Which McDonaldland pirate was known for stealing Filet-O-Fish sandwiches?

Captain Crook was the McDonaldland pirate known for stealing Filet-O-Fish sandwiches.

Captain Crook debuted in 1971 as one of the fictional world’s main antagonists. His seafood-themed crime matched the product he targeted: Filet-O-Fish sandwiches. He was portrayed as a pirate captain and often appeared in commercials alongside other McDonaldland characters.

Captain Crook was also notable for understanding the Hamburglar’s original gibberish speech, making him an unusual interpreter in the fictional cast. In 1984, the character was redesigned with a more Muppet-like appearance, gained a parrot, and became associated with the S.S. Filet-O-Fish.

The character was used until 1985, when McDonald’s retired several older McDonaldland figures. The Hamburglar, by contrast, was the burger thief, while Officer Big Mac served as the law-enforcement character and Mayor McCheese was the town’s mayor.