Dick Dastardly is a fictional character from the animated television series Wacky Races, created by Hanna-Barbera. He is portrayed as a scheming and comically villainous racer who often tries to sabotage his competitors to win the race. Dastardly is known for his distinctive purple outfit, handlebar mustache, and his sidekick, Muttley, a snickering dog who often assists him in his schemes. In addition to Wacky Races, Dick Dastardly also appears in the spin-off series Dastardly and Muttley in Their Flying Machines. In this show, he is depicted as a World War I pilot attempting to capture a carrier pigeon named Yankee Doodle Pigeon. His plans are frequently thwarted, leading to humorous situations and slapstick comedy.