Colonel Sanders, usually fictionalized throughout media portraying KFC.
For detailed information about this series, see: KFC on Wikipedia
KFC (short for Kentucky Fried Chicken) is an American fast food restaurant chain headquartered that specializes in fried chicken. The chain is a subsidiary of Yum! Brands.
It is known for its series of commercials starring a fictionalized version of founder Colonel Sanders, as well as previous characters Frederick Fox and Charlie Hawk.
Commercial Use
1966 - Present
Video Game
- I Love You, Colonel Sanders! A Finger Lickin’ Good Dating Simulator (September 24th, 2019) for PC
Links to Other Series
Note: Only appearances of/references to characters associated with KFC count as links. Other appearances/mentions of KFC restaurants or products should not be added.
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Gadget | 1987 | Inspector Gadget meets KFC mascots Frederick Fox and Charlie Hawk in a 1987 commercial. | 1 |
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The Simpsons | 1993 | The Simpsons characters visit a KFC in a 1993 KFC commercial. The Colonel can be seen on KFC buckets in the commercial. | 2 |
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Friends | April 17, 1997 | Colonel Sanders is mentioned in the Friends episode: "The One with the Chick and a Duck". | 2 |
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The King of Queens | October 11, 1999 | Colonel Sanders is mentioned in the The King of Queens episode: "Parent Trapped". | 2 |
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Phantasy Star | February 24, 2010 | The Colonel from KFC is a recruitable character in Phantasy Star Portable 2 Infinity. | 1a |
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The Flash | October 9, 2015 | The Colonel of Two Worlds #1 is a comic crossover between Colonel Sanders and the Flash. | 1 |
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DBX | June 26, 2016 | Colonel Sanders has been a subject for DBX. | 2 |
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Green Lantern | July 2017 | KFC: Across the Universe #1 is a comic crossover between Colonel Sanders and Green Lantern. | 1 |
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WWE | October 17, 2017 | Colonel Sanders appears as a playable character in WWE 2K18. | 1 |
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Ragnarok (Daewon CI) | April 2, 2018 | The Colonel from KFC is an NPC in Ragnarok M Eternal Love. The Colonel gives you crafting recipes KFC-themed items. | 1 |
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General Hospital | June 6, 2018 | Colonel Sanders appears in an episode of General Hospital. | 1 |
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Mrs. Butterworth's | 2019 | Colonel Sanders dances with Mrs. Butterworth in commercials for KFC Chicken & Waffles. | 1 |
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Arknights | November 4, 2019 | Skins based on KFC are available in Arknights. The Colonel can be seen on KFC buckets in the game. | 2 |
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Neon Abyss | July 14, 2020 | In Neon Abyss, McTucky and McFamily is based on Colonel Sanders. | 3 |
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Arena of Valor | July 16, 2020 | The Colonel from KFC is a playable character in Arena of Valor. | 1 |
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Identity V | September 14, 2020 | KFC x Identity V is a collaboration between the two series where The Colonel, as well as Colonel KI (KFC's official eSports mascot) appear in Identity V, alongside costumes based on KFC appearing in the game. | 1 |
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Genshin Impact | March 6, 2021 | Genshin Impact x KFC is a crossover where KFC themed skins appear in Genshin Impact. Promotional artwork where an Unusual Hilichurl and Colonel Sanders interact was released. | 1 |
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Melvins Macabre | December 17, 2023 | KFC mascot memorabilia can be seen in the Melvins Macabre episode "NOSTALGIA". | 2 |
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MeatCanyon | February 21, 2024 | Colonel Sanders is parodied in the Papa Meat episode "The Worst Fanbase On The Internet". | 3 |
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Funko Fusion | September 13, 2024 | Colonel Sanders is a playable character in Funko Fusion. | 1 |
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Monster Hunter | November 14, 2025 | A pendant featuring a Felyne dressed as Colonel Sanders from KFC was released in Monster Hunter Wilds as part of a collaboration. | 2 |
Links to Non-Series Media
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Freddy Funko (Mascot) | July 20, 2019 | Official Funko Pop! Vinyl merchandise was released that featured Freddy Funko dressed in a Colonel Sanders costume. | 2 |