his dreamlike experience to Moe and Larry, prompting a comically anticlimactic response from his cousins in the form of a cream pie assault and a sardonic offering of writing implements.", "summary": "Shemp grapples with the liminality between life and death while under the care of Moe and Larry in his final moments.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047866/", "releaseDate": "1955-04-14", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedlam_in_Paradise", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 55", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bedlam_in_Paradise", "runtimeSeconds": 955, "runtime": "15:55" }, { "n": 163, "title": "Stone Age Romeos", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 June 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_Age_Romeos", "video": "g0wWqeNwJgc", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Stone Age Romeos - Ep. 163", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/g0wWqeNwJgc/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAIzrPw7kS-lAnViLLfPJWrL_4jbA", "plot": "The Stooges embark on a quest to validate the existence of contemporary cavemen, driven by the prospect of securing a monetary reward from museum curator B. Bopper. Armed with a 16mm camera , they venture into the wilderness, poised to document any evidence supporting their claim. Upon their return, they present Bopper with a film purportedly showcasing three cavemen inhabiting a prehistoric milieu. The footage depicts the cavemen engaged in mundane activities such as milk mixing, fish hunting, egg gathering, and defending their female counterparts from rival cavemen. Bopper receives the film with exuberance, anticipating the validation of his beliefs and the fulfillment of his reward pledge. However, his enthusiasm is short-lived when he overhears the Stooges clandestinely confessing to orchestrating the charade by portraying the cavemen themselves. Incensed by their deception, Bopper responds with a visceral display of outrage, administering punitive retribution by firing upon the Stooges' posterior regions. The altercation culminates with Bopper inflicting self-harm by inadvertently discharging his firearm into his own foot.", "summary": "The Stooges embark on a quest to validate the existence of contemporary cavemen, driven by the prospect of securing a monetary reward from museum curator B.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048660/", "releaseDate": "1955-06-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_Age_Romeos", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 48", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stone_Age_Romeos", "runtimeSeconds": 948, "runtime": "15:48" }, { "n": 164, "title": "Wham-Bam-Slam!", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 September 01", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wham_Bam_Slam", "video": "6oltxiJ8QLw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Wham-Bam-Slam! - Ep. 164", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/6oltxiJ8QLw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAGWrF9gPvDmbF-Vys3twA5GYyWVw", "plot": "Shemp's prolonged ailment, stemming from a persistent toothache, prompts the Stooges' acquaintance Claude to impart a set of precise instructions for alleviating the discomfort. However, Moe and Larry's misinterpretation of Claude's guidance leads to a series of missteps in their attempts to resolve Shemp's dental predicament. Eventually, after a tumultuous endeavor, they successfully extract the troublesome tooth. Subsequently, Claude proposes a camping trip as a means of recuperation for Shemp. In a display of camaraderie, Claude offers to sell the Stooges a car to facilitate their excursion, yet the vehicle proves fraught with mechanical deficiencies. The trio encounters a sequence of tribulations in their endeavor to mobilize the faulty automobile, culminating in Moe sustaining an injury when a flat tire ensnares his foot beneath the vehicle. Despite the challenges encountered during their journey, Shemp experiences a notable improvement in his condition, signaling the efficacy of the excursion as a therapeutic intervention.", "summary": "Shemp's prolonged ailment, stemming from a persistent toothache, prompts the Stooges' acquaintance Claude to impart a set of precise instructions for alleviating the discomfort.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048804/", "releaseDate": "1955-09-01", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wham_Bam_Slam", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 54", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wham_Bam_Slam", "runtimeSeconds": 954, "runtime": "15:54" }, { "n": 165, "title": "Hot Ice", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 October 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Ice_(1955_film)", "video": "8mWtJYXe2_o", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hot Ice - Ep. 165", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/8mWtJYXe2_o/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAIIMvc6nydT9-n7Hq1EUXz6UqJDA", "plot": "The Stooges are aspiring detectives who find themselves inadvertently immersed in a case concerning the theft of the esteemed Punjab diamond by the notorious Dapper, prompting a departure for Scotland to investigate. Driven by aspirations of professional validation, the trio embarks on a quest for intelligence at Squid McGuffy's cafe, masquerading as law enforcement officials to elicit cooperation. Their investigative endeavors yield a fortuitous discovery within the premises, as they chance upon Dapper's accomplice concealing the purloined jewel within a candy receptacle. Despite initial misconceptions and comedic missteps, the Stooges maintain their vigilance, anticipating Dapper's eventual appearance. During their stakeout, a sequence of events unfolds precipitating a comedic imbroglio, with Shemp inadvertently ingesting the diamond amid flirtatious overtures towards Dapper's moll. The ensuing escalation of tensions culminates in a perilous predicament, with Dapper resorting to drastic measures to retrieve the diamond. However, a fortuitous turn of events intervenes, as Moe and Larry, incarcerated in a closet, acquire tools enabling their escape, inadvertently stumbling into a confrontation with a gorilla that incapacitates Dapper and his cohort. Subsequent events lead to the unexpected retrieval of the diamond from Shemp's person, facilitated by the unlikely intervention of the gorilla. Shortly thereafter, Shemp elucidates the manner in which he successfully ingested the diamond, attributing his achievement to the replication of the same action.", "summary": "The Stooges are aspiring detectives who find themselves inadvertently immersed in a case concerning the theft of the esteemed Punjab diamond by the notorious Dapper, prompting a departure for Scotland to investigate.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0048177/", "releaseDate": "1955-10-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Ice_(1955_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 11", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Ice_(1955_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 971, "runtime": "16:11" }, { "n": 166, "title": "Blunder Boys", "year": 1955, "date": "1955 November 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blunder_Boys", "video": "vgXuhSQUJpw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Blunder Boys - Ep. 166", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/vgXuhSQUJpw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAuH1_Hje7ccXt9qlhRLNe0wZH35g", "plot": "Following their military service, the Stooges opt to pursue tertiary education, specializing in the field of criminology. Despite completing their studies with the attainment of the lowest academic honors, the trio subsequently integrate into law enforcement ranks, entrusted with the task of apprehending a notorious bandit known as the Eel, poised to perpetrate a robbery at the esteemed Biltless Hotel. Their endeavors, however, prove futile, as they fail to apprehend the criminal or recover the pilfered funds, resulting in their expulsion from the police force. Subsequently relegated to menial labor as ditch diggers, the Stooges find themselves grappling with the ramifications of their failed law enforcement venture.", "summary": "Following their military service, the Stooges opt to pursue tertiary education, specializing in the field of criminology.