Ep 11. The Magic Sword
- August 29, 1992
In season 4, episode 11 of Mystery Science Theater 3000, the crew is forced to endure another terrible movie as they continue their journey through space. This time, they are subjected to a 1962 film called The Magic Sword, which is a fantasy adventure movie about a brave knight named George who embarks on a quest to rescue a beautiful princess from an evil sorcerer.
As the movie begins, the crew quickly realizes how terrible it is. The acting is wooden, the costumes are cheap, and the special effects are laughable. Fortunately, Joel and the bots are there to provide some much-needed commentary and comedic relief as they riff on the movie and make fun of its many absurdities.
Throughout the episode, Joel, Tom Servo, and Crow take turns cracking jokes and pointing out the various plot holes and inconsistencies in the movie. They poke fun at everything from the poorly choreographed fight scenes to the ridiculous monster designs.
One of the highlights of the episode comes when Joel and the bots are introduced to the film's unlikely hero, a diminutive sidekick named "Sir Cedric". Cedric is a comedic character who provides plenty of fodder for the crew's wisecracks, as they mock his cowardice and bumbling antics.
As the movie progresses, the crew becomes increasingly exasperated by its many nonsensical plot twists and turns. They can't help but question why the characters make such illogical decisions and wonder how anyone could take this movie seriously.
Despite their frustration with the movie, the crew soldiers on and continues to deliver hilarious quips and one-liners throughout the episode. The result is a thoroughly entertaining and comedic take on a truly terrible film.
At the end of the episode, Joel and the bots sign off, promising to return for the next installment of their ongoing battle against bad movies. For fans of Mystery Science Theater 3000, season 4, episode 11 of The Magic Sword is a must-watch. It's a perfect example of the show's ability to turn even the worst films into a hilarious and enjoyable experience.
