Ep 25. No Laughing Matter

The show Muppet Babies follows a group of baby versions of classic Muppet characters as they go on imaginative adventures and learn valuable lessons along the way. In season 1 episode 25, titled "No Laughing Matter," the gang learns about the importance of laughter and finding joy in difficult situations.

The episode begins with the Muppet Babies playing a game of tag in the backyard. All of the babies are having fun except for Animal, who is cranky and not interested in playing. Kermit tries to cheer him up by telling jokes and making silly faces, but nothing seems to work. The others suggest they try tickling him, which only makes Animal more upset.

The group decides to take a break from playing and head inside to watch their favorite TV show, "The Antics Show." However, when they turn on the TV, they discover that the show has been canceled due to poor ratings. This news is devastating to the babies, as "The Antics Show" was their favorite thing to watch together.

As the babies try to figure out what to do next, they start to realize that they're not having any fun anymore. They feel like they've lost their sense of humor and can't seem to find anything to laugh about. That's when Rizzo the Rat appears and suggests they take a trip to the Funny Farm, a magical place where laughter is always in the air.

The babies are excited about the idea and soon find themselves at the Funny Farm, which is full of carnival attractions and silly games. However, they soon discover that even at the Funny Farm, it's sometimes hard to find something to laugh about. The babies split up and explore the different parts of the park, trying to find something that will make them laugh.

Piggy and Summer visit the House of Mirrors, where they get lost in a maze of distorted reflections. Gonzo and Fozzie try their hand at the Whack-a-Mole game, but find that it's not as fun as they thought it would be. Kermit and Animal explore the Funny Farm's petting zoo, but Animal still can't seem to find his sense of humor.

Just when it seems like the babies might never find anything to laugh at again, they come across a group of clowns who are rehearsing for a circus act. The clowns are struggling to come up with a funny routine, so the babies offer to help them out. Together, they come up with a hilarious act that has everyone rolling with laughter.

As the babies head back home, they realize that laughter really is the best medicine. Even in tough times, finding something to laugh about can make things feel a little bit better. They also learned that it's important to help others when they are feeling down and that together, they can accomplish anything.

In conclusion, "No Laughing Matter" is a heartwarming and funny episode of Muppet Babies that teaches kids about the importance of finding joy in difficult situations and helping others. The message is delivered in a way that's easy for children to understand, and the humor and whimsy of the show make it entertaining for viewers of all ages.