01x26 - Bright Lights, Black Hearts

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Ben: Miami Beach!

You can spend your day on the boardwalk

or even play a nice game of volleyball.

Or not!

Because your cousin wants to hang out

in a stinky dead people's home!

What are we even doing here?!

Aw, come on, Ben.

This is a movie set. Aren't you excited?

[ Gasps ] There he is!

Michael Morningstar!

Yeah-ah!

Eee!

[ Scoffs ] Idol worship. Really?

Oh, like you've never dragged us to go see a celebrity?

Hmm.

Hey, Mr. Munch!

You're amazing!

You really monstered those trucks!

Can you sign my face?!

Yes!

This is the best day of my liiiiiiiife!

Can I ask a quick question?

Where are all the film canisters?

No, it's all digital nowadays. Would you like to see?

Hey, I think I found an eager intern.

Yeah, yeah, yeah, he'll work for free.

Why don't you come with me,

and I can show you some of the equipment?

Sure! Hey, kids,

I can trust you two to stay out of trouble, right?

Hmm...

Yeah, yeah, Gramps.

What's so great about this guy that everyone loves him so much?

What?!

Michael Morningstar isn't just some guy!

He plays Sebastian Belmontez, the romantic hero

of the best novel series gone mega-franchise,

"The Un-Alivers"!

It's the classic tale of two star-crossed lovers,

Jenna and Sebastian -- played by Michael Morningstar --

two high-schoolers who fall madly and deeply in love!

But neither knows about each other's supernatural secret!

The girl is a werewolf, and Sebastian is...

un-alive! [ Wolf howls ]

Wait.

This whole thing is about a vampire and a dog who kiss?!

That's gross!

It's not gross, it's epic!

Okay, what kind of dude likes dog breath?!

-Ben! -[ Howls ]

Stop it, Ben!

Cut, cut, cut! Somebody get rid of those two!

-Hmph! -Hmm.

Wh-What? W-Wait, please!

We'll...be...so...quiet!

I promise!

Aw, cheer up, Gwen.

Now we can go do something actually fun.

[ Voice breaking ] It's not fair.

We always do what you want to do!

Why couldn't you just let me do what I want to do?!

[ Gulps ] Uh, well, fine.

I'll help you meet Morningstar.

[ Sniffles ] Really?

But if we're gonna do this, we're gonna do it my way.

Ben, did you read that sign?

It says, "Authorized personnel only."

I'm a plant. Plants can't read.

Look! There he is!

Isn't he magnificent?

Jenna, I need you to look at me -- only me.

What?

O-M...

Geez!

They're just sitting there talking.

-[ Grunts ] -Shh!

Sebastian.

Jenna, your light...

it makes mine shine.

Huh? Uh!

Cut! That was great, everyone!

Next set up!

Uh. I think I'm gonna go to my trailer.

Well, that was weird, right?

If I didn't know better, he's...

Coming this way. Hide me!

Hey, s'up?

Can you give my cousin an autograph

so we can get out of here?

Oh, it's you again.

Wha-uh!

Ben, what are you doing back here?

This is crew only!

Grandpa, what are you doing?

I'm learning!

You're the girl from before, right?

My biggest fan?

[ Chuckles ] Yeah, sorry about that.

Don't be. I really dig the attention.

Well, I'm definitely...

a huge...

Uhh...

Mike, that stunt you wanted -- It's too dangerous.

My fans expect big stunts.

And if you won't do it,

then I'll find a director who shares my vision!

[ Gasping ] [ Groans ]

We're doing the stunt!

You okay?

Yeah, just feel a little star-struck, I guess.

Quiet on the set! Action!

[ Tires squealing ]

The stunt car is coming off the tracks!

Aah!

Help! Aah!

It's time formy close-up!

Uh! Oh, no, oh, no, oh, no, oh, no, oh, no!

Aah!

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Huh?

[ Grunts ]

You -- You saved my life.

I-It's -- It's no big deal.

And cut.

I smell an Oscar!

Uh... [ Clamoring ]

Well, no. No, no, no, no.

It's -- Stop. [ Chuckles ]

Okay, okay, go on!

[ Growls ] What's going on here?!

I'm the star of this show!

I'm -- [ Gasping ]

Ugh, Ben. Always looking for attention.

-[ Panting ] -[ Gasps ]

Sebast-- I mean, Michael.

Are you okay?

I'm sorry about my cousin. I know he interfered, but...

Your cousin? You know that guy?

-Hands off! -What did you do to him?!

-Whoa! -Michael, are you okay?!

