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Disney in 1995

Last Updated on: June 24th, 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 1995. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.

Disney 1995 Movies Headlines:

In 1995, Disney released several movies, including:

June 23 – Pocahontas
November 22 – Toy Story (Pixar’s first feature-length film)
April 7 – A Goofy Movie

Touchstone Pictures released several films in 1995, including:

March 3 – Man of the House
May 19 – Crimson Tide
July 21 – Operation Dumbo Drop
November 17 – Powder
December 22 – Nixon

Overall, 1995 was a monumental year for Disney, especially with the groundbreaking release of Toy Story, which marked the beginning of a new era in animation.

Disney 1995 Parks Headlines:

Disneyland Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 1995:

Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye opened on March 3, becoming an instant classic in Disneyland Park.

Disney World Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disney World in 1995:

Ellen’s Energy Adventure, featuring Ellen DeGeneres and Bill Nye, replaced the original Universe of Energy ride at EPCOT.
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror opened in Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 22.
Blizzard Beach, a new water park, opened on April 1, adding another exciting attraction to Disney World.

Disney 1995 Television Headlines:

New Disney Shows in 1995 included:

Gargoyles: The Goliath Chronicles (Season 3)
Timon & Pumbaa

Disney shows we lost in 1995 included:

Darkwing Duck (final episode aired)

New Disney Channel Original Movies in 1995 included:

The Babysitter’s Club
Escape to Witch Mountain (remake)

Disney Interactive:

1995 was also notable for Disney’s ventures into the interactive entertainment industry with the release of several video games, including Toy Story for various platforms, capitalizing on the movie’s popularity.

Overall, 1995 was a pivotal year for Disney, highlighted by the launch of Pixar’s first film, significant new attractions in the parks, and the continued expansion of Disney’s presence in television and interactive media.

1995 Archive

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 1995. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.

Disney Movies Released in 1995

Two Much

Operation Dumbo Drop

Mr. Holland’s Opus

Father of the Bride Part II

Pocahontas

Miami Rhapsody

Feast of July

The Big Green

Judge Dredd

Jefferson in Paris

A Goofy Movie

Houseguest

Mad Love

While You Were Sleeping

A Kid In King Arthur’s Court

Funny Bones

Bad Company

Unstrung Heroes

Dead Presidents

Toy Story

The Scarlet Letter

Dangerous Minds

Tom And Huck

The Tie That Binds

Crimson Tide

Frank And Ollie

Roommates

A Pyromaniac’s Love Story

Heavyweights

Powder

Disney Shows Released in 1995

The Shnookums & Meat Funny Cartoon

Timon & Pumbaa

Flash Forward

Disney Songs Released in 1995

Colors of the Wind (Song)

“Colors of the Wind” is a song from the 1995 Disney animated film “Pocahontas“. The song was written by Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, and…

Just Around the Riverbend disney song music

Just Around the Riverbend (Song)

“Just Around the Riverbend” is a song from the 1995 Disney animated film “Pocahontas“. The song was composed by Alan Menken and written by Stephen…

If I Never Knew You (Song)

“If I Never Knew You” is a song from the 1995 Disney animated film “Pocahontas“. The song was originally intended to be included in the…

Savages (Song)

“Savages” is a song from the 1995 Disney animated film “Pocahontas”. The song is performed during a climactic scene in the film, where tensions rise…

I Will Go Sailing No More disney song music

I Will Go Sailing No More (Song)

“I Will Go Sailing No More” is a song from the 1995 Disney-Pixar animated film “Toy Story“. The song is performed by the character Woody,…

Strange Things (Song)

“Strange Things” is a song from the 1995 Disney/Pixar animated film “Toy Story“. The song is performed by Randy Newman, who wrote the music and…

You've Got a Friend in Me disney song music

You’ve Got a Friend in Me (Song)

“You’ve Got a Friend in Me” is a song from the 1995 Disney-Pixar animated film, Toy Story. The song is written and performed by Randy…

Disney Attractions Opened in 1995

Casey’s Corner Restaurant | Disney World

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ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter | Extinct Disney World Attractions

ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s extinct ExtraTERRORestrial Alien Encounter attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Push the Talking Trash Can | Disney World

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Tomorrowland Light & Power Co Arcade - Extinct Disney World

Tomorrowland Light & Power Co Arcade | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s extinct Tomorrowland Light & Power Co Arcade attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

The Circle of Life | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s extinct The Circle of Life show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

The Spirit of Pocahontas | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct The Spirit of Pocahontas attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective – Live in Action - Extinct Disney World Show

Ace Ventura: Pet Detective – Live in Action | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ extinct Ace Ventura: Pet Detective – Live in Action Show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Indiana Jones Adventure | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Indiana Jones Adventure attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

The Spirit of Pocahontas - Extinct Disney World Show

The Spirit of Pocahontas | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ extinct The Spirit of Pocahontas Show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Fantasy Faire | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the Fantasy Faire shop at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Toy Story – The Parade - Extinct Disney World

Toy Story – The Parade | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ extinct Toy Story – The Parade including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

‘Ohana Restaurant | Polynesian Village Resort | Disney World

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Shula's Steak House (WDW Swan and Dolphin)

Shula’s Steak House | Swan & Dolphin | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Shula’s Steak House restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Swan and Dolphin including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

California Grill | Contemporary Resort | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Disney World restaurant California Grill including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!