Popeye takes on a new role as a hard-boiled private detective. His first case comes from his favorite client, Olive Oyl, who needs him to provide security for her priceless jewel. The job seems simple enough until a supposedly trustworthy butler reveals his criminal nature, swiping the gem and kidnapping Olive Oyl in one fell swoop. This kicks off a frantic, round-the-world chase as Popeye follows the thief from the romantic streets of Paris to the treacherous Swiss Alps and the sun-scorched deserts of North Africa. Though Popeye’s determination is unmatched, the cunning butler always seems to be one step ahead—until our hero finally gets his hands on a can of spinach. This globe-trotting adventure makes “Private Eye Popeye” a thrilling and action-packed Popeye the Sailor Man cartoon.

Popeye the Sailor Man
Private Eye Popeye (1954)
- Aired: November 12, 1954
- 6:34