Original Air Date: November 16, 1969
Starring: Graham Chapman, Terry Jones, Michael Palin, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam
Directed by: Ian MacNaughton
Cat Out of the Bag Alert! This review contains spoilers for this sketch!
Synopsis: The classic irreverent British sketch series takes on all topics and turns convention on its ear in a completely unique and witty way. In the opening segment of this episode, a worried couple calls upon a vet to help them solve the problem of their cat’s apparent disinterest in life.
Cat Burglar (Scene Stealer): Of course we have to shine the spotlight on this sketch, one of the more memorable of the classic Python segments. The vet recommends the couple hire a service called Confuse a Cat, which proceeds to stage one of the most bizarre presentations ever performed solely for the benefit of a bored cat.
The ennui-ridden feline sits mostly motionless during the whole zany proceedings, leaving everyone anxiously awaiting the results.
Fortunately the cat gets up and toddles into the house, cured!
Final Mewsings: It may seem a complicated solution, but likely cheaper than long-term pet psychiatric bills.
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