50th Anniversary DVDs announced

[mousepod]

Just posted over at ultimatedisney.com.
Four new DVDs to tie in with the Disneyland Anniversary.
The first one looks great!
Here's the full press release:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DISNEYLAND 50th ANNIVERSARY DVDs

DISNEYLAND - THE SECRETS, STORIES AND MAGIC OF THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH

VINTAGE MICKEY

THE BEST OF THE ORIGINAL MICKEY MOUSE CLUB

MICKEY MOUSE CLUB: THE BEST OF BRITNEY, JUSTIN, AND CHRISTINA

AVAILABLE ON JULY 12

BURBANK, Calif., April 13, 2005 – It’s Disneyland Resort’s 50th anniversary on July 17, and to celebrate the magic, Buena Vista Home Entertainment introduces four outstanding new DVD releases that capture the spirit of the world-famous “happiest place on earth.”

DISNEYLAND - THE SECRETS, STORIES AND MAGIC OF THE HAPPIEST PLACE ON EARTH
Here is a fantastic “behind-the-scenes’ look at Disneyland. This never-before-seen, feature-length program is a fun-filled, engaging and nostalgic look on the past 50 years at the happiest place on earth. Via the use of rare archival footage, new interviews, and through Walt’s own words, the creative magic, operational know-how, entertainment philosophies and strategies of this beloved American icon is revealed.

Bonus Features

• Wonderful World of Disneyland Trivia Game:
Through the magic of Disney DVD, journey to each realm of the Magic Kingdom and test your Disneyland knowledge. Be rewarded by seeing secrets revealed and visiting special locations such as Walt’s firehouse apartment, Club 33 or discover hidden Mickeys throughout the park.

• Disneyland U.S.A. at Radio City Music Hall:
1962, CinemaScope – Walt Disney interacts with Mickey Mouse at Radio City Music Hall.

• Disneyland Fun Sing-Along Songs:
Sing along with classic Disneyland songs such as “Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah” and “It’s A Small World”

• Extended Interviews

• In-Pack Premium:
Collectable replica of the original E-ticket book


VINTAGE MICKEY
Discover this feature-length compilation of Mickey’s best black & white appearances! Among the historic, classic films featured are “Steamboat Willie” (which introduced Mickey and Minnie), “Mickey’s Review” (which introduced Goofy), and many more of Walt Disney’s award-winning films.


MICKEY MOUSE CLUB: THE BEST OF BRITNEY, JUSTIN, AND CHRISTINA
This new DVD compiles the most entertaining episodes from the shows that featured the childhood performances of Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera. With concert footage and personal profiles from the stars’ home towns, this is the must-have DVD for any fan of these superstar performers.


THE BEST OF THE ORIGINAL MICKEY MOUSE CLUB
This great companion volume to “The Mickey Mouse Club: The Best of Britney, Justin and Christina” features many of the best episodes from one of the highest rated children’s shows ever.
Here are the famous Mouseketeers, the mouse-ear hats, the music, the skits, and more. A visionary show that sparked a renaissance in children’s programming, the Mickey Mouse Club was a milestone for Walt Disney.
THE BEST OF THE ORIGINAL MICKEY MOUSE CLUB features favorite shows from the beloved original series.

STREET DATE: JULY 12, 2005
Direct prebook: May 17, 2005
Distributor prebook: May 31, 2005
Rated: Not yet rated. Bonus features not rated.

Suggested retail price:

Disneyland- Secrets and Stories Of The Happiest Place on Earth $19.99 (DVD)

Vintage Mickey $19.99 (DVD)

Mickey Mouse Club: The Best of Britney, Justin, And Christina $14.99 (DVD)

The Best of The Original Mickey Mouse Club $14.99 (DVD)

Walt Disney Home Entertainment is distributed by Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc., a recognized industry leader. Buena Vista Home Entertainment, Inc. is the marketing, sales and distribution company for Walt Disney, Touchstone, Hollywood Pictures, Miramax, Dimension and Buena Vista videocassettes and DVDs.

[Cadaverous Pallor]

What do the other 3 have to do with the 50th anniversary of the park? :rolleyes: Of course the first one sounds great.

[mousepod]

I'm curious about the "Collectable replica of the original E-ticket book".

Since there were no E-ticket attractions until 1959, of what will this be a replica?

[Not Afraid]

I believe (and I'm going from memory here) that the first actual E-Ticket attraction was the Subs in 1959. But, I probably should verify with research - I could be waaaay off.



And the first DVD is one step away from joining my collection.

[DisneyDaniel]

Cha-ching. Add the "Disneyland - The Secrets, Stories and Magic of the Happiest Place on Earth" DVD to the list of 50th anniversary must-haves.

But how do Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and Christina Aguilera "capture the spirit of the world-famous 'happiest place on earth'"? :rolleyes:

[€uroMeinke]

Well, I may not get a 50 hour party, but the Disney Company sure is coming up with 50th things for me to buy. Damn them.

[dsnylndmom]

The first dvd sounds wonderful
:snap:

[Bornieo: Fully Loaded]

Geez, once again no 70's Mickey Mouse Club!!

[Cadaverous Pallor]

Geez, once again no 70's Mickey Mouse Club!!They gotta save something for the next "never before seen" DVD.

OR

I guess there are some things that they just burned to a crisp rather than show again.

:cheers: