Ep 8. Santa Witch / Scrooge Loose
- TV-G
- January 1, 1963
- 13 min
The Adventures of Gumby is a classic stop-motion animated series that first aired in the 1960s. In season 1, episode 8, titled "Santa Witch / Scrooge Loose," Gumby and his friends embark on two festive adventures just in time for the holidays.
In "Santa Witch," Gumby and his dog, Nopey, take a walk in the snow and stumble upon a witch who has lost her broomstick. As they help her search for her missing broom, they discover that the witch has a heart of gold and simply wants to bring joy to children on Christmas by delivering toys to them. Gumby and Nopey lend a hand and help the witch make her deliveries, spreading holiday cheer throughout the land.
In "Scrooge Loose," Gumby and friends decide to put on a Christmas play about "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens. However, they soon discover that the villainous Scrooge has escaped from the pages of the book and is wreaking havoc on their Christmas preparations. With the help of some quick-thinking and a bit of holiday magic, Gumby and his friends are able to thwart Scrooge's plans and put on a successful play.
Throughout both adventures, Gumby and his friends exhibit kindness, generosity, and teamwork as they spread joy and cheer during the holiday season. "Santa Witch / Scrooge Loose" is a heartwarming and entertaining episode that captures the spirit of Christmas and the power of friendship.