Tom fell madly in love with a beautiful white cat (often called Toodles).

In a desperate bid for her love, Tom sold himself into 20 years of slavery to buy a beat-up car, only for Butch to crush it with his luxury coupe.

Through Jerry’s narration, we learn how Tom ended up there:

But is this really the end? Let’s dive into the truth behind the most controversial episode in cartoon history. The Plot: A Descent into Despair 💔

The episode in question is titled released in 1956. It starts with a visually striking and somber scene: Tom is sitting on railroad tracks, looking completely defeated, while Jerry watches from above with a heavy heart.