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ACT 3
INT. ORPHANAGE LIVING ROOM- NIGHT.
Otto is exhausted from the day’s labor. He stands in front of Sister Thornly.
OTTO
(weary)
I did everything like you said.
Thornly raises an eyebrow in disbelief.
SISTER THORNLY
I’d inspect the floors but I don’t feel like bothering with it. Just go to bed.
Otto relaxes, starts walking toward the stairs.
SISTER THORNLY (CONT)
And Osworth…
Otto stops, looks at Thornly with attention.
THORNLY (CONT)
Don’t think you can pull a fast one again. I’ve got my eyes and ears on you. If I even hear ONE sound come from your room you’ll be punished for it.
OTTO
(gulps) Yes, mam.
EXT. WHITE HOUSE- NIGHT.
Larry stands under a street light waiting. He turns and sees a car coming up the road, pulling to a screeching halt. Tuddrussel and Bush get out of the car.
LARRY
Thank heavens you’re here!
Tuddrussel walks up to Larry, the robot hugs him out of desperation. Buck while visibly uncomfortable accepts the hug and holds onto Larry.
TUDDRUSSEL
I’m sorry, Larry. But don’t you worry anymore, we’ll find him.
Larry lets go of Tuddrussel and pulls out the camera and photo.
LARRY
I found this, I think Otto dropped the camera and it accidently went off. But luckily it captured a clue.
Tuddrussel takes the photo and scratches his head.
TUDDRUSSEL
What am I supposed to be looking at here?
Larry growls, snatches the photo back.
LARRY
It means I think I have an idea who kidnapped Otto!
Bush walks in between them, outraged.
BUSH
Wait a minute, you’re saying that this boy of yours was kidnapped? Well we have got to do something about it!
LARRY
Well there’s no time to lose, I’ve seen this figure before, I believe that Otto had a run in with Sister Thornly.
Tuddrussel pops his knuckles.
TUDDRUSSEL
I once told you and Sheila after taking on Mother Theresa that it wouldn’t be the last time I would punch out a nun.
CUT TO:
INT. THE ORPHANAGE-OTTO’S BEDROOM-NIGHT
Otto walks into his old bedroom and climbs onto the bed and lays down and covers his face with the pillow, a soft SIGH is heard. A flash of light is seen through his window, he doesn’t notice.
EXT. ORPHANAGE- SAME
Tuddrussel, Larry, and Bush have transported to the front lawn of the orphanage.
LARRY
How are we going to get him out of there?
TUDDRUSSEL
Break down the front door, of course!
BUSH
Now guys, I can get a SWAT team into this in a matter of seconds if you’d let me.
Larry scoffs at both of them.
LARRY
What kind of game do you think this is? This calls for diplomatic measures. Maybe if we just go in and explain…
Tuddrussel interrupts
TUDDRUSSEL
Explain what? That we stole Otto first? And no take backsies?
LARRY
No!
Bush shoots a confused look.
BUSH
You stole Otto first? I thought he was adopted?
Tuddrussel and Larry eye each other.
TUDDRUSSEL
It was a mutual agreement to liberate him.
CUT TO:
INT.OTTO’S BEDROOM-CONTINUOUS
Otto starts hearing the muffled yelling coming from outside. He lifts his head, and looks up to the window. Audible voices of Tuddrussel and Larry is made clearer and Otto GASPS in shock.
OTTO
They came back! I can’t believe it!
Otto jumps off the bed and scoots some boxes over to the window. He haphazardly climbs up to the top, holds on to the railing of the window and jerks the window open.
From Otto’s POV, we see Larry, Tuddrussel and Bush yelling at each other.
OTTO
Larry! Tuddrussel!
EXT. ORPHANAGE
The guys are too busy arguing to hear Otto’s call.
LARRY
Will you be quiet, you buffoon! Do you want to wake up the whole neighborhood?
Tuddrussel shakes his fist.
TUDDRUSSEL
Got-dangit, Lar, let’s just pick him out of this rat trap and get out of here!
OTTO (O.S.)
Guys! I’m in here! Help me!
Bush looks over and is shocked to see Otto’s hands grasping for them from the basement window.
BUSH
Hey, check it out, I think Otto’s right over there!
Larry and Tuddrussel look over and see where Bush is pointing to. Otto gasps for joy at the sight and waves ecstatically.
