The Pink Panther Jun 2026

The franchise began with the 1963 film The Pink Panther . Contrary to popular belief among younger fans, the "Pink Panther" was not originally a character, but a . The jewel earned its name because a flaw at its center resembled a leaping pink panther when viewed closely.

This is the story of how a simple production logo became a global icon.

The Pink Panther: A Legacy of Slapstick, Jazz, and Animation

is a rare beast in pop culture: a property that accidentally became three different things at once.

While the movie and the music were successes, the most enduring element of the franchise was born in the opening credits.