Disneyland: The First 50 Magical Years (2005) User Reviews

Disneyland - The First 50 Magical Years

[sunnydii · 9/10 · 5 October 2005]

I highly recommend this film to those who are interested in the original ideas, layout and construction of Disneyland in Anaheim. It has humor ala Steve Martin and Donald Duck vying for top 'billing' (pardon the pun). There are many commentaries given by Walt Disney himself as to his ideas and concepts of the park and all the basic ideals that make it so endearing to all as a 'family-oriented' destination which is obvious by it's international success. As you enter the building where the film is presented, the lobby is filled with original concept drawings and scale models of the layout of the park and the 'lands'. There is an early film honoring the 'Cast Members' (employees). This film showcases the costuming for each of the experiences you will be embarking upon...such as the snappy uniform of the future as you board the Monorail or the raggedy cut-off pants and straw hats as you travel across the lagoon to Tom Sawyer's Island on a raft...and many others. There are displays of original tickets and brochures from the opening day and subsequent series of tickets leading to the almighty 'E' Ticket which was the epitome of ride experiences at the Park! You may take your time looking these over before you enter the theater for the film which ties all the details of the lobby into reality. "It all started with a Mouse."

Worth seeing!

[jazzcat1123 · 9/10 · 10 February 2006]

I think this is very entertaining, especially because I like Steve Martin! Before the show starts, you can look around in the waiting area. It's a great way to learn about the history of Disneyland with miniatures of the original park. You can sign a guest book prior to seating and learn great facts of both Walt Disney and Disneyland. (It's also a great place to relax your feet after a day of walking!) I'll miss it when I go back to Disneyland since I enjoy it so much more than the tribute to Lincoln. I'm wondering if it will be sold in DLR when "Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln" returns. If it is, I'll definitely buy it!

Movie worth watching! 50Magical Years of Disneyland

[erikal10 · 10/10 · 29 August 2006]

We took our kids to Disneyland for the first time this summer. Having them watch this movie was a real treat. By the end of the movie young or old I think everyone in the audience had a tear in their eye. It's amazing this dream came from a man who took his daughter to a park, and wish there was something out there for all ages to feel young. Watching the footage from the beginning of construction to the opening was amazing. We think we are the age of technology, but even back then there was a lot of advances. One shocker for me was that Steve Martin started his career in the Magic Store. Pairing Steve with Donald Duck was very amusing, they made a great team. Walt saw the child like personality in him and look at him today. Walt touched so many peoples lives and still does today by making every ones dream come true; making us feel like a kid again at Disneyland NO matter how old we are.

Pretty much one of the coolest things to see in Disneyland

[siouxgrl11 · 10/10 · 13 January 2007]

So this show was amazing!! It is/was in the opera house on main street USA. In the lobby before the show you can see layouts, drawings and plans of Disneyland and it's rides. But the show is the really cool part. Steve Martin and Donald Duck tell you all about Disneyland and the attractions. They use special footage and movies from opening day to tell about the different attractions in Disneyland. You'll learn some pretty funny and interesting things from this show. They talk about the planning of Disneyland, Opening day, failed attractions and Disneyland now. Many of theses stories and clips you can't see anywhere else! so hurry to Disneyland and see it before it's gone!!

Great & 6 years over due

[CKCSWHFFAN · 10/10 · 1 January 2008]

When the ?Walt Disney Treasures? sets started in 2001 the very first one I purchased was the Disneyland set. I love it & still watch it now.

Why did it take Disney 6 years to put together another set/package for Disneyland is beyond me. WAY TOO LONG to wait Disney.

I love this set.

Some of the episodes I have on video tape already. It is so nice to have all of them with perfect picture. Having the ?Disneyland ?U..S.A.? show in wide screen is great & the commentary with Leonard and Tony is fantastic.

Let me say this to Disney-PLEASE DO NOT TAKE ANOTHER 6 YEARS TO GET ANOTHER DISNEYLAND SET/PACKAGE TOGETHER.

And, my requests for the next set/package. 1959 for the opening of the Matterhorn, Monorail & submarines, 1967 for the opening of Pirates & the new Tomorrow land & 1969?s ?Disneyland Showtime? for the opening of the Haunted Mansion with Kurt Russell & the Osmond Brothers.

This must be a mistake

[richardh-22 · 31 January 2008]

I got a copy of the Disneyland Secrets, Stories and Magic DVD set for Christmas. There is no film matching the description given here anywhere on that set.

There is the 50th anniversary film and the Disneyland USA People and Places film as well as a nice selection of Disneyland shows about the park. But there is no film with Steve Martin as the host.

Is it possible this is an easter egg and I just haven't found it? Or are these folks posting comments actually discussing the film they saw when they visited Disneyland? If it really is on this set I hope someone will post information about where it can be found. I'd like to see it.