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The Adventures of Puss in Boots - Luck (S1E15)
When a bad luck curse turns Puss into a black cat and he is run out of San Lorenzo, a thieving crew of no-good cats tries to get him to join the gang.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 6.0 (3 votes) |
| Air Date | 2015-09-28 |
| Genres | Animation, Comedy, Family, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7 |
| Network(s) | Netflix |
Storyline
In this episode of The Adventures of Puss in Boots, a bad luck curse transforms Puss into a black cat, causing him to be shunned by the citizens of San Lorenzo. Struggling with his new appearance and the misfortunes that follow, Puss is forced to leave the town he loves.
While on the run, he encounters a group of mischievous cats who try to recruit him into their thieving crew. Puss must navigate this tricky situation while trying to break the curse and prove that even in the face of bad luck, he can still be a hero.
What parents say
This episode introduces the concept of luck and how it can affect our lives in unexpected ways. The transformation of Puss into a black cat serves as a metaphor for how external appearances can lead to misunderstandings and misjudgments from others. Parents might appreciate the message that true identity and character are not defined by outward appearances.
Additionally, the episode explores themes of friendship and loyalty as Puss interacts with the gang of cats. It highlights the importance of choosing the right company and staying true to oneself, even in challenging circumstances. Parents can discuss with their children how peer pressure can influence decisions, and the significance of making choices based on individual values.
What kids learn
Kids will learn about the impact of superstitions and how they can influence behavior and perceptions. Puss’s transformation and the ensuing chaos demonstrate that luck is often a matter of perspective. Children will see that sometimes, what appears to be a stroke of bad luck can lead to unexpected adventures and valuable lessons.
The episode also teaches resilience. Despite facing challenges and being misunderstood, Puss continues to seek a way to reverse the curse and return to his heroic self. This encourages children to persevere through difficulties and not lose hope when faced with obstacles.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
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| What causes Puss to turn into a black cat? | Puss is cursed with bad luck, which magically transforms him into a black cat. This change leads to him being rejected by the residents of San Lorenzo, highlighting the episode's exploration of how appearances can influence people's perceptions and reactions. |
| How do the other cats respond to Puss's situation? | Initially, the group of thieving cats sees Puss's transformation as an opportunity to recruit him into their gang. They are intrigued by his predicament and attempt to persuade him to join their mischievous activities, showcasing their own lack of morals and the allure of a life of crime. |
| What lessons can children learn from Puss's challenges? | Children can learn the importance of resilience and self-acceptance. Despite the curse and the ridicule he faces, Puss continues to seek a way to revert to his original form, teaching kids to remain hopeful and steadfast in the face of adversity. |
| Does Puss maintain his heroic traits despite the curse? | Yes, despite the bad luck and the challenges posed by his transformation, Puss retains his bravery and determination. His character remains true to his heroic nature as he navigates the complications of the curse and seeks to prove himself once again. |
| What themes are explored in this episode? | The episode explores themes of identity, friendship, and the influence of luck. It emphasizes that true character is not dictated by appearances and encourages viewers to look beyond the surface. Additionally, it addresses peer pressure and the importance of making choices that reflect one's values. |
Cast
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Writing
- Ben Acker — Writer
- Ben Blacker — Writer
Directing
- David Mucci Fassett — Director
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 1 | 1 | Puss stumbles upon the legendary hidden city of San Lorenzo, and soon finds himself forced to protect it from thieves. |
| 1 | 2 | Puss accidentally gives the orphans a magic substance that will ultimately make them explode. The only cure is guarded by a Sphinx who challenges Puss with riddles - and contrary to his own belief, Puss is not good at riddles. |
| 1 | 3 | When Toby's ninja brothers try to get him to steal San Lorenzo‘s treasure, he must decide between them and his friendship with Puss. |
