Beagle Boys – Gold Key – 1964–1979 – Ongoing Series – #1–47

Beagle Boys (1964–1979)

📘 Series Summary

The first dedicated solo series for Disney's career criminals, the Beagle Boys. Published by Gold Key, the title follows the gang's endless (and usually botched) attempts to rob Uncle Scrooge's Money Bin. The series eventually expanded to include a massive family of specialized cousins, aunts, and the mischievous Beagle Brats.

⭐ Series Highlights

  • Villain Spotlights: One of the few Disney titles of the era to focus primarily on the antagonists rather than the heroes.
  • Specialized Cousins: Introduced various specialized Beagle relatives including Intellectual-176, Cousin Sweet Tooth, and Beagle Con Beagle.
  • Mad Madam Mim Team-Ups: The debut issue features a prominent crossover with The Sword in the Stone's Madam Mim.
  • Creative Mainstays: Features stories by Vic Lockman and Mark Evanier, with artwork by Pete Alvarado, Tony Strobl, and Kay Wright.
  • Pin-Up Back Covers: Early issues (1–7) are notable for featuring pin-up illustrations on the back covers rather than advertisements.
  • Extended Gags: Known for recurring backup features like "Monster Museum," "Keys of Knowledge," and "Picture Dictionary."