Golden Age 1937-1967
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs December 21, 1937 Disney
Walt Disney’s first full length animated feature. It began in 1934 and was adapted from the fairytale by the Grimm brothers. This movie won an Academy Honorary Away at the 11th Academy Awards. Shirley Temple presented the award to Walt Disney. The movie filled the need for children’s movies and was the beginning of the great film legacy of the Disney company. People today can still sing all the words to “Heighho” that was sung by the seven dwarves on their way to and from the diamond mine. Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disneyland have the ride Snow White Scary’s Adventure. This ride was also at Disney World in the Magic Kingdom but was removed to create the Fairytale Hall where the Princesses meet in 2014. Snow White is also a character that meets in the Disney Parks in the Magic Kingdom and Epcot. Snow White and the dwarves can also be seen in the Festival of Fantasy Parade. The Seven Dwarves Mine Train opened in 2013 as a roller coaster, this is also in the Magic Kingdom in Disney World. The TV show Once Upon a time that premiered on ABC network in the fall of 2011 has many characters from this movie. Snow White, Charming, the evil Queen, and the seven dwarves all appear on the show.
Walt Disney’s first full length animated feature. It began in 1934 and was adapted from the fairytale by the Grimm brothers. This movie won an Academy Honorary Away at the 11th Academy Awards. Shirley Temple presented the award to Walt Disney. The movie filled the need for children’s movies and was the beginning of the great film legacy of the Disney company. People today can still sing all the words to “Heighho” that was sung by the seven dwarves on their way to and from the diamond mine. Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disneyland have the ride Snow White Scary’s Adventure. This ride was also at Disney World in the Magic Kingdom but was removed to create the Fairytale Hall where the Princesses meet in 2014. Snow White is also a character that meets in the Disney Parks in the Magic Kingdom and Epcot. Snow White and the dwarves can also be seen in the Festival of Fantasy Parade. The Seven Dwarves Mine Train opened in 2013 as a roller coaster, this is also in the Magic Kingdom in Disney World. The TV show Once Upon a time that premiered on ABC network in the fall of 2011 has many characters from this movie. Snow White, Charming, the evil Queen, and the seven dwarves all appear on the show.
Pinocchio February 7, 1940 Disney
Disney’s second full length feature. It is based upon the Italian children’s novel The Adventure of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi. This movie did not have the box office success that the first Disney movie had but over the years it has become a classic. The movie was intended to be the third movie after Bambi but became the second after plans for Bambi had to be put on hold. A translated version of the novel was given to Walt in 1937 and work on the movie began shortly after. The very popular “When You Wish Upon A Star” is form this movie, this song is often hear in Disney ads or in the Disney Parks. This movie is also memorable for having multiple villains such as Honest John, Gideon, Stromboli, and Monstro the whale. Currently Pinocchio has a quick service restaurant in Disney World in Florida, he also meets sometimes at the Magic Kingdom and Epcot, and he can be seen in the Festival of Fantasy Parade. Pinocchio, Geppetto, and Jiminy Cricket are also characters on Once Upon a Time.
Disney’s second full length feature. It is based upon the Italian children’s novel The Adventure of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi. This movie did not have the box office success that the first Disney movie had but over the years it has become a classic. The movie was intended to be the third movie after Bambi but became the second after plans for Bambi had to be put on hold. A translated version of the novel was given to Walt in 1937 and work on the movie began shortly after. The very popular “When You Wish Upon A Star” is form this movie, this song is often hear in Disney ads or in the Disney Parks. This movie is also memorable for having multiple villains such as Honest John, Gideon, Stromboli, and Monstro the whale. Currently Pinocchio has a quick service restaurant in Disney World in Florida, he also meets sometimes at the Magic Kingdom and Epcot, and he can be seen in the Festival of Fantasy Parade. Pinocchio, Geppetto, and Jiminy Cricket are also characters on Once Upon a Time.
