Zorro (1957–1959): Season 1, Episode 12 - Zorro, Luckiest Swordsman Alive - full transcript
In an effort to discredit Zorro, Capt. Monestario has a Zorro impersonator rob a crown of jewels from the mission. Zorro must redeem his reputation.
(THUNDERCLAP)
♪ Out of the night when
the full moon is bright
♪ Comes a horseman
known as Zorro
♪ This bold renegade
carves a "Z" with his blade
♪ A "Z" that stands for Zorro
♪ Zorro!
♪ The Fox so cunning and free
♪ Zorro!
♪ Who makes the sign of the "Z"!
♪ Zorro, Zorro, Zorro
♪ Zorro, Zorro ♪
Be careful. Ease
it onto the cart.
That's it. Be careful now.
Licenciado Pina, you will
go sign the burial certificate.
I trust the sergeant will
overcome his usual modesty.
Inform the people
of your exploit.
What have I done wrong now?
Tell how your accuracy with a musket
felled the prisoner as he escaped.
Let it be known as
an example to the rest.
How my accuracy with a...
Oh, si, Comandante. Gracias.
Open the gates and
move on! Andale!
It was I, Sergeant
Demetrio Lopez Garcia,
who saw the dangerous
Martinez trying to escape,
and with unerring accuracy
brought him down with a single shot!
(KNOCKING)
Ah, my guitar strings!
Someone died? Who?
(SLASHING SOUNDS)
Zorro the second?
Martinez, the man who
impersonated me, he died?
How?
Garcia shot him escaping jail?
That's very strange, Bernardo.
Martinez was supposed
to be in a military jail.
At the same time, he was dressed
as Zorro and robbing us at the tavern.
It would be interesting to know how
he could get out of his cell to do this.
Yes, Monastario could
have let Martinez out
in order to discredit
Zorro, and when this failed,
he could have gotten rid of him
before anyone could question him.
If that is the case, it is
cold-blooded murder.
It is taking too much of
a chance. I do not like it!
I do not care whether
you like it or not!
Besides, what can go wrong?
What can go wrong?
At the graveyard the
soldiers dropped the coffin.
It nearly burst
open! But it did not!
I died 1,000 deaths.
How could one explain
a coffin filled with rocks?
Have you finished? We've
a long ride ahead of us.
I'm ready. Mark my words,
no good will come of this.
How can you trust
a man like Martinez?
I do not trust
anyone, not even you.
I know you will do my bidding,
without me you are nothing.
I know Martinez
will obey me, too.
Without my help, he can never
hope to escape from this country.
Just the same, I
am afraid of him.
He has too quick a
tongue and temper.
He knows every Comandante in California
has orders to arrest him on sight.
He needs us even
more than we need him.
Come!
Hola!
Everything is well, Martinez?
I see you have made
yourself comfortable.
This time you even
bring me a black horse!
You think of everything, almost.
What about Zorro?
This time he will not interfere.
Licenciado, switch horses.
When we return,
you will ride the roan.
Come.
I want you to ride to the
Mission of San Gabriel.
Steal the crown of
the Virgin by the altar.
You will have a fortune and
the people will be against Zorro!
I have done many things,
but never robbed a church!
Nor have you been hanged by the
neck until dead. Which do you prefer?
When you have the crown, come
back here. Let no one see you.
On Friday, there will be a ship in
San Pedro taking a load of hides.
I will get you onto it.
You have reported my death?
No one will track me
down for my escapades?
It's part of my plan. Everyone
believes you are dead.
Zorro will never be able to
prove he did not commit the crime.
Now, I return to
my first question.
How can you be sure
Zorro will not interfere?
Until now, I have not
told a soul the details.
There is no possible way
Zorro can learn about it
and spoil my plans this time!
"Burn our desires and our hearts
with the fire of the Holy Spirit,
"that we may serve Thee with
a chaste body and clean heart."
(SLASHING)
Zorro! Don't take the crown!
