Ep 6. The Nightmare of Milky Joe
- TVPG
- August 30, 2005
- 28 min
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9.0 (488)
In The Mighty Boosh season 2 episode 6 titled The Nightmare of Milky Joe, Howard and Vince are stranded on a desert island after their boat crashes. The episode opens with the two waking up on the beach and quickly realizing they are not alone. They are greeted by two comical characters, Bob Fossil and the Hitcher, who are stranded on the island with them.
As the group tries to figure out how to survive on the island and how to get rescued, they encounter a mysterious stranger named Milky Joe. Milky Joe is a strange and unsettling character who seems to have some control over the island and its creatures. He invites the group to his bar, which rests on a giant jellyfish. Once at the bar, the group discovers that Milky Joe has a dark secret and they become trapped in a nightmare scenario.
The episode takes on a dream-like quality as it progresses, with the characters navigating whimsical and bizarre landscapes. The writing is sharp and witty, with clever wordplay and visual gags that keep the audience engaged. The show's signature absurdity is on full display, with the characters and their surroundings becoming increasingly surreal.
Despite the absurdity, the episode manages to maintain a strong narrative thread, with well-developed character arcs that add depth to the zany proceedings. The friendship between Howard and Vince, in particular, is explored more fully in this episode, with each character showing their strengths and weaknesses.
The episode also features a strong musical component, with several original songs written and performed by the show's creators, Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding. The songs are funny and catchy, with a genuine musicality that adds another layer to the show's already rich tapestry.
Overall, The Nightmare of Milky Joe is a standout episode in a series filled with standout episodes. Its combination of humor, heart, and surrealism makes it a quintessential example of the show's unique brand of comedy. Fans of The Mighty Boosh will not be disappointed by this episode, and newcomers will likely find themselves drawn into the show's bizarre and delightful world.