Fantasia November 13, 1940 Disney
This is Disney’s third full length feature. This movie received great reviews from critics but the mainstream crowd did not appreciate the movie. This movie is in sections: Nutcracker Suite, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Rite of Spring, Pastoral Symphony, Dance of the Hours, Night on Bald Mountain. Fans of Disney will be very familiar with The Sorcerer’s Apprentice since it features Mickey Mouse. This sequence is used in the Mickey’s PhilharMagic Show at the Magic Kingdom. This movie won two Academy Honorary Awards. Fantasia was re-released under the name Fantasia 2000. Sorcer Mickey meets at Hollywood Studios and is also featured in the show Fantasmic.
This is Disney’s third full length feature. This movie received great reviews from critics but the mainstream crowd did not appreciate the movie. This movie is in sections: Nutcracker Suite, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Rite of Spring, Pastoral Symphony, Dance of the Hours, Night on Bald Mountain. Fans of Disney will be very familiar with The Sorcerer’s Apprentice since it features Mickey Mouse. This sequence is used in the Mickey’s PhilharMagic Show at the Magic Kingdom. This movie won two Academy Honorary Awards. Fantasia was re-released under the name Fantasia 2000. Sorcer Mickey meets at Hollywood Studios and is also featured in the show Fantasmic.
Dumbo October 23, 1941 Disney
This movie was not as big box office success when it came out, this movie was made quickly to help bring in the money Fantasia did not. Dumbo was brought out since production for Bambi was taking longer then expected since they were using live animals as models. This is one of those movies that gives every a good feeling and is one of the shortest Disney movies. Dumbo is treated badly by the other elephants but with the help of his friend Timothy Mouse he uses his big ears to make himself a star and free his mother. Dumbo was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Scoring of a Musical Picture (win) and Best Original Song. This movie has the iconic Dumbo ride at all of the Disney parks. With the new Fantasyland expansion there is now 2 Dumbo rides at Disney World.
This movie was not as big box office success when it came out, this movie was made quickly to help bring in the money Fantasia did not. Dumbo was brought out since production for Bambi was taking longer then expected since they were using live animals as models. This is one of those movies that gives every a good feeling and is one of the shortest Disney movies. Dumbo is treated badly by the other elephants but with the help of his friend Timothy Mouse he uses his big ears to make himself a star and free his mother. Dumbo was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Scoring of a Musical Picture (win) and Best Original Song. This movie has the iconic Dumbo ride at all of the Disney parks. With the new Fantasyland expansion there is now 2 Dumbo rides at Disney World.
Bambi August 13, 1942 Disney
This is a Disney classic that is great for children of all ages but usually causes the adults to cry. Bambi was in production for many years at the Disney Studios since the animators were using real animals as models for the sketches. The movie is based on the book Bambi, A Life in the Woods by Felix Salten. This movie won three Academy Award nominations for Best Sound, Best Song, and Original Score. Disney acquired the rights in 1937 but did not begin production on the movie till 1939.
This is a Disney classic that is great for children of all ages but usually causes the adults to cry. Bambi was in production for many years at the Disney Studios since the animators were using real animals as models for the sketches. The movie is based on the book Bambi, A Life in the Woods by Felix Salten. This movie won three Academy Award nominations for Best Sound, Best Song, and Original Score. Disney acquired the rights in 1937 but did not begin production on the movie till 1939.
Saludos Amigos August 24, 1942 Disney
This movie is different from the Disney movies to date. Salads Amigos is a combination of live action and animation. The movie is a travel guide to South America. Donald makes an appearance as a tourist and Goofy as a cowboy. This movie is sold together with The Three Caballeros on one disc. The premiere date in 1924 is in South America and the American premiere was February 6, 1943. The movie was nominated for three Academy Awards for Best Musical Score, Best Original Song, and Best Sound Recording.
The Three Caballeros December 21, 1944 Disney
Due to the success of Salads Amigos Disney decided to do another South American movie. This movie is both animation and live action. The 1944 premiere date is for South America where the American premiere is February 3, 1945. This movie is the inspiration for the boat ride in the Mexican pavilion in Epcot. The movie was nominated for two Oscars for Best Musical Score and Best Sound Recording.