Padre Felipe! Socorro! Auxilio!
Help!
(GRUNTING)
MAN: Padre Felipe! Help!
Padre,
Zorro steal
Virgin crown.
Dominus vobiscum.
So this is the work of
Zorro, the people's friend.
(KNOCKING)
Come in, Benito.
I bring news, Senores.
A vaquero from rancho Torres
saw Zorro riding through the hills
not a half an hour ago.
But how could he
possibly be riding?
It's hard to tell.
He was headed for the Mission.
When Zorro rides, there is usually
a reason, but why the Mission?
I don't know, Father,
but I'm sure if he does something
remarkable we'll hear about it.
It was good of you
to tell us, Benito.
Thank you for the information.
Por nada, patron.
Buenas noches.
Could you not pretend to be
interested in the exploits of El Zorro?
He is a man of great courage, risking
his life on your behalf and on mine.
But I am interested. Didn't I just
say we will hear the news in due time?
Then I will listen.
Right now I wish I could
remember how this goes!
(HITS A BAD NOTE)
It seems to me that these guitar
strings break altogether too easily!
Well, I was getting
tired anyway!
It is very strenuous,
playing the guitar!
With your permission, Father.
Come, Bernardo.
There's little time.
Once again, someone rides as Zorro,
but who, and why towards the Mission?
I'm afraid Padre
Felipe's in for trouble.
Padre Felipe!
(KNOCKING)
Don't shoot. I'm your friend!
You kill my friend!
Muchachos, I have Zorro!
(BELL TOLLS)
(BELL CONTINUES TO TOLL)
Bernardo...
Apparently the man who
dressed as Zorro killed someone.
I'm afraid it might
be Padre Felipe.
How do you know?
Was he here all the
time I was at the Mission?
Is he still here?
Help me with my clothes.
Padre Felipe, it is
indeed good to see you.
It is so late, though. I
hope no one is gravely ill.
I'm afraid it is even
worse than that.
Padre Felipe can tell you
why Zorro rode tonight.
He broke into the church,
stole the Virgin's crown of jewels.
Then he struck down and killed
Inocente, who tried to stop him.
Can this be the work of
Zorro? The real Zorro?
This is what we
have been discussing.
It is said that even the devil feigns
a halo when he first comes to call.
Zorro pretended to be
a friend of the people.
Now we see him as he really is.
I find all of this very
difficult to believe.
It is difficult for me to
believe, even though I saw it.
But, one thing is certain,
Zorro will never dare
ride again after tonight.
He has destroyed the
legend of being a hero.
The entire countryside
is up in arms,
ready to shoot
him down at sight!
Padre Felipe says Zorro will
never dare show himself again,
and he's right, unless we can prove
that someone else committed the crimes.
Now, what do we really know about
the man who impersonated Zorro?
We know he stole the crown of
jewels from the figure of the Virgin.
We know he killed an Indian,
who surprised him in the act
and we also know
that he got away.
Now, what can we assume that
we don't already know for certain?
You think it was Monastario
dressed as Zorro?
No, I do not believe that Monastario
would take a chance like that.
Oh, no doubt he planned it all,
but I believe he would
get someone else to do it.
Someone like Martinez.
Yes, I know. Martinez is dead.
So who else could he
get? Well, answer me this.
Will the man who has the jewels keep
them or share them with Monastario?
It could be either way.
I wonder if someone would be
confused if a few extra gems showed up?
Who do you think
would be confused?
Do you not think that Monastario
might be even more confused?
And if I can confuse him enough,
maybe he'll lead me to
the man I'm looking for.
I got those in Mexico.
They're not the best imitations
but I don't think anyone
will know the difference.
Come, Bernardo.
Let us go to the tavern and speed
up the falling out among thieves!
(PEOPLE CHATTERING)
May I sit with you, Licenciado?
It is hard to find a good table.
It is my pleasure,
Senor de la Vega.
