Table Read - When Wendy Grew Up - Act 3

Episode Date: June 4, 2024

When Wendy Grew Up" - Act 3 Strap in, folks, because the third act of "When Wendy Grew Up" is one hell of a ride. Wendy and the gang are in the thick of it now, facing off against the nefarious Captain Hook and his band of scurvy pirates. But this ain't your grandma's Peter Pan tale - there's action, adventure, and more twists than a pretzel factory on overtime. Michael steps up to the plate, proving he's got the chops to be a real Lost Boy. And just when you think all hope is lost, a certain fairy brings reinforcements that'll have you pumping your fist and cheering from the sidelines. But it's not all swashbuckling and pixie dust - this final act packs an emotional punch that'll hit you right in the feels. Wendy's forced to make some tough choices about growing up and leaving Neverland behind. It's a bittersweet conclusion that'll have you reaching for the tissues and contemplating your own journey from childhood to adulthood. So buckle up, buttercup, and get ready for a thrilling conclusion to this fresh take on a timeless classic. Will Wendy and the Lost Boys save the day? Will Hook get his comeuppance? And will Neverland ever be the same again? Tune in to find out - you won't want to miss a single minute of this high-flying finale. "When Wendy Grew Up" presents a bold reimagining of the classic Peter Pan tale, exploring the universal themes of growing up, family, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. Drawing inspiration from the incisive social commentary to the deep love of storytelling, this screenplay offers a fresh perspective on a timeless story. Set against the backdrop of Edwardian London and a Neverland that has undergone significant changes, "When Wendy Grew Up" follows Wendy Darling as she navigates the challenges and uncertainties of adolescence. As Wendy embarks on a quest that will test her in ways she never imagined, she must confront difficult questions about the nature of adulthood, the power of belief, and the enduring magic of stories. Through a seamless blend of classic elements and contemporary themes, "When Wendy Grew Up" offers a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to grow up in a world that often seems to have lost its sense of wonder. With its rich characters, emotional depth, and timely social commentary, this screenplay promises to resonate with audiences of all ages, reminding us of the transformative power of storytelling and the importance of holding onto the magic within us all.

Avrò un certo langorino Ovviamente no panino No no no Un boccone ricco di gusto Se conosco il posto giusto Siamo d'accordo su su via Tutti alla piadineria È tornata la solare con crudo e stracciatella

Aggiungi salsa mango, aglio nero o peperone Amerai ogni boccone la piadineria la più buona che ci sia At Wendy, darling, brought eternally a brother to Neverland so he could live forever. They met with an unfamiliar version of Neverland, one where all hope be lost. The Lost Lands camp has been dismantled, leaving only Curly alone and terrified of the return of the legendary and distinguished Captain Hook. of the legendary and distinguished Captain Hook. Tiger Lily's tribe has been wiped out, and as a lone vigilante, she hunts pirates,

otherwise known as gentlemen of fortune. If Peter Pan be nowhere to be found, then Wendy hatches a plan to find Peter and save Neverland. Episode 3. Interior Captain's Quarters, Night. Michael and Mamie sneak into Hook's quarters. Michael stays low to the ground and looks around. He sees the wooden chest and opens it up carefully, pulling out a pair of booties. Baby shoes? Why does Hook have baby shoes?

Focus. What are we looking for? The key. Mamie grabs a pirate hat off the coat rack and places it on Michael's head. What the hell? A disguise never hurts. Mamie zips around as she scans the room. She knocks over a lamp, crashing into a cupboard, making piles of tubes fall out. A few maps unravel. Maps of London, map of Neverland, map between London and Neverland.

Michael goes over the last map with his fingers searching. My brother would know how to read these maps. Is this how Hook travels from London to Neverland? Exterior Pirate Ship Night. Tiger Lily perks up at movement in the quarters and lifts herself up, seeing the shadow of a pirate hat dancing on the wall. She hides, tucking toward Curly. There's someone in there.

The Lost Boys could help. They know these pirates. They know how to fight them. I can handle one pirate. Tiger Lily grips her dagger in her teeth and slowly opens the window creeping inside. Exterior pirate ship deck, night. James Hook studies Wendy as they dance. Was that your voice I heard singing?

It was. How did you get here? I flew. You're too grown up to fly. How did you survive that crocodile? Rattle, James Hook stops dancing and steps back. Who are you? You don't recognize me. No. James Hook stops dancing and steps back. Who are you?

You don't recognize me. No. Wendy Moira Angela Darling. Some pirates gasp. All pirates gasp over here. Forgive my crew. It's all pirate status over here. Forgive my crew. You were just here.

Wendy shakes her head no. Well, why are you here? For Peter. Wendy holds her hand out again, trembling. Jane places his hook on it. Interior ship hull, night. Smee whistles and wanders the narrow hallways of the hull, opening up doors and looking into each room. Nobody and nothing here.

Smee opens up another door, locks, closes. Smee slows down, approaching the metal brick door. He opens the small grate window and lifts his mouth to it. Peter! Peter Pan! Today be the day you die! You already said enough there! Sounds like a great adventure. Exterior Pirate ship deck, night.

