'Time Bandits' Episode 3: Kevin's struggle to rescue his parents comes at one major risk

Apple TV+'s 'Time Bandits' follows the unique adventures of a group of bandits and a young boy who travel through multiple timelines
Kevin's world is turned upside down as he struggles to help his parents in 'Time Bandits' (@appletv+)
Kevin's world is turned upside down as he struggles to help his parents in 'Time Bandits' (@appletv+)

Contains spoilers for 'Time Bandits'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Kevin (Kal-El Tuck)'s humdrum life is transformed for the better when he encounters a group of time-traveling robbers in Apple TV+'s 'Time Bandits’.

Kevin was perplexed at first, but eventually joins the bandits in their time-traveling adventures, unaware of the danger lurking behind them.

It is revealed that the bandits were able to travel through time thanks to a unique map, which is now being sought by an evil entity known as Pure Evil (Jemaine Clement ) and the creator of the Universe Supreme Being (Taika Waititi).

As Kevin enjoys his newfound adventures, including witnessing the Trojan horse escape, the young boy is shocked to discover that Pure Evil's lackey Fianna (Rachel House) has turned his parents into pieces of coal, leaving the man heartbroken.

What does bandits suggests to Kevin in 'Time Bandits' Episode 3?

'Time Bandits' sees a young history buff travel through different times in history (@appletv+)
'Time Bandits' sees a young history buff travel through different times in history (@appletv+)

Following their escape from Fianna's wrath, the crew arrives at the Jurassic Age, where Kevin requests that his parents be transformed into human form.

Kevin clearly wants his parents to return to normalcy, despite the fact that his classmates mocked him for his nerdiness.

To his plight, Penelope suggests that they use their map to travel back in time to when Fianna was about to attack his parents.

The idea appears plausible, and Kevin is hopeful, but before they can implicate it, the bandits decide to explore the era they are in and are unfortunately attacked by a giant pterosaur.

To save themselves, they travel to a different era, completely forgetting about their plan to bring Kevin's parents back.

Will Kevin be able to bring his parents back in 'Time Bandits'?

A still from 'Time Bandits' (@appletv+)
A still from 'Time Bandits' (@appletv+)

Kevin's endeavor to restore his parents in the film 'Time Bandits' will undoubtedly encounter various hindrances, with the primary obstacle being his companions, the bandits, who are prone to getting easily distracted.

His greatest challenge will be to ensure their focus and constantly remind them of the objective of bringing back his parents.

Furthermore, another concern arises from the intricate time loops that may occur when attempting to manipulate past events.

Every intervention has the potential to yield unforeseen consequences, thereby impeding the achievement of its intended goal without additional complications.

Alternatively, it is conceivable that Kevin will reunite with his sister Saffron, and the pair of siblings will diligently collaborate to restore their parents. 

How to stream 'Time Bandits'?

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Taika Waititi as Supreme Being in a still from 'Time Bandits' (@appletv+)

You can watch TV series and films on Apple TV+ without any commercials, which allows you to concentrate on the story without being distracted.

Apple TV+ offers low-cost monthly subscriptions, making high-quality television more accessible to a wider audience.

Apple TV+ costs $9.99 per month and gives you access to all of the platform's original shows and films.

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