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047890/", "releaseDate": "1955-11-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blunder_Boys", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 57", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blunder_Boys", "runtimeSeconds": 957, "runtime": "15:57" }, { "n": 167, "title": "Husbands Beware", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 January 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Husbands_Beware", "video": "-r0NFAEbauw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Husbands Beware - Ep. 167", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/-r0NFAEbauw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLA5iE3u5pLo9ol6eEF6EXixpJTzZw", "plot": "Moe and Larry, precipitated by familial ties, find themselves wedded to Shemp's corpulent sisters, only to realize post-nuptials the unenviable nature of their matrimonial alliances. Tasked with the onerous responsibility of orchestrating a wedding feast, their culinary endeavors culminate in culinary calamities, including indigestible muffins, tainted coffee, and a turkey imbued with flammable turpentine. Their dismal matrimonial predicaments precipitate their expulsion from the familial abode, instigating a vow of retribution against Shemp, the unwitting matchmaker. Meanwhile, Shemp, a music instructor, finds himself entangled in an opportunity, wherein matrimony within a tight temporal constraint promises a substantial inheritance from his ostensibly deceased uncle Calib's estate. The ensuing scramble for a suitable spouse ensnares Shemp in a labyrinthine web of chaos, as erstwhile paramours and opportunists converge upon the matrimonial prospect. Ultimately, Shemp's precipitous union with Fanny Dinkelmeyer, orchestrated within the stipulated time frame, unravels the machinations of his purported inheritance. Discovering the ruse orchestrated by Moe and Larry as retribution for their matrimonial misadventures, Shemp's ire culminates in a vengeful act of violence against his erstwhile compatriots.", "summary": "Moe and Larry, precipitated by familial ties, find themselves wedded to Shemp's corpulent sisters, only to realize post-nuptials the unenviable nature of their matrimonial alliances.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049346/", "releaseDate": "1956-01-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Husbands_Beware", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 53", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Husbands_Beware", "runtimeSeconds": 953, "runtime": "15:53" }, { "n": 168, "title": "Creeps", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 February 02", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creeps_(film)", "video": "qsBUHoQpwYs", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Creeps - Ep. 168", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/qsBUHoQpwYs/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLB4-7J7urrs3iprzJSvGiorrDyNXA", "plot": "The Stooges regale their three sons with tales of their past exploits, recounting instances when they worked as movers tasked with relocating furniture from haunted locales. In one narrative, they recall their assignment at the foreboding Smorgasbord Castle, where they encounter a suit of armor allegedly inhabited by the ghostly figure of Peeping Tom . Despite initial apprehension, the Stooges are reassured of Tom's benign nature. However, their determination to relocate the haunted armor leads to a series of comedic misadventures, including encounters with disruptive elements like frogs and close brushes with perilous contraptions such as a guillotine.", "summary": "The Stooges regale their three sons with tales of their past exploits, recounting instances when they worked as movers tasked with relocating furniture from haunted locales.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049104/", "releaseDate": "1956-02-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creeps_(film)", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 40", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creeps_(film)", "runtimeSeconds": 940, "runtime": "15:40" }, { "n": 169, "title": "Flagpole Jitters", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 April 05", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flagpole_Jitters", "video": "WmHrY04rmdI", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Flagpole Jitters - Ep. 169", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/WmHrY04rmdI/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBn5oufhqjtq9iaUPXXWeX76NRuRA", "plot": "The Stooges are paperhangers concurrently assuming the role of caregivers for the disabled Mary, who uses a wheelchair. Their routine is disrupted by the allure of a poster featuring the eminent hypnotist, Svengarlic, renowned for his captivating performances. Motivated by the prospect of Mary's potential rehabilitation through hypnotic intervention, the Stooges seek Svengarlic's services, albeit unwittingly falling prey to his ulterior motives. However, Svengarlic's intentions veer from the Stooges' altruistic aspirations, as he orchestrates a diversionary spectacle using the trio as unwitting pawns. The Stooges, mesmerized by Svengarlic's hypnotic prowess, are induced to perform a precarious dance atop a flagpole, while his henchmen perpetrate a heist at a nearby jewelry emporium. An inadvertent cyclist collides with Svengarlic, abruptly terminating the hypnotic trance and jolting the Stooges back to consciousness. In a state of disorientation and panic, the Stooges discover themselves in a precarious suspension atop the flagpole, an unintended consequence of its collapse. This fortuitous turn of events unexpectedly propels them into the heart of an in-progress robbery, where their presence disrupts the criminal enterprise, culminating in its ultimate foiling.", "summary": "The Stooges are paperhangers concurrently assuming the role of caregivers for the disabled Mary, who uses a wheelchair.