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Disney in 1960

Last Updated on: November 1st, 2024

Disney in 1960 everything that happened (40) The Walt Disney Company has a rich and lengthy history with decades of amazing movies, shows, and park experiences.

Here is a quick rundown of everything that happened in the world of Disney in the year 1960. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.

Disney 1960 Movies Headlines:

In 1960, Disney released several movies, including:

January 21 – Third Man on the Mountain
March 10 – Toby Tyler, or Ten Weeks with a Circus
June 22 – Kidnapped
November 16 – Pollyanna
December 21 – Swiss Family Robinson

Overall, 1960 was a significant year for Disney films, with Pollyanna introducing Hayley Mills as a new Disney star and Swiss Family Robinson becoming a beloved family adventure classic.

Disney 1960 Parks Headlines:

Disneyland Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 1960:

The Submarine Voyage, the Monorail, and the Matterhorn Bobsleds, all of which opened in 1959, continued to draw large crowds in 1960, solidifying Disneyland’s reputation as a groundbreaking theme park.
The Nature’s Wonderland attraction opened, replacing the original Rainbow Caverns Mine Train, offering guests a more extensive and immersive experience in Frontierland.

Disney 1960 Television Headlines:

Disney’s television programming in 1960 continued to build on the success of its earlier series, providing family-friendly entertainment that captivated audiences.

New Disney Shows in 1960 included:

The Swamp Fox (1959–1961)
Daniel Boone miniseries continued airing new episodes.

Disney shows we lost in 1960 included:

The Davy Crockett series concluded, having made a significant cultural impact since its debut in 1954.

Overall, 1960 was an important year for Disney, highlighted by the release of several memorable films, the continued expansion and success of Disneyland, and the ongoing influence of Disney television programming. This year helped to cement Disney’s legacy as a leader in family entertainment.

1960 Archives

Here is the Internet’s largest rundown of all the Disney movies, TV shows, park attractions and more released or opened in the year 1960. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.