James Hook and Wendy dance closer now. She leans her head on his shoulder, where she has a clear view of the window inside the captain's cabin. Her eyes widen at the sight of... Exterior interior deck captain's cabin continues. Tiger Lily crawls in with her dagger lifted in the dark. Michael's back turned.

Wendy's eyes widen, seeing a small flicker of light that is Mamie. Then she hears jingle, jingle, jingle. Keys dangling on James Hook's belt. Wendy looks back up to see Tiger Lily crawling closer and closer to Michael. Turn around, Michael. Turn around. Wendy takes a deep breath. She simultaneously grabs the keys as she plants a kiss on Hook's lips. The pirate crowd reacts with gasps and cheers.

reacts with gasps and cheers. Interior captain's quarters continues. Hearing the commotion, Michael looks up from being hunched over on the ground, just as Tiger Lily looks up to see Wendy and Hook's kiss. Ah, no! Wrong pirate! Michael sees Tiger Lily's reflection, spins around and faces her standing behind him with a dagger.

Tiger Lily's eyes widen as she recognizes him and she angrily rips the pirate hat off his head. You! What are you doing here? Exterior pirate ship deck continues. Wendy's thrown to the ground. James Hook swings his sword, stopping at a hair away from Wendy's neck. He calmly studies Wendy as she tenses with a touch of the blade. Enough with your games, child. What?

Games? Now you're far too clever to play dumb. That was bad form, girl. I should take your head off for that kiss. I didn't mean to offend. I suppose I'm the one with those keys you need, while your friends are frantically looking for where I may be hiding Peter Pan. Wendy averts her eyes, wanting to look behind her, but stuck from the blade against her neck. I like you. You're honest. It's a shame that I'll have to kill you.

James Hook removes the blade from Wendy's neck, and she exhales with relief. He pushes past the crowd of pirates, opening the door to his quarters. Interior Captain's quarters continuous. James walks in, his ship plans laid out on the floor. Tiger Lily, Michael and Mamie all look up at him, stunned. Well, well, well. Tiger Lily, Michael and Mamie rise up, hands up. All of this for Peter Pan? Oh, for heaven's sake, why?

What is it about that boy? Peter will get you and the other pirates out of Neverfland. Whoa. Sound effects. Neverfland. Peter will get you and the other pirates out of Neverland for good. Don't talk to him. Oh, Tiger Lily, you sacrificed so much for a

boy who never loved you back. You refused every shooter, your whole family slaughtered, and Peter never bothered to pop in and lift a finger to help or to even care to see if he was still alive. Or do you even care to see if he was still alive? You know he's dead, you fool. He's not dead! He's captured! Who? And who are you? Michael Darling. No. Michael. You were in nappies.

James Hook kneels down to see Michael eye to eye. Last time I saw you, you could barely speak. And look at you, a proper child. Time chases us all, doesn't it? Neverland's my home now. So I need you to leave here forever. James stands, smiles amused, impressed. No, I'm not leaving. You think I left my home, my wife, and...

Well, you think I've come here for a laugh. You have a family? Bring the girl, Wendy. Wendy's pulled into the captain's quarters by two pirates. One pirate hands James Hilkey's keys back. And why are you here? For Peter? I just want Michael to be safe. Safe? Have you forgotten how dangerous Neverland is?

Jukes comes through the door, holding Curly up by the collar like a puppy. Find this one hanging off the side of the ship. Jukes catches Wendy's look wide-eyed and appalled. Ah Curly, we've been looking for you. The one who stayed behind for Peter. How did that work out? Only because you captured him. I told you he's dead. He's not. Enough. All of you. Shall we settle this? Smee!

Smee! Where is Smee? Smee comes onto the deck, climbing up the ladder. Oh, here, captain. Nothing amiss and nothing all swaggering sight. Smee freezes as he sees the sea. Oh, here, Captain. Nothing amiss and nothing on the woggling side. Smee freezes as he sees the scene. Smee, let's show these roaches

Peter Pan, shall we? Smee starts walking back toward the ladder while James walks toward the deck. Now! Sorry. Bye. Smee looks at James confused. Well, I'm confused now.

Take it again. Smee starts walking back toward the ladder while James walks toward the deck. Smee looks at James confused. Now, Smee! Aye, Captain. Exterior pirate ship deck, night. Wendy, Michael, Tiger Lily and Curly are all tied up.

Mamie's inside an upside-down jar on the dining table. The pirates cheer as the plank is set up. Tiger Lily, it gives me no pleasure to kill you. You've been a worthy opponent, and you made me better. Tiger Lily is dragged out onto the plank by two pirates, who then shove her off, and she splashes into the ocean. The pirates cheer as Wendy, Curly, and Michael pry out for her. No, Tiger Lily!

Silence! The ship quiets. You hear that? Oh, what am I supposed to hear again? It's silent. James laughs. Him next. Two pirates grab Curly and shove him off the plank, and he splashes into the ocean. Wendy and Michael find each other's hands to hold within the rope.