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049214/", "releaseDate": "1956-04-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flagpole_Jitters", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 56", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flagpole_Jitters", "runtimeSeconds": 956, "runtime": "15:56" }, { "n": 170, "title": "For Crimin' Out Loud", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 May 03", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_Crimin'_Out_Loud", "video": "EVRYXc5oT4w", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - For Crimin' Out Loud - Ep. 170", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/EVRYXc5oT4w/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLD1LSjhpo9TAwf3761ykwtkiFzsnw", "plot": "The Stooges work for Miracle Detective Agency, and are hired by a middle-aged millionaire named John Goodrich ( Emil Sitka ) to track down some racketeers who have threatened his life. Mr. Goodrich apprises them of the malevolent activities perpetrated by the Phantom Gang, an malevolent organization implicated in the murder of prominent socialites and affluent individuals, with Mr. Goodrich himself slated as their next victim. Upon their arrival, the Stooges find Mr. Goodrich incapacitated and confined, with his complicit butler, who is revealed to be a member of the Phantom Gang, receiving them. Furthermore, Mr. Goodrich's niece, a member of the gang, endeavors to ensnare Shemp, culminating in an attempt to administer poison. Subsequently, the Stooges find themselves pursued by Nikko, a formidable henchman of imposing stature, throughout the premises. Following a confrontation wherein Shemp incapacitates Nikko, the unconscious Mr. Goodrich inadvertently discloses the machinations of the Phantom Gang. A melee ensues amidst the darkness, ultimately resulting in the apprehension of the malefactors by the Stooges. Notably, Shemp concludes the encounter by inadvertently rendering himself, Moe, Mr. Goodrich, and Larry unconscious, subsequent to his successful neutralization of the Phantom Gang utilizing a fireplace shovel.", "summary": "The Stooges work for Miracle Detective Agency, and are hired by a middle-aged millionaire named John Goodrich ( Emil Sitka ) to track down some racketeers who have threatened his life.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049222/", "releaseDate": "1956-05-03", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_Crimin'_Out_Loud", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 02", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/For_Crimin'_Out_Loud", "runtimeSeconds": 962, "runtime": "16:02" }, { "n": 171, "title": "Rumpus in the Harem", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 June 21", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rumpus_in_the_Harem", "video": "nY6E_wp5e1o", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Rumpus in the Harem - Ep. 171", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/nY6E_wp5e1o/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLB4bAdw5MLgXyeO3ElV4jGzLVSTiQ", "plot": "The Stooges are proprietors of the Cafe Casbah Bah, an establishment situated in a Middle Eastern milieu. Their morning commences with an abrupt awakening by their distressed romantic partners, beseeching financial assistance to alleviate an incurred debt. Amidst their culinary endeavors, catering to patrons such as Hassan Ben Sober and the Gin of Rummy, the Stooges engage in deliberation over strategies to procure the requisite funds. In the course of their activities, the Stooges chance upon a revelation regarding the clandestine intentions of their patrons, who harbor designs to pilfer a priceless diamond ensconced within the tomb of Rootentooten. Their scheme, however, is thwarted upon realization that the diamond has already fallen into the possession of the Emir of Schmow. Subsequently, the Stooges expel the disconcerted plotters from their establishment. Undeterred by these developments, the Stooges embark on a quest to secure the diamond themselves, enticed by the promise of a substantial monetary reward. Adopting the guise of Santa Claus , the trio infiltrates the palace of the Emir of Shmow, where they successfully procure the diamond despite encountering resistance from a formidable guardian.", "summary": "The Stooges are proprietors of the Cafe Casbah Bah, an establishment situated in a Middle Eastern milieu.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049695/", "releaseDate": "1956-06-21", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rumpus_in_the_Harem", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 56", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rumpus_in_the_Harem", "runtimeSeconds": 956, "runtime": "15:56" }, { "n": 172, "title": "Hot Stuff", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 September 06", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Stuff_(1956_film)", "video": "O9PBDeSpLjw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hot Stuff - Ep. 172", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/O9PBDeSpLjw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLC14g_u5l78_vTsG-wP0tesgfLu1w", "plot": "The Stooges assume the covert identities of secret agents, deployed on an undercover mission within the domicile of Professor Sneed and his daughter. Professor Sneed, engaged in clandestine research for the government, is developing rocket fuel of strategic significance. The incipient conflict is catalyzed by the clandestine surveillance conducted by Captain Rork of the State of Anemia, who harbors intentions of apprehending the professor for nefarious purposes. An inadvertent case of mistaken identity ensues, as Rork and his cohorts erroneously seize the Stooges under the erroneous belief that Larry is the esteemed professor. Subsequent complications arise when the captives are compelled to replicate the rocket fuel formula, an endeavor fraught with challenges. The escalating tension reaches its zenith with the eventual capture of the real Professor Sneed and his daughter, incarcerated pending the divulgence of the coveted formula. A decisive turn of events transpires as the Stooges ingeniously orchestrate their escape, subduing Rork and liberating themselves and their fellow captives from imprisonment. Employing a concoction of ersatz fuel as a catalyst, the Stooges effectuate a hasty retreat, leaving a chaotic aftermath in their wake. The resultant exhaust discharge, propelled with considerable force, induces the disrobing of the Anemia soldiers.", "summary": "The Stooges assume the covert identities of secret agents, deployed on an undercover mission within the domicile of Professor Sneed and his daughter.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049337/", "releaseDate": "1956-09-06", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Stuff_(1956_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 55", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Stuff_(1956_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 955, "runtime": "15:55" }, { "n": 173, "title": "Scheming Schemers", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 October 04", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scheming_Schemers", "video": "7yziH8tY1Rk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Scheming Schemers - Ep. 173", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/7yziH8tY1Rk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDay_aM2oTOBkGQqKspGQMJGJNVNg", "plot": "The Stooges are all-night plumbers, hired to retrieve a valuable ring that fell down a drain at the opulent Norfleet mansion. Mr. Norfleet is hosting an elegant party and hopes that the plumbers won't disturb his guests. Despite initial success in locating the ring, Larry inadvertently propels the jewel back down the drain. The Stooges investigate the plumbing in the basement, and make matters worse by confusing the water pipes with the electrical system. The ensuing spectacle causes water to cascade from unexpected sources. Meanwhile, Shemp goes upstairs with his tools to work in the bathtub. The theft of the prized Van Brocklin painting by party guests Mr. and Mrs. Allen further complicates the situation, escalating Mr. Norfleet's anxiety. Moe and Larry discover Allen with the painting and detain him with the only weapon at hand -- a cream pie. A pie fight breaks out in the mansion, and Allen is finally subdued and captured. Mr. Norfleet, overjoyed by the recovery of the ring and the painting, offers the Stooges a generous reward. Moe and Larry wonder where Shemp is: he's still standing in the upstairs bathtub, ensnared in a tangle of pipes.", "summary": "The Stooges are all-night plumbers, hired to retrieve a valuable ring that fell down a drain at the opulent Norfleet mansion.