Ep 20. Laugh Ed Laugh
- March 8, 1999
Ed, Edd n' Eddy season 1 episode 20 titled "Laugh Ed Laugh" is a fun-filled adventure of the three best friends who cannot get enough of their mischiefs. The episode begins with Eddy brainstorming a new scam to make money that involves selling Ed's laughter. Eddy convinces the neighborhood kids that Ed's laugh is so contagious that they would be willing to pay $1 for just one laugh from Ed.
As the scammers set up shop, it soon becomes clear that Ed's laughter is not as great as Eddy had promised. Despite their efforts, no one is willing to pay for Ed's laugh, leaving the friends wondering what to do next. Eddy becomes increasingly frustrated at the lack of customers and blames Ed for his inability to create a good enough scam.
As the three friends sit dejectedly on the sidewalk, their fortunes suddenly turn when a passing bird drops a coconut on Ed's head, causing him to involuntarily burst into laughter. The kids in the neighborhood hear Ed's laughter and cannot contain themselves, even offering to pay for it. Eddy seizes the opportunity and quickly jumps into action, charging the kids $2 for a laugh from Ed.
The trio becomes overwhelmed with joy as their scam starts to bring in money, but their happiness is short-lived. Ed's laughter soon becomes uncontrollable, causing him to become dizzy and fall into a trance. The three friends realize that they have taken their scam too far, and they decide to discontinue it.
As the episode comes to an end, Eddy and Edd realize the importance of valuing their friendship with Ed over money. They decide to give back all the money they made and help Ed overcome his uncontrollable laughter. In the end, the three friends showcase the power of true friendship, reminding the viewers that the greatest wealth in life is happiness, not money.
"Laugh Ed Laugh" is a light-hearted yet meaningful episode that highlights the importance of friendship and how greed can often get in the way of it. The humor and antics of Ed, Edd and Eddy are sure to keep the viewers engaged throughout the episode while also delivering an important message.
