Ep 16. Viking Women and the Sea Serpent
- October 26, 1991
Joel Robinson and his wisecracking robot companions Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot are back for another episode of Mystery Science Theater 3000. In season 3 episode 16, they are presenting their hilarious commentary on the 1957 B-movie Viking Women and the Sea Serpent.
The movie starts with a group of Vikings living on an island in the North Atlantic who are desperately in need of men to help them procreate and maintain their community. To solve this problem, they decide to take to the high seas in search of more men. On their journey, they encounter a sea serpent and are forced to battle it to save their ships and their lives. Along the way, they also come across a group of female warriors who are on a similar mission and join forces with them.
As Joel, Tom, and Crow watch the movie, they provide a running commentary full of hilarious jokes and pop culture references. They point out the questionable acting and special effects, as well as the absurd plot of the film. They also take plenty of shots at the Viking characters, joking about their motivations and mannerisms.
Throughout the episode, the trio also engage in their typical antics, such as riffing on the host segments and creating their own skits and songs. They interact with each other in a playful way that adds to the fun of the show and makes viewers feel like they are part of the group.
Overall, Mystery Science Theater 3000 season 3 episode 16 is a hilarious installment full of witty commentary and entertaining hijinks. Fans of the show will not be disappointed by this episode, and newcomers will find it a great introduction to the irreverent humor of the series.