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049722/", "releaseDate": "1956-10-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scheming_Schemers", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 54", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scheming_Schemers", "runtimeSeconds": 954, "runtime": "15:54" }, { "n": 174, "title": "Commotion on the Ocean", "year": 1956, "date": "1956 November 08", "actor": "Shemp Howard", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commotion_on_the_Ocean", "video": "irviuwgclCM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Commotion on the Ocean - Ep. 174", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/irviuwgclCM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBXex8Z54yMtXeoDjOLW-x4J3I_Qw", "plot": "The Stooges play janitors who work at a newspaper office, harboring aspirations of transitioning into the domain of journalism. Their entreaties to the managing editor for a chance to prove their mettle as reporters are met with conditional consideration, contingent upon a dinner engagement for deliberation. However, an unforeseen development transpires in the editor's absence, as Moe inadvertently intercepts a critical communication from one of the newspaper's reporters, Smitty, regarding the theft of classified documents by foreign operatives. This fortuitous revelation catapults the Stooges into an unexpected foray into espionage, as they find themselves entangled in the machinations of Mr. Borscht, a spy harboring the microfilmed documents, who happens to reside in close proximity to the Stooges' abode. The ensuing sequence of events unfolds with the trio embarking as unwitting stowaways aboard an ocean liner, propelled into the perilous expanse of the high seas. Stranded aboard a freighter, the Stooges navigate a series of misadventures culminating in a triumphant resolution. Their ingenuity and resourcefulness enable them to outmaneuver Borscht, reclaim the pilfered microfilm, and emerge victorious in their pursuit of journalistic acclaim.", "summary": "The Stooges play janitors who work at a newspaper office, harboring aspirations of transitioning into the domain of journalism.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0049090/", "releaseDate": "1956-11-08", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commotion_on_the_Ocean", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 34", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commotion_on_the_Ocean", "runtimeSeconds": 994, "runtime": "16:34" }, { "n": 175, "title": "Hoofs and Goofs", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 January 31", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoofs_and_Goofs", "video": "BnSHHg5TDkY", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Hoofs and Goofs - Ep. 175", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/BnSHHg5TDkY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCxAxQNIgrB6okb7QDaCJax7Kp8Zg", "plot": "Joe finds himself unable to shake thoughts of his departed sister, Birdie. In a gesture of camaraderie, Moe and Larry play along with Joe's belief that Birdie will manifest herself downtown the next day. Upon their excursion, the trio encounters a horse purportedly embodying Birdie's reincarnation, much to the astonishment of Moe and Larry. Filled with jubilation, the Stooges endeavor to persuade their equine \"sister\" to accompany them home. Initially resistant, Birdie eventually relents. However, their joy is short-lived as they discover Birdie's impending motherhood. Joe's reaction is one of frantic preparation for the forthcoming arrival of the newborn foal. Meanwhile, the clattering of Birdie's hooves draws the attention of their landlord, Mr. Dinklespiel, and his daughter, residing below. Confronted by Mr. Dinklespiel, Moe attempts to deceive him into believing the commotion stems from innocuous sources. Once the landlord departs, Birdie gives birth to a colt, prompting Joe's exuberant declaration of unclehood. Yet, his elation is abruptly interrupted by Moe and Larry, awakening him from what transpires to be a dream sequence. In reality, Birdie (portrayed by Moe in feminine attire) remains alive and well, residing with the Stooges. Joe, recounting his dream to Birdie, inadvertently offends her by likening her to a horse, resulting in a humorous retaliation involving a casserole deposited atop Joe's head.", "summary": "Joe finds himself unable to shake thoughts of his departed sister, Birdie.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050520/", "releaseDate": "1957-01-31", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoofs_and_Goofs", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoofs_and_Goofs", "runtimeSeconds": 927, "runtime": "15:27" }, { "n": 176, "title": "Muscle Up a Little Closer", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 February 28", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muscle_Up_a_Little_Closer", "video": "yVYjjYoHvV8", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Muscle Up a Little Closer - Ep. 176", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yVYjjYoHvV8/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCw9DNiY0SxoT5E67kj4MYshTfwjQ", "plot": "Moe, Larry, and Joe find themselves on the brink of proposing marriage to their respective beloveds. However, their plans are disrupted when they discover that the engagement ring intended for Joe's fiancée has been stolen. Suspicions fall upon Elmo, a robust colleague employed at their workplace. Determined to retrieve the ring, the Stooges confront Elmo in the company gymnasium. Their attempt to reclaim the ring through physical coercion proves ineffective, resulting in Moe and Larry being rendered unconscious. In a surprising turn of events, Joe's fiancée demonstrates remarkable fortitude, overpowering Elmo and reclaiming the stolen ring, thereby ensuring the continuation of their engagement.", "summary": "Moe, Larry, and Joe find themselves on the brink of proposing marriage to their respective beloveds.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050735/", "releaseDate": "1957-02-28", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muscle_Up_a_Little_Closer", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 46", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muscle_Up_a_Little_Closer", "runtimeSeconds": 1006, "runtime": "16:46" }, { "n": 177, "title": "A Merry Mix Up", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 March 28", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Merry_Mix_Up", "video": "0PFX-ldx-L4", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - A Merry Mix Up - Ep. 177", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/0PFX-ldx-L4/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCo1sc32D7BVulj0O7WXGyhRUuewQ", "plot": "The Stooges play three sets of identical triplets, each born with a one-year interval between them. Following World War II , these nine brothers lose contact with one another, unaware of their shared proximity within the same city. Distinguishing characteristics set them apart: one set (comprising Moe, Larry, and Joe) remains single, another (Max, Louie, and Jack) is wedded, while the third (Morris, Luke, and Jeff) is engaged. Their attire, specifically their neckwear — striped ties for the single brothers, no ties for the married trio, and bow ties for the engaged siblings — serves as a visual identifier. The narrative escalates when the engaged brothers opt to revel at a local nightclub. Prior to their arrival, the unmarried set makes an entrance, trailed by their brothers' betrothed partners. Mistaken identities ensue as the ladies mistakenly embrace and bestow affections upon the unsuspecting brothers. Subsequently, the wives of the married trio appear, suspecting infidelity on their husbands' part upon witnessing the scene. Convinced that their intended spouses are already wedded, the engaged brothers receive their engagement rings back from the girls, who then depart. As the engaged siblings enter the scene, they are met with reprimand from their fiancees. A series of misunderstandings ensue as the wives return to confront their husbands, who have been occupied in the kitchen. Amidst confusion, the group decides to revisit the nightclub in an attempt to debunk the allegations. However, the waiter, who remains unconscious throughout the chaos, mistakenly believes their presence and confronts them upon awakening. Amidst the ensuing chase, the engaged and single brothers enter the scene separately, further complicating the situation. Ultimately, the waiter encounters all nine brothers simultaneously, prompting a reaction as he purposely strikes himself with a cleaver.", "summary": "The Stooges play three sets of identical triplets, each born with a one-year interval between them.