Fuelin’ Around 1949

Stooges arrive as carpet workers at Sneed residence

Three Stooges begin their new assignment as carpet layers at Professor Sneed's residence. They settle into the household while Hazel and the professor oversee their work. The new neighbors are curious about the scientific atmosphere brewing behind the closed doors.

Secret rocket-fuel project begins at Sneed's lab

Professor Sneed secretly works on a rocket fuel intended for government use, hidden from the casual eye. The project runs behind closed doors, separate from the Stooges' carpentry duties. The secrecy establishes the stakes of the impending conflict.

Rork watches and plans an abduction

From an exterior vantage point, Anemian spy Captain Rork observes Sneed's activities, plotting to abduct the professor to seize the formula. The watchful surveillance suggests a looming confrontation.

Misidentification leads to Stooges' capture

The Anemians misidentify Larry as Professor Sneed and seize the Stooges instead of the intended target. The capture plunges them into a situation they neither understand nor control.

Stooges coerced to assemble rocket fuel

Under pressure, the Stooges are forced to hastily assemble the rocket fuel and transcribe its formula. They scramble to keep up with the captors' demands while maintaining some semblance of calm.

Anemians uncover true identities and imprison the heroes

During the coercion, the Anemians uncover the true identities of Professor Sneed and his daughter Hazel. They decide to imprison the professor and Hazel to extract the coveted formula.

Rork is demoted for incompetence

Captain Rork is demoted to Private after failing to capture the target and is publicly punished for incompetence. The setback widens the gap between Rork and his superiors.

A diffident guard creates an escape distraction

A diffident prison guard begins courting Hazel, and his awkward advances inadvertently create a distraction. The momentary lapse in guard attention provides an opening for escape.

Escape using synthesized fuel

Seizing the opportunity, the group breaks out of captivity and uses the synthesized rocket fuel to propel themselves toward freedom. They race through corridors and stalls to reach safety.

Flight back to the United States

They push the rocket-fueled escape to the fortress exit and flee Anemia's borders. The daring departure carries them across hostile terrain toward the U.S.

Professor's work secure and threat neutralized

Back in the United States, the professor's work remains secure and the espionage plot is neutralized. The Stooges' misadventure resolves with their return home.