Main Street Cinema | Disneyland

Last Updated on: March 26th, 2024

At the Main Street Cinema, transport yourself back to the Golden Age of Cinema at this nostalgic movie theater located
along Main Street, U.S.A.

Beneath a vibrant, lightbulb illuminated marquee, make your way inside an elegant Victorian-inspired brick building
that recalls the great motion picture houses of yesteryear. Inside the theater, view 6 separate movie screens projecting some of Walt Disney’s earliest animated efforts.

6 Great Walt Disney Cartoons
Starring Mickey Mouse and a familiar roster of beloved Disney characters, the classic films that screen continuously throughout the day at Main Street Cinema include:

  • Steamboat Willie, 1928
  • Plane Crazy, 1928
  • The Moose Hunt, 1931
  • Traffic Troubles, 1931
  • The Dognapper, 1934
  • Mickey’s Polo Team, 1936

Walt Disney opened Main Street Cinema on July 17, 1955 to both introduce a new generation to the bygone era of early moviemaking and rekindle a nostalgic spark in those who had witnessed it firsthand. Today, the theater—and films that play there—provide an eye-opening glimpse into what movie-going was once like.

Fun Facts

  • The Main Street Cinema is a charming and nostalgic attraction located on Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland in Anaheim, California.
  • It originally opened with the park on July 17, 1955, and is one of the few remaining opening-day attractions at Disneyland.
  • The cinema showcases classic Disney animated short films in black and white, featuring beloved characters like Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and more.
  • One of the unique features of the Main Street Cinema is the ability to step inside and watch the vintage cartoons in a cozy and air-conditioned environment, providing a moment of relaxation and nostalgia.
  • Guests can enjoy these timeless Disney shorts on continuous loop, making it a perfect spot to escape the crowds and take a trip down memory lane while exploring Main Street, U.S.A.

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