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050702/", "releaseDate": "1957-03-28", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Merry_Mix_Up", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 51", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Merry_Mix_Up", "runtimeSeconds": 951, "runtime": "15:51" }, { "n": 178, "title": "Space Ship Sappy", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 April 18", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_Ship_Sappy", "video": "fUiKHTznNRE", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Space Ship Sappy - Ep. 178", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fUiKHTznNRE/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCR7B3LrbXCAtZO6GV3ZkEpAR1FCw", "plot": "The Stooges meet up with Professor A.K. Rimple, an eccentric figure, and his daughter, who solicit the trio's assistance in a space expedition. Embarking on the mission, they arrive at the planet Sunev (a reverse spelling of Venus), where they encounter three captivating female extraterrestrials. Initially, an amicable interaction ensues, marked by literal sparks when the aliens bestow kisses upon the Stooges. However, the situation takes a perilous turn as the female beings exhibit cannibalistic tendencies, threatening to extract the Stooges' blood. Despite the impending danger, the Stooges manage a daring escape when a colossal lizard emerges on the horizon, causing the alien women to flee. Hastily reboarding the rocket ship, they inadvertently render the Professor and his daughter unconscious before departing for Earth. Upon their return, the Stooges regale an assembled audience with the tale of their interstellar escapade. However, their account is met with skepticism, and they are mockingly bestowed with an accolade by the Liars Club, recognizing them as the preeminent purveyors of tall tales.", "summary": "The Stooges meet up with Professor A.K.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0051001/", "releaseDate": "1957-04-18", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_Ship_Sappy", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 15", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_Ship_Sappy", "runtimeSeconds": 975, "runtime": "16:15" }, { "n": 179, "title": "Guns a Poppin!", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 June 13", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guns_a_Poppin", "video": "pa4M85topHk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Guns a Poppin! - Ep. 179", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pa4M85topHk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLDr6o9vgf__RjGbqXSglFPh2KDcCA", "plot": "Moe stands trial for assaulting his comrades Larry and Joe, pleading with Judge (Vernon Dent) that he was under medical advice to maintain tranquility. However, the serenity is shattered by Larry and Joe's raucous rehearsal of their musical act, exacerbating Moe's fragile condition. Losing control, Moe ensnares Larry's trombone apparatus around their collective neck. Concerned for Moe's well-being, Larry and Joe propose a therapeutic hunting excursion to alleviate his stress. Moe eagerly embraces the suggestion, and they embark on their journey. However, their respite is short-lived as they encounter a hungry bear, which pilfers their provisions. Frazzled, Moe implores Larry and Joe to confront the bear, leading to a sequence of mishaps that culminate in the bear absconding with their vehicle. Further complications ensue when the trio inadvertently becomes entangled in a pursuit led by Sheriff, targeting outlaw Mad Bill Hookup. Despite unwittingly capturing Hookup and earning a substantial reward, their subsequent blunder allows the fugitive to escape, incensing the sheriff and prompting Moe to lash out at his companions. Returning to court, Moe concludes his narrative, attributing his need for prolonged rest to his tumultuous experiences. Moved by Moe's plight, the judge exonerates him. However, the verdict elicits dismay from Larry and Joe, and their subsequent altercation with Moe leads to further chaos, compounded by the fortuitous intervention of Larry's resilient cranium.", "summary": "Moe stands trial for assaulting his comrades Larry and Joe, pleading with Judge (Vernon Dent) that he was under medical advice to maintain tranquility.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050469/", "releaseDate": "1957-06-13", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guns_a_Poppin", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Guns_a_Poppin", "runtimeSeconds": 987, "runtime": "16:27" }, { "n": 180, "title": "Horsing Around", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 September 12", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horsing_Around", "video": "YCeQJKSCNJE", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Horsing Around - Ep. 180", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/YCeQJKSCNJE/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBMFQU_R7CSg1wyWiQjJJLL52uN5A", "plot": "Joe comes across a distressing article in the local newspaper detailing the plight of Schnapps, a circus horse facing potential euthanasia due to injury. However, Moe and Larry urge Joe to redirect his attention to their sister Birdie, whose predicament they deem more pressing. Unbeknownst to them, Birdie is actually the reincarnation of a horse in pursuit of her lost mate, revealed during a breakfast revelation. The Stooges are taken aback upon learning that Schnapps, the horse in jeopardy, is Birdie's long-lost partner. Prompted by this revelation, they embark on a frantic mission to the circus to prevent Schnapps' impending demise. En route, they pause at a cabin to recuperate, where news of Schnapps' fate is broadcast over the radio. Upon arrival at the circus, the Stooges divide their efforts. Moe and Larry engage in a diversionary tactic, donning a horse costume to distract the caretaker responsible for Schnapps' fate, while Joe locates Schnapps and orchestrates a heartwarming reunion between the two equine companions.", "summary": "Joe comes across a distressing article in the local newspaper detailing the plight of Schnapps, a circus horse facing potential euthanasia due to injury.