The Unforgettable Animated Debuts You Can Finally Watch on Disney Plus
Experience the magic of Disney's earliest animated creations with the upcoming release of restored shorts on Disney Plus From the 1920s and beyond, these beloved classics feature several character debuts and are sure to delight audiences of all ages Don't miss out on these timeless treasures
To commemorate its 100th anniversary, Disney is set to release 28 fully restored animated shorts featuring character debuts. Although the company is now known for its massive franchises such as Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it has a rich history of pioneering animated content, introducing beloved characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy. The shorts, which span from the 1920s to the 1960s, will be released on Disney+ from July 7 and have undergone extensive restoration for their special release. A complete list of the shorts and their respective release dates can be found below.
July 7:
"Aquamania" (1961)
"Bath Day" (1946)
"Building A Building" (1933)
"Figario And Frankie" (1947)
"Goofy Gymnastics" (1949)
"The Skeleton Dance" (1929)
August 11:
"Barnyard Olympics" (1932)
"Donald's Cousin Gus" (1939)
"Donald's Nephews" (1938)
"The Flying Jalopy" (1943)
"Goofy And Wilbur" (1939)
"Mickey's Steam Roller" (1934)
September 5-8:
"All Wet" (1927)
"Trolley Troubles" (1927)
"Bone Trouble" (1940)
"Merbabies" (1938)
"Mickey's Kangaroo" (1935)
"Playful Pluto" (1934)
"Pluto, Junior" (1932)
"The Barn Dance" (1929)
October 6:
"Camping Out" (1934)
"Chips Ahoy" (1956)
"Fiddling Around" (1930)
"Inferior Decorator" (1948)
"Old MacDonald Duck" (1941)
"When The Cat's Away" (1929)
"Wynken, Blynken And Nod" (1938)
Highlights Of The Upcoming Disney Animated Shorts Release
Among the list of classic shorts mentioned, there are a few that stand out due to their exciting characters, jokes, and storylines. The second batch of releases includes several shorts featuring Donald Duck, with "Donald's Cousin Gus" being the first appearance of Gus Goose. In this short, Gus is portrayed as a particularly disruptive and hungry character, causing Donald to go to extreme lengths to get him to leave.
The September and October batches of shorts are sure to delight viewers with their fun and memorable moments. "Trolley Troubles" and "Bone Trouble" mark the start of two beloved cartoon series, while "The Barn Dance" showcases a playful competition between Mickey and Pete for Minnie's affections. In "Camping Out," Mickey and his friends battle a swarm of pests during their wilderness adventure, while "Chips Ahoy" follows the mischievous Chip and Dale as they attempt to reach Donald Duck's prized acorn tree. These restored Disney shorts offer a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the company's rich history in the world of animation.
Source: Disney