OTTO
Oh! Oh! Tuddrussel, Larry, over here! Please Come quick!
Tuddrussel freaks, running over to the window first. He grabs Otto’s hand.
TUDDRUSSEL
How in tarnation did you get yourself back here?
Larry and Bush come forward and kneel down at the window.
LARRY
Oh Otto! Thank heavens we’ve found you!
BUSH
You alright, kid?
Otto looks at the men with desperation.
OTTO
(trembling)
I’m okay, but please get me out of here.
LARRY
Don’t you fear any longer, we’re here now and well have you out immediately.
CUT TO:
INT. ORPHANAGE HALLWAY-SAME
Sister Thornly has heard the commotion downstairs.
SISTER THORNLY
They just never learn…
Thornly curses under her breath and heads toward the yelling.
CUT TO:
INT. OTTO’S BEDROOM
Otto doesn’t notice the footsteps stomping above him.
OTTO
But how did you guys find me?
Larry pulls out the camera.
LARRY
Funny you should ask, luckily you dropped this and it took a picture of Sister Thornly.
Camera shifts POV to Thornly who opens the door to see Otto sitting on top of the boxes talking. It’s not clear to her to who he’s talking with.
OTTO
I’m so glad to see you guys…
Thornly grabs Otto, covering his mouth as he screams she steals him away from the scene in a second.
TUDDRUSSEL
Otto?!
They look in to see Otto holding onto the door frame in desperation, holding out a hand to reach for Larry and Tudd.
OTTO
Tuddrussel! Don’t let her take me!
Thornly jerks Otto roughly to make him CRY OUT and let go of the frame, Tuddrussel becomes furious at the sight, taking out his phaser.
TUDDRUSSEL
If she even touches a hair on him I’ll blast her. Hold on, kid!
Tuddrussel shoots the window, making a big gaping hole into the wall. Tuddrussel jumps down into the room, looks around for them. But Otto and Thornly are nowhere to be seen. Larry tries to climb down to the floor and falls.
TUDDRUSSEL
Great, she’s run off with him. Come on, Larry. Stop foolin’ around.
Tuddrussel runs after Otto and leaves Larry. The robot wobbles around, short-circuiting for a brief second. Bush gets down with no problem.
BUSH
Say, partner, are you okay?
LARRY
(drunk)
I’m okay to go to the ball Senator Fiskmeyer, just let me find my purse…
CUT TO:
INT.ORPHANAGE HALLWAY-NIGHT
Thornly is storming down the hall with Otto in tow.
THORNLY
How dare you try to escape when I told you what would happen, (fuming) Ooh- when I get a chance I’m going to make you so wish that you were never born, Osworth! Who were those people?
Otto hurries to catch up with her as she drags him by the arm. He defiantly looks at her.
OTTO
(firmly) My family. (beat) And for some reason, President Bush.
Thornly rolls her eyes.
THORNLY
Now if you’re lying, you’re dying.
INT. OFFICE
They enter the drab office. Thornly pushes Otto into an open closet.
THORNLY
Once I’ve gotten rid of them I’ll deal with you.
Otto stomps his foot in protest.
OTTO
You can’t do this to me!
Thornly slams the door and quickly locks it. Otto is alone in the dark, horrified he rattles the door knob and hits the door.
OTTO
Lemme out! You’re gonna be in so much trouble!
Thornly looks satisfied with herself. She goes to her desk and opens a drawer, pulls out a gun.
THORNLY
Can it, Osworth.
INT. CLOSET
Otto looks through the key hole and sees the gun in her hand, he GASPS, worried for what’s about to happen he grows determined to let himself free.
OTTO
(to himself)
I gotta get out of here.
Otto struggles to break the door. Sticking both feet up on the door, he suspends above the floor as he pulls on the handle desperately.
DISSOLVE TO:
INT.ORPHANAGE LIVING ROOM- NIGHT
TUDDRUSSEL enters- scratching his head in thought.
LARRY and BUSH enter behind him.
LARRY
Well? You find them yet?
Tuddrussel shakes his head, waving his hand over it and DIVE BOMB WHISTLES.
TUDDRUSSEL
Nope. I’m ready to just tear gas this whole place to just chase everyone out.
Bush puts his hands on hips, visibly irritated at the state of this whole mess.
BUSH
Well I don’t know about you fellers, but I’m calling the authorities on this one.
