Duck Commander facts for kids
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Duck Commander, Inc. Headquarters
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| Founded | 1972 |
| Headquarters | West Monroe, Louisiana, U.S. |
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| Revenue | $40 million (2012) |
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Operating income
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$20 million (2012) |
| Owners | Willie Robertson, Jase Robertson, Phil Robertson, Jep Robertson |
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| Original work | Duckmen of Louisiana (1987) |
| Owner | Duck Commander |
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| Films | The Blind (2023) |
| Short films | Duckmen (1988–2017) |
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Duck Commander is an American company that makes gear for hunting and outdoor fun. It's located in West Monroe, Louisiana. Phil Robertson, a former football player, started the company in 1972. He invented and patented a special duck call called the Duck Commander.
For 25 years, Phil made duck calls from Louisiana cedar trees in an old boat. His third son, Willie Robertson, is now the company's boss. Willie and his wife, Korie, helped the business grow a lot. Besides duck hunting gear, they also make stuff for deer hunting (Buck Commander), fishing (Fin Commander), and turkey hunting (Strut Commander).
The Robertson family and their business are famous because of their many TV shows, movies, books, and video games. These include shows like Duck Commander and Duck Dynasty. A movie about Phil and his wife Kay, called The Blind, came out in 2023. The family also has popular podcasts.
Products They Make
Duck Commander and its related brands create many different products for outdoor activities.
Duck Commander Gear
This brand focuses on products for duck hunting.
Duck Calls
The most famous products are their duck calls, especially those designed by Phil Robertson and Jase Robertson. Duck calls are like small wind instruments. You need to learn how to use their special parts to make the right sounds. Popular calls include the original Duck Commander, the Jase Robertson Pro Series, and the Triple Threat.
Face Paint
Duck Commander also makes face paint, called Face Camo. Hunters, athletes, and even actors use it because it doesn't smudge easily.
Buck Commander Gear
Buck Commander is a brand for deer hunting. It offers items like cutting boards and different types of deer calls, such as the Lil' Doe Bleat call.
Fin Commander Gear
With the Fin Commander brand, they sell individual fishing lures and fish hooks for different kinds of fish like pan fish, bass, and trout. They also offer fishing kits.
Truck Commander Gear
Truck Commander sells accessories and parts for pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles, and off-road vehicles. These are made for people who love the outdoors. Products include floor mats and special decals.
Buck Truck
The Buck Truck is a special set of modifications for trucks like Ford, GMC, Chevrolet, and Toyota. It was created by Truck Hero and ROC & Design.
Other Cool Stuff
Duck Commander also has many other products, including clothes and toys. You can find Halloween costumes, Funko figures, and stuffed toys. They even partner with other brands, like Garrett Metal Detectors, to make special metal detectors.
Duck Commander in Media
The Robertson family and Duck Commander are well-known through many TV shows, movies, and other media. These productions often focus on outdoor activities, hunting, fishing, and reality TV.
TV Shows and Movies
The family has appeared in many television shows and films over the years.
| Year | Title | What it's about |
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| 1987–present | Duckmen | This is a series of videos, often released directly to video or online. The first one, "Duckmen of Louisiana," came out in 1987. These videos show duck hunting adventures. |
| 2009–present | Duck Commander | This show first aired on the Outdoor Channel. It features the Duck Commander team. |
| 2010–present | Buck Commander | This show, also on the Outdoor Channel, focuses on deer hunting. It sometimes features famous people like Luke Bryan. |
| 2012–2017 | Duck Dynasty | This was a very popular reality television show on A&E. It showed the daily lives of the Robertson family. |
| 2013 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! | The Robertsons appeared on this talk show. They even made a funny skit where they created a carrot call. |
| 2013 | Last Man Standing | The Robertsons were guest stars in an episode of this TV show. |
| 2013 | VeggieTales | Si Robertson narrated a Christmas episode of this animated show. He also appeared as a character. |
| 2014–2015 | Dancing with the Stars | Sadie Robertson was a contestant on this dance competition show. Other family members sometimes appeared to support her. |
| 2016–2017 | Jep & Jessica: Growing the Dynasty | This show followed Jep Robertson, Phil's youngest son, and his wife Jessica as they adopted a baby boy. |
| 2016–2017 | Going Si-ral | This show featured Si Robertson, Phil's brother, as he explored funny things on the Internet. |
| 2017–2022 | Into the Woods With Phil | This show, hosted by Phil Robertson, aired on Blaze Media. |
| 2021 | The Masked Singer | In this show, Willie Robertson performed as "The Mallard" in Season 6. He sang several popular songs. |
| 2022–present | Duck Family Treasure | This show is about metal detecting and history. It features Jase and Jep Robertson, along with Murray Crowe. |
Movies
The Blind (2023) The Blind is a movie from 2023 that tells the true story of how Phil and Kay Robertson met and started their life together. It was filmed in Louisiana.
Music Videos
The Robertsons have also appeared in music videos.
| Year | Title | Details |
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| 2013 | "Wagon Wheel" by Darius Rucker | In this video, Darius Rucker dreams that the Robertsons help him get to a concert. |
| 2015 | "Cut 'Em All" by Colt Ford | A Duck Commander duck call is heard in this song. Willie Robertson also appears in the music video. |
Video Games
The Duck Commander family has inspired several video games.
Duck Dynasty (2014) This hunting video game was released for computers and game consoles like PlayStation and Xbox. Players follow John Luke and a fictional cousin on hunting adventures. A different version for the Nintendo 3DS had a top-down view and different mini-games.
Duck Commander (2015) This was a handheld TV game that came with a light gun.
Duck Dynasty Slot Machine (2015) A slot machine based on Duck Dynasty was created for casinos. It included mini-games themed around frog hunting, archery, and duck hunting.
Music Albums
The Robertson family released a Christmas album called Duck the Halls: A Robertson Family Christmas in 2013. It was very popular, selling over 750,000 copies in the U.S. and reaching high spots on music charts. They also released a single called "Hairy Christmas" with Luke Bryan.
Podcasts
Several podcasts are produced by or about the Robertson family. These include Unashamed with Phil, Jase, and Alan Robertson, The Duck Call Room with Si, Martin, and Godwin, and WHOA That's Good Podcast by Sadie Robertson.
Sports Sponsorships
Duck Commander has also sponsored major sporting events.
Duck Commander 500
In 2014, Duck Commander became the main sponsor for the Duck Commander 500. This was a big NASCAR stock car race held at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas.
Duck Commander Independence Bowl
Also in 2014, Duck Commander bought the naming rights for the Independence Bowl. This is a college football game played every year in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Gallery
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Duck Commander Headquarters as seen on TV
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A tour view of Duck Commander Headquarters
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The entrance to Duck Commander Headquarters
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