Likely aired in February or March 1973, following the show's debut. Segment 1: "El Muñeco Chimpayate" A show business director (played by Édgar Vivar
If the episode in question is indeed (often mislabeled or truncated in file shares), it represents a perfect example of early Chapulín. This episode features the classic trope: a villain trying to steal an inheritance or a secret formula. It allows Chapulín to showcase his signature gadgets—most notably the Chipote Chillón (Squeaky Hammer)—and his unique, paradoxical fighting style where he wins largely by accident. El Chapulin Colorado -1973- - S01E02 - Numero E...
Enter: El Chapulín Colorado . He appears in his usual puff of smoke (actually a small flash and a stagehand’s puff of talcum powder). His reason for being there? “I smelled danger… and someone left the phone off the hook.” Likely aired in February or March 1973, following
Unfortunately, original 1973 master tapes for many Chapulín episodes were lost or deteriorated. Broadcast copies from Canal 8 (later Televisa) sometimes had handwritten labels like “Chapulín 73 – S01E02 – Numero E___” where the final word was smudged. This has led to fan speculation that the episode’s true title might be: It allows Chapulín to showcase his signature gadgets—most