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Harrison Ford and Cookie Monster sing Indiana Jones theme tune

Harrison Ford and Sesame Street's Cookie Monster teamed up to hum the iconic Indiana Jones theme while munching on cookies, in a behind-the-scenes clip that has racked up 2.5 million views. Separately, Disney announced Ford will serve as the model for an animatronic in a new Indiana Jones ride at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom.

By Tertius News AI Desk 2 outlets · 2 articles Version 1 Coverage Aug 19–20, 2026 Published 5d ago

Harrison Ford and Cookie Monster’s Viral Duet

A behind-the-scenes clip featuring Harrison Ford and Sesame Street’s Cookie Monster has captured the internet’s attention. In the video, the furry blue Muppet, dressed as the famous fictional archaeologist, begins humming John Williams’s iconic composition “The Raiders March.” The 84-year-old actor then joins in, and the pair enthusiastically hums the melody while each holds a cookie.

The clip, taken when Ford appeared on the show earlier this year, was shared online by the Cookie Monster with the caption, “Me think me know this song.” It has gone viral, amassing 2.5 million views and drawing praise from fans. One user on X wrote, “This is so wholesome it gave me the feels,” while another commented, “Harrison Ford breaking his grumpy old man character and just having fun is always so great.” A third user declared, “This is genuinely one of the greatest things ever recorded.”

The lighthearted moment stands in contrast to Ford’s often-grumpy public persona, and the clip has been widely celebrated for its warmth and humor.

New Indiana Jones Attraction Announced

In other Indiana Jones news, Disney has announced a new attraction at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park. Ford will be featured as the “actual model” for the animatronic robot on the upcoming ride, titled Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent, currently under construction. In a pre-taped video message, Ford told fans, “I’m excited for you to see his next epic adventure.”

This marks the first time Ford’s likeness will be used in an Indiana Jones attraction at Disney parks. It remains unclear whether Ford will lend his voice to the ride, and a specific opening date has not yet been announced.

Ford played Indiana Jones in films spanning from 1981’s Raiders of the Lost Ark to 2023’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. The latter film was a critical and commercial disappointment for Disney and Lucasfilm, according to reports. Lucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy told Deadline that reviving the series is highly unlikely, saying, “I don’t think anybody is interested right now in exploring it.”

Ford’s most recent big-screen role was in Captain America: Brave New World as President Thaddeus Ross / Red Hulk. He currently stars in the TV show Shrinking, which was renewed for a fourth season in January.

How each outlet told it

Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC

Framing: The headline focuses on the viral nature of the Harrison Ford and Cookie Monster collaboration, using playful language ('Raiders of the Cookie Jar') to evoke the Indiana Jones franchise. — playful and enthusiastic, with phrases like 'breaking the internet' and 'in the best of ways', but also includes a neutral report of the ride announcement and Kennedy's comments.

Facts Included:

Harrison Ford teamed up with Sesame Street's Cookie Monster to sing the Indiana Jones theme tune while eating cookies.
The clip was shared online and has received 2.5 million views.
The clip was taken when Ford appeared on the show earlier this year.
Disney announced a new Indiana Jones attraction at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom.
Ford will be the 'actual model' for the animatronic robot on the ride.
Ford said, 'I'm excited for you to see his next epic adventure' in a pre-taped video message.
This marks the first time Ford's likeness will be used in an Indiana Jones attraction at Disney parks.
It is unclear if Ford will lend his voice to the ride.
A specific opening date for the ride has not been announced.
Ford played Indiana Jones in films from 1981's 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' to 2023's 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'.
The last film was a critical and commercial flop for Disney and Lucasfilm.
Lucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy told Deadline that reviving the series is highly unlikely, saying 'I don't think anybody is interested right now in exploring it'.
Ford's last big screen role was in 'Captain America: Brave New World' as President Thaddeus Ross / Red Hulk.
Ford currently stars in the TV show 'Shrinking', renewed for a fourth season in January.

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The Independent as of Aug 19, 2026, 7:47 PM UTC

Framing: The headline is descriptive and focuses on the two main figures in the clip, presenting the action directly. — neutral and descriptive, with a lighthearted focus on the viral clip.

Facts Included:

Harrison Ford and Cookie Monster hummed the Indiana Jones song while munching on cookies.
The clip has gone viral.
The clip was shared by the Cookie Monster.
The clip was taken when Ford appeared on the show earlier this year.
The clip shows the pair 'enthusiastically hummed the iconic melody' while holding a cookie.

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimHarrison Ford and Cookie Monster sang the Indiana Jones theme tune while eating cookies.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets) via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC, The Independent as of Aug 19, 2026, 7:47 PM UTC
ClaimThe clip was shared online by Cookie Monster and has received 2.5 million views.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimThe clip was taken when Ford appeared on the show earlier this year.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets) via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC, The Independent as of Aug 19, 2026, 7:47 PM UTC
ClaimThe clip has gone viral.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets) via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC, The Independent as of Aug 19, 2026, 7:47 PM UTC
ClaimDisney announced a new Indiana Jones attraction at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimFord will be the 'actual model' for the animatronic robot on the ride.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimFord said, 'I'm excited for you to see his next epic adventure' in a pre-taped video message.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimThis marks the first time Ford's likeness will be used in an Indiana Jones attraction at Disney parks.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimIt is unclear if Ford will lend his voice to the ride.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimA specific opening date for the ride has not been announced.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimFord played Indiana Jones in films from 1981's 'Raiders of the Lost Ark' to 2023's 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny'.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimThe last film, 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny', was a critical and commercial flop for Disney and Lucasfilm.	ConfidenceMedium	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimLucasfilm chief Kathleen Kennedy told Deadline that reviving the series is highly unlikely, saying 'I don't think anybody is interested right now in exploring it'.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimFord's last big screen role was in 'Captain America: Brave New World' as President Thaddeus Ross / Red Hulk.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC
ClaimFord currently stars in the TV show 'Shrinking', renewed for a fourth season in January.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via Euronews.com as of Aug 20, 2026, 12:01 PM UTC

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2 outlets · 2 articles consulted: Euronews.com, The Independent 15 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-08-20