One Magic Christmas (1985)

One Magic Christmas was generally released on November 22, 1985. Produced by Walt Disney Pictures in association with Silver Screen Partners II and Telefilm Canada and distributed by Buena Vista Distribution. 

In One Magic Christmas, Ginny Grainger is a hardworking mother struggling to keep her family afloat during a difficult holiday season. Feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from the joy of Christmas, she’s lost sight of the magic her children still believe in. When a gentle Christmas angel named Gideon is sent to watch over the family, small moments of wonder begin to unfold. Through unexpected encounters and quiet acts of kindness, Ginny slowly discovers there may still be room for hope, gratitude, and a little Christmas magic in her life.

Toy Story (1995)

Toy Story was the first animated feature film produced by Pixar Animation Studios. Premiered on November 19, 1995, at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles, California. Pixar Animation Studios held its own premiere on November 20, 1995, at the Regency Center in San Francisco, California. Generally released in theaters on November 22, 1995. Produced by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Buena Vista Pictures Distribution. The first animated feature film from Pixar Animation Studios, as well as the first animated feature film to be entirely completed on computers. 

Woody, a devoted cowboy doll who has long been Andy’s favorite toy, until a flashy new space ranger, Buzz Lightyear, who arrives and unintentionally threatens his place. When rivalry turns into an accident that leaves both toys lost, Woody and Buzz must work together to find their way back to Andy. Along the journey, they confront danger, self-doubt, and the realization that being a toy is about loyalty, friendship, and purpose. Their adventure ultimately transforms them from rivals into true friends.

102 Dalmatians (2000)

102 Dalmatians premiered on November 13, 2000, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, New York. Released in theaters on November 22, 2000. Produced by Walt Disney Pictures and distributed by Buena Vista Pictures Distribution. It is the sequel to the 1996 Walt Disney Pictures film 101 Dalmatians, which was a live-action remake of the 1961 animated feature film of the same name. Based upon the 1956 novel “The One Hundred and One Dalmatians” by Dodie Smith. 

Cruella de Vil is released from prison, seemingly cured of her puppy-napping ways. However, the sound of Big Ben triggers her old obsession, sending her back into a scheme to capture more Dalmatian puppies for an extravagant fur coat. Dog-loving parole officer Chloe Simon and her Dalmatians, along with the clever Oddball, the only puppy without spots, team up to stop her. 

The Rescuers Down Under (1990)

The Rescuers Down Under was the 29th animated feature film produced by Disney. Released in theaters on November 16, 1990. It was released along with the Mickey Mouse cartoon short film, The Prince and the Pauper. It is the sequel to the 1977 Walt Disney Productions animated feature film The Rescuers. Produced by Walt Disney Productions in association with Silver Screen Productions IV and distributed by Buena Vista Distribution. Based on a series of books by Margery Sharp, including The Rescuers (1959) and Miss Bianca (1962). The first feature film to be completely created digitally, using the Computer Animation Production System (CAPS), which allowed the digital colorization of scanned elements, multi-plane backgrounds, and complex camera movements.

Fantasia (1940)

Fantasia was the third animated feature film by Disney. Premiered on November 13, 1940, at the Broadway Theatre in New York City, New York, and ran for forty-nine consecutive weeks, finishing with a total of fifty-seven weeks. The film made its West Coast debut on January 29, 1941, at the Carthay Circle Theatre in Los Angeles, California, and ran for thirty-nine weeks. The film also played at the Fulton Theatre in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the Geary Theatre in San Francisco, California, the Hannah Theatre in Cleveland, Ohio, the Majestic Theatre in Boston, Massachusetts, the Apollo Theatre in Chicago, Illinois, as well as being played in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Detroit, Michigan, Buffalo, New York, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C. The third animated feature film released by Walt Disney Productions and distributed by RKO Radio Pictures, Inc.

The film consists of eight animated segments set to pieces of classical music conducted by Leopold Stokowski, seven of which are performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra. Composer Deems Taylor serves as the film's Master of Ceremonies, introducing each live-action segment. Fantasia opens with live-action scenes of an orchestra tuning its instruments. Master of Ceremonies Deems Taylor enters the stage and introduces the program.

Welcome to the Disney Movie and Film Encyclopedia!

Welcome to the Disney Movie and Film Encyclopedia, your comprehensive guide to the magic, history, and creativity behind every corner of the Disney cinematic universe. Here, you’ll find in-depth reviews, behind-the-scenes insights, character spotlights, production history, and thoughtful analysis spanning animated classics, Pixar favorites, live-action adventures, sequels, spin-offs, and forgotten gems. Whether you’re a lifelong Disney fan or discovering these films for the first time, this encyclopedia is designed to be your go-to resource for exploring the stories that have inspired generations.

So which movies do I watch and post about, and in what order? In order to make it kind of random, I have decided to start with movies that are celebrating an anniversary that is 5, 10, 15, 20, etc. years. So for the remainder of 2025, that will be movies that were released in 1940, 1945, 1950, 1955, and so on. In 2026, it will be movies that were released in 1941, 1946, 1951, 1956 and so on. 

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