Ep 11. Stolen Apples

Pee-Wee's Playhouse follows the eccentric and playful Pee-Wee Herman as he interacts with his colorful cast of friends and visitors in his whimsical playhouse. In season 1 episode 11, titled "Stolen Apples," Pee-Wee discovers that all of the apples in his playhouse's apple tree have mysteriously disappeared.

Pee-Wee's first suspicion is that one of his friends may have taken the apples without asking, prompting him to investigate by questioning each one of them. He interviews cowboy Randy, who insists he did not take the apples, followed by the kooky Miss Yvonne, who provides an alibi. Pee-wee then interviews his neighbor, Mrs. Renee, a character with a southern drawl who runs a fruit stand. Mrs. Renee doesn't admit to taking the apples, but Pee-wee remains suspicious nonetheless.

As Pee-Wee searches for clues, he is visited by a magician named Peter Pit, who performs a magic trick involving a fake apple. Pee-Wee becomes convinced that Peter Pit is the culprit who stole his apples. However, after a funny and playful encounter with Peter Pit, Pee-Wee begins to doubt his suspicion and decides to take a different approach to solve the mystery.

Pee-Wee eventually realizes that the apples were not stolen at all but rather harvested early by fruit bats who built a nest in the playhouse's apple tree. He has an insightful lesson to share with his friends and the viewers about the dangers of jumping to conclusions and the importance of investigating before blaming others.

Throughout the episode, viewers can expect to enjoy the wacky and imaginative world of Pee-Wee's Playhouse, complete with over-the-top characters and colorful sets. The show showcases a variety of fun and catchy musical numbers, including Pee-Wee's signature song "The Pee-wee Herman Show Theme" and performances by country singer k.d. lang and S. Epatha Merkerson.

Pee-Wee's Playhouse has been praised for its bold and imaginative approach to children's programming, appealing to both kids and adults alike with its quirky sense of humor and surreal visuals. The show often features themes of curiosity, imagination, and the importance of friendships. Season 1 episode 11 "Stolen Apples" is no exception, delivering a fun and engaging story while imparting valuable lessons to its young viewers.