Ep 9. Squareheads Of The Round Table
- TV-PG
- March 4, 1948
- 18 min
The Three Stooges Collection season 5 episode 9 is named "Squareheads Of The Round Table." The episode is a comedy that follows the antics of Larry, Moe, and Curly as they immerse themselves in medieval times.
The story begins when the trio is mistaken for knights by a king who is looking for brave soldiers to help eradicate a group of rebels. Despite their initial reluctance, the Stooges eventually agree to help the king and are knighted, much to their delight.
The trio is tasked with finding the rebels' stronghold, but they soon discover that the rebels are also looking for them. They manage to escape and find refuge in a dilapidated castle, which they decide to make their own.
As they try to spruce up the castle, the Stooges use their bumbling and ridiculous methods, which often result in mayhem and destruction. They also mingle with the locals, who mistake them for royalty due to their knightly costumes.
Meanwhile, the rebels are closing in on the trio, and they must come up with a plan to defend themselves. They enlist the help of a local blacksmith, who outfits them with some makeshift weapons.
When the rebels finally attack, the Stooges unleash their arsenal of unconventional weapons, which include a cannon made from a barrel and a sword made from a sausage. The battle is chaotic and absurd, but the trio manages to defeat the rebels.
The episode ends with the Stooges being hailed as heroes by the locals, who want them to stay and rule over them. The trio is flattered but realizes that their place is not on the throne. Instead, they bid farewell to the people and ride off into the sunset, on to their next misadventure.
"Squareheads Of The Round Table" is a hilarious episode that showcases the Three Stooges' comedic talents. Their slapstick humor, coupled with their ridiculous antics, keeps viewers entertained throughout the entire episode. With its medieval setting and quirky characters, this episode is a must-see for any Three Stooges fan.