Where is Peter Pan? James Hook nods, and the pirates grab Michael. No! Leave him alone! Very well, then. The girl. Next. The pirates toss Michael aside and grab Wendy. they take her to the edge of the plank and she looks at michael i'm sorry i didn't listen wendy it'll be okay michael i promise

james holds one finger up as to say wait that peter pan is a myth created by each of you That Peter Pan is a myth created by each of you. Snatching babies from their prams just to abandon them in Neverland. He is just a child and there is nothing more heartless than a child. Stop it. We'll go back to London and listen to mummy and father and be good. Please don't do this. I don't want to die. I don't want any of us to die. James nods as to say no, and Wendy is tossed off the plane. No!

Silence. No splash. Wendy? Flying out from underneath the boat comes Peter Pan, carrying Wendy. She sees Peter and wraps her arms around his neck. Peter! It's Peter! Mamie lights up in the jar. Peter? Peter bloody Pan! Ha! Told you all! All of you! Peter zips up, carrying Wendy towards the clouds.

Both Michael and Mamie's smiles drop. Peter? The lost boys. The warriors. The mermaids. No matter how many murders, captures, Peter wouldn't come back for anyone but her. It's always and only her, Wendy.

Exterior Ocean Night. Tiger Lily and Curly sink down into the ocean until they hit the floor with a soft thud. The two struggle for a moment when mermaid children come up. Curly and Tiger Lily scramble, trying to get away from the mermaids. Finally, the mermaids cut their ropes loose with shell blades. Tiger Lily and Curly swim up desperately until they reach the surface, where they take in a large gasp of air. Looking up to the sky, Tiger Lily and Curly clearly see Peter Pan flying, carrying Wendy.

He's alive. See? Peter. Peter? Peter! Peter disappears behind some clouds with Wendy. Tiger Lily and Curly's smiles slowly fade as they continue looking up to the silent, dark sky. He came back for her. The Wendy. Thick tears well up in Tiger Lily's wide eyes. That's not Peter. Yes, it is. It's...

It's not. It can't be. Would Peter have left me? Us? Curly's silent as Tiger Lily's chin trembles. She takes a large breath and steadies herself, calm and cold. What do I care? I'm out of here. Exterior sky, night.

Peter zips up through the clouds as he carries Wendy. Wendy hugs him tightly, safe and present. Oh, Peter. I'm so sorry about Tinkerbell. Who's Tinkerbell? Wendy's smile drops. She looks at Peter, bewildered. Wendy! Do you hear that?

Forget him, Wendy. Stay with me and you'll never have to worry about grown-up things again. Peter smiles at Wendy and she smiles back spellbound. Wendy! Peter, go back. Hook's going to kill Michael.

To die would be an awfully big adventure, wouldn't it, Wendy? Michael can't die. If he dies, then I'll die. That's a solemn thing to say. Why are you being like this? I am solemn now. Let me go, Peter. Peter scowls, then lets go of Wendy.

She drops, falling through the sky and screaming. Peter chuckles and dips quickly, catching her. Wendy looks at Peter with horror. You dropped me! You told me to. That's not what I meant, and you know it! Bring me back to Michael or you'll never see me again! You're angrier. And heavier.

And you haven't changed one bit. Exterior pirate ship deck, night. Michael is still tied up, with all pirate eyes on him. James Hook approach him as Elder Pirate shoves his way closer, sharpening his long saber. Now that Peter's back, what shall we do with him? Elder Pirate motions to Michael. Throw him overboard. Elder Pirate makes his way to Michael.

No! Wendy! Help! Hang on, Captain. If Peter's up there... Who's locked up? Slash. The sword cuts Elder Pirate's cheek. James Hook turns, pulls out his sword. Then all the pirates pull out their swords to see... James Hook's keys dangling with Mamie flying, carrying them.

James touches his belt. His key's gone. Blah, blah, blah, blah. Talk, talk, talk. Have you all forgotten about the fairy on the ship? You thought a turned-over jar could hold me? I'm a bloody fairy! From the shadow behind Mamie's clothes steps out John. And who the hell are you? It's THE

painter from the break! That's not Peter! Stupid! We just saw Peter Pan flying off! Oh, I'm so much better than Peter. John! John swings his sword and spars

with surrounding pirates. Michael watches John with awe. Exterior Mermaid Lagoon, night. Peter plops Wendy down on the rock. What are we doing here? I thought you'd tell me a story. A story?

Look around. You should be ashamed of yourself. Letting Neverland turn into shambles like this. Where have you been? At the gardens. All this time? I couldn't stop the crocodile and I wanted my mom. And I thought, maybe she looks for me where she lost me.

Wendy softens and takes Peter's hand. Do you still love me? Of course I do. You just seem so angry. Everyone I love angers me. Wendy stands and offers Peter her hand. We need to go back for Curly and Tiger Lily and Michael. You have to save Neverland.

They need you. Peter takes Wendy's hand and stands with her. Then, tick, tock, tick, tock, tick, tock. Peter pulls out his sword, alert. It's okay, Peter. It won't hurt me. The mechanical crocodile lunges out of the water and swallows Wendy whole. Exterior pirate ship deck, night. Tiger Lily and Curly swim and cling onto the side of the ship, a small dinghy dangling

above them. I'll cut it loose. You wait here. And what about the Lost Boys? Fine, I'll let you come with me. Will you leave it alone? I'm not leaving Neverland. Why? There's nothing for you here. Why? There's nothing for you here. Patches, no naps. You... everything is here. Tiger Lily scoffs. Curly wraps his arms around her in a hug, and after a moment, she returns it. Stay. Please. Neverland has enough monsters. Curly continues on alone, swimming to the back of the ship.

