(Gloria) Places!
-(Gloria) Melman, here's your sour candy whales! -(Melman) Thanks!
You think they'll ever make Sour Candy Giraffes?
I'd love to be a Sour Candy Giraffe.
(Gloria) Melman, you can be whoever you want to be.
(Melman) Really?
(Alex) Shh, it's starting!
(narrator) He's got a horn made of steel and a heart made of gold.
And he's the only thing standing
between New York City
and the Giant Space caterpillars
in "Harley Horns vs. the Giant Space Caterpillars."
(Alex) Did you know Harley Horns does all his own stunts?
(Harley) Ah!
(Gloria) Woo-oh. It's about to get real.
(meow)
(Melman) Yeah... Real adorable!
(grunt)
(growling)
(meow)
(grunt)
(Alex) See that single tear?
It even glistened on cue! Now that's acting!
(growl)
(Harley) Ah!
(grunt)
(growl)
(all) Yeah!
(Alex) Someday I'll be a movie star
as smooth as Harley Horns.
(gasp)
Yeah, I totally meant to do that!
* It's a wild, wild world And it's calling our name *
* It's a jungle out there So let's get on our way *
* To have fun Through the tunnel *
* See the big, big city *
* Everybody get ready *
* Get ready! *
* Time to go a little wild *
* We can go a million miles *
* Can I get a "Hey, oh!" *
* Can I get a "Let's go!" *
* On a journey, all smiles *
* Time to go a little wild! **
(Alex) Okay, Melman. You're the giant space caterpillar
and I'm here to stop you from turning these cute little bunnies
into mutant space bunnies.
(Melman) Got it! Except, what happens
when I come out of my evil cocoon?
Will I be an evil butterfly?
(Alex) For now, you're just a giant evil space caterpillar.
(Melman) Phew. Butterflies are scary.
(Alex) And, action!
(Melman) Watch out!
It is I, the giant space caterpillar!
Zapping things!
(imitates shots)
-(Gloria) Oh, no! -(Marty) Who will save us?
(Alex) Fear not, bunnies! I'm here to save you.
(screaming)
(all) Ant'ney!
(groan)
-(Melman) Need some help? -(Ant'ney) Nah, I got this.
Yep.
(munching)
Now gather round for a tasty word from the bird!
Some hotshot movie director is on her way here.
She's looking for an animal to co-star
beside a big movie star, Marley Morns!
Or was it Farley Forns? No, I think--
-(Alex) Harley Horns? -(Ant'ney) That's the one!
(Melman) What a coincidence! He's got the same exact name as Alex's hero!
(Alex) Because he is my hero! Are you sure about this?
-(Ant'ney) Have I ever been wrong? -(all) Well...
-(Ant'ney) Don't answer. -(Marty) You've been dreaming about this
ever since I've known you.
(Alex) I've been dreaming about this ever since I've known me!
-(Ant'ney) There's the director! -(director) I'm loving William Flamingo.
Total star material.
And the sea lions are so talented,
not to mention adorable!
(Alex) I will not be bested by Bill the Flamingo
or the sea lions.
Hotshot director, here I come!
(director) All your animals are so expressive!
* Look, look, looky Look over here **
-(Marty) There she goes! -(Pickles) Want her attention? Watch this.
(director) I need an animal who can emote--
-Oh! -(Kate) Ah!
(Alex) That's not exactly what I had in mind, but it'll do!
(director) Hmmm... what's happening over here?
Now there's an interesting animal.
Does his own stunts? Check.
(Alex) Ouch!
(laugh)
(director) Comedy? Check.
(crying)
Touch of drama, check!
(roar)
Catchy catchphrase, check!
-(Kate) Mhm, that's Alex. -(director) We'll be in touch.
(Alex) I'll take that as a maybe!
(laughing)
(Marty) Alex, still waiting for that director to call?
(Alex) Nah. Just hanging out. Kicking back--
(phone rings)
This is it! The big casting call!
(Kate) Yes, that's right.
Five dumplings, not steamed. Thanks, Dan.
(phone rings)
(Alex) Please be the director, please!
(man) Hi, I want to talk to you about car insurance...
(Kate) Sorry, you have the wrong number!
(Alex) Guess I can kiss my dreams goodbye.
