Walt Disney had a serious interest in transportation and its future; Disneyland is filled with inventive ways to move guests. This passion also held true with his TV programs; the Tomorrowland episodes often focused on challenges of traffic and population growth.… Read more...
Operation Disneyland: An Ambitious Live TV Special
The opening day of Disneyland carries an infamous story of unexpected crowds, miscues, and chaos. Viewed through today’s lens 60 years later, the issues on July 17, 1955 are an aberration. Disney fans know the stories well, and it’s fun to consider the legendary park’s messy start.… Read more...
A Thrilling Future: Disney’s Man in Space Episode
Included as part of Tomorrowland: Disney in Space and Beyond from the Disney Treasures series, the famous “Man in Space” episode is a classic. Originally airing on March 9, 1955, it was one of four episodes of the Disneyland TV show on the DVD focused on space travel.… Read more...