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Disney in 1996

Last Updated on: June 22nd, 2024

disney in 1996 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 1996. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.

Disney 1996 Company Headlines:

1996 was a relatively quiet year for the Walt Disney company. Michael Eisner was still chugging along as CEO, on his own now to lead the company two years after his partner, Frank Wells, died in a tragic accident. A few notable occurrences for the company include:

Radio Disney launched in November 1996.
The Disney Store online launched in November 1996.
Michael Orvits resigned as President of the Walt Disney Company on December 12.

Disney 1996 Movies Headlines:

In 1996, Disney, Touchstone and Hollywood Pictures released several movies, including:

February 2 – White Squall
February 16 – Muppet Treasure Island
February 23 – Before and After
March 1 – Up Close and Personal
March 8 – Homeward Bound II: Lost in San Francisco
April 12 – James and the Giant Peach
April 19 – Celtic Pride
May 3 – Last Dance
May 24 – Spy Hard
May 31 – Eddie
June 7 – The Rock
June 21 – The Hunchback of Notre Dame
July 3 – Phenomenon
August 9 – Jack
August 20 – Mr Wrong
August 30 – First Kid
September 13 – The Rich Man’s Wife
October 4 – D3: The Mighty Ducks
October 25 – The Associate
November 8 – Ransom
November 22 – The War at Home
November 27 – 101 Dalmatians (live action)
December 12 – The Preacher’s Wife
December 25 – Evita

As was custom at this time, Disney also re-released a classic movie to theaters in 1989:

March 29 – Oliver & Company

Also in 1996, Disney won the following Oscars:

Best Original Score – Pocahontas
Best Original Song – Colors of the Wind (Pocahontas)
Special Achievement Award – Toy Story

Disney 1996 Parks Headlines:

Disneyland Headlines:

On November 25, the Main Street Electrical Parade makes its final performance.

Disney World Headlines:

On January 2, World of Motion closes at Epcot
On June 29, Mickey’s Starland at the Magic Kingdom is renamed Mickey’s Toontown Fair.
On July 1, Disney’s Boardwalk Inn opens along with a number of boardwalk attractions like the Trattoria al Forna, Flying Fish, Big River Grille & Brewing Works, and Ample Hills Creamery. Nightclubs: Jellyrolls, Atlantic Dance Club and ESPN Club.
On September 15, The Universe of Energy reopens with its new “Ellen” overlay
On September 25, the Grand Prix Raceway in the Magic Kingdom becomes the Tomorrowland Speedway
On October 1, The Barnstormer opens at the Magic Kingdom

1996 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 1996. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.

Disney Movies Released in 1996

Last Dance

101 Dalmatians

Jack

Little Indian Big City

Aladdin and the King of Thieves

Evita

Mr. Wrong

Eddie

Phenomenon

Before and After

Ransom

Celtic Pride

D3: The Mighty Ducks

The Preacher’s Wife

First Kid

White Squall

The War at Home

Homeward Bound II: Lost In San Francisco

The Rock

Up Close & Personal

James And The Giant Peach

Spy Hard

Boys

Muppet Treasure Island

The Associate

Kazaam

The Hunchback Of Notre Dame

The Rich Man’s Wife

Disney Shows Released in 1996

Audubon’s Animal Adventures

Disney’s Doug

Quack Pack

Amazing Animals

Disney Songs Released in 1996

Topsy Turvy (Song)

“Topsy Turvy” is a song from Disney’s 1996 animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The song is sung by the film’s ensemble cast and…

The Bells of Notre Dame disney song music

The Bells of Notre Dame (Song)

“The Bells of Notre Dame” is a song from the 1996 Disney animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The film is based on the…

A Guy Like You (Song)

“A Guy Like You” is a song from the Disney animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The song was written by composer Alan Menken…

Hellfire (Song)

“Hellfire” is a song from the 1996 Disney animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The song is performed by the character of Frollo, the…

Out There (Song)

“Out There” is a song from the Disney animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The song was written by composer Alan Menken and lyricist…

Family (Song)

“Family” is a song from the 1996 film “James and the Giant Peach“. The song was written by Randy Newman, who also wrote the score…

My Name is James (Song)

“My Name is James” is a delightful and heartwarming song from Disney’s animated film “James and the Giant Peach,” released in 1996. The song was…

Eating the Peach (Song)

“Eating the Peach” is a song from the 1996 stop-motion animated film “James and the Giant Peach“. The song was composed by Randy Newman, who…

God Help the Outcasts (Song)

“God Help the Outcasts” is a song from the 1996 Disney animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The song is performed by the film’s…

Someday (Song)

“Someday” is a song from the 1996 Disney animated film “The Hunchback of Notre Dame“. The song is performed by Esmeralda, Quasimodo, and Phoebus, and…

Disney Attractions Opened in 1996

Ariel’s Grotto in Triton’s Garden | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Ariel’s Grotto in Triton’s Garden attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Rainforest Cafe – Lava Lounge | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Rainforest Cafe – Lava Lounge restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Ariel’s Grotto – Extinct Disneyland Attractions

Ariel’s Grotto | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Ariel’s Grotto restaurant at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Rainforest Cafe At Disney Springs Marketplace | Disney World

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

Ye Olde Christmas Shoppe | Disney World

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

The Barnstormer | Disney World

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

Sir Mickeys | Disney World

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

Minnie’s House | Disney World

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

Donald’s Boat | Disney World

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

Remember the Magic Parade - Extinct Disney World Attractions

Remember the Magic Parade | Disney World

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

Ellen’s Energy Adventure | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s extinct Ellen’s Energy Adventure attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Toy Story Funhouse | Disneyland

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

The Hunchback of Notre Dame – A Musical Adventure - Extinct Disney World Show

The Hunchback of Notre Dame – A Musical Adventure | Disney World

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

Hamm’s Theater with “Hamm’s All-Doll Revue” | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Hamm’s Theater with “Hamm’s All-Doll Revue” attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

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

Festival of Fools | Disneyland

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

Big River Grille and Brewing Works (Disney World)

Big River Grille and Brewing Works | Disney’s BoardWalk Inn | Disney World

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

Dalmatian Celebration | Disneyland

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

Flying Fish | Disney’s BoardWalk Inn | Disney World

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