Tiger Lily grabs a rope off the side of the ship, watching Curly swim off for a moment before climbing up. Exterior pirate ship deck, night. John cuts Michael loose and he scrambles to his feet. John draws his sword and tosses another to Michael. Michael holds the sword up awkwardly. Toothless Pirate makes his way toward Michael. Michael swings the heavy sword.

Toothless Pirate dodges the blade, laughing. Ha ha ha! That there sword be bigger than ye! Get back, or I'll... I'll, you know what, kill me. Michael gulps. Tiger Lily stealthily crawls onto the ship, pulling out her dagger and saws the rope to free the small boat. John spots Tiger Lily and his eyes widen with awe. Tiger Lily meets John's eyes too before averting hers. A pirate nicks John's shoulder and he yells out in pain. Smee approaches Michael, smiling large, pushing in front of Toothless Pirate. Go take care of the big brother. Toothless Pirate quickly makes his way over to John. Smee smiles at Michael and holds his hand out. Little lad, give me the sword before you hurt yourself.

Michael still struggles to lift the sword, but shakes his head no. You look like a nice lad. You don't want to hurt nobody, do you? Michael shakes his head no. Smee reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small lolly. No. Smee reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small lolly. How about we trade? You give me the sword, I'll give you the lolly. Michael's stomach growls. He instinctively clutches it. Tiger Lily looks down as the dinghy falls and splashes onto the ocean.

She turns and watches as both Michael and John are trapped. Tiger Lily hesitates for a moment before jumping off the ship down to the dinghy. Exterior Ocean Dinghy Night. Tiger Lily arranges the oars on the boat and readies herself for a big pull but stops, seeing the moon shining clearly. He's just a child, you fool. Tiger Lily sighs and drops the oars. She leaps onto the side of the large ship, climbing swiftly up the starboard.

Exterior pirate ship deck, night. Tiger Lily leaps onto the deck of the ship. Smee grabs Michael's arms and pries the sword from his hands. John watches Tiger Lily move. Taken by her, she makes her way over the deck. Wow.

She kicks Toothless Pirate's sword away. You're welcome. John smiles awkwardly as Toothless Pirate rushes toward him. Oh. John smiles awkwardly as Toothless Pirate rushes toward him with his fists. John ducks and shoves Toothless Pirate overboard. John smiles, proud of himself. Tiger Lily jumps onto Smee's back, wrapping her arm around his neck.

Swing! Fight! Do something! Michael's free from Snee's grip. He grabs the sword. Tiger Lily's eyes plead. Michael drops the sword, flees, crawling under the legs of the horde of pirates. Michael makes his way out and sees Tiger Lily and John cornered by pirates, bodies slumped with weary defeat.

Mamie flies toward Michael, only to fly right into a jar held by jukes. James Hook leans against the wall of his quarters as he polishes his hook. He flicks his wrist as to say, get them out of here. Interior Pirate Ship Prison Night. The prison door closes on Tiger Lily, John, Michael, their hands bound behind their backs. Mamie's light illuminates the prison from her jar. This seems bad. I'm sorry. I ruined it. Fix your crying, Michael. Hey!

Tiger Lily kicks John and raises her eyebrows to him. Peter will help us, right? We don't need Peter. We got each other and Tiger Lily. She's much more impressive than Peter. Tiger Lily smiles at John as Mamie starts to dim. Mamie! Are you okay? Huh? Me? Yes. I think those pesky blighters forgot to punch me a hole for air. Bloody pirates. Mamie passes out, and the room goes dark. Mamie!

Exterior Mermaid Lagoon, night. The crocodile splashes out of the lagoon with Peter on its back, the tail swinging until it finally jerks violently, bucking Peter off of it. Peter's thrown up against the rock, head hit. The croc's mouth drops open, and it spits Wendy out cold. The crocodile jerks again, thrashing like it's drowning. Peter narrows his eyes and sees Wendy's thimble lodged between Gears and the crocodile's exposed ribs. The thimble finally pops loose from the Gears.

The crocodile coughs up the thimble before disappearing back into the lagoon. Wendy's drenched in slimy crocodile spit, and she quickly wipes the thick layer off her face so she can take a breath. Wendy collapses, exhausted. Peter walks over to her, picking up the thimble and handing it back to her. I thought I'd lost you. You didn't. But I thought I did, and for the first time, if you were gone, too much of me would die with you.

Wendy sits up and takes Peter's hand. Don't go back to London this time. Just stay. Stay here. With you? Yeah. May I ask you something? Peter lifts up one knee like men do when they propose. Wendy puts her hand to her mouth, surprised when she hears a distant flapping. It's the Neverbird. Michael! Interior pirate ship brig, night. Tiger Lily backs up toward John to untie him.

