Ep 21. Journey to the Center of the Basement / A Very McNulty Birthday

In the 21st episode of the fifth season of Rugrats, titled "Journey to the Center of the Basement / A Very McNulty Birthday," the babies embark on an adventure to explore the depths of their own basement.

Tommy, Chuckie, Phil, and Lil are playing hide-and-seek when Tommy decides to hide in the basement. Chuckie, who is hesitant about going down there, reluctantly follows him. The babies soon find themselves lost in the dark and eerie basement, with no way of finding their way back up. Meanwhile, Stu and Didi are frantically searching for the babies, unaware that they are right under their noses. The babies must use their quick thinking and resourcefulness to find a way out and reunite with their parents.

The second half of the episode, "A Very McNulty Birthday," centers around a birthday party for the McNulty twins, Timmy and Teddy. The babies are excited to attend the party and try to come up with the perfect birthday present for the twins. Meanwhile, Angelica tries to convince her parents to buy her the expensive birthday gift she's been eyeing.

As the party gets underway, the babies discover that they may have gotten the wrong present for the McNulty twins. As they try to come up with a solution, Angelica's greediness causes a chaotic situation.

Overall, "Journey to the Center of the Basement / A Very McNulty Birthday" captures the spirit of adventure and mischief that makes Rugrats a beloved children's show. With a mixture of humor, suspense, and heartwarming moments, this episode is sure to entertain viewers of all ages.