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050522/", "releaseDate": "1957-09-12", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horsing_Around", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 27", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horsing_Around", "runtimeSeconds": 927, "runtime": "15:27" }, { "n": 181, "title": "Rusty Romeos", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 October 17", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rusty_Romeos", "video": "sMDk4C--pGU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Rusty Romeos - Ep. 181", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/sMDk4C--pGU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBOx07GaQtv190dGj-q31zvTAmrRA", "plot": "Upon awakening one auspicious morning, the Stooges find themselves joyously anticipating their impending nuptials. Following a hearty breakfast, they embark upon the task of tidying their abode, inadvertently wreaking havoc in the process. Their attempts at reupholstering a Davenport sofa result in a series of mishaps, culminating in Moe being on the receiving end of several unfortunate incidents. Initially, Larry's endeavor to trim the upholstery leads to the unintended alteration of Moe's attire. Subsequently, their misguided attempt to expedite the process by employing a machine gun to dispense upholstery tacks backfires, quite literally, with Moe bearing the brunt of the mishap as he inadvertently becomes the target of the sharp projectiles, eliciting a colorful reaction. Events unfold as the Stooges embark on their separate paths to marry their respective sweethearts, unbeknownst to them that they are all engaged to the same individual, Mabel. The ensuing revelation sparks a tumultuous altercation, resulting in Moe and Larry rendering each other unconscious. Meanwhile, Joe, having departed earlier, returns in the midst of the chaos and employs a clever ruse to subdue Mabel, ultimately administering a punitive measure involving the aforementioned tacks and rifle, followed by a comical spanking, as Mabel laments her predicament.", "summary": "Upon awakening one auspicious morning, the Stooges find themselves joyously anticipating their impending nuptials.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050916/", "releaseDate": "1957-10-17", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rusty_Romeos", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 16", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rusty_Romeos", "runtimeSeconds": 976, "runtime": "16:16" }, { "n": 182, "title": "Outer Space Jitters", "year": 1957, "date": "1957 December 05", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_Space_Jitters", "video": "fvcf8QssqsU", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Outer Space Jitters - Ep. 182", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/fvcf8QssqsU/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCRGN-1e2shSZeJVAkVKp54kqGDwg", "plot": "The Stooges regale their infant progeny with a narrative of their extraterrestrial exploits. In this tale, they serve as assistants to Professor Jones on an interstellar voyage to the planet Sunev (a reversal of the spelling of Venus). Upon their arrival, they are cordially received by the planet's leader, the Grand Slitz of Sunev. However, it soon becomes evident that the Grand Slitz harbors malevolent intentions to resurrect prehistoric beings and conquer Earth. Professor Jones discerns the nefarious plot but is promptly subdued and restrained. Meanwhile, the Stooges find themselves entangled in amorous encounters with Sunevian females. During a perilous dinner encounter, the trio receives a dire warning from the alien dignitary known as The High Mucky Muck, signaling their impending demise. Determined to thwart the sinister agenda, the Stooges embark on a frantic escapade to escape the clutches of their extraterrestrial hosts. Along the way, they confront a prehistoric antagonist and ultimately succeed in liberating Professor Jones and sabotaging the equipment intended for Earth's subjugation. Upon their return to Earth, the Stooges conclude their narrative, only to be interrupted by the unexpected arrival of a female goon, prompting a hasty retreat out the window.", "summary": "The Stooges regale their infant progeny with a narrative of their extraterrestrial exploits.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050810/", "releaseDate": "1957-12-05", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_Space_Jitters", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 17", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outer_Space_Jitters", "runtimeSeconds": 977, "runtime": "16:17" }, { "n": 183, "title": "Quiz Whizz", "year": 1958, "date": "1958 February 13", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quiz_Whizz", "video": "i8lWQKVEtZM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Quiz Whizz - Ep. 183", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/i8lWQKVEtZM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAKaLz-DaClM7qlrMyNfKb5WAm--A", "plot": "Quiz show victor Joe falls victim to the deceptive tactics of fraudsters G. Y. Prince and R. O. Broad, who swindle him into investing his winnings in Consolidated Fujiyama California Smog Bags. Seeking restitution, the Stooges embark on a quest to reclaim Joe's lost funds by visiting the offices of the perpetrators. Instead of encountering the swindlers, they encounter two seemingly empathetic businessmen who propose a deal: they will reimburse the losses if Moe, Larry, and Joe agree to pose as juvenile wards for wealthy eccentric Montgomery M. Montgomery and his conniving wife, Lisa. Unbeknownst to the Stooges, Montgomery is the leader of Prince and Broad's criminal syndicate, and their participation in the charade places them in mortal danger. Despite the peril, the Stooges reluctantly comply with the arrangement, engaging in various antics such as Larry and Moe feigning blindness and Joe enduring the consumption of a large cigar. However, their ruse is uncovered, leading to a confrontation wherein the Stooges incapacitate the criminals. Upon attempting to split the recovered funds equally among themselves, the Stooges encounter a humorous mishap, necessitating the reassembly of the torn check as they navigate the aftermath of their misadventure.", "summary": "Quiz show victor Joe falls victim to the deceptive tactics of fraudsters G.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052108/", "releaseDate": "1958-02-13", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quiz_Whizz", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 25", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quiz_Whizz", "runtimeSeconds": 925, "runtime": "15:25" }, { "n": 184, "title": "Fifi Blows Her Top", "year": 1958, "date": "1958 April 10", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifi_Blows_Her_Top", "video": "mc68lah5OsM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Fifi Blows Her Top - Ep. 184", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/mc68lah5OsM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLBOBT1JkyCFiWjnJOxJSv9ECNJCpw", "plot": "The Stooges engage in nostalgic recollections of their romantic encounters during their service in Europe during the war. Following the conclusion of their reminiscences, they are astonished to learn that Joe's former paramour, Fifi, whom he had left behind in Paris, has taken up residence in the adjacent dwelling. However, complications arise as Fifi is now wedded to a malevolent, possessive, and unappreciative spouse. In their characteristic manner, the Stooges inadvertently cause havoc, resulting in the ruination of Fifi's attire. A comedic mishap ensues when they attire her in pajamas, inadvertently prompting the arrival of her husband. Revealed to be a contemptible character, the husband's deplorable behavior prompts Fifi to rebuff him decisively upon overhearing his intentions to seek a new spouse. Subsequently, she reconciles with Joe, opting to return to his side.", "summary": "The Stooges engage in nostalgic recollections of their romantic encounters during their service in Europe during the war.