[s1e3] Ribby & Croaks May 2026

Should they have gotten their ice cream, or did they get exactly what they deserved?

If the first two episodes of The Cuphead Show! were about establishing the world, Episode 3 is where the series truly finds its rhythm. introduces us to the show’s first major boss adaptation from the game, and it’s every bit as chaotic, slimy, and hilarious as fans hoped.

Ribby & Croaks is a fast-paced, funny, and visually vibrant episode that proves the show can successfully adapt the game's iconic bosses without losing the "sitcom" feel of the series. [S1E3] Ribby & Croaks

It also highlights the heart of the show: Even when things go south, Mugman is the one trying to do the right thing, while Cuphead is already looking for the next scoop of chocolate-vanilla swirl. Favorite Moment

The episode kicks off with a classic sibling squabble: Cuphead and Mugman have managed to break their radio, and their attempts to fix it (or rather, Cuphead’s attempt to "simplify" things) lead to a total blowout. Should they have gotten their ice cream, or

The "apology" scene between Ribby and Croaks is a masterclass in comedic timing. Watching two massive, intimidating frogs turn into sobbing messes over a childhood incident—only to immediately go back to trying to pummel the cup brothers—is easily the highlight of the episode.

Brawling at the Birchwood: A Breakdown of Cuphead S1E3 "Ribby & Croaks" introduces us to the show’s first major boss

For fans of the original Cuphead game, seeing the ferry in motion is a treat. The episode does a fantastic job of translating the brothers' dynamic: