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Mystery Science Theater 3000 — Season 5
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92mHerculesIn the theater, the crew observes the unfolding drama of "Warrior of the Lost World" (1984): a lone traveler battling a fascist dictator in a bleak, future landscape, aided by a motorcycle that speaks.
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Joel and the machines deliberate over their own strategies for survival in a world ravaged by catastrophe.Jul 17, 19938.0Jul 17, 199392m8.002
92mWarrior of the Lost WorldIn the theater, the crew observed Hercules and Jason's quest for the legendary Golden Fleece in the 1958 film "Hercules."
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Joel and the robotic companions received a transmission from Amazon warriors via the Hexfield Viewscreen.Jul 24, 19936.5Jul 24, 199392m6.503
92mSwamp DiamondsOn the set of the theater production, the crew observes three women escaping from prison and embarking on a quest for a secret stash of stolen diamonds, their efforts spurred by an undercover police officer, in the 1956 film "Swamp Diamonds."
Simultaneously, aboard the Starship Ocean Liner (SOL), Servo finds himself emboldened to ask one of his robotic companions on a date.
The episode also includes the short film "What to Do on a Date," released in 1951.Jul 31, 19937.8Jul 31, 199392m7.804
92mSecret Agent Super DragonIn the theater, the crew observes a secret agent’s investigation into a Venezuelan crime syndicate producing mind-altering chewing gum in the 1966 program, "Secret Agent Super Dragon."
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Joel and the robots rehearse Crow's gentle screenplay, "The Spy Who Hugged Me."
This episode features the iconic "Secret Agent Super Dragon Theme Song."Aug 7, 19937.7Aug 7, 199392m7.705
92mThe Magic Voyage of SinbadIn the theater, the crew observes as the Russian folk hero Sadko – here reimagined as Sinbad for this English version – embarks on a quest for the Bluebird of Happiness, hoping to restore joy to his desolate city in *The Magic Voyage of Sinbad* (1953).
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Servo sets out on an adventure reminiscent of Sinbad's own.Aug 14, 19936.7Aug 14, 199392m6.706
92mEegahIn the theater, the crew observes a young woman and her singer boyfriend as they endeavor to rescue her father from a colossal caveman dwelling in the California desert, all within the film "Eegah" (1962).
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, the robotic crew subtly reshape Joel's face to bear a striking resemblance to Arch Hall, Jr.Aug 28, 19938.3Aug 28, 199392m8.307
92mI Accuse My ParentsOn the stage of the theater, the crew observes a young man's descent into a crime syndicate, his ultimate failure attributed to the neglect of his parents in "I Accuse My Parents" (1944).
Elsewhere, aboard the *SOL*, Gypsy assists in recreating the nightclub scene from the film.
This episode also includes the short story "The Truck Farmer" (1954).Sep 4, 19938.4Sep 4, 199392m8.408
92mOperation Double 007In the theater, the crew observes as a renowned plastic surgeon and lip-reader foil the schemes of a nefarious crime syndicate in the 1967 film, "Operation Double 007."
The title was subsequently altered to "Operation Kid Brother" due to legal concerns.
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Joel attempts to hypnotize Crow, achieving limited success compared to his efforts with Servo.Sep 11, 19938.2Sep 11, 199392m8.209
92mThe Girl in Lovers LaneIn the theater, the crew observes the unfolding drama of "The Girl in Lovers Lane" (1959): a wealthy young man named Danny flees his life and finds himself entangled with a wandering character called Bix Dugan in a quiet, small town.
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Servo and Crow, stirred by the film's narrative, attempt to provoke a confrontation with Joel.
This episode features the train song, "What a Pleasant Journey."Sep 18, 19937.5Sep 18, 199392m7.510
92mThe Painted HillsOn the set of the theater production of "The Painted Hills" (1951), the crew observes Lassie enacting vengeance for her master's death in a gold-mining town of the 1870s.
Elsewhere, aboard the starship SOL, Crow is processed into an ingot by Servo, only to reveal he is not composed of gold as initially believed.
This episode also includes the short film "Body Care and Grooming" (1947).Sep 26, 19937.7Sep 26, 199392m7.711
91mGunslingerIn the theater, the crew observes as the widow of a slain sheriff confronts outlaws defending her rural town in "Gunslinger" (1956).
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Servo transmits messages to Joel via the Gypsy Express.Oct 9, 19937.2Oct 9, 199391m7.212
91mMitchellIn the theater, the crew observes as a boisterous, inebriated police officer clumsily navigates a murder investigation in "Mitchell" (1975).
At the same time, aboard the SOL, Gypsy plots a way to assist Joel's escape.Oct 23, 19939.2Oct 23, 199391m9.213
96mThe Brain that Wouldn't DieIn the theater, the crew observes as a scientist sustains his girlfriend’s severed head in a pan, desperately seeking a new body for her in the 1962 film, "The Brain That Wouldn't Die."
