The 8 Dirtiest Jokes on ‘Pee-wee’s Playhouse’
Paul Reubens believed that children liked Pee-wee’s Playhouse because it was fast-paced, colorful and “never talked down to them,” he told Time. Maybe that’s why he believed the kiddos could handle a little sexual innuendo from time to time. While never too far over-the-top, the Playhouse was home to plenty of winking humor. Here are 8 times in particular when Pee-wee and the gang got unapologetically naughty.
Ride ‘Em, Cowboy
When Miss Yvonne eyes a mechanical horse in the Playhouse — “Do you think he’ll let me ride him?” — Pee-wee boosts her on top for a go. As the vibrating stallion picks up steam, Miss Yvonne’s amused shouts of “Whoa!” become excited gasps of pleasure. When she’s finished, out of breath and with a serious case of bedhead, the lovedrunk lady pats the horse on the head. “Thank you, big fella!” she exclaims.
These Boots Are Made for Walking
Pee-wee gives up his wish so Cowboy Curtis can get a new pair of boots. Jambi is happy to oblige, but first, he needs to know Cowboy Curtis’ boot size. “Size 12, double E,” reveals the cowpoke. The genie smirks, impressed.
“Boy, big feet!” says Pee-wee.
“Well, you know what they say,” replies Cowboy Curtis. “Big feet, big… boots.”
I Don’t Remember
“By the way, Cowboy Curtis,” wonders Pee-wee, “whatever did happen on that date with Miss Yvonne?”
Not prepared to answer, Cowboy Curtin manages an “ahem” and a deer-in-the-headlights stare. “I guess I don't remember,” he manages, setting off screams because “remember” was the day’s Secret Word.
But does anyone truly forget a night with Miss Yvonne? After playing coy, Cowboy Curtis stops at the playhouse door to look straight into the camera and give the kids at home a big wink.
I’m Donating My Dickey
The gang is collecting items for a clothing drive, and Globey pitches in. “I’m donating my dickey!”
Ricardo can’t believe his ears. “What?”
Pee-wee explains: “It’s a fake turtleneck.”
Ricardo nods but he can’t stop giggling at Globey’s dickey.
Dr. Pee-wee Is a Sex Pest
Pee-wee is giving Reba the Mail Lady a check-up, poking a thermometer in her mouth to check her temperature. In between small talk, Dr. Pee-wee remembers that he’s forgotten his “mirrored doctor’s headband.”
Whoops — Dr. Pee-wee drops it, allowing him to use the mirror to peek up Reba’s skirt and examine her post-office panties.
Where There’s Smoke
Fireman Frank visits the Playhouse to discuss the importance of fire safety, including smoke alarms that alert people when things get too hot.
Miss Yvonne gets it. “I have a smoke detector in my bedroom,” she tells Fireman Frank in a throaty whisper. “Over my bed.”
The Invisible Man
Pee-wee has turned invisible, much to the frustration of Miss Yvonne. “I can’t talk to someone I can’t see!” she exclaims.
Turns out Pee-wee is right behind her, lifting her dress to get a better look at what’s underneath. “I see London, I see France!” he cackles. Judging by Globey’s leering “heh heh heh,” it sounds like he got a peek as well.
A View to a Thrill
Miss Yvonne is back at the Playhouse, much to the delight of Chairy. “Would you like to sit on me, Miss Yvonne?”
“Oh!” she replies. “I can’t think of anyone I’d rather sit on.”
Pterri the Pterodactyl is perched atop Chairy and he welcomes Miss Yvonne as well. “My, what a beautiful dress you’re wearing,” he says, staring straight down her cleavage.
“You like it?” she purrs.
“Looks good from up here,” he growls.
“Why Pterri, I believe there's a vulture in your family tree.”