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Disney in 2012

Last Updated on: June 11th, 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 2012. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.

Disney 2012 Movies Headlines:

In 2012, Disney released several movies, including:

March 9 – John Carter
May 4 – The Avengers (Marvel)
June 22 – Brave (Pixar)
August 15 – The Odd Life of Timothy Green
October 5 – Frankenweenie
November 2 – Wreck-It Ralph
December 25 – Lincoln (Touchstone)

Disney also saw the release of several Touchstone and Marvel films that contributed to a diverse and dynamic movie lineup.

Disney 2012 Parks Headlines:

Disneyland Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 2012:

Cars Land opened on June 15 in Disney California Adventure, bringing the world of Pixar’s Cars to life.
Buena Vista Street also opened on June 15 in Disney California Adventure, transforming the park entrance with a 1920s Los Angeles theme.
The Mad T Party debuted in Disney California Adventure, replacing ElecTRONica.

Disney World Headlines:

The following changes occurred at Disney World in 2012:

New Fantasyland had its grand opening on December 6 in the Magic Kingdom, featuring attractions like Under the Sea: Journey of The Little Mermaid and Enchanted Tales with Belle.
Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom, an interactive role-playing game, debuted in the Magic Kingdom on February 22.
Disney’s Art of Animation Resort fully opened, with themed areas based on The Lion King, Finding Nemo, Cars, and The Little Mermaid.

Disney 2012 Television Headlines:

New Disney Shows in 2012 included:

Gravity Falls
Tron: Uprising
Doc McStuffins
Sofia the First (TV movie pilot)

Disney shows we lost in 2012 included:

Wizards of Waverly Place (final episode aired)
Suite Life on Deck

New Disney Channel Original Movies in 2012 included:

Overall, 2012 was a remarkable year for Disney, highlighted by the opening of Cars Land, the expansion of Fantasyland, and the release of significant films and TV shows that enriched the Disney legacy.

2012 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 2012. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.

Disney Movies Released in 2012

Lincoln

Disneynature Chimpanzee

Mad Buddies

Frankenweenie

People Like Us

John Carter

Brave

Secret of the Wings

Marvel’s The Avengers

Arjun: The Warrior Prince

Frenemies

Girl vs. Monster

Let It Shine

Radio Rebel

Wreck-It Ralph

The Odd Life of Timothy Green

Disney Shows Released in 2012

Sofia the First

Doc McStuffins

Code: 9

Dog with a Blog

Gravity Falls

Disney Songs Released in 2012

Song of Mor’du (Song)

“Song of Mor’du” is a song from the 2012 Disney/Pixar animated film “Brave“. The song is sung by a chorus and serves as a musical…

Learn Me Right (Song)

“Learn Me Right” is a song from the soundtrack of the 2012 Disney-Pixar animated film “Brave“. The song was written and performed by British indie-folk…

Noble Maiden Fair (A Mhaighdean Bhan Uasal) disney song music

Noble Maiden Fair (A Mhaighdean Bhan Uasal) (Song)

“Noble Maiden Fair (A Mhaighdean Bhan Uasal)” is a song from the Disney/Pixar animated film “Brave“. The song was composed by Scottish musician Patrick Doyle,…

Into the Open Air (Song)

“Into the Open Air” is a song from the 2012 Disney/Pixar animated film “Brave“. The song is performed by the character Merida, the film’s protagonist,…

Touch the Sky (Song)

“Touch the Sky” is a song from Disney’s 2012 animated film “Brave“. In the film, Merida is a headstrong and independent princess who defies the expectations…

Sugar Rush (Song)

“Sugar Rush” is a song from the 2012 Disney animated film “Wreck-It Ralph“. The song is performed by AKB48, a Japanese girl group, in the…

Wreck It Wreck-It Ralph disney song music

Wreck It Wreck-It Ralph (Song)

When Can I See You Again? disney song music

When Can I See You Again? (Song)

“When Can I See You Again?” is a song from the 2012 computer-animated film “Wreck-It Ralph,” produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios. The song is…

Bug Hunt (Song)

“Bug Hunt” is a song from the 2012 Disney animated film “Wreck-It Ralph“. The song was composed by Skrillex and was used in the movie’s…

Disney Attractions Opened in 2012

Flo’s V8 Cafe | Disneyland

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Jedi Training Academy Sign-Up/Carbon Freeze Me | Disney World

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Casey Jr Splash ‘N’ Soak Station | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom’s Casey Jr Splash ‘N’ Soak Station attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Five & Dime (Disney’s California Adventure)

Five & Dime | Disneyland

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Monsieur Paul | Disney World

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celebrate the magic fireworks disney world

Celebrate the Magic Fireworks Show | Disney World

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

Fillmore’s Taste-In | Disneyland

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Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar | Disney World

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Red Car Trolley News Boys | Disneyland

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Fiddler Fifer & Practical Cafe | Disneyland

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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

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Red Car Trolley | Disneyland

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Cozy Cone Motel | Disneyland

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Splitsville Dining Room | Disney World

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

Radiator Springs Racers | Disneyland

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Carthay Circle Restaurant | Disneyland

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Landscape of Flavors | Art of Animation | Disney World

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Maters Junkyard Jamboree (Disney California Adventure)

Maters Junkyard Jamboree | Disneyland

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Big Top Souvenirs | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the Big Top Souvenirs 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!

Be Our Guest Restaurant | Disney World

Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Be Our Guest 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!

Mad T Party – Extinct Disneyland Attractions

Mad T Party | Disneyland

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Gaston’s Tavern | Disney World

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Luigi's Flying Tires– Extinct Disneyland Attractions

Luigi’s Flying Tires | Disneyland

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Prince Eric’s Village Market | Disney World

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Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe | Disneyland

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