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, Mike and the robots are visited by Jan in the Pan, the woman without a body from the movie.Oct 30, 19937.4Oct 30, 199396m7.414
92mTeen-Age StranglerOn the stage of the theater, the crew observes a troubled adolescent wrongly accused of murder as a serial killer stalks a small town in the 1964 film, "Teen-Age Strangler."
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, the robotic crew members equip Mike with a specially adapted pair of glasses, subtly altering his behavior to mimic the teenage heartthrob from the movie.
This installment includes the short film "Is This Love?" (1957), alongside the song "I'm a Janitor."Nov 7, 19937.8Nov 7, 199392m7.815
92mThe Wild World of BatwomanIn the theater, the crew observes a woman costumed as Batwoman leading an army of women, locked in conflict with a malevolent scientist seeking global domination, all within the pages of "The Wild World of Batwoman" (1966).
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, Mike, spurred by the short story, proposes that each of the robotic crew members compose essays on the subject of dishonesty.
This particular episode features the short story "Discussion Problems in Group Living: Cheating" (1952Nov 13, 19937.8Nov 13, 199392m7.816
92mAlien from L.A.In the theater, the crew observes as Kathy Ireland, her voice a high-pitched tremor, endeavors to free her father from a subterranean Atlantis in "Alien from L.A." (1988).
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, Mike and the robotic crew engage in a game of emotional interpretation.
This episode features the song "My Wild Irish Ireland."Nov 20, 19937.3Nov 20, 199392m7.317
92mBeginning of the EndIn the theater, the crew observes the military’s desperate efforts to contain a swarm of colossal grasshoppers in the 1957 film, "Beginning of the End."
Elsewhere, aboard the starship SOL, Servo delivers a stand-up routine, though his humor predominantly centers on comparisons between the insects and locusts.Nov 25, 19938.3Nov 25, 199392m8.318
92mThe Atomic BrainWithin the theater's darkened space, the crew observes as a wealthy woman of a certain age attempts a disturbing ambition: to transfer her consciousness into the bodies of younger women, drawing them to her mansion in the 1964 film, "The Atomic Brain."
Elsewhere, aboard the starship SOL, the robotic crew members are disconcerted by Mike's peculiar demonstration with a chin puppet.
This installment also includes the short story "What About Juvenile Delinquency?" from 1955.Dec 4, 19937.4Dec 4, 199392m7.419
92mOutlawIn the theater, the crew observes as Professor Cabot, a scholar from a university, journeys back to the mystical planet Gor. There, he must confront a tyrannical queen and a malevolent sorcerer in the film "Outlaw (Of Gor)" (1989).
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, Mike and the robotic crew members attempt to emulate Jack Palance, reciting passages from the book "Palance on Palance."
This episode also features the song "Tubular Boobular Joy."Dec 11, 1993Dec 11, 199392m20
92mRadar Secret ServiceWithin the theater, the crew observes with fascination as the remarkable capabilities of radar are employed to hunt down criminals trafficking atomic weaponry on the black market in "Radar Secret Service" (1950).
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, the automatons arrange a tenth-year high school reunion for Mike, drawing upon details gleaned from his yearbook.
This installment also includes the short story "Last Clear Chance" (1959).Dec 18, 19936.8Dec 18, 199392m6.821
92mSanta ClausIn the theater, the production crew observes the unfolding drama of "Santa Claus" (1959): Santa battling the demon Pitch for the soul of a young Mexican girl named Lupita.
Elsewhere, aboard the SOL, Mike experiences a bittersweet reunion with the Nelson family—though not the one he knows—thanks to the Hexfield Viewfinder.
This installment features the songs "Whispering Christmas Warrior" and "Merry Christmas... If That's Okay."Dec 24, 19938.0Dec 24, 199392m8.022
92mTeen-Age Crime WaveWithin the theater's confines, the crew observes a small band of miscreant youths perpetrate a single act of wrongdoing in "Teen-Age Crime Wave" (1955).
Simultaneously, aboard the SOL, the crew endeavors to make their escape, and the vessel inaugurates a deli serving sandwiches with names inspired by cinematic classics.Jan 15, 19947.0Jan 15, 199492m7.023
92mVillage of the GiantsOn the studio lot, the crew observes a group of boisterous teenagers transforming a town after consuming a growth formula, as depicted in "Village of the Giants" (1965).
Elsewhere, within the confines of Deep 13, Dr. Clayton Forrester makes preparations to supplant television's Frank with Torgo.
This installment includes the song "The Greatest Frank of All."Jan 22, 19947.5Jan 22, 199492m7.524
92m12 to the MoonWithin the theater's darkened space, the crew observes the lunar landing in "12 to the Moon" (1960), a spectacle that ignites a conflict between humanity and the beings of the moon.
Simultaneously, aboard the starship SOL, Nuveena, a young woman from a distant future, arrives and entices Mike and the ship's automatons to join her in a journey beyond their time.
This installment also includes the short story "Design for Dreaming" (1956).Feb 5, 19948.0Feb 5, 199492m8.0
