Ep 18. The Movieland Monsters

The episode "The Movieland Monsters" of Scooby Doo! And Guess Who? season 3 features the beloved gang of Mystery Inc. stumbling upon an unsettling situation in a movie set. The episode starts with the team receiving a video message from their old friend Chris, who has sought their expertise in detecting paranormal activities on their current location – a creature feature movie set.

As they reach the location, they find themselves amidst some of the most famous monsters from Hollywood's golden age - Dracula, Frankenstein's monster, and The Mummy, to name a few. However, upon closer inspection, they realize that these so-called monsters are actual people – actors clad in scary costumes. But why would anyone dress up and pretend to be monsters, and why did Chris think there was something paranormal going on?

The team's investigation leads them to the director of the movie, who seems cagey and evasive when questioned about the unusual happenings. Meanwhile, Daphne and Velma find out that the movie set is built on top of an old Native American burial ground, which could hold a clue to uncovering the mystery.

As the night falls, things get spookier - the monsters seem to come to life and start terrorizing the set, and the crew is convinced that a curse has befallen them. Amidst the chaos, the team discovers an underground tunnel, and it leads them to a secret room where they find Chris. But even he is not himself, and it seems like he too has been affected by the curse.

The gang realizes that a malevolent force is at play here, and they must work together to put an end to it. A thrilling chase ensues, culminating in the discovery of the actual mastermind behind the curse – an actor who was passed over for the lead role in the movie and therefore planned to sabotage the production.

As they unravel the mystery, the team also learns valuable lessons about empathy, forgiveness, and the importance of friendships. They also get to be part of a fantastic movie set and bust an impressive illicit operation.

The episode ends with yet another delightful performance by the gang, as they jam alongside the movie's crew and the actors who played the monsters. It serves as a reminder that while solving mysteries is their forte, their love for music is another aspect that brings them together. The Movieland Monsters is an exciting episode that will keep the viewers at the edge of their seats, and it undoubtedly is a treat for any true Scooby-Doo fan.