
Forced by evil scientists to watch bad "B" movies until he breaks, a host and a bunch of captive robots comment on the films to keep sane. During each movie, the host and robots perform skits or songs, known as host segments, that are usually related to that episode's film.

Joel and the bots watch the 1956 Roger Corman flick, "Swamp Women," where a policewoman and convicts search for stolen diamonds; Tom Servo is inspired to ask Gypsy out.

"Fugitive Alien" (1986) Science fiction. Wolf Raiders from Valnastar attack Earth; one, wanted for treason, becomes a space loner named Ken. With Tatsuya Azuma, Miyuki Tanigawa, Joe Shishido.

"Daddy-O" (1959) Crime drama. Hoodlums want a singing truck driver to drive their getaway car. With Dick Contino, Sandra Giles, Bruno VeSota.

"The Painted Hills" (1951) Adventure. A collie, played by Lassie, avenges its gold-miner master.