I have seen her before,
she is quite attractive.
She calls herself Pilar Fuentes.
I warn you, one man has
already lost his life over her.
I shall make sure to admire
her only from a distance!
(GUITARS STILL PLAYING)
(CHEERING)
(CASTANETS PLAYING)
(MUSIC STOPS)
Wait a minute!
Don't try to hold out
on me. I saw you!
Take your hands off me!
(BOTH SCREAM)
Here, here! Stop this! Basta!
Here, what is the trouble?
She is trying to keep
some coins. I saw her.
It's not a coin and
I found it. It's mine!
Here, now, open your hand!
Open it or I'll open it for you!
Santo Nino de Atocha!
It's a ruby! Look at it! It
must be worth a fortune!
Who would toss a
ruby to a dancer?
Someone who has
had a few drinks!
You know, it's probably one of
the stones stolen from the Mission.
What a foolish thing to do.
Unless, of course, he just
wanted to get rid of them.
May I order you another drink?
No, thanks. I should go now.
Look!
It's a diamond!
Ay, caray!
Oh, there is no doubt at all.
These must be some of the
gems stolen from the Mission!
Zorro, the man who took them,
could be somebody in this room!
If you'll excuse me, Senor. I just
remembered I forgot something.
First the ruby,
and then I looked down and I
saw the diamond on the tray!
I do not understand it.
I told you not
to trust Martinez!
He has not followed
my instructions.
This he will regret!
I am certain he was
not in the tavern.
Maybe the dancer
hid him in a back room.
He followed her from
Monterey, you know.
Watch the dancer closely.
See if she will lead
you to Martinez. If not...
Wait! I have a better idea!
Have her arrested on
some sort of charge.
You will be able
to make her talk.
Splendid idea.
I will ride out to the hideout.
I shall arrive there by dawn.
If he is not there,
I will wait for him.
Martinez will find that his funeral
was just a few hours too early!
You are looking for me? This
part of the plan you did not explain.
You come to murder me
and take the gems for yourself.
You know very
well why I am here!
I'm sure that man is Martinez.
No, Bernardo, he
is very much alive.
(CRIES OUT)
If I did not value my
own life so highly,
I would take time to
relieve you of yours!
I make you a gift of it!
(SPITS)
I can't allow him to escape, even
though the Comandante's a witness.
Wait here.
What are you doing here?
Apparently, I'm seeing a ghost.
Do not stop him. He will
kill you with a single thrust!
I believe he robbed the Mission
and dressed as Zorro. I know my duty.
Out of my way or
I'll cut you down!
No. I'm going to
see this through.
If you want to surrender,
give me your weapon.
You should have had the
Comandante give you lessons.
It is now too late.
But I did learn something
from the Comandante.
My hat!
You are about to lose your life.
You're the luckiest
swordsman alive.
I never saw a man so
awkward who lived so long!
Awkward?
You see, Senor,
luck is not enough!
Why did you have to kill him?
He was a dangerous criminal.
Perhaps it would have been embarrassing
to have him captured and questioned?
It's the crown of jewels.
Something wrong?
Oh no, nothing is wrong.
I shall return this
to Padre Felipe.
Of course, you will explain that
it was not Zorro who did this?
Naturally.
The people will owe a debt of
gratitude to their Comandante!
Just one moment.
Would you permit
me one question?
How was it possible for Martinez
to have robbed the Mission
when you already
officially buried him?
Sergeant Garcia
made out that report.
I will see that he is
properly disciplined.
Uh... And now permit
me one question.
How is it possible that the most
inept swordsman in California
was able to defeat
Martinez, one of the best?
Well, perhaps Martinez
was right when he said
I am the luckiest
swordsman alive!
NARRATOR: Next week,
Monastario gambles all
in one desperate
effort to capture Zorro.
Father, it's Diego.
Diego de la Vega is the
infamous outlaw Zorro.
Now admit you are Zorro or your
throat will never utter another sound.
