Ep 57. Jerry's Cousin

Tom and Jerry season 1 episode 57 is called "Jerry's Cousin." In this episode, Jerry's cousin Muscles comes to visit him in the city. Muscles is a rough and tough country mouse who immediately intimidates Tom. Tom is determined to catch Muscles, but finds that Muscles is too fast, too strong, and too smart for him to catch.

Muscles seems oblivious to Tom's attempts to catch him, which only frustrates Tom more. Meanwhile, Jerry and Muscles have a great time together, exploring the city and causing trouble for Tom. They ride roller coasters, sneak into a movie theater, and get into a food fight at a fancy restaurant.

Eventually, Tom decides to team up with his alley cat friends to catch Muscles. They create a series of traps, but Muscles easily evades them all. When Tom finally catches Muscles with a net, Muscles simply flexes and breaks free. It's clear that Tom is no match for Muscles.

Throughout the episode, there's a lot of physical comedy and slapstick humor. Tom gets hit with mallets, slammed in doors, and knocked off of buildings. Jerry and Muscles use their small size to their advantage, slipping through tight spaces and outsmarting Tom at every turn.

The animation in this episode is classic Tom and Jerry, with exaggerated expressions and over-the-top movements. The background music is a mix of jazz, country, and rockabilly, which fits the fast-paced action perfectly.

"Jerry's Cousin" is a hilarious episode that showcases the dynamic between Tom and Jerry and introduces a new character in Muscles. It's a fun addition to the series that will have viewers laughing from beginning to end.