I think I just need something to eat.

Why don't you come to lunch?

I want to hear more about your cousin.

Ben, was it?

Um...[ Chuckles ] Okay!

Man: What's your favorite food?

Burgers and pizza.

-What's your favorite color? -Pizza.

Do you have a personal hero?

I'd have to say...me.

And then I said, "Do you know who I am?"

[ Laughter ]

Um, Seba-- Uh, Mr. Morningstar?

I have a question.

Do you think Jenna knew Sebastian was un-alive

the first time they met

since her werewolf state has heightened smell?

[ Laughs ] You like this stuff?

Don't you think it's a little silly?

I mean, it's about a boy and a wolf...

who kiss.

[ Gasps ] I got to go.

Wait, I want to hear more about your cousin.

What's his deal? What's his ultimate weakness?

At least stay for lunch.

You didn't even touch any of your food.

Oh. I don't eat food.

What?

So, tell me again.

What's your favorite Sebastian scene from my last film?

What? Uh, what are you doing?

Go on! Think real hard.

What do you like about me best?

No! You're not the real Sebastian Belmontez!

Uh, you little...

[ Growls ]

You're just a hack!

Sebastian would never do this!

[ Grunting ] How are you fighting me?!

Ben: Hey, glowworm! You?!

What do you think you're doing?

Just sucking up some of your cousin's admiration.

I wonder howyou will rack up.

How about we find out?

Big words, little man.

But you have no idea who you're dealing with.

Top of my head, you're some kind of energy vampire

that feeds off the worship of his fans.

And a dork.

Wow! Spot-on.

Well, when you've been in the game as long as I have...

Funny. But I think it's about time you retire!

Gah!

No way! Not when things are heating up!

[ Grunts ]

Is that your best?

I'm just warming up!

Hyah, hyah!

[ Growls ]

This again? So pitiful.

You're gonna have to do better than -- Huh?

Heat kick! [ Grunts ]

How dare you hurt the talent!

Oh, Mr. Morningstar, do you need a hand?

Just a snack, thank you.

Wait, don't! He's gonna --

Oh. C-Can't move.

I should thank you.

I've never had a reason to feast this much before.

But this power feels incredible!

Hyah!

Are -- Are you -- Are you recording?

Right now? Oh, no!

Ah, more food!

You're out of your league, boy!

I will consume every last person here!

[ All groan ]

Keep rolling.

[ Laughing maniacally ]

As long as he keeps draining people's energy,

I can't touch him!

Not unless you steal the spotlight.

It's worth a shot.

Yes! Yes!

Uh, hey, everyone, check me out!

I'm way cooler than Michael Morning-toot!

And spike!

Impressive.

I'll admit, that one had a little kick, but -- Huh?

Whoa, look at me! Look at me!

Wow, that fire guy is super awesome!

Man, don't you think Heatblast is so cool?

What? What are you doing?!

My shield! [ Growls ]

Back off!

Get your own fans!

Nah, I'll take yours!

No!

Ha! Gotcha!

Fire guy's the b*mb!

Whoa! Hey, yeah. Go, fire guy!

[ Cheering ]

That hurt, you simpleton!

When I get my hands on you, I --

Agh! My hand!

Thank you! Thank you, my adoring fans!

Those aremy fans!

Their adoration has sustained me for centuries!

I won't let you take them from me!

Lights out for you, Morningstar!

[ Screaming, grunts ]

[ Cheering ] [ Chuckles ] The audience loves me.

Great job, Ben!

Who knew I was so good at hogging the limelight?

You're all rooting for him -- this two-bit hack?!

Uh, we should get out of here.

No, no, keep rolling.

I'm the star!

[ Grunts ]

[ Crowd cheering ]

Excuse me.

I represent -- represented Mr. Morningstar.

I'd like to sign you! I like your flare.

I'm seeing commercials, movies, syndicated TV shows!

-No, thanks. -What?

Kid, you don't want to be a star?

What, like him?

Makeup! Somebody call makeup!

Yeah, I'm gonna say no.

Well, then can you get me in touch with that diamond guy?

Ben, that was great!

Who knew the movie business was so exciting?

I think I'm gonna go back and watch the last two films.

Don't bother, Grandpa.

[ Sighs ] The books were better.

Well, how do you two feel about checking out the beach now?

Ben: Yeah, the beach! The beach!

Ben Tennyson, I will find you!

Girl: Michael, um, Mr. Morningstar,

I don't care what the other people are saying.

Can I get your autograph?

Of course. Anything for a fan.

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Time to throw stuff!