The Mummy/Robin Brain is the 8th episode of the second season of the Pinky and the Brain spin-off series and the 21st episode overall. It originally aired on December 28th, 1996 (See below). Both cartoons in this episode were animated by Rough Draft Studios, Inc.
The Mummy[]
Plot[]
As scientists have discovered ways to unveil the mysteries of the Great Pyramid of Egypt, Pinky and the Brain travel to the very pyramid to disguise as angered ancient Pharaohs, in order to demand absolute control of the world. In their way are the archaeologists' robot probe, the protesters that wish to see the Pharaohs back to life, the angry, religious locals, and the great unknown that stems from the mummies themselves.
Crew[]
- Written by Wendell Morris and Tom Sheppard
- Directed by Kirk Tingblad
Songs[]
Trivia[]
- The plot of the episode is based on the Upuaut Project, an archaeological expedition led by German researcher Rudolf Gatenbrink that took place between 1992 through 1993. He and his team placed a robotic probe into an air shaft that was eight-inches square inside the Pyramid of Giza. On March 22, 1993, the robotic probe found a door 210 feet into the air duct. As of writing, it is unknown what lies beyond that door.
- Pinky initially assumes the name of his mummy persona will be "Nikki Jigallililililopen," which was his alias in "Fly."
- The Bishop who warns the archaeologists about the consequences of desecrating the sacred burial grounds of Pharoah Khufu is modelled after Peter Cushing, who starred in the 1959 adaptation of The Mummy.
- One of the punishments from the ancient mummies, as pointed out by a bishop, is more Olsen Twins movies. Those who learn about it are positively terrified.
- After their voyage for almost no reason, Pinky frequently chants "Early in the morning" from the folk song, "Drunken Sailor."
- The leader of the protesters is a caricature of Martin Sheen, an actor and activist involved in numerous protests.
- This is one of the few cartoons that doesn't end with the Pinky and the Brain theme playing. Instead, it ends with Brain deliriously singing "Drunken Sailor."
Robin Brain[]
Plot[]
("England, 1182") To bring civilization out of the dark ages and take over the land, Brain intends to become a Robin Hood-like figure, Robin Brain, and collect money from aristocrats to build a massive water heater. He seeks a loyal Fryer (as in, fry cook) and a band of outlaws to uphold justice. Besides, Pinky has a problem with hiccups. After rising to prominence eventually, Brain and his band of "Mighty Mallards" come into conflict with the real Robin Hood.
Crew[]
- Written by Wendell Morris and Tom Sheppard
- Directed by Kirk Tingblad
Trivia[]
- Pinky's answer to Brain's "Are you pondering what I'm pondering?" is "but Kevin Costner with an English accent?", referring to his performance in Robin Hood, Prince of Thieves.
- Brain's reason for not giving the money to the poor like Robin Hood, is to not be sued for copyright infringement. As it turns out, this is the exact reason the real Robin Hood wants Robin Brain out of Sherwood.
- Similarly, Brain names his band of outlaws "The Mighty Mallards" as "The Mighty Ducks" is considered catchy by Pinky and the folks, but the "Ducks" name is already taken, presumably by the Disney franchise of the same name.
- When rallying to gather the outlaws, Brain motivates the townspeople to chant, "I'm as mad as all get-out, and I'm not going to take it anymore!". This spoofs the 1976 film Network which features an unstable anchorman, Howard Beale; who utters a similar catchphrase.
- Robin Hood is modelled after Errol Flynn's take on the character in the 1938 Warner Bros. movie The Adventures of Robin Hood.
- In the tavern scene, when Robin Hood declares that Brain looks much taller on his wanted posters, the mouse replies "and you look much...shorter". This is a reference to Flynn, who was notorious sensitive about his short stature.
- The ending chorus calls Pinky "Pinketh" and the last "Brain" had a long vibrato, as the iris stops at Pinky who hiccups before finally closing.
Gallery[]
Production Notes[]
- "Robin Brain" first aired on October 19, 1996, alongside a rerun of "Where No Mouse Has Gone Before" under episode "4D" of the Pinky and the Brain compilation episodes listing. Likewise, "The Mummy" first aired on October 26, 1996; alongside reruns of "Pinky and the Fog" and "Cheese Roll Call" under episode "17A" of the same listing. The full half-hour would later debut in its regular form on December 28th, 1996.
Cast[]
| Voice Actors: | Character(s): |
| Rob Paulsen | Pinky, Additional Voices |
| Maurice LaMarche | The Brain, Scientist #1, Additional Voices |
| Tress MacNeille | Old Woman |
| Corey Burton | Cushing |
| Michael McKean | Toll collector, Robin Hood |
| Sam McMurray | Taxman #1 |
| Jim Cummings | Chuck |