(phone rings)
-(Melman) Aren't you gonna jump up again? -(Alex) Why bother?
-It's probably just-- -(Kate) Huh?
You want Alex to be Harley Horns' co-star?
-(Alex) Woah! -(Kate) Filming starts tomorrow?
In Queens?
(laugh)
We'll see you on set.
(Alex) Did you hear that? I'm going to Hollywood, baby!
Woohoo! Yes!
(Melman) Someone should tell Alex that Queens is in New York.
(Kate) A few more knots
and you'll be ready for the big time.
All clear! I'll be right back.
(Alex) Well, this is it. Wish me luck.
(Marty) Nah, you don't need luck.
But you might need this.
Get in here!
(Alex) Oh...
(Gloria) Don't forget us when you hit the big time!
(Melman) I can't believe I know a movie star!
I hope it doesn't go to my head.
(humming)
(Kate) Okay, Alex, time to go!
Bye, Carlos!
Keep an eye on the rest of the gang, would you?
(Gloria) You thinking what I'm thinking?
(Marty) No way am I gonna miss my main mammal's big break!
(Melman) I'll grab my pawtograph book!
(screeching)
*
(Gloria) We're off to visit Alex on a big fancy movie set.
(Pickles) We'll see about that. What you got for us?
(Marty) How about some shades, so you can look like a movie star too?
(Melman) Like my friend Alex. He's a movie star.
(Pickles) We don't wanna look like movie stars.
But we sure love looking at them!
Especially Harley Horns.
Get us his pawtograph and it's a deal.
Oh, and try not to crinkle it.
(screeching)
-(Marty) Yeah! -(Gloria) Woo!
* Let's go find A little adventure *
* Let's make it A day to remember *
* Let's find something new We can explore *
* Oh, explore *
* Let's go find A little adventure *
* Let's make it A day to remember *
* Let's charge Through every open door *
* Adventure's calling **
(alarm bell)
(Kate) All right, Alex. You ready for this?
-You're going to do great! -(director) Welcome to set, Kate!
My assistant will help get Alex settled while I show you around the studio.
(Kate) Aww, good luck, Alex! Or should I say, break a paw!
(assistant) Cross your fingers that it goes well with Harley.
(director) Let's hope this one lasts.
(director) You'll be able to see Alex's big scene on the monitors.
When his moment comes, I invite you to applaud...
silently.
(assistant) Here, kitty. This way!
-(Kate) He really likes you. -(assistant) There you go.
Until it's time for your big scene,
this place has everything an animal actor could dream of.
(Kate) See you soon!
(munching)
(Alex) Harley Horns!
Woah!
(knock)
Excuse me?
Harley, I mean, Mr. Horns! I'm...
(Harley) Here with more sour candy whales, I hope.
(Alex) No, actually it's um, me, Alex.
I'm your new co-star?
(Harley) Mh? Oh, of course, my new sidekick!
Why didn't you say so?
(Alex) I just did.
(Harley) Oh! Oh, you're funny!
They didn't tell me you were so funny.
(Alex) You think I'm funny?
That means a lot coming from you.
I mean, you're so talented and hilarious and--
(Harley) Oh, oh, stop!
Unless you want to keep going? Keep going.
-(Alex) I loved you ever since your first cereal commercial. -(Harley) For Moo-moo puffs?
They'll send you over the moon!
(gasp)
You know what, kitten? I think you and I are gonna get along.
My other co-stars didn't have what it takes to make it
in show business, but you, you're different.
(Alex) Gee, thanks! Whoa!
Is that the cocoon
from "Harley Horns vs. the Giant Space Caterpillars"?
(Harley) Indeed it is.
Sometimes I like to sit inside it,
meditate and remind myself how far I've come.
Would you like to touch it?
(gasp)
Okay, that's enough touching for now.
(Alex) I don't think it could possibly get any cooler than this.
(Harley) Oh, we're just gettin' started.
(Marty) So, this is show biz.
I like it, very well organized!
(actor) Hello. I'm here for my costume!
(Gloria) That's the guy who plays Mega-Maniac!
(actor) Hey, is anyone around? Oh, a new guy.
Well, hurry, my scene is about to shoot!
