Disney in 1983
Last Updated on: June 22nd, 2024
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 1983. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.
Disney 1983 Movies Headlines:
In 1983, Disney released several movies, including:
- July 15 – Trenchcoat
- August 5 – Never Cry Wolf
- December 16 – Something Wicked This Way Comes
- December 16 – Mickey’s Christmas Carol
1983 was a significant year for Disney films, particularly with the release of Mickey’s Christmas Carol, which marked Mickey Mouse’s return to the big screen after a 30-year hiatus.
Disney 1983 Parks Headlines:
Disneyland Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 1983:
- Fantasyland underwent a major renovation, reopening on May 25. The updated Fantasyland featured new versions of classic attractions such as Peter Pan’s Flight, Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride, and Snow White’s Scary Adventures, along with a more immersive medieval village theme.
- Pinocchio’s Daring Journey, a new dark ride, opened in the renovated Fantasyland.
Disney World Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disney World in 1983:
- Journey into Imagination opened on March 5 in EPCOT Center, featuring the beloved characters Dreamfinder and Figment.
- Horizons, an attraction exploring visions of the future, opened on October 1 in EPCOT Center.
Also, Tokyo Disneyland opened on April 15 in Japan, marking Disney’s first international theme park and a significant milestone in the company’s global expansion.
Disney 1983 Television Headlines:
Disney’s television programming in 1983 continued to offer high-quality family entertainment, with the introduction of the Disney Channel providing a new way for audiences to enjoy Disney content.
New Disney Shows in 1983 included:
- Disney Channel, a new cable television network, launched on April 18, providing a dedicated platform for Disney content, including animated series, live-action shows, and classic films.
Disney shows we lost in 1983 included:
- There were no major television shows ending in 1983, as Disney’s television programming continued to expand and evolve with the launch of the Disney Channel.
Overall, 1983 was a landmark year for Disney, highlighted by the opening of Tokyo Disneyland, the renovation of Fantasyland at Disneyland, the launch of the Disney Channel, and the release of memorable films like Mickey’s Christmas Carol. This year truly demonstrated Disney’s ability to innovate and create magical experiences across all forms of entertainment.
1983 Archives:
Here is the Internet’s largest rundown of all the Disney movies, TV shows, video games, park attractions and more released or opened in the year 1983. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.
Disney Movies Released in 1983
Trenchcoat
Mickey’s Christmas Carol
Never Cry Wolf
Something Wicked This Way Comes
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
Disney Shows Released in 1983
Mousercise
EPCOT Magazine
You and Me Kid
Contraption
Welcome to Pooh Corner
Disney Songs Released in 1983
New Horizons (Song)
“New Horizons” is a song that was created for the Horizons attraction at the Epcot theme park at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The…
The Right Side (Song)
Try a Little Something New (Song)
You’re the Only You (Song)
“You’re the Only You” is a song from the Disney television series “Welcome to Pooh Corner.” This show was part of the Disney Channel’s original…
One Little Spark (Song)
“One Little Spark” is a song from the Disney attraction “Journey into Imagination” at Epcot in Walt Disney World. The song was written by Richard…
Disney Attractions Opened in 1983
Horizons | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s extinct Horizons attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Journey Into Imagination | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s extinct Journey Into Imagination attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Mickey Mouse Character Parade | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s extinct Mickey Mouse Character Parade including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Village Haus Restaurant | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Village Haus Restaurant at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Pinocchio’s Daring Journey | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Pinocchio’s Daring Journey attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Mickey’s Christmas Chalet | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Mickey’s Christmas Chalet attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Geppetto’s Arts & Crafts | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Geppetto’s Arts & Crafts attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
House of the Whispering Willows | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s House of the Whispering Willows attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Disney Apps and Games Released in 1983
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