This movie is different from the Disney movies to date. Salads Amigos is a combination of live action and animation. The movie is a travel guide to South America. Donald makes an appearance as a tourist and Goofy as a cowboy. This movie is sold together with The Three Caballeros on one disc. The premiere date in 1924 is in South America and the American premiere was February 6, 1943. The movie was nominated for three Academy Awards for Best Musical Score, Best Original Song, and Best Sound Recording.
The Three Caballeros December 21, 1944 Disney
Due to the success of Salads Amigos Disney decided to do another South American movie. This movie is both animation and live action. The 1944 premiere date is for South America where the American premiere is February 3, 1945. This movie is the inspiration for the boat ride in the Mexican pavilion in Epcot. The movie was nominated for two Oscars for Best Musical Score and Best Sound Recording.
Make Mine Music April 20, 1946 Disney
This is a movie with segments like Fantasia. The segments are: Martins and the Coys (this was edited out except in PAL versions), Blue Bayou, All the Cats Join In, Without You, Casey at the Bat, Two Silhouettes, Peter and the Wolf, After You’ve Gone, Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet, and The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met. In Disney World Casey’s Corner, a quick service restaurant, is named after the baseball player in the fifth segment. The segments were placed together since most of the animators had gone to fight in the war and the company did not have the money to invest in a typical full length feature. The film was also entered in Cannes Film Festival.
This is a movie with segments like Fantasia. The segments are: Martins and the Coys (this was edited out except in PAL versions), Blue Bayou, All the Cats Join In, Without You, Casey at the Bat, Two Silhouettes, Peter and the Wolf, After You’ve Gone, Johnnie Fedora and Alice Bluebonnet, and The Whale Who Wanted to Sing at the Met. In Disney World Casey’s Corner, a quick service restaurant, is named after the baseball player in the fifth segment. The segments were placed together since most of the animators had gone to fight in the war and the company did not have the money to invest in a typical full length feature. The film was also entered in Cannes Film Festival.
Fun and Fancy Free September 27, 1947 Disney
This is another movie with segments. The first is Bongo and the second is Mickey and the Beanstalk. This movie was the last time that Walt voiced Mickey Mouse. Mickey and the Beanstalk has been made into a short book and was re-released with other shorts.
This is another movie with segments. The first is Bongo and the second is Mickey and the Beanstalk. This movie was the last time that Walt voiced Mickey Mouse. Mickey and the Beanstalk has been made into a short book and was re-released with other shorts.
Melody Time May 27, 1948 Disney
Like previous movies Melody Time is made up of segments. The segments are: Once Upon a Wintertime, Bumble Boogie, The Legend of Johnny Appleseed, Little Toot, Trees, Blame it on the Samba, and Pecos Bill. Many of these segments are familiar because they are often played on TV at the Disney World resort hotels. The critical reviews of this movie were not as great as the previous films except for a segment or two. The Pecos Bill segment was later edited to remove the scenes of the character smoking.
Like previous movies Melody Time is made up of segments. The segments are: Once Upon a Wintertime, Bumble Boogie, The Legend of Johnny Appleseed, Little Toot, Trees, Blame it on the Samba, and Pecos Bill. Many of these segments are familiar because they are often played on TV at the Disney World resort hotels. The critical reviews of this movie were not as great as the previous films except for a segment or two. The Pecos Bill segment was later edited to remove the scenes of the character smoking.
The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad October 5, 1949 Disney
This film has two segments based upon books. The first is The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame and it was published in 1908. The second is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving and this segment was called Ichabod Crane. Both segments were used on the Disneyland TV show as separate segments in 1955. Ichabod Crane had an introduction that talked about the life of the author but this has never been released on video. The Wind in the Willows was shown with The Reluctant Dragon since both segments were based on a book by the same author. Mr. Toad used to have a ride at Disneyland and Disney World called Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. The ride in Disneyland still remains while the ride in Disney World closed in 1998 and is now The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh.