NARRATOR: Thrill to
the astounding climax
as Zorro brings an end
to the evils of Monastario
next week, when the Walt
Disney Studio presents Zorro!
♪ Out of the night when
the full moon is bright
♪ Comes a horseman
known as Zorro
♪ This bold renegade
carves a "Z" with his blade
♪ A "Z" that stands for Zorro
♪ Zorro!
♪ The Fox so cunning and free
♪ Zorro!
♪ Who makes the sign of the "Z"!
♪ Zorro, Zorro, Zorro
♪ Zorro, Zorro ♪
Be careful. Ease
it onto the cart.
That's it. Be careful now.
Licenciado Pina, you will
go sign the burial certificate.
I trust the sergeant will
overcome his usual modesty.
Inform the people
of your exploit.
What have I done wrong now?
Tell how your accuracy with a musket
felled the prisoner as he escaped.
Let it be known as
an example to the rest.
How my accuracy with a...
Oh, si, Comandante. Gracias.
Open the gates and
move on! Andale!
It was I, Sergeant
Demetrio Lopez Garcia,
who saw the dangerous
Martinez trying to escape,
and with unerring accuracy
brought him down with a single shot!
(KNOCKING)
Ah, my guitar strings!
Someone died? Who?
(SLASHING SOUNDS)
Zorro the second?
Martinez, the man who
impersonated me, he died?
How?
Garcia shot him escaping jail?
That's very strange, Bernardo.
Martinez was supposed
to be in a military jail.
At the same time, he was dressed
as Zorro and robbing us at the tavern.
It would be interesting to know how
he could get out of his cell to do this.
Yes, Monastario could
have let Martinez out
in order to discredit
Zorro, and when this failed,
he could have gotten rid of him
before anyone could question him.
If that is the case, it is
cold-blooded murder.
It is taking too much of
a chance. I do not like it!
I do not care whether
you like it or not!
Besides, what can go wrong?
What can go wrong?
At the graveyard the
soldiers dropped the coffin.
It nearly burst
open! But it did not!
I died 1,000 deaths.
How could one explain
a coffin filled with rocks?
Have you finished? We've
a long ride ahead of us.
I'm ready. Mark my words,
no good will come of this.
How can you trust
a man like Martinez?
I do not trust
anyone, not even you.
I know you will do my bidding,
without me you are nothing.
I know Martinez
will obey me, too.
Without my help, he can never
hope to escape from this country.
Just the same, I
am afraid of him.
He has too quick a
tongue and temper.
He knows every Comandante in California
has orders to arrest him on sight.
He needs us even
more than we need him.
Come!
Hola!
Everything is well, Martinez?
I see you have made
yourself comfortable.
This time you even
bring me a black horse!
You think of everything, almost.
What about Zorro?
This time he will not interfere.
Licenciado, switch horses.
When we return,
you will ride the roan.
Come.
I want you to ride to the
Mission of San Gabriel.
Steal the crown of
the Virgin by the altar.
You will have a fortune and
the people will be against Zorro!
I have done many things,
but never robbed a church!
Nor have you been hanged by the
neck until dead. Which do you prefer?
When you have the crown, come
back here. Let no one see you.
On Friday, there will be a ship in
San Pedro taking a load of hides.
I will get you onto it.
You have reported my death?
No one will track me
down for my escapades?
It's part of my plan. Everyone
believes you are dead.
Zorro will never be able to
prove he did not commit the crime.
Now, I return to
my first question.
How can you be sure
Zorro will not interfere?
Until now, I have not
told a soul the details.
There is no possible way
Zorro can learn about it
and spoil my plans this time!
"Burn our desires and our hearts
with the fire of the Holy Spirit,
"that we may serve Thee with
a chaste body and clean heart."
(SLASHING)
Zorro! Don't take the crown!
Padre Felipe! Socorro! Auxilio!
Help!
(GRUNTING)
MAN: Padre Felipe! Help!
