About Legend of the Three Caballeros

Legend of the Three Caballeros is an animated television series that premiered on DisneyLife in the Philippines on June 9, 2018. It's a reboot of the original 1944 film "The Three Caballeros." The plot revolves around the adventurous journey of Donald Duck, José Carioca, and Panchito Pistoles who discover a magic atlas and go on a globe-trotting adventure.

Making / Production

The series was produced by Disney Digital Network and animated by Atomic Cartoons. Following its release in the Philippines, it was later released on the Disney+ service in 2020.

Actors

• Eric Bauza as Donald Duck: Bauza presented Donald as an everyman character who often gets himself into trouble with his actions but always strives to do the right thing.
• Jamie Camil as Panchito Pistoles: Camil delivers an enthusiastic and jovial performance, encapsulating the Mexican charro character's wild character and charm.
• Jess Harnell as José Carioca: Harnell gives José a smooth and laid-back persona, in alignment with the parrot's Brazilian origins.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The show is unique in that it debuted for the first time in the Philippines.
• "Legend of the Three Caballeros" is actually based on an original idea for a show titled "The Three Caballeros Ride Again" that was never produced.
• This is the first time an animated version of Donald Duck's love interest, Daisy Duck, is given an official middle name: Daisy 'Dawn' Duck.

Music, Soundtrack

• The series features a lively and cheerful soundtrack, reflecting the fun and adventurous spirit of the show.
• The theme song, "Three Caballeros," is a revamped version of the original song from the 1944 film.

Quotes

• "We're three caballeros, three brave caballeros, they say we are birds of a feather." - Theme Song
• "I may be a knucklehead, but I'm the best darn knucklehead in town!" - Donald Duck
• "The world is full of wonders, amigos. Let's explore them together!" - Panchito Pistoles