The Magical World of Disney

- Season 1

(1954)

In this, the pilot episode for the long-running anthology series, Walt Disney presents a preview for both his upcoming park called Disneyland and several episodes of the show to come. Then the show focuses primarily on the career of Mickey Mouse.

Alice in Wonderland (1951) edited for television presentation.

Photographers use ingenious and innovative techniques to capture the magic of nature remaining on the American prairie. Reproduction, survival and the elements affecting life are shown in this magnificent Academy Award® - winning film.

Walt Disney takes a look at the story of the creation of Donald Duck and his later career.

So Dear to My Heart (1948) edited for television presentation.

As the episode implies, this episode is mostly about dogs. The first half of this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at "Lady and the Tramp", which would be released next summer. The second half is on the highlights of Disney's first canine star, Pluto.

Walt Disney tells the history of the exploration of the sea.

Davy seeks a truce with his foes, the Indians.

The Three Caballeros (1944) edited for television presentation.

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Treasure Island (1950) re-edited into a two-part television presentation.

Treasure Island (1950) re-edited into a two-part television presentation.

Excerpts from Fantasia and Pinocchio.

The second of five programs about Davy Crockett involves him being bored with life, so he and Georgie plan to resettle their families and file their claims. In town, Davy wins a gunfight against the town bully, Big Foot Mason, and, as a result, he becomes the town lawman.

Features the "The Wind in the Willows" section of The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949).

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Walt discusses the importance of music in his films, as he mentions important tunes from them, as well as provide emphasis on the music of the then-upcoming Lady and the Tramp (1955).

The third of five programs about Davy Crockett involves him, Georgie and a riverboat gambler they meet searching for a new adventure, which leads them to the Alamo, which they must defend.

One of the most popular episodes from Disneyland's first season, "From Aesop to Hans Christian Andersen" offers choice clips of past Disney cartoon shorts, based on famous fables, written by Aesop, La Fontaine, the Brothers Grimm, and Hans Christian Andersen. Excerpts include complete showings of The Tortoise and the Hare, The Country Cousin, The Ugly Duckling, and the Mickey Mouse short Brave Little Tailor, plus an excerpt of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

With a combination of documentary footage and animation, the science and history of rockets, and the effects of space travel on man are illustrated.

With the opening of Disneyland only days away, Walt provides a final look at the many details necessary to ensure that the Park will be ready.