Padre,
Zorro steal
Virgin crown.
Dominus vobiscum.
So this is the work of
Zorro, the people's friend.
(KNOCKING)
Come in, Benito.
I bring news, Senores.
A vaquero from rancho Torres
saw Zorro riding through the hills
not a half an hour ago.
But how could he
possibly be riding?
It's hard to tell.
He was headed for the Mission.
When Zorro rides, there is usually
a reason, but why the Mission?
I don't know, Father,
but I'm sure if he does something
remarkable we'll hear about it.
It was good of you
to tell us, Benito.
Thank you for the information.
Por nada, patron.
Buenas noches.
Could you not pretend to be
interested in the exploits of El Zorro?
He is a man of great courage, risking
his life on your behalf and on mine.
But I am interested. Didn't I just
say we will hear the news in due time?
Then I will listen.
Right now I wish I could
remember how this goes!
(HITS A BAD NOTE)
It seems to me that these guitar
strings break altogether too easily!
Well, I was getting
tired anyway!
It is very strenuous,
playing the guitar!
With your permission, Father.
Come, Bernardo.
There's little time.
Once again, someone rides as Zorro,
but who, and why towards the Mission?
I'm afraid Padre
Felipe's in for trouble.
Padre Felipe!
(KNOCKING)
Don't shoot. I'm your friend!
You kill my friend!
Muchachos, I have Zorro!
(BELL TOLLS)
(BELL CONTINUES TO TOLL)
Bernardo...
Apparently the man who
dressed as Zorro killed someone.
I'm afraid it might
be Padre Felipe.
How do you know?
Was he here all the
time I was at the Mission?
Is he still here?
Help me with my clothes.
Padre Felipe, it is
indeed good to see you.
It is so late, though. I
hope no one is gravely ill.
I'm afraid it is even
worse than that.
Padre Felipe can tell you
why Zorro rode tonight.
He broke into the church,
stole the Virgin's crown of jewels.
Then he struck down and killed
Inocente, who tried to stop him.
Can this be the work of
Zorro? The real Zorro?
This is what we
have been discussing.
It is said that even the devil feigns
a halo when he first comes to call.
Zorro pretended to be
a friend of the people.
Now we see him as he really is.
I find all of this very
difficult to believe.
It is difficult for me to
believe, even though I saw it.
But, one thing is certain,
Zorro will never dare
ride again after tonight.
He has destroyed the
legend of being a hero.
The entire countryside
is up in arms,
ready to shoot
him down at sight!
Padre Felipe says Zorro will
never dare show himself again,
and he's right, unless we can prove
that someone else committed the crimes.
Now, what do we really know about
the man who impersonated Zorro?
We know he stole the crown of
jewels from the figure of the Virgin.
We know he killed an Indian,
who surprised him in the act
and we also know
that he got away.
Now, what can we assume that
we don't already know for certain?
You think it was Monastario
dressed as Zorro?
No, I do not believe that Monastario
would take a chance like that.
Oh, no doubt he planned it all,
but I believe he would
get someone else to do it.
Someone like Martinez.
Yes, I know. Martinez is dead.
So who else could he
get? Well, answer me this.
Will the man who has the jewels keep
them or share them with Monastario?
It could be either way.
I wonder if someone would be
confused if a few extra gems showed up?
Who do you think
would be confused?
Do you not think that Monastario
might be even more confused?
And if I can confuse him enough,
maybe he'll lead me to
the man I'm looking for.
I got those in Mexico.
They're not the best imitations
but I don't think anyone
will know the difference.
Come, Bernardo.
Let us go to the tavern and speed
up the falling out among thieves!
(PEOPLE CHATTERING)
May I sit with you, Licenciado?
It is hard to find a good table.
It is my pleasure,
Senor de la Vega.
I have seen her before,
she is quite attractive.
She calls herself Pilar Fuentes.
I warn you, one man has
already lost his life over her.
I shall make sure to admire
her only from a distance!
