New Darkwing Duck Series Announced for Disney+ Starring Mark Hamill and Seth Rogen
Disney has officially greenlit a new Darkwing Duck animated series for Disney+, marking the character’s return after 35 years. The series stars Mark Hamill as the voice of Darkwing Duck/Drake Mallard, with Seth Rogen serving as both a voice actor and producer.
According to the official synopsis, Darkwing Duck has spent the last 35 years trapped in an alternate world where his superhero exploits are unknown. A rebellious teenager named Duckie, possessing knowledge of his legendary past, tracks him down and pulls the ego-driven vigilante back into action. The series promises high stakes, with “a whole universe at stake.”
The revival brings back classic elements from the original series, including returning villains Negaduck and Megavolt alongside familiar allies Launchpad, Gosalyn, and Morgana. A teaser video accompanied the announcement. This project reflects Disney’s ongoing strategy of reviving properties from its animation catalog, with the involvement of established talent like Hamill and Rogen suggesting significant investment in voice talent and production quality.