Ep 5. Malice In The Palace
- TV-PG
- September 1, 1949
- 16 min
In the Three Stooges Collection season 6 episode 5, titled "Malice in the Palace," the infamous trio find themselves in a culinary misadventure as they work as waiters in a Middle Eastern restaurant. Moe, Larry, and Shemp's bumbling endeavors are further complicated when they unintentionally become embroiled in a plot to steal a priceless diamond from a wealthy sheik.
Upon arriving at the restaurant, the Stooges soon find that their duties are less than straightforward. After causing chaos in the kitchen, they are tasked with serving the restaurant's patrons. However, their clumsiness repeatedly causes mayhem, and the diners quickly become exasperated with the hapless trio. This is further compounded when the prized diamond, the titular Malice in the Palace, goes missing.
A frantic search for the diamond soon leads the Stooges to unknowingly cross paths with the diamond thief. They become unwitting accomplices in the criminal's plot and must now work to both clear their own names and retrieve the stolen gem.
As the Stooges set off on their hilarious quest, they encounter a host of colorful characters, including the aforementioned sheik, his beautiful daughter, and a mischievous monkey. They also find themselves in a variety of precarious situations, such as falling into a vat of boiling soup and battling with a group of fierce swordsmen.
Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the classic slapstick humor that has made the Three Stooges a beloved cultural icon. Moe, Larry, and Shemp's antics are sure to have audiences laughing out loud as they stumble their way through their misguided efforts.
With its blend of comedic hijinks and thrilling adventure, "Malice in the Palace" is sure to be a fan favorite amongst fans of the Three Stooges.