This costume is obnoxiously loud and totally clashing...
just like my character!
Bravo!
-(Melman) What? That actually worked? -(Marty) C'mon, let's find Alex!
(Alex) I didn't know fur could be so soft!
(Harley) Oh, just one of the many perks
you can expect now that you're my sidekick.
(Alex) I knew it! I was totally made for the big time.
* Oh, when you're Ten feet tall *
* The world seems small *
* And everything's In your reach *
* Oh, yeah, you're always up *
* You're never down *
* You always land On your feet *
* And you're just grinning Cuz you're winning *
* You keep coming out on top *
* Everything Is looking up, up, up *
* And seems Like it won't stop *
* Oh, oh *
* I'm ready for the big time *
* Oh, oh, oh *
* I'm ready for the big time *
* Yeah *
* I'm ready for whatever Comes my way *
* All day I'll say ok *
* I'll make it great *
* I'm big time *
* Yeah *
* You're grinning Cuz you're winning *
* You keep coming out on top *
* Yeah, everything Is looking up, up, up *
* And seems Like it won't stop *
* I'm ready For the big time! **
(cheering)
(assistant) Okay, let's give Harley a break. Right this way, everyone.
(Alex) Harley! You have one more fan waiting.
(Harley) Ugh, my hoof is cramped from signing but fine,
I'll do one more.
(humming)
-(kid) Aw, not the cow. -(Harley) Huh?
(kid) I want a pawtograph from Alex the Lion!
I love his show at the habitat.
(Harley) Mmm...
(Alex) Oh!
(Alex) Woah, someone wanted my pawtograph!
(Harley) Oh, how adorable! One little pawtograph.
But you got a lot of work to do if you wanna be a big star...
(Alex) Hmm, work hard, be a big star, got it!
Any other hot tips?
(Harley) Start with the basics, find your sparkle!
(Alex) Oh. Okay. How's this?
Pa!
(Harley) Actually, I was thinking more like...
Look at that sparkle! You're getting the hang of it.
(Alex) So, what does this have to do with becoming a big star?
(Harley) Everything! I got that award
for "Harley Horns vs. the Juicy Jellyfish."
That was for animal performer of the year, that one...
(Alex) Okay, Alex, it'll all be worth it
when you get in front of the camera.
(gasp)
(Melman) There he is!
(all) Hey, Alex! Over here!
(director) I've been looking all over for you! I've got Alex's body double.
-(Marty) Hollywood is so weird. -(Melman) We're in New York.
(Gloria) We need to find the real Alex.
This set's a never-ending maze of cheese fountain!
(Melman) Wow!
(munching)
(assistant) Hey, food crew! The director wants her "usual", stat!
(Marty) The usual? What do you think that is?
(Gloria) If I know anything about showbiz, it's that "more is more".
Get her one of everything and dip it all in cheese!
(laughing)
(Marty) A walkie talkie??
(Melman) You said to dip it all in cheese...
(director) Actors needed on set!
(Harley) And that was my "rising star" award!
A rising star is someone who knows
how to make an entrance,
find their light, and surprise the audience!
-All very hard, you know. -(Alex) Big entrance,
find my light, surprise the audience, got it!
-(assistant) Alex, Harley! Time for set! -(Harley) Watch and learn.
(Alex) Woah! This is really happening! Woohoo!
(assistant) Wow! Save that sparkle for the camera,
the director's gonna want a closeup of that!
(Alex) Your advice is working, Harley, she thinks I have sparkle!
(Harley) Mh...
(actor) And then I got my big break
playing a dancing coffee bean, perhaps you recognize me.
I knew it! I knew you--
(director) Places, for the big scene between Harley and his sidekick, Alex!
-(Marty) Alex! -(Alex) You came!
-(Marty) We wouldn't miss it! -(Alex) Wish me luck!
Harley! Guess what?
My friends came just in time for my big scene!
(Harley) About that big scene, you're in the wrong spot.
Why don't you take a few steps back.
-(Alex) Here? -(Harley) A few more.
-(Alex) Here? -(Harley) No, no. Keep going. Yeah...
-(Alex) Here? -(Harley) Keep, keep going...
-(Alex) Here? -(Harley) There, now you're right where you belong!
(director) Who has that rewrite?