Larry scoffs.
LARRY
Oh please, that will only make things worse for us.
THORNLY enters- holds her ground with the gun.
THORNLY
I’d listen to him if I were you.
Larry, Tuddrussel, and Bush jump, surprised to see her. Tuddrussel pulls out his phaser and gets in front to shield both Larry and Bush who cower in fear.
TUDDRUSSEL
So you finally decided to come out
Tuddrussel looks around.
TUDDRUSSEL
Where’s Otto?
THORNLY
I hardly think it’s any of your business. Now get out, before I decide to fill you full of lead.
TUDDRUSSEL
You don’t scare me, lady. Now hand over the kid before I make it my official police duty to kick your butt clear to Mexico.
Thornly smirks, unmoved by the threat she moves closer to Tuddrussel.
THORNLY
Otto mentioned something about you being a police officer, I’m not sure who’s a bigger liar, him or you?
Tuddrussel gives her a dirty look.
TUDDRUSSEL
You callin’ him a liar?
THORNLY
So what if I am? You don’t fool me with that get-up you’ve got on. Do you patrol the circus?
TUDDRUSSEL
All right, that’s enough out of you. If you don’t give me Otto in five seconds I’m gonna-
Thornly interrupts
THORNLY
What do you want with him anyway?
Thornly cocks her gun.
THORNLY
You don’t even know how to raise a child, do you?
Tuddrussel squirms at the question.
TUDDRUSSEL
No. (flustered) But so what? It’s not like you deserve a metal or anything for your efforts. And I, well, WE need him, he's apart of our team and he's not staying with you ever again.
CUT TO:
INT. CLOSET-SAME
Otto rummages around in a box holding on to a flashlight looking for something useful.
PICKS UP
A baseball- promptly tosses it over.
PICKS UP
A locket- puts it gently down.
PICKS UP
A paddle- Otto cringes, drops it.
PICKS UP
A nail file- Otto lights up in excitement.
Otto takes the nail file and shoves it into the key hole. He moves it around, a CLICK is heard and Otto successfully opens the door and escapes.
INT.LIVING ROOM-CONTINUOUS
Otto ENTERS quietly, he sees the standoff between Tuddrussel and Thornly and is shocked. Thornly notices that Otto is present and HUFFS angrily.
THORNLY
How did you get out?
Tuddrussel looks over and sees Otto.
TUDDRUSSEL
Come on, Otto, were leaving.
Otto timidly walks over to Tuddrussel. Thornly points the gun at Otto.
THORNLY
You’re not going anywhere.
Larry comes forward and gets in front of Otto.
LARRY
Don’t you point that gun at him!
Thornly shoots, Otto jumps into Larry’s arms, they both SCREAM. Tuddrussel looks, seeing the smoke coming from the floor where Otto had been standing.
LARRY
You crazy old buzzard!
Bush flips open his phone and dials the police, walking away from the scene.
BUSH
She's in big trouble now...
Tuddrussel becomes enraged, glaring at her.
TUDDRUSSEL
(seething)
That does it.
Tuddrussel aims his phaser and shoots at the gun, knocking it out of her hand. Thornly GASPS, and backs away slowly.
THORNLY
Stay back!
TUDDRUSSEL
Someone needs to beat some sense into you, see how you like it.
Otto holds onto Larry, both terrified at what’s about to happen.
OTTO
Oh my gosh!
LARRY
Oh! should we help him?
Otto hops off of Larry and straightens himself out.
OTTO
I think Tuddrussel’s got this.
Tuddrussel gives chase to Thornly, who heads out the door, Tuddrussel jumps and proceeds to pin her to the ground.
FOCUS ON LARRY AND OTTO at the door we watch their faces wince at the pain and light up in victory as we hear the SCREAMS and PUNCHES off screen.
TUDDRUSSEL (O.S.)
Where do think you’re going?
SFX: ELECTICITY
We see flashing lights and it’s clear that Tuddrussel electrocuted Thornly with the taser. Larry and Otto look at each other disturbed. Tuddrussel comes back to the front and looks victorious. Otto rushes to hug him.
OTTO
Tuddrussel, thanks for coming to rescue me.
Tuddrussel smiles, pats Otto on the head.
TUDDRUSSEL
Yeah, well, I wasn’t going to stand by and let her keep ya now.