| 1 | 4 | The Duchess, who wants to rule the world by harnessing the power of sorcerers, captures Artephius...and it's up to Puss to rescue him. |
| 1 | 5 | Puss is tricked into going on a quest with an old friend, Jack Sprat. What starts out as a mission to save a princess soon turns dangerous. |
| 1 | 6 | In an effort to save Puss's old mentor, El Guante Blanco, Puss and Dulcinea embark on an adventure to find the Fountain of Youth. |
| 1 | 7 | Puss tries to convince the Mayor that he is really a hero -- but being "brave" quickly goes to the Mayor's head. |
| 1 | 8 | The Golem, a giant clay enemy Puss has been outrunning for years, comes to San Lorenzo. With the help of Artephius, Puss may finally defeat his foe. |
| 1 | 9 | By stealing enchanted boots from the Treasure House, Jack Sprat sets off a dangerous Devil Wind that threatens to consume all of the town's treasure. |
| 1 | 10 | Dulcinea becomes enchanted with heroic powers when she pulls a magical sword from a stone, and Puss must help her learn how to control her strength. |
| 1 | 11 | Puss is obsessed with catching an adorable mouse, but when strange things happen around town, he fears the rodent may be more than a delicious meal. |
| 1 | 12 | When a young goblin arrives in town, Puss instantly likes her and tries to convince the orphans that she is more than just a brash troublemaker. |
| 1 | 13 | Dulcinea secretly discovers a wishing star and tries to make things better for everyone with her wishes, but ends up making things a lot worse. |
| 1 | 14 | Convinced his ninja brothers were forced to kick him out of the gang by an evil wizard, Toby's brother, Brandt, begs Puss to help them reunite. |
| 1 | 15 | When a bad luck curse turns Puss into a black cat and he is run out of San Lorenzo, a thieving crew of no-good cats tries to get him to join the gang. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 2 | 1 | Puss promises to kill a dragon that is scaring towns close by. But when he meets it face to face, he changes his plans. |
| 2 | 2 | While Puss and his best friend, Jack Sprat, look for treasure underground, they find an odd kingdom. |
| 2 | 3 | To prove he is a ladies' hero, Puss saves a mermaid from a thief who quickly falls in love with him … and becomes a big problem. |
| 2 | 4 | Puss gets scared when angry bees invade the town, so he calls on the Piper, who has helpful powers. |
| 2 | 5 | While Puss trains the orphans to work as a team to protect San Lorenzo, a villain comes to town and kidnaps him. |
| 2 | 6 | Puss tries to bring back the magic spell that protects the town. But he makes a mistake, and wacky things happen in a shop. |
| 2 | 7 | While Puss looks for items missing from the treasure house, he gets help from the Scimitar, an evil sword. |
| 2 | 8 | An angry thunder god demands to be let into the treasure house -- or he will destroy San Lorenzo! |
| 2 | 9 | The Mole King’s treasure is missing, and he won’t give it up unless Puss helps him get his ex-girlfriend back. |
| 2 | 10 | Puss fights the Duchess for an object that can help him bring back the magic spell that protects the town. |
| 2 | 11 | Puss sneaks back into town so he can get rid of someone who is pretending to protect San Lorenzo. |
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| 3 | 1 | The town of San Lorenzo is in peril and threatened by the Bloodwolf, leaving our feline hero feeling like he's failed. So he seeks a new career path. |
| 3 | 2 | Uli has key information about the Bloodwolf, but he's jailed by the Mole King. Puss reclaims his role as a hero and sets off on a rescue mission. |
| 3 | 3 | Puss swallows his pride and asks his mentor El Guante Blanco for help defending San Lorenzo, but the old maestro’s busy with a surprising new protégé. |
| 3 | 4 | Puss and company seek out the mighty Golem to help save San Lorenzo, but our courageous kitty feels sorely lacking in the brawn department. |
| 3 | 5 | Puss reluctantly agrees to recruit Goodsword as the final member of his army, but the powerful blade isn't easily convinced. |
| 3 | 6 | With his team finally assembled, Puss realizes he has no idea how to lead them into battle to rescue Uli. But one plucky would-be warrior steps up. |
| 3 | 7 | While he's distracted, Puss agrees to ride for two different groups in the town's horse race. Artephius conjures a Puss "twin" with iffy skills. |
| 3 | 8 | Puss and others get addicted to a coin toss game, leaving the town vulnerable to thieves. Dulcinea devises a plan to rid the town of gambling fever. |
| 3 | 9 | Kid Pickles hates birthdays, so Puss hatches a plan to help him feel like a king on his special day. But the power soon goes to his head. |
