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Disney in 2009

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 2009. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.

Disney 2009 Movies Headlines:

In 2009, Disney released several movies, including:

April 10 – Hannah Montana: The Movie
May 29 – Up (Pixar)
July 24 – G-Force
October 2 – Toy Story and Toy Story 2 (3D re-releases)
November 6 – A Christmas Carol
December 11 – The Princess and the Frog

Overall, 2009 was a fantastic year for Disney films, especially with the release of Up, which became an instant classic, and The Princess and the Frog, which marked Disney’s return to traditional hand-drawn animation.

Disney 2009 Parks Headlines:

Disneyland Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 2009:

Disney’s California Adventure began a major renovation and expansion, including the construction of Cars Land, set to open in 2012.

Disney World Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disney World in 2009:

The American Idol Experience opened on February 14 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, allowing guests to experience the excitement of auditioning and performing in front of a live audience.

Disney 2009 Television Headlines:

Disney’s television programming in 2009 continued to offer high-quality family entertainment, with new shows quickly gaining popularity and existing favorites remaining strong.

New Disney Shows in 2009 included:

Disney shows we lost in 2009 included:

Kim Possible (final episodes aired early in the year)
The Suite Life on Deck

New Disney Channel Original Movies in 2009 included:

Disney Interactive:

Disney Interactive had a strong year in 2009, with the release of several popular video games, including:

Overall, 2009 was a remarkable year for Disney, highlighted by the release of beloved films like Up and The Princess and the Frog, the introduction of exciting new attractions in the parks, and the continued success of Disney’s television programming. This year truly demonstrated Disney’s ability to create magical experiences across all forms of entertainment.

2009 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 2009. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.

Disney Movies Released in 2009

The Proposal

Trail Of The Panda

Surrogates

Disneynature: Earth

Confessions of a Shopaholic

G-Force

Up!

Hannah Montana: The Movie

Dadnapped

Jonas Brothers: The 3D Concert Experience

Hatching Pete

Lilly The Witch: The Dragon And The Magic Book

Princess Protection Program

Old Dogs

Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie

Race To Witch Mountain

Walt & El-Grupo

A Christmas Carol

The Princess And The Frog

Tinker Bell and the Lost Treasure

Disney Shows Released in 2009

Special Agent Oso

JONAS

Jungle Junction

Sonny with a Chance

Disney Songs Released in 2009

Almost There (Song)

“Almost There” is a song from the Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog“. The song was written by composer Randy Newman and is…

Down in New Orleans (Song)

“Down in New Orleans” is a song from the 2009 Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog“. The song was written by Randy Newman…

Friends on the Other Side disney song music

Friends on the Other Side (Song)

“Friends on the Other Side” is a song from the 2009 Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog“. The song is performed by the…

Never Knew I Needed (Song)

“Never Knew I Needed” is a song from the Disney animated film “The Princess and the Frog“. The song was written by Grammy Award-winning singer…

When We’re Human (Song)

“When We’re Human” is a song from the 2009 animated musical film “The Princess and the Frog” produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. The song…

Married Life (Song)

“Married Life” is a song from the 2009 Disney-Pixar animated film “Up”. The song was composed by Michael Giacchino and is played during the opening…

Disney Attractions Opened in 2009

The American Idol Experience | Extinct Disney World Attractions

The American Idol Experience | Disney World

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

Tiana’s Showboat Jubilee! | Disney World

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

La Cava del Tequila | Disney World

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

The Disney Gallery | Disneyland

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

Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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

Paradise Garden Grill | Disneyland

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

Waldorf Astoria Orlando

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

Edelweiss Snacks | Disneyland

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

Bonnet Creek Hilton

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

Celebrate! – A Street Party | Disneyland

Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Celebrate! – A Street Party at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Fairfax Fare | Disney World

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

The Pirates League | Disney World

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

Sanaa | Animal Kingdom Lodge | Disney World

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

Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure - Extinct Disney World Activity

Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure | Disney World

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

Golden Oak Outpost | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Golden Oak Outpost restaurant 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 Friar’s Nook | Disney World

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

Move It! Shake It! Dance and Play It! Parade | Disney World

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