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Harrison Ford and the Cookie Monster Perform Indiana Jones Theme; Video Goes Viral
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Harrison Ford and the Cookie Monster Perform Indiana Jones Theme; Video Goes Viral

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hollywood actor Harrison Ford and the Cookie Monster shared a moment singing the Indiana Jones theme song.
  • The video, filmed during Ford's appearance on Sesame Street in May 2026, has gone viral on social media.
  • Ford, dressed in his iconic Indiana Jones attire, joined the Muppet in a playful rendition of "The Raiders March."

A delightful and viral video shows Hollywood legend Harrison Ford sharing a musical moment with the beloved Sesame Street character, the Cookie Monster. The clip captures the 84-year-old actor embracing a playful mood as they perform the iconic theme song from Ford's famous role as Indiana Jones. The encounter took place during segments Ford recorded for Sesame Street in May 2026.

In the video, Ford, sporting the recognizable leather jacket and explorer's hat synonymous with Indiana Jones, is seen with the Cookie Monster. The Muppet, in a humorous turn, begins to enjoy his dessert in time with "The Raiders March," the memorable theme composed by John Williams in 1981. Ford, seemingly amused, joins in, acknowledging the tune with a smile, "I think I know this song."

The unexpected collaboration has charmed audiences online, with the video quickly gaining traction across social media platforms. It highlights a lighthearted and unexpected interaction between a veteran actor and a cherished children's television character, bringing a moment of joy and nostalgia to viewers.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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