| 3 | 10 | Puss joins a pack of quirky pirates on their quest for some legendary treasure, hoping to nab a mystical crown that could help defeat the Bloodwolf. |
| 3 | 11 | When Puss's pirate friends toss him overboard to help him overcome his fear of the ocean, his watery plunge reunites him with a fishy former flame. |
| 3 | 12 | Worry weighs on everyone back in San Lorenzo as Puss and the pirates find treasure and must fight a barbaric parrot with a skeleton army. |
| 3 | 13 | Puss brings home the prized Crown of Souls, as well as a pack of creepy skeletons who set the town on edge and make Uli's evil antics seem like a joke. |
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 4 | 1 | The Crown of Souls is missing a vital gem, so Puss and company set out to find it. Trouble is, it's in three pieces, each owned by a different witch. |
| 4 | 2 | Puss and friends' quest for the second Gem of the Crown piece gets them caught by a spidery witch who casts Puss into a crazy dream-filled sleep. |
| 4 | 3 | Puss and pals outwit a flute-playing witch who guards a piece of the gem they seek. But a stunning twist awaits when they obtain the precious shard. |
| 4 | 4 | As our feline hero tests his survival skills upon mysteriously waking in the jungle, San Lorenzo's citizens frantically search for the vanished Puss. |
| 4 | 5 | Dulcinea's school for wayward thieves inspires a misguided Uli. Meanwhile, pugnacious Puss struggles to keep his feisty paws off the reforming thugs. |
| 4 | 6 | When the Crown of Souls remains inert even with its powerful gem restored, Dulcinea seeks out her favorite author in hopes that he'll have answers. |
| 4 | 7 | To obtain a priceless book about the Crown of Souls, Puss, Dulcinea and Miguela try to trick a pompous man-eating ogre, with unexpected help from Uli. |
| 4 | 8 | Sky god Taranis is convinced Puss has great powers that could help control belligerent god Toutatis, who's vowed to destroy all mortals. |
| 4 | 9 | Pajuna's old partner Roz comes to town seeking her help with a mission. But the person Roz means to snuff out is Puss, who's off on his own quest. |
| 4 | 10 | While seeking out Sphinx's sister for clues about the Obelisk, Puss falls into the Fountain of 100 Changes and becomes one fractured, frazzled kitty. |
| 4 | 11 | When valiant Puss and his entourage try to get the Obelisk of Night from Angus, the sheep presents them with perhaps their greatest challenge yet. |
| 4 | 12 | Having learned the location of the Obelisk, Puss and company return to San Lorenzo to find the town overtaken by El Moco, who's got a score to settle. |
| 4 | 13 | When the fearsome Bloodwolf finally rises, the people of San Lorenzo fight back and soon learn the identity of the one person who can stop the demon. |
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| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
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| 6 | 1 | After blocking the way to the Netherworld, Puss and company return to San Lorenzo to find a town that's greatly changed -- with a new man in charge! |
| 6 | 2 | Puss rallies the San Lorenzans to save their town before El Moco blows it to bits. But building an army requires Puss to swallow his pride. |
| 6 | 3 | The orphans compete in a high-stakes contest at the Duchess's command. A strange rumbling shakes things up in San Lorenzo. |
| 6 | 4 | A notorious loan shark shows up in San Lorenzo and insists that Puss's boots belong to him. But without them, Puss just isn't the same. |
| 6 | 5 | It began as a harmless parlor trick. But when Pajuna summons ghosts from the other side, vengeful spirits start taking over the townsfolk. |
| 6 | 6 | Assuming it'll be easy, Puss offers to run the Cow and Moone for Pajuna while she's off on an adventure with her old pal, Roz. |
| 6 | 7 | A handsome face stirs up jealousy when famed treasure hunter Guy Fox asks a star-struck Dulcinea to join him on his next adventure. |
| 6 | 8 | Puss and Dulcinea decide to go on a vacation together, though neither of them will admit it's a date. Especially when the whole town comes along. |
| 6 | 9 | The townsfolk look to Puss to stop San Lorenzo's earthquakes. But first, a mission to rescue a pirate captain from the Island of Doom! |
| 6 | 10 | When the sky gods grant Puss divine powers to calm the earthquakes, his oversized ego threatens to turn the whole town against him. |
| 6 | 11 | With the future of the world at stake, Puss and his friends head to the Forbidden Citadel on a mission to find the Great Mage Sino. |
| 6 | 12 | The Great Mage Sino reveals the full history of San Lorenzo -- and the only way to save it, which requires Puss to give up everything. |
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