Dewey Duck
The middle triplet grandnephew of Scrooge McDuck, always ready for adventure.
Dewey Duck is one of the triplet grandnephews of Scrooge McDuck, part of the family at the center of the 2017 animated series *DuckTales*. As the middle brother, he is easily identified by his blue attire and cap. The series focuses on the lives of Scrooge McDuck and his family as they engage in a variety of adventures in the fictional city of Duckburg and around the world. Dewey, along with his brothers Huey and Louie, initially moves into McDuck Manor with Scrooge, his housekeeper Mrs. Beakley, and her granddaughter Webby Vanderquack, though their uncle Donald leaves at the end of the pilot and does not reside there consistently until later seasons. Together, they go on many new treasure-hunting expeditions and globetrotting adventures.
- Character
- Grandnephew of Scrooge McDuck
- Affiliation
- McDuck Clan / Team DuckTales
- Residence
- McDuck Manor, Duckburg
Lore & Background
Dewey Duck is one of the triplet sons of Della Duck and the grandnephews of Scrooge McDuck. He and his brothers were raised by their uncle Donald Duck before being reunited with Scrooge. In the first season, Dewey and Webby search for the truth about Scrooge and Donald's strained relationship and the unexplained disappearance of the boys' mother and Donald's twin sister, Della Duck. This search drives much of the early mystery. Dewey is voiced by Ben Schwartz, as confirmed by the series' main voice cast listing.
In Their Own Story
In the first season, Dewey and Webby Vanderquack take it upon themselves to uncover the truth behind Scrooge and Donald's ten-year estrangement and the disappearance of Della Duck. Their investigation leads them through hidden rooms in McDuck Manor and into dangerous situations, all while the sorceress Magica De Spell manipulates events from behind the scenes. Dewey's curiosity and determination are central to unraveling the family's deepest secrets.
Reader's Guide
Dewey Duck is one of the three main triplet characters in the 2017 *DuckTales* reboot. He is voiced by Ben Schwartz. As a member of the McDuck family, he lives at McDuck Manor in Duckburg alongside his brothers, Scrooge McDuck, Donald Duck, Mrs. Beakley, Webby Vanderquack, and Launchpad McQuack. The series premiered on August 12, 2017, with a 44-minute pilot on Disney XD. Dewey's adventures span all three seasons, from the search for his mother in season one to the hunt for lost artifacts in season three. The series concluded with a 67-minute finale on March 15, 2021.
Did You Know?
- Dewey Duck is voiced by Ben Schwartz, as listed in the main voice cast for the series.
- In the first season, Dewey and Webby search for the truth about the disappearance of Della Duck, the boys' mother.
- The series premiered on August 12, 2017, with a 44-minute pilot episode on Disney XD.
- Dewey lives at McDuck Manor in Duckburg with his brothers, Scrooge, Mrs. Beakley, Webby, and Launchpad; Donald leaves at the end of the pilot and does not reside there consistently until later seasons.
- The series concluded with a 67-minute finale on March 15, 2021.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dewey Duck?
He is the middle triplet grandnephew of Scrooge McDuck and a core member of Team DuckTales in the 2017 animated series. Dressed in blue, he lives at McDuck Manor alongside his brothers Huey and Louie.
What are Dewey Duck's powers or role?
While not magical initially, Dewey often takes on tech-savvy roles during adventures and displays leadership skills later in the series. He is known for being imaginative and occasionally getting caught up in conspiracy theories regarding his own identity.
How does Dewey Duck's story end?
By the finale, he embraces his true heritage as a member of the Duck family while continuing to support Scrooge on their global adventures. He remains a loyal grandnephew dedicated to protecting his family and friends from various threats.
Why is Dewey Duck important?
Dewey provides comic relief and emotional depth, often serving as the bridge between the cautious Huey and the greedy Louie. His journey of self-discovery adds significant narrative weight to the show's exploration of family bonds.
Who does Dewey Duck live with?
He resides at McDuck Manor in Duckburg with Scrooge McDuck, his brothers Huey and Louie, Mrs. Beakley, and Webby Vanderquack. This household forms the central team for their treasure-hunting expeditions around the world.
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