Their hands touch and he holds his breath. She fumbles, pulling awkwardly at the rope until it's loose enough for John to pull out of it. John quickly unscrews the top of the jar, and Mamie flops out, hardly being able to make out her lifeless shape. John unties Tiger Lily, and she unties Michael.

Michael picks up Mamie gingerly. No! She's supposed to be Peter's fairy! We promised her. Say you believe in fairies. What? I believe in fairies. I believe in fairies. Michael and Tiger Lily chant and nothing happens.

We're too late. Michael holds on to Mamie, heartbroken and sobbing. I really do believe, you know. I know, Michael. I'm tired of you laughing at me, saying there's no such thing. So I told you I didn't believe. You're just so eager to get old like father and never play anymore. John looks at Michael, stunned.

He looks at Mamie, taking his his top out of and notices on the rim a faint golden dust with a gentle blow the dust dances across the room i believe in fairies exterior pirate ship night curly breaks open another hatch of the lost boys cages as they're jumping out of them and into the ocean they hear a faint i believe in fairies coming from down below i believe in fairies exterior sky night wendy's riding the neverbird back toward Hook's ship when she hears the sounds of the children cry. I believe in fairies! Peter flies up beside Wendy. The two smile at each other.

I believe in fairies! Wendy laughs as Peter crows, zipping on her head. Woo-hoo! Interior, brig, hull, night. Mamie's light flickers. Interior Brick Hull Night Mamie's light flickers. Her wings flutter and she sits up, awake, wiping her hair. What in God's name is on me? Tears? Little boy tears? Disgusting!

Mamie! John and Tiger Lily smile, noticing their hands were clutched together and suddenly let go. What do you say we get out of here? How? John pulls his top hat off and presses his ear against the wall. Mamie zips out of the room through a vent. John reaches up and rips the great cover off the vent. Michael, Tiger Lily and e John smilano l'uno all'altro. Siamo d'accordo su Sofia, tutti alla piadineria.

È tornata la solare, con crudo e stracciatella. Aggiungi salsa mango, aglio nero o peperone. Amerai ogni boccone. La piadineria, la più buona che ci sia. Smee supervises the pirates cleaning up the mess from the evening's battles. He takes his glasses off to wipe them as he walks around the side and notices a moving blurry block. Smee puts his glasses back on and clearly sees. All the lost boys and Curly are climbing onto the ship. Smee takes his glasses off, puts his glasses back on. The children are even closer now.

Smee turns back around screaming and running. Interior Hook's chambers, night. James Hook takes his hook off and places it aside. With his good hand, he opens up a drawer. He picks up a baby bonnet, baby booties, and a cloth bib. Hook lifts the bonnet to his cheeks, his eyes misting. Smee bursts in through the door, chaos outside. Hook drops the bonnet and refastens his hook.

The Lost Lands Captain has escaped and now we're outnumbered. How could you have let this happen? James Hook exits the room, pushing past Smee. A few moments later, the vent grate pops off and Mamie flies out with John, Tiger Lily and Michael following. John and Tiger Lily look outside the window and see the Lost Boys stealthily disabling the pirates one by one with games and tricks. Smee and Hook emerge onto the deck. The pirates are down on the floor of the deck, groaning, writhing. The ship appears quiet.

James Hook pulls out his sword and walks forward confidently as Smee stays put. A figure steps behind Smee, tapping him on the shoulder. It's Peter. It be ye! The other Peter! Other Peter? Who is first Peter? Smee's beady eyes narrow behind his spectacles and he raises his cutlers. Peter flies around acrobatically sparring with a surprisingly agile man. Thump, thump, thump, thump.

Walking up the ramp and onto the deck is Seven-Foot Pirate. Thump, thump, thump, thump. Walking up the ramp and onto the deck is Seven-Foot Pirate. Capture the children. Every last one of them, you hear? Seven-Foot Pirate tips his hat and swings his sword, cutting a rope. A giant net scoops up Curly and a handful of the Lost Boys who have been hiding behind a pile of barrels. They hang above the deck like a school of fish. Wendy pops her head out from hiding and sees an opening. She ties her skirt into a knot when a hand touches her shoulder.

It's John. John! What are you doing here? Why should you have all the fun? A seven-foot pirate swings his sword toward John and Wendy. John blocks it. A sword drops at Wendy's feet. She looks up to see Tiger Lily already high on the mast. Make yourself useful, will ya?

Wendy smiles, grabs the sword, and joins the fight with John. You stayed! I couldn't miss squashing pirates, could I? Tigerlily begins to work the netted rope loose. James Hook looks over to see Tigerlily nearly successful in freeing the children. He hastily makes his way over. Michael and Mamie have stacked a few crates and barrels to help Curly climb down from the net. Curly drops onto the deck. The rest of

the children escape. As the last child exits, Tiger Lily leaps into Seven-Foot Pirate. The Seven-Foot Pirate tries to grab Tiger Lily off his back and trips, knocking himself out as he falls. Wendy, John and Tigerlily look over at Michael who smiles back at them triumphantly. Michael's smile drops. He turns around to reveal James Hook and the dagger shoved into his back. Wendy gasps in horror. Hook pulls the dagger out and Michael drops to his knees and then flat on his face. Wendy, John and Tigler be all run to Michael. Peter flies abandoning his fight with Smee and joins Wendy as she cradles Michael on her lap. Curly and the Lost Boys quietly move to surround them. I need all you vermin back in your cages.