This film has two segments based upon books. The first is The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame and it was published in 1908. The second is The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving and this segment was called Ichabod Crane. Both segments were used on the Disneyland TV show as separate segments in 1955. Ichabod Crane had an introduction that talked about the life of the author but this has never been released on video. The Wind in the Willows was shown with The Reluctant Dragon since both segments were based on a book by the same author. Mr. Toad used to have a ride at Disneyland and Disney World called Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride. The ride in Disneyland still remains while the ride in Disney World closed in 1998 and is now The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh.
Cinderella February 15, 1950 Disney
Cinderella was a move desperately needed by Walt Disney Studios since they were 4 million dollars in debt. This was the company’s biggest money maker since Snow White. Based on the Charles Perrault fairytale “Cendrillon,” this was the feel good classic that brought Disney back to box office success and positive critic reviews. The movie has many familiar songs such as “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo” “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes” “The Work Song” “Cinderella” and “So This Is Love.” The movie is timeless and children of all ages enjoy it. The movie was notated for three Academy Awards: Best Sound, Original Music Score, and Best Song. To date there have been two sequels: “Cinderella II: Dreams Come True” in 2002 and “Cinderella III A Twist in Time” in 2007. In 2015 a live version came to theaters. Cinderella can be met in many of the Disney parks.
Cinderella was a move desperately needed by Walt Disney Studios since they were 4 million dollars in debt. This was the company’s biggest money maker since Snow White. Based on the Charles Perrault fairytale “Cendrillon,” this was the feel good classic that brought Disney back to box office success and positive critic reviews. The movie has many familiar songs such as “Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo” “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes” “The Work Song” “Cinderella” and “So This Is Love.” The movie is timeless and children of all ages enjoy it. The movie was notated for three Academy Awards: Best Sound, Original Music Score, and Best Song. To date there have been two sequels: “Cinderella II: Dreams Come True” in 2002 and “Cinderella III A Twist in Time” in 2007. In 2015 a live version came to theaters. Cinderella can be met in many of the Disney parks.
Alice in Wonderland July 28, 1951 Disney
Alice in Wonderland is another movie based on a book. The book is based mostly on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’ Adventures in Wonderland and some bits from Through the Looking Glass. Critically the movie did not do well. Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit meet regularly in the Disney Parks. The Mad Tea Party or the Tea Cups is a Disney World and Disneyland ride. In 2010 Tim Burton filmed a live version of Alice In Wonderland staring Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, and Mia Wasikowska.
Alice in Wonderland is another movie based on a book. The book is based mostly on Lewis Carroll’s Alice’ Adventures in Wonderland and some bits from Through the Looking Glass. Critically the movie did not do well. Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit meet regularly in the Disney Parks. The Mad Tea Party or the Tea Cups is a Disney World and Disneyland ride. In 2010 Tim Burton filmed a live version of Alice In Wonderland staring Johnny Depp, Anne Hathaway, and Mia Wasikowska.
Peter Pan February 5, 1953 Disney
Peter Pan is another Disney movie that was originally a work written by an English author. J.M. Barrie wrote the play Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grown Up. This was the final movie that was released by RKO before Walt founded Buena Vista Distribution. The film had mixed reviews from critics. In recent years the film has been criticized for the racial stereotypes of the Native Americans. The ride Peter Pan’s Flight can be visited in Disneyland, Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disneyland. The ride is very popular. The sequel Return to Neverland came out on DVD in 2002.
Peter Pan is another Disney movie that was originally a work written by an English author. J.M. Barrie wrote the play Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grown Up. This was the final movie that was released by RKO before Walt founded Buena Vista Distribution. The film had mixed reviews from critics. In recent years the film has been criticized for the racial stereotypes of the Native Americans. The ride Peter Pan’s Flight can be visited in Disneyland, Disney World, Disneyland Paris, and Tokyo Disneyland. The ride is very popular. The sequel Return to Neverland came out on DVD in 2002.
Lady and the Tramp June 22, 1955 Disney
Lady and the Tramp is the first Disney movie released on Buena Vista Distribution and also the first movie filmed on CinemaScope widescreen film process. The film was based on Happy Dan, The Whistling Dog by Ward Green. One scene from the movie has become iconic, it is the scene where Lady and Tramp are eating spaghetti. In the Magic Kingdom is Tony’s Town Square restaurant which is Lady and the Tramp themed. In 2001 Lady and the Tramp 2:Scamp’s Adventure came out on DVD.
