Updating the DuckTales theme was going to be a herculean task. To say the original 1987 series theme song is beloved would be an understatement. It’s a genuine piece of pop culture. It has been referenced and parodied across all genres and it’s probably still stuck in your head even if you haven’t seen DuckTales since you were a kid.

When the reboot series was announced the first question on many fans mind was, “What about the theme?” The original theme was used in the promo video announcing the new DuckTales cast but there was still no word on whether it would be included in the new series.

Back in June the new opening theme was released to the public and it was a smash hit. None of the lyrics were changed from the original and the visuals are nothing short of breathtaking. It’s a high-energy ride that follows Scrooge attempting to retrieve a ten-cent coin (perhaps his legendary Number One Dime?). He’s also got Huey, Dewey, Louie, Webby, Donald, Launchpad, and Mrs. Beakley in tow for the adventure chased by many members of the classic DuckTales rogues gallery.

Throughout the opening we see the characters in an assortment of adventures, ranging from raiding treasure, unraveling a mummy, and even riding a rhino across the savannah! It demonstrates the globe trotting aspect of the DuckTales franchise and gives us a peak into possible adventures for our heroes to come.