(Gloria) Why would he want Alex way back there?
(Alex) Oh, I get it! The further back I am,
the bigger the entrance I'll make,
straight into that spotlight. Harley's a genius!
(director) Alright, quiet down everyone!
In this scene Harley's just saved New York
from the space caterpillars.
He looks to camera and gives 'em his trademark knowing wink.
Okay, people, places!
And... action!
(Alex groans)
(roar)
Cut! Cut! What just happened?
(Harley) What are you doing?
(Alex) I remembered what you said about making an entrance. So, I made one!
(Harley) You upstaged me!
Here comes the director now, she looks furious.
(director) That move! It was...
amazing!
This lion has such raw charm, everyone, take five!
I want to restage the scene and put Alex in the spotlight!
(grunt)
(Alex) Haha...
(Melman) Bravo!
(Marty) Way to go! Everybody loved it.
(Alex) I'm not sure everybody loved it...
(sigh)
(Alex) Harley? Sorry if my entrance was too big.
I just wanted to follow your advice,
I hope you're not upset.
(Harley) Why would I be upset?
I just came back to my dressing room
to relax in my one-of-a-kind space cocoon.
(Alex) So cool.
Maybe someday I'll do a scene where I escape
from a giant space cocoon...
(Harley) Mm... Why wait for someday?
It's your dream to be the next Harley Horns, right?
-Why not try it now? -(Alex) In it? Really?
-(Harley) Yeah, go for it. -(Alex) Thanks!
(Harley) Enjoy it while you can. It's the closest you'll ever get to being a real movie star.
-(Alex) What? -(Harley) I gotta be honest.
You don't have the talent for it.
(Alex) But the director said my moves were great.
(Harley) Because you moved closer to me.
But if you think standing on my shoulders makes you a star, you're wrong.
-(Alex) But I thought I was your co-star... -(Harley) You mean sidekick.
Don't worry, they'll find me a new one.
They always do.
(sigh)
(Alex) It was a silly dream anyway.
(director) Where's that lion?
-If he takes much longer, we'll have to film without him. -(Kate) Huh?
(Gloria) Something's wrong. Alex wouldn't miss this.
Let's go find him.
(knock)
(Marty) Alex, you in there?
(sobbing)
(Melman) The space caterpillar got Alex!
(Marty) He's okay, Melman. It's not real.
(Gloria) What are you doing? They're about to shoot your big scene.
(Alex) Uh, yeah, I was just thinking.
(Marty) Come on, they're calling for you!
(director) We don't have time for this! Where's the stunt double?
(assistant) I found Alex!
Everybody's waiting for your big moment!
(director) Oh!
(Kate) Oh, Alex, always making a scene!
(gasp)
(grunt)
(Harley) Go ahead, Alex. Show your friends and everyone what we already know.
You're no big-time lion. You're just a small-time cat.
(gulp)
(sigh)
(Marty) What's wrong? He doesn't look so good.
(Melman) You look like your tummy just flop flipped.
Are you feeling sick?
(Alex) No. I mean...
(groaning)
(coughing)
(assistant) Uh.
Is this a run of the mill hair ball situation,
or is this little guy really sick?
(Kate) Uh...
(coughing)
Hmm. He doesn't have a fever.
But I should take him back to the habitat
just to be safe.
Sorry, buddy.
(laugh)
(Melman) Poor Alex. What awful luck,
to get sick the day his dream is coming true.
And I'll need your help giving it to him.
He is not a fan of cold medicine.
(Alex) Ah!
(Kate) Huh? Never mind.
It looks like he's feeling better.
Whatever bug he had, seems to have cleared up.
(Marty) That was some of the best acting I've seen you do!
(Gloria) But why did you pretend to be sick?
(Melman) And give up your shot at being in the movie?
(Alex) Harley was right when he said
that I don't have what it takes to be a movie star.
-(Melman & Marty) He said what? -(Gloria) Harley Horns is behind this?
(Melman) I don't care what that big bully says, my friend Alex is a star.
(Marty) You are Alex the Lion!
You belong on center stage.
(Alex) Thanks, but I can't go back there and face him.
(Gloria) Then we'll face him together.
