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We won't see this kind of wonderful work again with Smilin' Josh at the helm at Disney laying off writers, creatives, and Imagineers and pushing AI.
We won't see this kind of wonderful work again with Smilin' Josh at the helm at Disney laying off writers, creatives, and Imagineers and pushing AI.
On this date 92 years ago, "The Goddess of Spring" (1934) was released. The groundbreaking Silly Symphony short film proved to be an early attempt at animating a human figure, paving the way for "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (1937), which was released three years later.
November 3, 2026 at 6:52 PM
On this date 114 years ago, Bay Area native and Disney Legend Ollie Johnston was born. 🚂 Disney animator and art director Andy Gaskill captured the enduring friendship of train enthusiast Ollie (right) and fellow Disney Legend Frank Thomas in this caricature in our collection.
October 31, 2026 at 5:46 PM
November 2, 2026 at 8:48 PM
We're having a very colorful celebration for Disney Legend Tyrus Wong's 116th birthday! 🎨 Wong was instrumental in determining the look and feel of Walt Disney's "Bambi" (1942), which celebrates its 85th anniversary next year.
October 25, 2026 at 7:20 PM
So a long, long while ago someone gave me some old photos of WED Imagineers at work (can't remember who, but thanks!). I shall now post them here for Tom and all of you to pore over!
Well, let’s seem ‘em!!
October 25, 2026 at 10:21 PM
'The Music of EPCOT' is now on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. 23 tracks, just over an hour, closing with Walt Disney from 1967.
https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/Epcot/news/23oct2026-the-music-of-epcot-album-is-available-now-on-streaming-platforms.htm
https://www.wdwmagic.com/attractions/Epcot/news/23oct2026-the-music-of-epcot-album-is-available-now-on-streaming-platforms.htm
October 23, 2026 at 5:09 PM
On this date 84 years ago, Disney Legend Annette Funicello was born. In addition to her successful film and music career, Funicello got her big television break on the "Mickey Mouse Club", and returned for other Disney shows "Zorro", "The Horsemasters", and "Elfego Baca". 📺
October 22, 2026 at 7:26 PM
Annette Funicello born today, Oct 22, in 1942.
Over 30 roles including The Shaggy Dog, Beach Party, Muscle Beach Party, Bikini Beach, Beach Blanket Bingo, and How to Stuff Wild Bikini.
#Disney #botd https://www.classicmoviehub.com/bio/annette-funicello/
Over 30 roles including The Shaggy Dog, Beach Party, Muscle Beach Party, Bikini Beach, Beach Blanket Bingo, and How to Stuff Wild Bikini.
#Disney #botd https://www.classicmoviehub.com/bio/annette-funicello/
October 22, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Disney's DUMBO had its world premiere in New York City on October 23, 1941.
October 23, 2026 at 5:15 PM
It's a whimsical Wednesday as we celebrate Disney Legend Mary Blair's birthday ✨ What is your favorite Mary Blair project?
October 21, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Walt Disney's animated musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book had its world premiere on October 18, 1967.
October 18, 2026 at 3:49 PM
On this date 103 years ago, the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio was established. Less than a year later, Walt wrote to an old Kansas City colleague who would become an inextricable part of the Disney Studios' success—Disney Legend Ub Iwerks.
October 17, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Celebrating Angela Lansbury, born Oct 16, 1925!
Over 110 roles including Gaslight, The Manchurian Candidate, The Court Jester, The Long Hot Summer, State of the Union, The Harvey Girls, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Death on the Nile, Nanny McPhee — and, of course, TV's Murder, She Wrote!
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Over 110 roles including Gaslight, The Manchurian Candidate, The Court Jester, The Long Hot Summer, State of the Union, The Harvey Girls, Bedknobs and Broomsticks, Death on the Nile, Nanny McPhee — and, of course, TV's Murder, She Wrote!
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October 17, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Producer Bill Anderson born Oct 12, 1911! Over 30 credits including Swiss Family Robinson, The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes, The Happiest Millionaire, Old Yeller (associate producer), the Zorro TV series, The Barefoot Executive, The Shaggy D.A., The Apple Dumpling Gang and more!
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October 12, 2026 at 10:36 PM
Production still of Kevin Corcoran and Hayley Mills in "Pollyanna", 1960
October 3, 2026 at 1:48 PM
PEGGY LEE with “He’s A Tramp” for
LADY AND THE TRAMP (1955)
LADY AND THE TRAMP (1955)
October 3, 2026 at 1:57 PM
#BOTD 1935 – Julie Andrews, (b. Wells), age 91, English actress, singer.
Mary Poppins (1964 Oscar) Nominations: The Sound of Music (1966) Victor/Victoria (1982)
Stage: My Fair Lady * Camelot Film: #Hitchcock Torn Curtain * Thoroughly Modern Millie * Star! * Darling Lili * 10 * The Princess Dairies
Mary Poppins (1964 Oscar) Nominations: The Sound of Music (1966) Victor/Victoria (1982)
Stage: My Fair Lady * Camelot Film: #Hitchcock Torn Curtain * Thoroughly Modern Millie * Star! * Darling Lili * 10 * The Princess Dairies
October 1, 2026 at 12:06 PM
Auctions start to end tonight, right around the time our livestream will wrap up, so why not place some bids and drop by the stream? We'll be taking a little trip to Tokyo DisneySea! Find out more at patreon.com/progresscityusa
September 27, 2026 at 8:19 PM
Hayley Mills and Kevin Corcoran in a production still for "Pollyanna", 1960
September 26, 2026 at 12:55 PM
Studio publicity photo of Hayley Mills for "In Search of the Castaways", 1962
September 26, 2026 at 12:55 PM
MARY POPPINS opened on this day in 1964 and became Walt Disney's crowning live-action achievement. A star-making turn from Julie Andrews, and a film still loved generations later. The story of how it was made is a great read on the ATRM site. alltherightmovies.com/feature/45-i...
45 Interesting Facts About Mary Poppins - Behind the Scenes
The story behind Disney's beloved classic in 40 huge facts about Mary Poppins, from casting battles to P.L. Travers' fury.
alltherightmovies.com
September 24, 2026 at 12:44 PM
"The world is a carousel of color!" 🌈 On this date 65 years ago, "Walt Disney's Wonderful World of Color" premiered on NBC.
September 24, 2026 at 5:17 PM
It’s time for a new episode of Mousterpiece Melodies! This time, @scottrenshaw.bsky.social and I shake things up, as we discuss the songs of Disneyland with special guest @progresscityusa.com: mousterpiecemelodies.podbean.com/e/mousterpie...
Mousterpiece Melodies -- Episode 31: The Songs of Disneyland | Mousterpiece Melodies
Hello, friends! It's time for a brand-new episode of Mousterpiece Melodies, and Scott and Josh are shaking things up a bit this time around. While they typically discuss the songs of a specific movie,...
mousterpiecemelodies.podbean.com
September 23, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Director James Neilson and Hayley Mills in Crete during filming for "The Moon-Spinners" in 1963
September 22, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Have a listen! This was a lot of fun to do! Thanks to the guys for having me.
It’s time for a new episode of Mousterpiece Melodies! This time, @scottrenshaw.bsky.social and I shake things up, as we discuss the songs of Disneyland with special guest @progresscityusa.com: mousterpiecemelodies.podbean.com/e/mousterpie...
September 21, 2026 at 4:58 PM