Episode
The Bullwinkle Show: Fractured Fairy Tales - King Midas
Overview
In this comedic retelling, King Midas, the most miserly man alive, embarks on an advertising campaign to win the affection of his subjects. However, he imposes a mean tax on the people of his kingdom to fund his extravagant efforts. As Midas tries to buy popularity, his plan backfires spectacularly, leading to a series of humorous situations where the townsfolk cleverly outsmart him. The tale explores themes of greed and the folly of trying to win love through wealth.
Details
- Series
- The Bullwinkle Show
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 12
- Air date
- 1960-10-08
Episode context
Fractured Fairy Tales - King Midas is Episode 12 in Season 2 of The Bullwinkle Show. It aired on 1960-10-08.
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