Ep 4. Chicken Run
- October 7, 1981
- 11 min
Danger Mouse is a British animated TV show that first aired in 2015 on CBBC. It is a reboot of the original series that premiered in 1981, following the adventures of a mouse secret agent named Danger Mouse and his hamster sidekick Penfold as they save the world from evil threats.
In season 1 episode 4 of Danger Mouse, titled "Chicken Run", the heroes are called upon to investigate a strange occurrence at a remote farm in the countryside. Chicken eggs have been disappearing in the middle of the night without any explanation, causing a lot of concern for the farmer and his family. Danger Mouse and Penfold must get to the bottom of this mystery and restore peace to the farm.
The episode begins with Danger Mouse and Penfold arriving at the farm, where they are greeted by the farmer and his wife, who explain the situation to them. They show them the henhouse where the eggs are kept and point out that the door is locked every night, so there is no way anyone could be stealing the eggs. The heroes notice that the chickens seem to be anxious and stressed, which could be a sign that something is not right.
To investigate further, Danger Mouse and Penfold decide to spend the night at the farm disguised as chickens, hoping to catch the culprit in action. They sneak into the henhouse and hide among the other chickens, but things don't go as planned when a group of rats show up and start causing chaos. It turns out that the rats have been stealing the eggs all along, using a hidden tunnel to sneak in and out of the henhouse undetected.
Danger Mouse and Penfold engage in a wild chase with the rats around the farm, trying to stop them from getting away with the stolen eggs. They use their gadgets and wits to outsmart the rats and retrieve the eggs, but in the end, they discover that the real mastermind behind the heist is not who they expected.
"Chicken Run" is a fun and action-packed episode of Danger Mouse that keeps the audience engaged with its clever plot twists and comedic moments. It showcases the show's trademark humor and fast-paced storytelling, as well as its unique animation style and colorful characters. Despite being aimed at a younger audience, the show never fails to entertain viewers of all ages, thanks to its witty writing and energetic performances by the voice actors. Whether you are a fan of the original series or discovering the world of Danger Mouse for the first time, this episode is a must-watch for anyone who loves adventure, humor, and talking animals.