Mark Mueller created the original song, giving show creator Carl Barks' characters and stories a kick that immediately pulls the audience in for the ride every time. And there isn't one of them alive right now who don't automatically know this song as soon as it kicks off in its signature style.ĭucktales undeniably has one of the catchiest theme songs ever written for any TV show, whether it be animated or live-action.

It helped shape the millennials we know today, for both good and bad. And it brought the classic characters Scrooge McDuck, Donald Duck, and his nephews Huey, Dewey and Louie to the small screen for some Indiana Jones inspired adventures. And it is as irresistible as any version of the theme song yet released, whether it is barn yard animals humming the tune, or little kids getting the lyrics wildly wrong.ĭisney' Ducktales made its debut on September 18, 1987. And while there is a new reboot on the horizon, which has a slightly reworked theme song, a new rock-metal cover has arrived to help fans party down on the popular show's birthday.

The classic Disney animated TV series DuckTales celebrates its 30th Anniversary this month.

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