Ep 3. Lights, Camera, Beetles
- TVY
- February 6, 2009
- 27 min
The Electric Company (New) season 1 episode 3, "Lights, Camera, Beetles," follows the Electric Company as they work to solve a mystery involving a missing beetle species. The episode begins with the Electric Company members Marcus, Jessica, and Danny rehearsing for an upcoming play. They are interrupted by Lisa, a scientist who needs their help to find a rare species of beetle that has gone missing from her lab. Lisa explains that the beetle is critical to her research and that its disappearance is jeopardizing her entire project.
The Electric Company agrees to help Lisa, and they set off on a quest to find the missing beetle. They discover that the beetle has been stolen by a rival scientist named Dr. Marbles, who is also working on a similar project. The Electric Company devises a plan to retrieve the beetle from Dr. Marbles' lab, but they soon discover that he has a sophisticated security system in place.
Undeterred, the Electric Company decides to use their skills and creativity to outsmart the security system. They enlist the help of a local filmmaker who helps them create a diversion, allowing them to break into Dr. Marbles' lab undetected. Once inside, they retrieve the missing beetle and return it to Lisa.
The episode ends with a successful performance of the Electric Company's play and Lisa's project moving forward with the recovered beetle. The Electric Company members learn the importance of teamwork, problem-solving, and never giving up, even in the face of difficult challenges.
Overall, "Lights, Camera, Beetles" is an exciting and engaging episode that teaches important lessons about science, teamwork, and overcoming obstacles. With its witty humor, engaging plot, and relatable characters, it is an excellent addition to the Electric Company series.