* All I see in front of me Is a star shining brightly *
* Nothing anyone could say Would change that, no *
* And you're just gonna Keep shining *
* Like you're not even trying *
* No matter if someone Is throwing shade *
* Cause you're gonna shine *
* No matter what they say *
* You're gonna shine *
* In your own special way *
* It's okay if you feel Like your light is low *
* That's why we're here To let you know *
* That you shine, yeah *
* You're gonna shine **
(Marty) So, what do you say? Are you ready to head back to set
and be the star you were always meant to be?
(Alex) You bet I am. Let's roll that camera!
(mooing)
(director) And cut!
That's a wrap on filming.
The replacement lion was not ideal,
but you did great, Harley.
Let's all go celebrate by the cheese fountain!
(Alex) Guess I missed my chance, huh.
(Harley) Well, well.
Usually, my ex-sidekicks are too scared to come back,
after they realize they can't handle my star power.
(Marty) It's not called star power, Harley.
(Melman) Yeah, it's called being a bully.
(Gloria) How would you feel if someone treated you that way?
(Alex) It's okay, I got this. You taught me a lot, Harley.
-(Harley) Of course I did. -(Alex) Mostly how not to treat others.
-(Harley) Huh? -(Alex) And don't worry, I didn't give up on my dreams.
I just gave up on being like you.
(Harley) That's ridiculous, being like me is how you become a star.
Let me tell you a story...
I was a young calf on my first acting job.
He was a movie star yak, his name was Bob.
Bob bullied and teased me, made me feel so small.
* That I couldn't remember My lines at all *
* That was the day I got fired *
* They gave my part To a goat named Lyle *
* That was the day I learned You gotta be tough *
* Cuz you gotta be pushy If you wanna climb up so *
* Reach the top by any means *
* Never stop for anything *
* If someone is in your way *
* Push them down That's how you play *
* Keep climbing Mooo-oooh *
* Don't stop, yeah Don't stop *
* Keep climbing Keep climbin' *
* Till you've reached The top, yeah **
(Harley) I did what I had to do. And if you learned how to be tougher,
maybe someday you could have all this...
(Alex) Looks pretty lonely up there to me.
(Harley) Lonely? I have thousands of adoring fans!
(Alex) I'd rather have friends. And if you learned how to be nicer,
maybe someday you could have all this.
(Harley) Hey! Get back here!
Wait! Please?
I didn't mean what I said about you never becoming a star.
You are good. So good, I...
I was afraid you might replace me.
But that's no excuse for what I said.
I was mean to you and I know how awful that feels.
I'm sorry. How can I make it up to you?
(Alex) By not bullying anyone ever again.
(Melman) And by letting Alex shoot his big scene in the movie!
(Harley) That's a great idea.
(Alex) You heard the director. They're finished filming. It's too late.
(Harley) Not when you have friends...
(Harley) We have a few minutes, let's go!
(cheering)
-(Gloria) Is camera ready? -(Marty) Ready! Melman, ready on the sound?
(Melman) Ready when you are, M.Z.
(Gloria) Actors on your marks.
(giggle)
In this scene, Harley, you've just saved some puppies
from an alien caterpillar spacecraft.
You turn to Alex, your sidekick, and you say...
(Harley) Cut! Actually...
I think Alex should be the hero in this scene.
-(Alex) Really? -(Gloria) Aw, that's a sweet idea.
Now let's take it from the top! And action!
(assistant) And then I said, "You can peel your own grapes"!
(laugh)
(director) Mhm.
What on earth is happening on set?
Hey, who left this camera on?
Wonder what they were shooting...
Wow!
(Marty) I can't wait to see Alex's big moment!
(Gloria) Oh! Here it comes, Alex, your big scene!
(Alex) Ah!
(cheering)
(Marty) Good job, Alex!
(Murray) Shh. Huh?
(laugh)
-Millie! -(Millie) Shh, you're ruining the movie!
(Melman) Eh, don't worry, they're just star struck.
(Harley) Yeah, by Alex the Lion!
(cheering)
*
* Let's go find A little adventure *
* Let's make it A day to remember *
* Let's find something new We can explore *
* Oh, explore *
* Let's go find A little adventure *
* Let's make it A day to remember *
* Let's charge Through every open door *
*
* Adventure's calling **