Snow White and the Three Stooges

Snow White and the Three Stooges

Year: 1961

Runtime: 107 mins

Language: English

Directors: Walter Lang, Frank Tashlin

ComedyDramaFamilyFantasyAdventure

In the kingdom of Fortunia, a king and his young queen finally welcome a daughter, Snow White, but the queen dies shortly after childbirth. Grieving, the king eventually yields to his subjects’ pleas and takes a new wife. The new queen, strikingly beautiful yet cruel, quickly becomes envious of Snow White’s charm.

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1

Tragic loss and royal remarriage

The kingdom of Fortunia suffers a heartbreaking loss when Snow White's mother dies in childbirth. The grieving king remarries a beautiful but malevolent queen who secretly envies Snow White's beauty. This marriage sets the stage for the queen's scheming against Snow White.

after Snow White's birth Fortunia
2

Growing beauty and stepmother's envy

As Snow White grows, the new queen grows more envious of her stepdaughter's unparalleled beauty. The queen's true cruelty remains hidden behind a cordial exterior as she plots in the shadows. Snow White remains unaware of the danger looming over her.

during Snow White's childhood Fortunia Castle
3

King's death on Snow White's 17th birthday

On Snow White's 17th birthday, the beloved king dies, destabilizing the realm. The queen's jealousy intensifies, prompting her to imprison Snow White out of spite. The once-protective family order collapses into the queen's tyranny.

Snow White's 17th birthday Fortunia Castle
4

Snow White imprisoned

Fearing for her life, Snow White is imprisoned by the queen, who sees her as a perpetual threat to the throne. The castle walls become a trap as the stepmother tightens her grip. Snow White's future looks grim unless she escapes.

post-birthday Fortunia Castle
5

Escape from assassination

Snow White narrowly escapes a hired assassin and flees to safety with the help of the Seven Dwarfs and the Three Stooges. They bring along Quatro, who is secretly Prince Charming with memory loss after an accident. The group begins a perilous journey away from the pursuing queen.

immediately after escape Forest and dwarfs' dwelling
6

Quatro's hidden identity

Quatro is revealed to be Prince Charming, though his true identity remains concealed due to memory loss from the head injury. The companions navigate his uncertain past while continuing to protect Snow White. The bond between Snow White and Quatro deepens despite the confusion.

early in the journey
7

Romance and queen's escalating schemes

Romance blossoms between Snow White and Quatro, even as the queen escalates her machinations. The queen orders a kidnapping to remove the couple from safety, heightening the danger for Snow White. The Stooges and dwarfs brace for a desperate rescue.

as plans unfold
8

Rescue attempt and escape

The Stooges disguise themselves as cooks to rescue Quatro, but they are forced to flee with Snow White and abandon the notion of a clean rescue. It seems Quatro has perished in the escape, though hope remains with Snow White by their side. The group travels far from the queen's reach.

during the escape Near the queen's pursuit route
9

The magic sword appears

A wish-granting magic sword falls into their possession, unintentionally propelling them out of the country. The artifact becomes a symbol of hope as they seek safety away from Fortunia's troubles. Yet it also complicates their quest, drawing them toward a broader destiny.

after escaping Out of Fortunia
10

Queen's pursuit intensifies

Back in Fortunia, the queen learns Snow White has survived and immediately sets off in pursuit. Her vengeful plans press the group to stay ahead, using every trick to regain control. The throne's stability hangs in the balance as the chase unfolds.

following Snow White's escape Fortunia
11

Snow White poisoned by the apple

Snow White succumbs to a poisoned apple administered by the queen, sealing a tragic turn in the tale. The queen's wickedness seems complete, but fate intervenes when the Stooges accidentally bring about the queen's own downfall. The poison act sets off a chain of events that will alter the kingdom.

during confrontation with the queen Fortunia Castle
12

Mirrored aid and the bed scene

With their resources dwindling, the Stooges place Snow White on a bed rather than burying her, an act that unexpectedly summons the help of the magic mirror. The mirror's power hints at a second chance for Snow White amid the danger around them. The living room becomes a pivotal juncture for fate.

after poisoning Dwarfs' dwelling
13

Prince Charming returns with the mirror's aid

Guided by the magic mirror, Prince Charming arrives just in time to counter the poisoned apple's effects. He confronts the queen, whose schemes unravel as the forces of justice close in. The queen and her accomplice meet their end as Snow White's life is restored.

near the end, after the mirror's guidance Fortunia
14

A new royal union and happily ever after

Snow White and Prince Charming marry, bringing peace and renewal to Fortunia. The kingdom celebrates the triumph of love over malice, and Snow White's newfound life stands in stark contrast to the trials she endured. The tale ends with a lasting happily ever after.

after the queen's demise Fortunia

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