(GUITARS STILL PLAYING)
(CHEERING)
(CASTANETS PLAYING)
(MUSIC STOPS)
Wait a minute!
Don't try to hold out
on me. I saw you!
Take your hands off me!
(BOTH SCREAM)
Here, here! Stop this! Basta!
Here, what is the trouble?
She is trying to keep
some coins. I saw her.
It's not a coin and
I found it. It's mine!
Here, now, open your hand!
Open it or I'll open it for you!
Santo Nino de Atocha!
It's a ruby! Look at it! It
must be worth a fortune!
Who would toss a
ruby to a dancer?
Someone who has
had a few drinks!
You know, it's probably one of
the stones stolen from the Mission.
What a foolish thing to do.
Unless, of course, he just
wanted to get rid of them.
May I order you another drink?
No, thanks. I should go now.
Look!
It's a diamond!
Ay, caray!
Oh, there is no doubt at all.
These must be some of the
gems stolen from the Mission!
Zorro, the man who took them,
could be somebody in this room!
If you'll excuse me, Senor. I just
remembered I forgot something.
First the ruby,
and then I looked down and I
saw the diamond on the tray!
I do not understand it.
I told you not
to trust Martinez!
He has not followed
my instructions.
This he will regret!
I am certain he was
not in the tavern.
Maybe the dancer
hid him in a back room.
He followed her from
Monterey, you know.
Watch the dancer closely.
See if she will lead
you to Martinez. If not...
Wait! I have a better idea!
Have her arrested on
some sort of charge.
You will be able
to make her talk.
Splendid idea.
I will ride out to the hideout.
I shall arrive there by dawn.
If he is not there,
I will wait for him.
Martinez will find that his funeral
was just a few hours too early!
You are looking for me? This
part of the plan you did not explain.
You come to murder me
and take the gems for yourself.
You know very
well why I am here!
I'm sure that man is Martinez.
No, Bernardo, he
is very much alive.
(CRIES OUT)
If I did not value my
own life so highly,
I would take time to
relieve you of yours!
I make you a gift of it!
(SPITS)
I can't allow him to escape, even
though the Comandante's a witness.
Wait here.
What are you doing here?
Apparently, I'm seeing a ghost.
Do not stop him. He will
kill you with a single thrust!
I believe he robbed the Mission
and dressed as Zorro. I know my duty.
Out of my way or
I'll cut you down!
No. I'm going to
see this through.
If you want to surrender,
give me your weapon.
You should have had the
Comandante give you lessons.
It is now too late.
But I did learn something
from the Comandante.
My hat!
You are about to lose your life.
You're the luckiest
swordsman alive.
I never saw a man so
awkward who lived so long!
Awkward?
You see, Senor,
luck is not enough!
Why did you have to kill him?
He was a dangerous criminal.
Perhaps it would have been embarrassing
to have him captured and questioned?
It's the crown of jewels.
Something wrong?
Oh no, nothing is wrong.
I shall return this
to Padre Felipe.
Of course, you will explain that
it was not Zorro who did this?
Naturally.
The people will owe a debt of
gratitude to their Comandante!
Just one moment.
Would you permit
me one question?
How was it possible for Martinez
to have robbed the Mission
when you already
officially buried him?
Sergeant Garcia
made out that report.
I will see that he is
properly disciplined.
Uh... And now permit
me one question.
How is it possible that the most
inept swordsman in California
was able to defeat
Martinez, one of the best?
Well, perhaps Martinez
was right when he said
I am the luckiest
swordsman alive!
NARRATOR: Next week,
Monastario gambles all
in one desperate
effort to capture Zorro.
Father, it's Diego.
Diego de la Vega is the
infamous outlaw Zorro.
Now admit you are Zorro or your
throat will never utter another sound.
NARRATOR: Thrill to
the astounding climax
as Zorro brings an end
to the evils of Monastario
next week, when the Walt
Disney Studio presents Zorro!