Popeye sets out to defeat Abu Hassan and the army of forty thieves, and finds himself in challenging situations that he must overcome in order to save his companions.
Popeye is enjoying watering his patriotic garden on July 4 when he catches his nephews attempting to light fireworks.
Wealthy rancher G.W. McLintock uses his power and influence in the territory to keep the peace between farmers, ranchers, land-grabbers, Indians and corrupt government officials.
Popeye and Bluto are running for president; it's election day, the vote is tied, and Olive is the only remaining voter.