Otto looks up.
OTTO
And I’m sorry that I got mad at you, I’ll be good from now on and I’ll let you win at video games and I’ll let you steal my dessert for the rest of my life, promise.
Tuddrussel gushes.
TUDDRUSSEL
Aww, kid- I’m sorry too.
SFX: POLICE SIRENS
The Time Squad panics, not wanting to be seen by the police they quickly get inside.
IN LIVING ROOM
LARRY
Ugh- let’s get out of here before the cops come in here and ask us questions
Tuddrussel looks around for George.
TUDDRUSSEL
Aww great, where did George go?
OTTO
(calling out)
Mr. President, sir? We’ve got to go now!
BUSH enters- carrying a file with papers inside.
BUSH
Good, the police arrived, now we can just-
Larry interrupts
LARRY
No time! Let’s go and get you back to the White House!
Tuddrussel grabs Bush and pulls him into the group. Larry types in the coordinates to leave and they quickly disappear as Sister Thornly opens the door with the police behind her. All that’s seen is the black smoke on the floor.
WIPE TO:
INT. WHITE HOUSE-OVAL OFFICE-NIGHT
TIME SQUAD enters- Bush whirls around dizzy from the ride.
BUSH
Now, like I was trying to say back there, I’ve got a few things I want to discuss.
Tuddrussel frowns
TUDDRUSSEL
About what?
Bush pats Tuddrussel’s arm.
BUSH
Aww, nothin’ serious, partner. I’ve got some good news for ya’ll!
Bush smiles down at Otto and hands him the file.
BUSH (CONT)
Say, Otto, how’s about you look over this?
Otto opens it and proceeds to read. Otto’s pupils expand with shock.
OTTO
(Overwhelmed)
But-but wait a second, how is this possible?
Larry pulls the file from Otto and looks at it.
LARRY
What’s going on?
Otto looks confused.
OTTO
I’m. . .officially adopted?
Larry flips through the papers, skimming through them quickly. Tuddrussel tries to read over Larry’s shoulder.
TUDDRUSSEL
Adopted? Like as in...Otto’s now ours?
Bush looks satisfied.
BUSH
After I called an anonymous tip to the police I made a few arrangements to make sure that Otto is legally yours according to United States law in the 21st century, bending a few rules of course. I also had his records faxed in, it’s all in there.
Larry and Tuddrussel are both stunned.
LARRY
(grateful)
Why, George, that’s so nice of you. Thank you.
BUSH
Not a problem, Larry. I’m just glad that I could help.
Otto shows that he’s about to cry.
BUSH
Hey, kid, aren’t you excited?
Otto smiles, he wipes a tear away.
OTTO
I’m sorry. It’s just that, I can’t believe it! This is the best thing I could ever hope for.
He runs up to Bush and hugs his legs.
OTTO
Thank you, Mr. President!
Tuddrussel walks up to Bush and Otto.
TUDDRUSSEL
George, you crazy son of a gun, I don’t know how we could ever repay you.
George waves it off.
BUSH
Don’t sweat it, Buck. Just do me a favor and don’t tell anyone this,
George leans in on Tuddrussel and Otto, proceeding to tell them a secret.
BUSH
I don’t want none of this turning into one of those “government conspiracies” like the Apollo moon landing or Abraham Lincoln’s hypnotic third eye.
Otto shoots a bemused look to the audience. Tuddrussel LAUGHS.
TUDDRUSSEL
You got yourself a deal.
Larry looks at the time on his computer.
LARRY
I’m sorry to be the one to break up this joyous occasion, but it’s getting awfully late.
Tuddrussel pouts.
TUDDRUSSEL
Aww- but I wanna stay with George.
Larry raises an eyebrow.
LARRY
No.
Otto grabs ahold of Tuddrussel’s hand and tries to pull him over to Larry.
OTTO
Come on, Tuddrussel! We can’t stay here forever.
Tuddrussel SIGHS.
TUDDRUSSEL
Yeah, yeah, I know. But we were having so much fun.
George frowns, waves goodbye.
BUSH
I’m gonna miss you, Buck. Take care now.
Tuddrussel waves back as Larry begins to set for home.
TUDDRUSSEL
So long, pal. Thanks for everything. And tell Cheney, “No hard feelings.”
TIME SQUAD-exits.
FADE OUT
THE END