Ep 4. The Duck Knight Returns!
- May 17, 2019
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9.1 (805)
The Duck Knight Returns! is the fourth episode of the fourth season of DuckTales (2017). This episode takes on a nostalgic twist as it introduces Darkwing Duck, a superhero who is well-known to fans of the original DuckTales series.
The episode begins with Scrooge McDuck and Launchpad McQuack trying to track down a villain named Egghead, who has stolen a valuable egg from Scrooge's collection. Meanwhile, Dewey and Webby stumble upon a secret underground lair that happens to belong to Darkwing Duck. However, unlike his former self, Darkwing is now a washed-up hero who spends his days watching reruns of his old TV show and bemoaning his lack of crime-fighting opportunities.
Dewey convinces Darkwing to come out of retirement and help them stop Egghead, but the former hero is hesitant, feeling that he has lost all of his skills and abilities. Eventually, with a bit of encouragement from his fan club and rival superhero Launchpad, Darkwing dons his old outfit and sets out to save the day.
As they track down Egghead, Darkwing struggles to find his footing and prove that he's still got what it takes to be a hero. However, as the situation becomes increasingly dire, Darkwing is forced to confront his doubts and rediscover the courage and determination that made him a hero in the first place.
Overall, The Duck Knight Returns! is a fun and exciting episode that offers a nostalgic blast from the past while also delivering plenty of laughs and action. With the return of Darkwing Duck, and the introduction of several other classic characters from the original series, this episode is sure to please fans of all ages.