Unless you all want to end up with a dagger in you. Curly and the Lost Boys gulp. They notice they're surrounded by the same pirates that were taken down a moment ago. Micah looks at Wendy, his nose bloody. I'm sorry. I should have gone to Wales like Mummy and Father wanted. I wasn't strong enough for Neverland. The ship is silent until Peter flies with his sword pulled back, heading straight for James Hook. Hook pulls up Michael to use him as a shield.

Peter still tries to strike. Peter, stop! You'll hurt Michael! Hook tosses Michael back and forth as a makeshift shield as Peter spars him. Hook stumbles, dropping Michael overboard. Exterior Ocean, Night. Michael splashes and sinks into the ocean, his eyes watching the ship and lights on the surface. is watching the ship and lights on the surface. Hovering above the surface is Mamie, crying out for him until even she becomes dark and Michael shuts his eyes.

Exterior pirate ship deck, night. Wendy at the ship's railing watches the water. John joins his sister. The ship's quiet. Even James Hook lowers his sword and softens, until Peter strikes again. Fight me! James Hook then hears Littlefeet running and splashing. He looks to see that Curly and the Lost Boys have fled the ship. James's eyes widen and his head shakes as he watches the Lost Boys swim away and scurry down the ramp.

James Hook pulls off his white overcoat, tossing it aside, and turns back to Peter, his sword drawn. The two fight. Why won't you just die? Why won't you just leave Neverland, old man? I will stay as long as it takes! Wendy wipes away her tears and grabs a sword.

She angrily swings at both James Hook and Peter. Both surprised, ward off her angry blows. It becomes clear that it's Peter that Wendy's fighting. Peter's eyes widen with betrayal, and Peter puts his sword away, holding his hands up. I'm sorry for whatever I did. Michael's gone. I'm sorry. And faces looking at him and slumps. Wendy lowers her sword away from Peter, softens as she looks at his pathetic, sad eyes. Wendy then swings more than just a boy, Peter.

Wendy then swings her sword towards James Hook. He blocks her with his silver hook. She strikes again, losing steam. James blocks her, knocking her down. Wendy picks up her sword again, swinging, slashing Hook's good hand. Hook flinches as drops of his blood drips at his feet. Wendy! Michael wouldn't want this.

Exterior Ocean, Night. Michael's curled in a fetal position at the bottom of the ocean. His shadow wakes up, separates from him, and tugs on him. Memories flash. Wendy in the tree with Michael. Michael in the nursery seeing Mamie in the kettle flying over London, finding Curly, and discovering the booties in Hook's chest. Michael's eyes open and he's already above the surface. He gasps for air. Baby shoes! Exterior pirate ship deck, night. Wendy goes to strike James Hook once more and he swings, knocking her sword out of her hand.

Wendy screams, grabbing onto James' silver hook as he raises his sword at her. He's not here! James' hook freezes. Peter, Wendy, John, and Tiger Lily turn to look at Michael, standing on the ship's railing, hands on his hips. Michael! Michael lifts off the deck, flying, swinging his sword and knocking down scores of pirates with acrobatic ease.

Michael lands in a clearing of several pirates floored, who then get up and run away from him. Peter crows. John, Wendy, and Tiger Lily crow. Michael crows even better, louder. It echoes through Neverland and all pause for a moment. Peter looks at Michael, threatened. James Hook roars with fury and raises his sword and spars with the airborne Michael. Peter moves to help, but Wendy holds him back. He's got it. James Hook swings and Michael blocks his blow. He's not here! I know he is.

John, Wendy, Tiger, Lily and Peter exchange confused looks. James strikes away Michael's sword and grabs him by the neck. My father yelled too much, and so I didn't say goodbye. You'll forget him soon enough. I'll still miss him. You can't miss what you've forgotten. Yes, you can. Yes you can. Like you do.

Looking for a boy you don't remember. James Hope begins to shake. I remember. It's sons who forget their fathers, not fathers who forget their son. What was your father's name, hm? The color of his eyes. You've forgotten already. I remember he packed away his dreams so I could play.

I'm sorry you lost your boy. I didn't lose him. He was stolen from me. He was robbed right out of his pram. And he's here. He has to be here! James Hook lowers Michael to the ground and clutches his chest, breathing heavily. A moment of silence before... Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock, rumble, rumble, rumble. Heavy steps shake the ship.

What's that thing doing here? The giant crocodile emerges from the ramp of the ship, chomping, tail swinging, and pirates scatter. The crocodile sniffs the ship's deck. It's after me! Wendy and James Hook look at each other. Tiger Lily grabs John's hand. There! My boat!

