Ep 11. Uncivil Warbirds
- TV-PG
- March 29, 1946
- 17 min
The Three Stooges Collection is a classic comedy series featuring the slapstick antics of Moe, Larry, and Curly. The show's fifth season, episode 11 is entitled "Uncivil Warbirds" and follows the trio as they attempt to join the Air Force during World War II.
The episode opens with Moe, Larry, and Curly eager to join the Air Force and become aviators. However, they are initially rejected due to their lack of qualifications and their tendency to create chaos wherever they go. Undeterred, the Stooges come up with a plan to sneak into the Air Force base disguised as pilots and convince the commanding officer to let them join.
Once inside the base, the Stooges are immediately subjected to a series of mishaps and pranks. Larry accidentally swallows a whistle, causing him to honk every time he speaks. Moe, ever the disciplinarian, tries to control the chaos while Curly gets into a fight with an unsuspecting airman.
Meanwhile, tensions between the American and German factions on the base are rising, leading to a war of practical jokes and sabotage. The Stooges inadvertently become involved in the conflict, leading to even more chaos and destruction.
Despite their best efforts, the Stooges ultimately fail to impress the commanding officer and are once again rejected from joining the Air Force. However, they manage to create a memorable, albeit chaotic, experience for the officers and airmen on the base.
"Uncivil Warbirds" is a classic Three Stooges episode filled with physical comedy, witty one-liners, and absurd plot twists. Fans of the series will appreciate the iconic trio's slapstick antics as they attempt to join the military during a time of war. The episode also provides a glimpse into the cultural and political context of World War II, highlighting the tensions and rivalries that existed even among allies.