This Day in Disney History- June 30
Welcome back to our continuing journey through Disney history. Today we are looking at the events on this day in Disney history- June 30.
June 30th was a busier day in Disney history, with an important acquisition for the company, the opening of a new land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the debut of a new Disneyland attraction. So, let’s get started!
Busy Beaver Released (1931)
On this day in 1931, the Silly Symphony Busy Beaver was released.
In the cartoon, a group of happy beavers comes up with a way to build a dam.
Sea Scouts Released (1939)
On this day in 1939, the Donald Duck cartoon Sea Scouts was released.
In the cartoon, Donald imagines that he is an old-fashioned Navy Captain, despite having no idea how to sail.
Motor Mania Released (1950)
On this day in 1950, the Goofy short Motor Mania was released.
In the cartoon, Goofy plays the kind hearted Mr. Walker, who turns into an angry driver named Mr. Wheeler when he gets behind the wheel of his car.
Million Dollar Duck Released (1971)
On this day in 1971, The Million Dollar Duck was released.
Starring Dean Jones, the film centered on a scientist named Professor Albert Dooley, who possesses a duck that lays golden eggs.
The Cat From Outer Space Released (1978)
On this day in 1978, the Disney film The Cat from Outer Space was released.
When a UFO crash lands on Earth, it turns out that the pilot is a cat-like alien.
Disney Acquires Miramax
On this day in 1993, Disney acquired the independent film production house Miramax Film.
For $60 million dollars, Disney acquired Miramax’s 200 films and agreed to finance all future productions. The company would sell Mirimax in 2010 for $663 million.
The Innoventions Dream Home Opens (2008)
On this day in 2008, The Innoventions Dream Home opened to the public at Disneyland.
The Tomorrowland attraction gave guests a look into a future state-of-the-art home.
Captain EO Returns To Tokyo Disneyland (2010)
On this day in 2010, Captain EO returned to Toyko Disneyland.
The 3D show returned in tribute to the recently deceased Michael Jackson. The film had originally run at Tokyo Disneyland from March 1987 until September 1996.
Captain EO Closes at Tokyo Disneyland (2014)
On this day in 2014, Captain EO closed at Tokyo Disneyland.
The attraction would be replaced with Stitch Encounter in the Spring of 2015.
Ghost of the Mountains Released (2017)
On this day in 2017, Ghost of the Mountains was released.
The Disneynature documentary focused on snow leopards in China.
Toy Story Land Opens (2018)
On this day in 2018, Toy Story Land officially opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
The 11-acre land featured new additions such as Slinky Dog Dash, Alien Swirling Saucers, and Woody’s Lunch Box.
The Lion King: Rhythm of the Pride Lands (2019)
On this day in 2019, The Lion King: Rhythm of the Pride Lands opened in Disneyland Paris.
The 30-minute musical stage show told the story of Disney’s The Lion King through song.
That concludes this day in Disney history- June 30. So, be sure to come back tomorrow to see what happens next!
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