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0051614/", "releaseDate": "1958-04-10", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifi_Blows_Her_Top", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 22", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fifi_Blows_Her_Top", "runtimeSeconds": 982, "runtime": "16:22" }, { "n": 185, "title": "Pies and Guys", "year": 1958, "date": "1958 June 12", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pies_and_Guys", "video": "ytp7IcSlcJY", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Pies and Guys - Ep. 185", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/ytp7IcSlcJY/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAJPAsnbvu2xGXxnOZDAwv-X7qy4w", "plot": "In the third Stooge adaptation of the 1913 play Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw , the Stooges assume the roles of repairmen who inadvertently cause a commotion in the presence of two psychologists, Professors Quackenbush and Sedletz. A wager ensues between the two academics, with Quackenbush asserting that he can refine the Stooges into gentlemen through environmental conditioning. Despite the professor's best efforts, the process proves to be arduous and exasperating, leading to moments of frustration as he attempts to instill proper etiquette and demeanor in the Stooges. Amidst the training, the Stooges engage in flirtatious encounters with the professor's assistant, while gradually assimilating elements of refined behavior, notably in table etiquette. The culmination of their transformation is tested at a lavish society party, where their conduct will determine the outcome of the bet. Predictably, chaos ensues at the party. Joe's unconventional greeting of the esteemed Countess Spritzwasser by biting off the diamond from her ring sets the tone for a series of mishaps. Moe and Larry, realizing the gravity of the situation, attempt to reprimand Joe in private, only to discover that he has pilfered a trove of silverware. Subsequently, Joe's attempt to consume an entire pie in one gulp prompts a desperate intervention from Moe, who inadvertently triggers a sequence of events culminating in the pie becoming stuck to the ceiling. The arrival of Mrs. Smythe-Smythe, an esteemed guest, further complicates matters, with Moe's attempts to evade her scrutiny resulting in a comedic misunderstanding. Ultimately, a chain reaction ensues, leading to a chaotic pie melee that ensnares all present.", "summary": "In the third Stooge adaptation of the 1913 play Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw , the Stooges assume the roles of repairmen who inadvertently cause a commotion in the presence of two psychologists, Professors Quackenbush and Sedletz.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052069/", "releaseDate": "1958-06-12", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pies_and_Guys", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 20", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pies_and_Guys", "runtimeSeconds": 980, "runtime": "16:20" }, { "n": 186, "title": "Sweet and Hot", "year": 1958, "date": "1958 September 04", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_and_Hot", "video": "DrZmn5Jtfnw", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Sweet and Hot - Ep. 186", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/DrZmn5Jtfnw/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLC8t3jUaJ5_3B3Wdw9olsiFSE3PXQ", "plot": "Renowned producer Larry revisits his hometown, a small agricultural community, where he encounters his childhood friends Joe and sister Tiny diligently tending to their family farm. Notably, Tiny's exceptional vocal talent captivates Larry as she sings, prompting even the barnyard animals to sway in rhythm to her melodies. Impressed by her skill, Larry extends an invitation for Joe and Tiny to join him in his nightclub act in New York City. However, Larry learns that Tiny harbors a deep-seated fear of performing in front of live audiences, which impedes her ability to seize this opportunity. Determined to help her overcome this obstacle, Larry and Joe accompany Tiny to seek professional assistance from a German psychiatrist renowned for his expertise in hypnotherapy. Under the psychiatrist's guidance, Tiny undergoes hypnosis to delve into the root cause of her fear. Through this therapeutic process, Tiny recounts a childhood trauma stemming from an incident in the family barn, where she was pressured by her father and uncles to perform her musical talents. Overwhelmed by their expectations, Tiny retreated into a state of fear and reluctance to sing further. With the psychiatrist's guidance, Tiny confronts her fears and acknowledges the love and appreciation her audience holds for her singing. Through the power of suggestion, Tiny emerges from hypnosis with newfound confidence and resolve to pursue her passion for singing professionally. Ultimately, Tiny makes her debut as a professional singer, accompanied by Joe's dance performances and Larry's musical accompaniment on the violin. As the audience responds with applause, Tiny experiences a sense of fulfillment and joy, marking a significant milestone in her artistic journey.", "summary": "Renowned producer Larry revisits his hometown, a small agricultural community, where he encounters his childhood friends Joe and sister Tiny diligently tending to their family farm.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052262/", "releaseDate": "1958-09-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_and_Hot", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 22", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sweet_and_Hot", "runtimeSeconds": 982, "runtime": "16:22" }, { "n": 187, "title": "Flying Saucer Daffy", "year": 1958, "date": "1958 October 09", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flying_Saucer_Daffy", "video": "TL_xT_FhwAk", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Flying Saucer Daffy - Ep. 187", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/TL_xT_FhwAk/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAikJq4Yty4UmLu9P8cifRNV5hXfg", "plot": "In a narrative parallel reminiscent of the Cinderella archetype, Joe finds himself subjected to servitude under the guardianship of his aunt and two indolent cousins, Moe and Larry. During a camping excursion, Joe inadvertently captures a photograph of a paper plate carried aloft by a gust of wind, which is misconstrued as an image of an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO). Seizing the opportunity, Moe and Larry appropriate credit for the photograph and reap substantial financial gain, relegating Joe to the position of their subordinate. However, their ill-gotten acclaim proves short-lived as the veracity of the UFO picture is debunked by governmental authorities, leading to the arrest of Moe and Larry for perpetrating a hoax. Incensed by Joe's unwitting role in their downfall, the aunt expels him from their household. Seeking solace in solitude, Joe embarks on a solitary camping expedition, where he encounters authentic extraterrestrial beings from Planet Zircon. In a fortuitous turn of events, Joe is granted the opportunity to photograph the genuine aliens, a discovery that holds significant implications. Meanwhile, Moe and Larry, temporarily released from incarceration under probationary terms, face the daunting task of repaying the government for their fraudulent scheme. Upon Joe's return with evidence of his encounter, his triumphant revelation is met with skepticism and physical aggression from his incredulous relatives. Undeterred, Joe musters the strength to defend himself, rendering Moe, Larry, and their elderly relative unconscious. Subsequently hailed as a national hero, Joe is lauded for his photographic achievement, symbolized by a celebratory ticker-tape parade alongside his beautiful extraterrestrial companions. In stark contrast, Moe and Larry face the consequences of their actions, being confined to straitjackets and institutionalized within a psychiatric facility, marking a stark divergence in their respective trajectories following the UFO debacle.", "summary": "In a narrative parallel reminiscent of the Cinderella archetype, Joe finds himself subjected to servitude under the guardianship of his aunt and two indolent cousins, Moe and Larry.