The crocodile swings its massive tail, knocking pirates off the ship. It makes its way towards James Hook, who covers his face. But it marches past him toward... Wendy. Michael steps in front of her. Peter flies, taking his sword and stabs the crocodile in the back. The animal roars, knocking Peter off. Wendy and Michael hit the railing of the ship, trapped. Need a lift, Angel? Wendy accepts, plops her foot into his hands, and gives him a soft kiss on the cheek,

then climbs onto the railing and looks down. It's a long drop. Wendy! Fly! What if I fall? The moment you doubt whether you can fly, you cease forever to be able to do it. Uh, that's not very comforting, Peter. Michael floats in front of Wendy. Just make one happy thought thought can lift you up. Wendy squeezes her eyes, memories of kissing Peter,

smiling with Michael on the tree, and hugging her mother. The animal roars, inching closer, and Wendy jumps, soars for a moment before falling right into the small boat with John and Tiger Little. All others watch as the crocodile turns toward James Hook, following the trail of blood dripping from the wound on Hook's hand. No, no, no, not again! Mamie!

Mamie lands on Michael's hand. I remember one more thing my father said. Misfortunes are often opportunities in disguise. Mamie and Michael nod at each other before he throws it into the crocodile's mouth like a baseball of light. Tink, tink, tink, tink. The crocodile lunges for James' hook

and stops just as its mouth surrounds it. Its shape changes as the ball of light destroys it from the inside. The crocodile collapses into a million pieces, leaving only two clots that were its eyes on top of the pile. Mamie brushes her hands clean and curtsies to a bewildered Hook. James Hook looks at Michael in awe and terror. Michael winks as Mamie joins him and he shoots up into the sky in flight.

Exterior Ocean, Night. Wendy, John and Tiger Lily from the dinghy watch as Michael flies high above. They cheer. Suddenly, Smee emerges from a cannon port, grabbing Tiger Lily. John and Wendy lunge for her, nearly tipping the boat. Don't be stupid. Let go of me. No. The boat tips again, splashing water over John and Wendy,

their hands slipping off Tiger Lily. I'll come back. Smee disappears with Tiger Lily into the ship. Exterior Ocean Pirate Ship Night. The pirates unmoor the ship from the dock, and the ship starts sailing free off the ship. Exterior ocean pirate ship night. The pirates unmoor the ship from the dock and the ship starts sailing free off the island. Arr, woohoo! What was that? I'm cheering.

Woo! Exterior Lost Boys lair night. Peter, Wendy, Michael, John, Mam Mamie Curly and the lost boys gather together beaten bruised and tired patches and no nap help dress the many wounds on Michaels back John puts on a wooden helmet and grabs the sword John what are you doing going back for Lily. Mummy's waiting for us. Peter hands Michael another sword. This one. It suits you.

Everyone, enough! I can't leave Tiger Lily. I'm fine! You're not fine! You're hardly breathing, and I won't lose both my brothers to Neverland. Wendy grabs the sword from Michael and puts it down. Wendy, stop it!

There will not be any more adventures tonight! You too, Peter. Yes, Mother. Michael drops his head. Curly wipes tears from his face. Wendy looks around at all the somber faces around her. I'm not your mother, Peter. I know. I was going to ask you properly. May I call you mother? I still feel like I need my mommy. Wendy's stunned silent, processing. She hears sniffs and turns to see Curly and the other lost boys watching solemnly. Peter, we never stop needing our moms. Will you take care of them?

Peter nods, obediently goes to the lost boys, putting his hand on Curly's shoulders. Wendy turns her focus to Michael and John. Peter's right. I worry. I'm solemn. I've grown up now. What did you mean when you said you don't want to lose both of your brothers to Neverland? Because I'm staying.

The ship's miles away and you can't fly. I'm not going to leave Michael. We're growing up, John. Neverland is Michael's. John looks to Michael with wide, teary eyes. Michael also looks to Wendy, scared. I'm not ready. I want to see Mommy again and Father.

I never said goodbye. I don't want to be here if you and John can't stay. If I had a thousand years, I wouldn't be ready to say goodbye. But Michael, you can fly and fight. And you belong to Neverland more than I ever did. And when I tell Mommy and Father about you here, it'll fill us up with happy thoughts to know you're alive in Neverland.

Michael nods, accepting. Mamie, will you take John and me back to London? As long as I can return straight away to be Michael's fairy. Really? We make a good team, don't you think? And after we defeat Hook and rescue Tiger Lily, imagine what this place will be. We'll jump on the wind's back and swim with mermaids and banish jars from Neverland. Stories we'll be told about us for a hundred years.

You take good care of the lost boys. Understood. What about Peter? Wendy looks at Peter as he's putting on armor as the lost boys admire him, back under his spell. Peter will always be searching for a mother's love. Half his time here, half in the gardens. Half his time here, half in the gardens. But you have the best mother in the world. And the Lost Boys need you to show them your mother's love. I'm going to defeat Hook and rescue Tiger Lily.

I know you will. And I remember everything now. Every story and every word. I know you do. Wendy and Michael embrace tightly, like people do when they say goodbye. John joins, enveloping Wendy and Michael in his grown-up arms, but lifts his head looking out toward the ship in the distance. Mamie flies over the siblings, sprinkling pixie dust onto them when Peter faces Wendy. May I give you one last kiss? Peter closes his eyes, waiting.

