Ep 42. Space Oddity Part 1 + 2
- January 1, 1988
The Gumby Show: The Complete 50s Series season 3 episode 42, titled "Space Oddity Part 1 + 2", takes Gumby and his friends on a cosmic adventure. Gumby, Pokey, and Prickle discover a mysterious object in the sky, which they soon realize is a spaceship that has crash-landed nearby. The curious trio approaches the ship to investigate and discovers a strange creature inside.
The alien, who introduces himself as Zorp, quickly becomes friends with Gumby and his group. Zorp explains that he has traveled a great distance across the galaxy searching for a new home, as his planet has been destroyed. Gumby and his friends offer to help Zorp search for a new planet to call home.
In part 1 of the episode, Gumby and his friends travel with Zorp through space to explore different planets. They encounter various obstacles, including hostile alien creatures and treacherous terrain. However, they also come across some planets that seem like they could be a good fit for Zorp. The episode ends on a cliffhanger, with the group facing a difficult decision about where to go next.
Part 2 picks up where part 1 left off, with Gumby and his friends still searching for a new home for Zorp. They explore another planet which seems like a promising candidate, but encounter unexpected challenges when a group of aliens demand that they leave their planet immediately.
Gumby and his friends must use their wits and quick thinking to negotiate with the aliens. They eventually come to an agreement that allows Zorp to colonize a small section of the planet.
Throughout the two-part episode, viewers are treated to stunning visuals of space and unique landscapes on various planets. The episode also teaches children valuable lessons about teamwork, problem-solving, and kindness to others. As always, Gumby and his friends remain optimistic in the face of adversity and work together to achieve their goals.
Overall, "Space Oddity Part 1 + 2" is an exciting and entertaining episode that is sure to delight fans of The Gumby Show.
