90s Disney

AJ, Mike, and Chris invite you to travel back to 1994 and the first major expansion for the Disney-MGM Studios. Sunset Blvd offered extended shopping, dining, a new(ish) theater venue, and a grand new attraction, The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. Learn about the real life Hollywood landmarks the inspired nearly every structure on the boulevard, discover the lands and attractions that were almost built, and find out about the incredible engineering, design, and story telling that would transport guests to the fifth dimension in their very own episode of The Twilight Zone.

Hollywood! Hollywood! A Star-Studded Spectacular (May 1 – August 31, 1989)

It's all one big, happy Mickey!

Disney-MGM Studios Park Map 1994

Boulevards of Movie Dreams Part Two: Imagineering Hollywood

The real buildings behind Sunset Blvd

Twilight Zone References in the Tower of Terror

How Disney's Tower of Terror Works - Art of Engineering

Tower of Terror History

30 Hidden Secrets on the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney's Hollywood Studios

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AJ, Mike, and Chris Minotti invite you back to 1993 and the release of the number 3 selling game for Sega's Genesis video game console, Aladdin. We dive into the game's development, including its unique Digicell transfer technology that allowed actual Disney animators to contribute to the game's graphics. We also compare it to the many, many other Aladdin games released across a variety of systems in the mid 90s, and touch upon the influence of Aladdin on the silver screen and in the theme parks. Because if your movie has a parade scene, it will surely get an actual parade in Walt Disney World!

Virgin Mega Store used to be in Downtown Disney West Side - https://www.yesterland.com/megastore.html

Aladdin for Genesis Speed Run Record of 11 minutes 37 seconds by Tenebrae - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPPJwArhNzg&feature=youtu.be

Aladdin for Super Nintendo gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCVT_xgvZNw

Aladdin for NES gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4sEr9oFuoc

Aladdin for Game Gear gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xH1gHd_Nniw

Aladdin for Amigo gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoUkvlPsUcM

Aladdin for Gameboy gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRa9v45S3ck

Aladdin for Gameboy Color gameplay - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snhYlUPSEco

Polygon interview with Shinji Mikam, game director of Aladdin for SNES - https://www.polygon.com/2014/2/20/5431778/aladdin-genesis-vs-super-nintendo-shinji-mikami-dave-perry

Aladdin’s Royal Caravan parade in MGM Studios in 1992 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZnEPpniZJ6w

DisneyVision - Imagineering VR Lab - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_fShLIasAw

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Welcome to the first episode of 90s Disney! We're so glad you've joined us as we prepare to journey through the Disney Decade. The Minotti brothers will be your hosts as we revisit fond memories, historical details, and interesting perspectives on one of the most fascinating, successful, and massive periods for the Disney company. From the theme parks to movies and video games, AJ, Mike, and Chris can't wait to share this journey with you.

This month we're exploring the 25th anniversary celebration at Walt Disney World. From the infamous pink cake castle to parades and shows, Disney's Florida resort pulled out all the stops to celebrate this milestone. As we approach the 50th anniversary, enjoy this look back at a truly magical celebration.

Magic Kingdom Park Map from January 1997

25th Anniversary Welcome Center Collection

Mickey's Magic Workshop | A preview of all the new magic coming to Walt Disney World

Remember the Magic Parade

Epcot Park Map from January 1997

Illuminations 25 "A"

Illuminations 25 "B"

Disney MGM Studios Park Map from January 1997

Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame: A Musical Adventure

Vintage Walt Disney World: Inside the Backlot Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Backstage Look at 101 Dalmations

Witching You Were Here - Walt Disney World 25th Annervarsary Special

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