Ep 13. Running on Empty

Mr. Bean: The Animated Series season 3 episode 13, Running on Empty, follows the beloved character Mr. Bean as he must cope without his usual mode of transportation: his trusty Mini Cooper. After accidentally locking his keys in his car and being unable to retrieve them, Mr. Bean must find alternate ways of getting around town.

The episode begins with Mr. Bean returning to his car after running some errands, only to discover that he has locked his keys inside. Frantic and unsure of how to proceed, Mr. Bean attempts to break into his car using various tools, but to no avail. Frustrated, he eventually gives up and must find another way to get around.

This proves to be quite a challenge, as Mr. Bean is used to the convenience and speed of his Mini Cooper. He first attempts to ride a bicycle, but quickly realizes that he is not very skilled in terms of balance and control. He wobbles around the city, nearly colliding with pedestrians and other vehicles. Eventually, he crashes his bike and is forced to abandon it.

Next, Mr. Bean tries rollerblading, but again, his lack of expertise leads to disastrous results. He careens wildly down sidewalks and through parks, knocking over people and objects in his path. Eventually, he crashes into a trash can and is forced to abandon his rollerblades as well.

Undeterred, Mr. Bean decides to try running as his next mode of transportation. He jogs through the city streets, dodging obstacles and using his trademark comedic antics to avoid traffic. However, he soon realizes that running for extended periods of time is tiring and he can't keep up with other runners who overtake him. He also starts getting blisters on his feet.

Desperate for a solution, Mr. Bean decides to try something he has never attempted before: using public transportation. He boards a bus and immediately realizes that navigating the bus routes and payment systems is much more complicated than he had anticipated. He struggles to keep up with the other passengers who are all in a hurry.

Through all of these frantic attempts at transportation, Mr. Bean encounters various characters that add to the hilarious chaos. He meets a group of aggressive bicyclists who challenge him to race, a rollerblader who he mistakes for a superhero, and a bus driver who can't seem to center the vehicle perfectly in the lane. Each of these encounters results in more mishaps and silliness that audiences have come to expect from Mr. Bean.

As the episode progresses, Mr. Bean continues to struggle with his new methods of transportation, all the while trying to get to his destination on time. Will he be able to reach his destination before it's too late, or will he be forever running on empty?

Overall, Running on Empty is a classic episode of Mr. Bean: The Animated Series that showcases the character's trademark humor and physical comedy. Fans of the show and newcomers alike are sure to enjoy the chaotic journey that Mr. Bean takes through the streets of the city.