Wendy places the dented thimble in Peter's palm. Peter's eyes fly open, looking at the thimble. A real goodbye. Michael, let's fly. We'll go now. The pirates least expect us. John? John hesitates, looking out toward the ocean,

listening to the haunting tune of Tiger Lily's flute coming from the ship. I'll come back. Wendy grabs John's hand as Michael and Peter fly up into the sky, illuminated by the moons. Wendy watches Michael so confidently as Mamie's light glows blindingly bright. Wendy's eyes are fixed on her baby brother, flying away, smaller and smaller. I just want to wait until I... Wendy's eyes shut, blinded.

Interior Hospital Hallway, day. Wendy's eyes shut, blinded. Interior Hospital Hallway, day. Wendy's eyes open. Wendy's sitting. The wall behind her is a forested mural. She wipes several tears away from her cheeks. Beside her is John, clasping Wendy's hands tightly and sobbing loudly. hands tightly and sobbing loudly. We see a doorjar next to Wendy and a figure in white performing compressions on a small body obscured by a curtain. Interior hospital hallway, day. Wendy sits alone. Now John, Mr. and Mrs. Darling are speaking to a doctor in a white lab coat.

are speaking to a doctor in a white lab coat. Wendy? Wendy snaps to and looks in front of her. It's Curly in a hospital gown. His hair is dull and limp, rather than the luscious curls we're used to seeing. I was looking for Michael. Wendy sits up straight and notices the dented kettle in her lap and looks into it.

Curly cocks his head, curious to see what she sees. Could you do me a great favor, Curly? Mimi's sleeping in here. Do you see her? Shh. Be gentle now. Could you keep her in your room for a little while? Curly leans over and looks into the empty kettle. Yes. I mean, yes.

Curly takes the kettle from Wendy. And when you find Michael... One second before we get to Mr. Darling and that. Can we take that exchange with Curly again and just keep that somber on this one, Kensington? Yeah. before we get to Mr. Darling and that. Can we take that exchange with Curly again and just keep that somber on this one, Kensington? Yeah. Just like. That was my fault.

No, that wasn't. No, I made you laugh. No, no, no. Oh no, that was not me. Let's just get an alternative. That was your fault. Oh, I know. I said that.

Could you do me a great favor, Curly? Mamie's sleeping in here. Do you see her? Hush. Be gentle now. Could you keep her in your room for a little while? Yes. I mean, yes.

Curly takes the kettle from Wendy. And when you find Michael, tell him I say hello. I will. And to chew with his lips shut. I'm bad at that too. Curly starts to walk down the hall with the kettle in hand, past John, the Darling parents, and the Doctor. John and the Darling parents break away from the Doctor and walk towards Wendy, snapping her out of her trance.

We're going now. Where? Home. Wendy nods as if to say, of course. Home. to wave. Wendy waves back. A tap tap of two fingers on Wendy's shoulders. It's James Hook in the doctor's lab coat holding a clip. I just wanted to say... Don't please. I just wanted to say that was an incredible adventure. Wendy smiles politely, forced. James gives her a hug. You're a remarkable sister.

How is it that one flies? Just so I know how to tell the other children. Tell them. Just think of happy thoughts and you'll fly. Think about the joy you'll find. You leave the world behind. Wendy smiles again, this time different, relaxed, at peace. As we walk with Wendy, we see the vastness of the forest mural,

the lobby with overturned furniture made into forts, and lost boys in hospital gowns play fighting. Smee, the janitor, sweeps the floor and nods at Wendy. As Wendy reaches the door. Wendy! Wendy turns and sees Jukes, clean cut and in a lab coat. He brushes his fingers through his hair nervously. Thank you for bringing me to Neverland.

I'll... we'll miss you. Thank you. Did you believe it? Every moment. If you're ever in Bristol... Oh, I thought you lived in London. I'll be at ever in Bristol. Oh, I thought you lived in London. I'll be at school in Bristol. Jukes nods.

Wendy offers him a weary smile and waves goodbye. Interior nursery, night. Wendy, wearing all black, sits in the nursery, boxes packed of Michael's belongings. The room is just a shell of what it once was. Mrs. Darling sleeps in a chair. Wendy opens the nursery window and several skeleton leaves flutter into the room. Mrs. Darling shudders in her sleep. Wendy notices a tear running down her mother's cheek and she softly kisses it away

and drapes Michael's blanket over her. Peter shows up at the window watching Wendy with her mother. Wendy grew up. You need not feel sorry for her. She grew up of her own free will, a day faster than the other girls. Wendy looks up and sees Peter at the window, just a glimpse before he flies away. Wendy walks to the window, gazing at the night sky, clouds floating in front of the moon and two bright stars to the right. Wendy hears distant crowing and smiles.

She shuts the window, locking the latch before exiting the room. The moment later, Mr. Darling enters, taking wounded steps toward the window, and flips the latch unlocked. Fade out. The end. That was so fun. I'm crying. You know what, Jenna? I may still be wrong,

but I never understood Mr. Darling leaving the lab. Oh, I love it. You always leave the window for everybody to come back. I just got that laugh, the Mr. Darling leaving the laptop. Oh, I love it. You always leave the window open for everybody to come back. That's right. I just got that now, though, because I'm not as smart as you. That's what I was just saying. That's the final thing.

It's a steel pipe. Peter Pan stuff.