Disney in 1979

Last Updated on: October 25th, 2024

Disney in 1979 everything that happened (23)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 1979. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.

Disney 1979 Movies Headlines:

In 1979, Disney released several movies, including:

Overall, 1979 was a diverse year for Disney films, particularly with the release of The Black Hole, Disney’s foray into the science fiction genre, which featured advanced special effects and a darker tone compared to typical Disney films.

Disney 1979 Parks Headlines:

Disneyland Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 1979:

  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad opened on September 2, becoming a major new attraction in Frontierland, offering guests a thrilling mine train adventure.

Disney World Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disney World in 1979:

  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad began construction at the Magic Kingdom, set to open in 1980.
  • EPCOT Center continued to be under development, with an anticipated opening in 1982.

Disney 1979 Television Headlines:

Disney’s television programming in 1979 continued to offer high-quality family entertainment, building on its established reputation.

New Disney Shows in 1979 included:

  • The Wonderful World of Disney continued to entertain audiences with a variety of programming, from animated classics to live-action adventures.

Disney shows we lost in 1979 included:

  • There were no major television shows ending in 1979, as Disney’s television programming continued to maintain a strong presence.

Overall, 1979 was an important year for Disney, highlighted by the opening of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland, the release of several successful films, and the continued influence of Disney’s television programming. This year contributed to Disney’s ongoing legacy of creativity and entertainment.

1979 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 1979. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.

Disney Movies Released in 1979



Disney Shows Released in 1979



Disney Attractions Opened in 1979

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