Disney in 1998
Last Updated on: February 14th, 2023
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 1998. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.
Disney 1998 Movies Headlines:
In 1998, Disney released several movies, including:
- March 27 – Meet the Deedles
- June 19 – Mulan
- July 10 – Armageddon (Touchstone Pictures)
- November 25 – A Bug’s Life (Pixar)
- December 25 – Mighty Joe Young
1998 was a remarkable year for Disney films, particularly with the release of Mulan, which brought a new kind of Disney heroine to the screen, and A Bug’s Life, which continued Pixar’s success in computer animation.
Disney 1998 Parks Headlines:
Disneyland Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 1998:
- New Tomorrowland opened on May 22, featuring updated attractions like the Rocket Rods and the reimagined Astro Orbitor, aiming to bring a fresh, futuristic experience to guests.
- Disneyland continued to delight guests with its mix of classic attractions and seasonal events, maintaining its reputation as a premier theme park destination.
Disney World Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disney World in 1998:
- Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened on April 22, providing a unique theme park experience focused on nature and conservation. Key attractions included Kilimanjaro Safaris, Dinosaur, and Festival of the Lion King.
- Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin opened on October 7 in the Magic Kingdom, offering guests an interactive shooting game experience.
Disneyland Paris Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disneyland Paris in 1998:
- Disneyland Paris continued to draw guests from around the world with its unique blend of Disney magic and European charm, featuring beloved attractions and special events.
Disney 1998 Television Headlines:
Disney’s television programming in 1998 continued to offer high-quality family entertainment, with new shows quickly gaining popularity and existing favorites remaining strong.
New Disney Shows in 1998 included:
- The Famous Jett Jackson, which premiered on October 25, following the adventures of a teenage TV star.
- Hercules: The Animated Series, which premiered on August 31, continuing the adventures of the characters from the 1997 film.
Disney shows we lost in 1998 included:
- Gargoyles (final reruns aired)
New Disney Channel Original Movies in 1998 included:
Disney Interactive:
Disney Interactive had a notable presence in 1998, with the release of several popular video games and interactive experiences, including:
- Disney’s Mulan video game, based on the animated film, which was well-received for its engaging gameplay and faithful adaptation of the movie.
- A Bug’s Life video game, which accompanied the Pixar film’s release and received positive reviews for its gameplay and graphics.
Overall, 1998 was a significant year for Disney, highlighted by the release of iconic films like Mulan and A Bug’s Life, the opening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and the continued expansion of Disney’s television and interactive entertainment. This year truly demonstrated Disney’s ability to create magical experiences across all forms of entertainment.
1998 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 1998. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.
Disney Movies Released in 1998
Holy Man
Beauty and the Beast: Belle’s Magical World
Krippendorf’s Tribe
Simon Birch
Mafia!
Deep Rising
A Bug’s Life
Firelight
Brink!
Burn Hollywood Burn
Halloweentown
The Horse Whisperer
You Lucky Dog
The Waterboy
The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride
A Civil Action
The Parent Trap (1998)
Armageddon
I’ll Be Home For Christmas
Rushmore
Kiki’s Delivery Service
Six Days Seven Nights
Meet The Deedles
Snake Eyes
Mighty Joe Young
Beloved
Mulan
Enemy of the State
Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World
He Got Game
Disney Shows Released in 1998
Bug Juice
The Famous Jett Jackson
Off the Wall
Rolie Polie Olie
PB&J Otter
Sing Me a Story with Belle
Out of the Box
2 Hour Tour
Disney Songs Released in 1998
The Time of Your Life (Song)
“The Time of Your Life” is a song featured in the Pixar animated film, A Bug’s Life. The song is written by Randy Newman, who…
True to Your Heart (Song)
“True to Your Heart” is a delightful and upbeat song featured in Disney’s animated film “Mulan,” released in 1998. The song was written by Matthew…
Honor to Us All (Song)
“Honor to Us All” is a song from the Disney animated movie “Mulan“. The song is sung by a group of women, including Mulan, as…
I’ll Make a Man Out of You (Song)
“I’ll Make a Man Out of You” is a song from the 1998 Disney animated film “Mulan“. The song is performed by the character Captain…
Reflection (Song)
“Reflection” is a song from the soundtrack of the 1998 Disney animated film “Mulan“. The song was written by composer Matthew Wilder and lyricist David…
A Girl Worth Fighting For (Song)
“A Girl Worth Fighting For” is a lively and memorable song from Disney’s animated film “Mulan,” released in 1998. The song was composed by Matthew…
We Are One (Simba’s Pride) (Song)
“We Are One” is a song featured in the 1998 Disney animated film “The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride.” The song is performed by Simba…
He Lives in You (Song)
“He Lives in You” is a song from the stage adaptation of the 1994 Disney animated film “The Lion King“. The song was written by…
Love Will Find a Way (Song)
“Love Will Find a Way” is a song from the 1998 Disney animated film “The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride“. The song is performed by…
A Change in Me (Song)
“A Change in Me” is a song from the stage adaptation of Disney’s animated film “Beauty and the Beast“. The song was written by composer…
Beauty and the Bees (Song)
“Beauty and the Bees” is a song featured in the attraction “It’s Tough to be a Bug!” at Disney California Adventure and Disney’s Animal Kingdom…
It’s Tough to be a Bug (Song)
“It’s Tough to be a Bug” is a song from the Disney World attraction of the same name, which is based on the animated film…
Disney Attractions Opened in 1998
BET SoundStage Club | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the BET SoundStage Club at Walt Disney World’s Downtown Disney including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
McDonald’s in Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct McDonald’s restaurant at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Dino Sue | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Dino Sue attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Pangani Forest Exploration Trail | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Pangani Forest Exploration Trail attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Affection Section | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Affection Section attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Tree of Life | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Tree of Life attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Tusker House Restaurant | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Tusker House Restaurant restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Animal Kingdom including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
It’s Tough to be a Bug | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s It’s Tough to be a Bug show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Discovery River Boats | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Discovery River Boats at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Flights of Wonder | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s extinct Flights of Wonder attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin ride including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Boneyard | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Boneyard attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Festival of the Lion King | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Festival of the Lion King show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s extinct The Enchanted Tiki Room (Under New Management) show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Fantasmic! | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ Fantasmic! show including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Villains Lair | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Villains Lair attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Mulan – The Parade | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ extinct Mulan – The Parade including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Rocket Rods | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Rocket Rods attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Harambe Fruit Market | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Harambe Fruit Market restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Animal Kingdom including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port restaurant at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Flame Tree Barbecue | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Flame Tree Barbecue restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Animal Kingdom including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Mulan Parade | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Mulan Parade attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Dawa Bar | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Dawa Bar restaurant at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Animal Kingdom including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Innoventions | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Innoventions attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Conservation Station | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom park’s Conservation Station attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Disney Apps and Games Released in 1998
Star Wars: Rogue Squadron
More Star Wars: Rogue Squadron facts and stats than you will ever need to
know including news, release dates and more.
Mulan
Everything you ever wanted to know about
the video game Mulan. Get the latest player count, news, images,
videos, fun facts and more.
Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes
More Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes facts and stats than you
will ever need to know including news, release dates and more.
A Bug’s Life
Everything you ever wanted to know about
the video game A Bug’s Life. Get the latest player count, news,
images, videos, fun facts and more.