Disney in 2015
Last Updated on: December 20th, 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 2015. I hope you find this lookback in time helpful and entertaining.
Disney 2015 Movies Headlines:
In 2015, Disney released several movies, including:
- March 13 – Cinderella
- May 1 – Avengers: Age of Ultron (Marvel)
- June 19 – Inside Out (Pixar)
- July 17 – Ant-Man (Marvel)
- October 16 – Bridge of Spies (Touchstone)
- November 25 – The Good Dinosaur (Pixar)
- December 18 – Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Lucasfilm)
2015 was an exceptional year for Disney films, especially with the highly anticipated release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, which became a global phenomenon, and Inside Out, which received critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling.
Disney 2015 Parks Headlines:
Disneyland Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disneyland in 2015:
- Disneyland celebrated its 60th Anniversary with the Disneyland Diamond Celebration, featuring special events, decorations, and nighttime spectaculars like Paint the Night parade, Disneyland Forever fireworks, and World of Color – Celebrate! at Disney California Adventure.
- Peter Pan’s Flight received a major refurbishment, enhancing the beloved classic attraction with new effects and scenes.
Disney World Headlines:
The following changes occurred at Disney World in 2015:
- Frozen Ever After and the adjacent Royal Sommerhus began construction in Epcot’s Norway pavilion, set to replace the Maelstrom ride.
- Pandora – The World of Avatar continued its development at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, with an anticipated opening in 2017.
- Disney Springs officially replaced Downtown Disney, featuring new dining, shopping, and entertainment options, enhancing the guest experience.
Disney 2015 Television Headlines:
New Disney Shows in 2015 included:
- Descendants: Wicked World (animated short-form series)
- K.C. Undercover
- Best Friends Whenever
Disney shows we lost in 2015 included:
- Austin & Ally (final season aired)
- Dog with a Blog (final season aired)
New Disney Channel Original Movies in 2015 included:
- Teen Beach 2
- Descendants (which introduced a new franchise centered on the teenage children of Disney’s iconic villains)
Disney’s television programming in 2015 continued to offer high-quality family entertainment, with new shows quickly becoming popular and beloved series concluding on a high note.
Disney Interactive:
Disney Interactive had a notable year in 2015, with the release of several popular video games, including:
- Disney Infinity 3.0 featuring characters from Star Wars, Marvel, Disney, and Pixar.
- Star Wars: Battlefront (developed by EA, in collaboration with Lucasfilm).
Overall, 2015 was a remarkable year for Disney, highlighted by the release of blockbuster films like Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the celebration of Disneyland’s 60th anniversary, and the continued success of Disney’s television programming and interactive entertainment. This year truly demonstrated Disney’s ability to create magical experiences across all forms of entertainment.
2015 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 2015. New entries added daily, so be sure to check back often.
Disney Movies Released in 2015
McFarland USA
ABCD 2
Strange Magic
Bridge of Spies
The Good Dinosaur
Inside Out
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Ant-Man
Avengers Age of Ultron
Descendants
Invisible Sister
Teen Beach 2
Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeast
Tomorrowland
Cinderella (Live-Action)
Disneynature Monkey Kingdom
Disney Shows Released in 2015
Goldie and Bear
Miles from Tomorrowland
The Lion Guard
Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
K.C. Undercover
Bunk’d
Best Friends Whenever
Star vs. the Forces of Evil
Disney Songs Released in 2015
If Only (Song)
“If Only” is a song from the 2015 Disney Channel Original Movie “Descendants“. The song is performed by the character Mal, played by Dove Cameron,…
Set It Off (Song)
“Set It Off” is a song from the 2015 Disney Channel Original Movie “Descendants“. The movie is about the children of famous Disney villains who…
Rotten to the Core (Song)
“Rotten to the Core” is a song from the 2015 Disney Channel original movie “Descendants.” The song is performed by the main cast of the…
Did I Mention (Song)
“Did I Mention” is a song from the 2015 Disney Channel original movie “Descendants“. The song was written by Adam Schlesinger and performed in the…
Evil Like Me (Song)
“Evil Like Me” is a song from the 2015 Disney Channel original movie “Descendants“. The song was written by Adam Schlesinger and is performed by…
Believe (Song)
“Believe” is a song from the Disney Channel original movie “Descendants“, which premiered in 2015. The song is performed by the character Jane, who is…
Disney Attractions Opened in 2015
Jock Lindsey’s Hangar Bar | Disney World
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Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen 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!
Star Wars Launch Bay | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios’ Star Wars Launch Bay exhibit including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Star Wars Path of the Jedi | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Star Wars Path of the Jedi attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Bijutsu-kan Gallery | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about Walt Disney World’s Epcot’s Bijutsu-kan Gallery attraction including history, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Star Wars Launch Bay | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Star Wars Launch Bay attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Disney & Pixar Short Film Festival | Disney World
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Smokejumpers Grill | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Smokejumpers Grill restaurant at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
The Trolley Car Café | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing The Trolley Car Café 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!
Galactic Grill | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Galactic Grill restaurant at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Eight Spoon Café | Disney World
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For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen Sing-Along Celebration attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Creature Comforts Coffee Shop | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Creature Comforts Coffee Shop 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!
Disneyland Forever | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the extinct Disneyland Forever attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Terra Treats | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Terra Treats 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!
Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome | Disneyland
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Anna & Elsa’s Royal Welcome attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Harambe Market | Disney World
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Mahindi | Disney World
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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto | Polynesian Village Resort | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Disney World restaurant Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Trader Sam’s Tiki Terrace | Polynesian Village Resort | Disney World
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Erin Mckenna’s Bakery NYC | Disney World
Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Erin Mckenna’s Bakery NYC at Walt Disney World’s Disney Springs including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!
Vivoli Il Gelato | Disney World
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The Boathouse | Disney World
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Disney Apps and Games Released in 2015
Disney Jigsaw Puzzle App
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Cinderella Free Fall
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AvengersNet
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Sofia the First: The Secret Library
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Circle With Disney
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Shop Disney Parks
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Inside Out Thought Bubbles
From the creators of Frozen Free Fall and Where’s My Water?, Disney Interactive brings you this one-of-a-kind bubble-shooter based on the hit Disney•Pixar film, Inside…
Inside Out: Storybook Deluxe
Let your Emotions run wild as you journey through the Storybook Deluxe retelling of Disney•Pixar’s original feature film, INSIDE OUT! Interact with the five Emotions—Joy,…
The Lion Guard
ROAR! Inspired by the new Disney Junior show, join Kion and The Lion Guard in an adventure full of action to protect the Pride Lands!…
The Good Dinosaur: Storybook Deluxe
Take an epic journey through this interactive re-telling of the new Disney . Pixar feature film, THE GOOD DINOSAUR! Adventure with Arlo the Apatosaurus and…