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0051623/", "releaseDate": "1958-10-09", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flying_Saucer_Daffy", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 14", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flying_Saucer_Daffy", "runtimeSeconds": 974, "runtime": "16:14" }, { "n": 188, "title": "Oil's Well That Ends Well", "year": 1958, "date": "1958 December 04", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil's_Well_That_Ends_Well", "video": "SJznhzLUsBM", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Oil's Well That Ends Well - Ep. 188", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/SJznhzLUsBM/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLAuST3RytMF9l1NlhHk8BNraskdDg", "plot": "The Stooges find themselves unemployed and faced with familial responsibility as their father requires surgery, prompting a need for financial support. In response, the father proposes a venture to search for uranium deposits on his mining property as a means to alleviate the financial strain. While exploring the property, the Stooges encounter perilous situations, including a precarious encounter with dynamite, complicating their efforts. Further complications arise when the trio attempts to repair a malfunctioning water pump, triggering an unexpected eruption of oil. In an attempt to stem the flow, Joe improvises by seating himself atop the pump, inadvertently launching himself into the air upon its sudden cessation. Joe's inadvertent wish for the flow to cease is unexpectedly fulfilled, much to the chagrin of his companions, Moe and Larry. Nevertheless, Joe manages to restore the flow of oil, leading to a fortuitous turn of events for the Stooges, who find themselves in possession of a lucrative oil source, thus resolving their financial concerns and providing the means to support their father's medical expenses.", "summary": "The Stooges find themselves unemployed and faced with familial responsibility as their father requires surgery, prompting a need for financial support.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052025/", "releaseDate": "1958-12-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil's_Well_That_Ends_Well", "runtimeOriginal": "16 : 13", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil's_Well_That_Ends_Well", "runtimeSeconds": 973, "runtime": "16:13" }, { "n": 189, "title": "Triple Crossed", "year": 1959, "date": "1959 February 02", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triple_Crossed_(1959_film)", "video": "MtWHyMXGDDs", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Triple Crossed - Ep. 189", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/MtWHyMXGDDs/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLD5Hz8ubWGAxkt0oIJi-PMg-kgXpA", "plot": "Larry exhibits promiscuous behavior, engaging in an extramarital affair with Moe's spouse, Belle, while simultaneously displaying romantic interest in Joe's betrothed, Millie. Upon discovering Larry's deceitful conduct, Moe confronts him at his place of employment, a pet shop, expressing his displeasure before Larry manages to placate him. Sensing the need to deflect blame, Larry orchestrates a scheme implicating Joe as the perpetrator. To this end, Larry secures a position for Joe as an underwear salesman, strategically arranging for his initial visit to be at Moe's residence. In a duplicitous maneuver, Larry fabricates falsehoods to incite Moe's wrath, alleging Joe's inappropriate advances toward Millie. Incensed, Moe and Joe embark on a confrontation at Moe's domicile, prompting Joe's evasive action by scaling the chimney to evade detection. Subsequently, Joe discreetly absconds from the scene and encounters Larry, ultimately exposing his culpability to Moe. In a candid revelation, Joe divulges Larry's treachery to Moe, elucidating the scheme orchestrated by Larry to frame him. Millie corroborates Joe's account, disclosing Larry's manipulative tactics employed to lure her to the scene. Recognizing Larry's duplicity, Moe directs his ire towards him, while Joe and Millie reconcile their differences, amidst Moe's reprimand of Larry for his deceitful machinations.", "summary": "Larry exhibits promiscuous behavior, engaging in an extramarital affair with Moe's spouse, Belle, while simultaneously displaying romantic interest in Joe's betrothed, Millie.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052319/", "releaseDate": "1959-02-02", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triple_Crossed_(1959_film)", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 52", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triple_Crossed_(1959_film)", "runtimeSeconds": 952, "runtime": "15:52" }, { "n": 190, "title": "Sappy Bull Fighters", "year": 1959, "date": "1959 June 04", "actor": "Joe Besser", "source": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sappy_Bull_Fighters", "video": "tESNP_Evhzg", "videoTitle": "THREE STOOGES - Sappy Bullfighters - Ep. 190", "thumbnail": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/tESNP_Evhzg/hqdefault.jpg?sqp=-oaymwEnCNACELwBSFryq4qpAxkIARUAAAAAGAElAADIQj0AgKJDeAG4AvMY&rs=AOn4CLCUAjPl4IpBAPJdi9JSKVE1tYtAtg", "plot": "The Stooges, renowned vaudeville performers, embark on a journey to Mexico to present their comedic burlesque rendition of a bullfight. In this farcical spectacle, Joe assumes the role of the intrepid matador, while Moe and Larry don a bull costume, embodying the role of the formidable bovine adversary. However, upon their arrival, they are confronted with the disheartening news of their performance cancellation, purportedly due to their refusal to comply with the manager's demand for additional unpaid shows. Stranded in a foreign land without financial means to return home, the trio faces a precarious predicament. Fortuitously, their plight garners the sympathy of the gracious señorita Greta, who extends them an opportunity to showcase their talents at the local bullring. However, amidst the ensuing chaos, a misunderstanding ensues, leading to an inadvertent exchange of belongings, with Greta inadvertently departing with the Stooges' suitcase. Complications escalate when Joe's innocent gestures of gratitude toward Greta provoke the ire of her excessively jealous husband, José. The following day, as the Stooges execute their act with aplomb at the bullring, they unwittingly incur the wrath of José, who orchestrates a vengeful reprisal. Consequently, a live bull is unleashed into the arena, triggering a frenzied flight for safety by Moe and Larry. Oblivious to the danger, Joe confronts the raging beast head-on, inadvertently confronting the live bull. Nonetheless, Joe's inadvertent bravado earns him the admiration of the spectators, who acclaim him with fervent cries of \"¡Ole, Americano!\" as he is triumphantly escorted from the arena.", "summary": "The Stooges, renowned vaudeville performers, embark on a journey to Mexico to present their comedic burlesque rendition of a bullfight.", "imdb": "https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0053243/", "releaseDate": "1959-06-04", "releaseDateSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sappy_Bull_Fighters", "runtimeOriginal": "15 : 12", "runtimeSource": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sappy_Bull_Fighters", "runtimeSeconds": 912, "runtime": "15:12" } ]