Captain Crook

Captain Crook (later known as "The Captain" in the 1980s) is a character seen in the McDonaldland commercials from 1970-1987. He also makes a cameo appearance in the movie The Adventures of Ronald McDonald: McTreasure Island.

He was portrayed by Lenny Weinrib in costume, and voiced by Howard Morris.

History
In his early commercial appearances, he was a pirate villain who often wanted to steal McDonald's Filet O' Fish sandwiches, much like the Hamburglar steals McDonald's Hamburgers/Cheeseburgers. On occasion, the two have paired up together to get away with their plans. However, the only person standing in his way is Ronald McDonald, who has foiled his plans time and time again. In the end, Captain Crook apologizes for his mistakes, with Ronald forgiving him, and he does get to enjoy his filet o' fish sandwich after all.

After the 1977 Pufnstuf lawsuit, less and less of Captain Crook's villainy was seen, and he became more of a good character in the 1980s. Near the end of the decade, he along with a few other prominent McDonaldland characters, would be phased out completely.