Quick Summary
Clarence accidentally knocks over Belson's new video game, causing it to fall to the floor. He then uses a special jack‑o‑lantern to enter dreams, a method that lets him travel inside the dreamscape. The knocked‑over game and the dream‑entering pumpkin are the only actions shown.
About This Program ✦
The Tunnel/A Nightmare On Aberdale Street: Balance's Revenge is an episode‑type programme, listed under the genre “episode”. It forms a self‑contained instalment within its series, presenting a concise narrative that focuses on a handful of characters and a single, quirky premise. In this instalment the character Clarence accidentally knocks over Belson’s brand‑new video game, causing the console to tip and the game to be damaged. The mishap is presented as an unintended blunder that sets the stage for Clarence’s next move, prompting him to look for a remedy that goes beyond ordinary fixes. To tackle the problem, Clarence turns to a specially crafted jack‑o‑lantern. This unusual pumpkin is described as a magical device that serves as a doorway into the world of dreams, allowing its holder to step inside a surreal, subconscious landscape. By holding the lantern, Clarence is able to enter the dream realm, where the repercussions of his earlier mistake can be examined and, potentially, reversed. The episode therefore hinges on two linked actions: the accidental disruption of Belson’s new video game and Clarence’s subsequent foray into the dream world using the enchanted jack‑o‑lantern. These elements drive the plot forward, illustrating how a simple accident can lead to an extraordinary journey through imagination and the subconscious.
Clarence broadcasts on Cartoon Network +1 at 7:00am, Sunday, 8 February 2026.