Lady and the Tramp is the first Disney movie released on Buena Vista Distribution and also the first movie filmed on CinemaScope widescreen film process. The film was based on Happy Dan, The Whistling Dog by Ward Green. One scene from the movie has become iconic, it is the scene where Lady and Tramp are eating spaghetti. In the Magic Kingdom is Tony’s Town Square restaurant which is Lady and the Tramp themed. In 2001 Lady and the Tramp 2:Scamp’s Adventure came out on DVD.
Sleeping Beauty January 29, 1959 Disney
Sleeping Beauty is another Disney movie based on books. The first is The Sleeping Beauty by Charles Perrault and the second is Little Briar Rose by The Brothers Grimm. Due to mixed reviews the Disney company decided against further fairytale movies for some years (30 years). It was the first movie to be photographed in the Super Techirama 70 widescreen process. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Scoring of a Musical Picture and a Grammy Award for Best Soundtrack Album. The film had a four year production time since Disneyland in California was being build at the same time. Sleeping Beauty's castle can be seen in every Disney park except Disney World.
Sleeping Beauty is another Disney movie based on books. The first is The Sleeping Beauty by Charles Perrault and the second is Little Briar Rose by The Brothers Grimm. Due to mixed reviews the Disney company decided against further fairytale movies for some years (30 years). It was the first movie to be photographed in the Super Techirama 70 widescreen process. The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Scoring of a Musical Picture and a Grammy Award for Best Soundtrack Album. The film had a four year production time since Disneyland in California was being build at the same time. Sleeping Beauty's castle can be seen in every Disney park except Disney World.
Disney One Hundred and One Dalmatians January 25, 1961
This film is based on the novel One Hundred and One Dalmatians by Dodie Smith. It was the biggest grossing film of 1961 and helped the film company after the setbacks from Sleeping Beauty. In 1996 a live action version of the movie was released with Glenn Close playing Cruella De Vil and a sequel to that was released in 2000. In the late 90s there was also a 101 Dalmatians TV show. In 2003 101 Dalmatians 2: Patch’s London Adventure came out on DVD.
This film is based on the novel One Hundred and One Dalmatians by Dodie Smith. It was the biggest grossing film of 1961 and helped the film company after the setbacks from Sleeping Beauty. In 1996 a live action version of the movie was released with Glenn Close playing Cruella De Vil and a sequel to that was released in 2000. In the late 90s there was also a 101 Dalmatians TV show. In 2003 101 Dalmatians 2: Patch’s London Adventure came out on DVD.
The Sword in the Stone December 25, 1963 Disney
This is the final Disney animated movie released before Walt Disney’s death. It is based on The Sword in the Stone by T.H. White. The movie was a success at the box office. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Score-Adaptation or Treatment. In Fantasyland near Prince Charming's Carousel you can attempt to pull the sword out of the stone. On the 2015-2016 season of Once Upon A Time, Arthur and Merlin are going to be characters.
This is the final Disney animated movie released before Walt Disney’s death. It is based on The Sword in the Stone by T.H. White. The movie was a success at the box office. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Score-Adaptation or Treatment. In Fantasyland near Prince Charming's Carousel you can attempt to pull the sword out of the stone. On the 2015-2016 season of Once Upon A Time, Arthur and Merlin are going to be characters.
The Jungle Book October 18, 1967 Disney
The Jungle Book is based on the Rudyard Kipling book with the same title. This was the last movie that Walt Disney produced and it was released 10 months after his death. In 1994 I live action Jungle Book was released. Another live action movie is currently in the works and the release date is in 2016. The film was released to positive critical reviews. In 2003 The Jungle Book 2 came out on DVD.
The Jungle Book is based on the Rudyard Kipling book with the same title. This was the last movie that Walt Disney produced and it was released 10 months after his death. In 1994 I live action Jungle Book was released. Another live action movie is currently in the works and the release date is in 2016. The film was released to positive critical reviews. In 2003 The Jungle Book 2 came out on DVD.
