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The Magical World of Disney Season 1 Episodes
Season 1 Episode Guide
21 Episodes 1954 - 1955
Episode 1
The Disneyland Story
Wed, Oct 27, 195432 mins
In this, the pilot episode for the long-running anthology series, Walt Disney presents a preview for both his upcoming park called Disneyland and several episodes of the show to come. Then the show focuses primarily on the career of Mickey Mouse.
Episode 2
Alice in Wonderland
Wed, Nov 3, 195460 mins
Alice in Wonderland (1951) edited for television presentation. Alice stumbles into the animated world of Wonderland. Will she get home? Not if the Queen of Hearts has her way.
Episode 3
The Vanishing Prairie/Seal Island
Wed, Nov 10, 195460 mins
Photographers use ingenious and innovative techniques to capture the magic of nature remaining on the American prairie. Reproduction, survival and the elements affecting life are shown in this magnificent Academy Award® - winning film.
Episode 4
The Donald Duck Story
Wed, Nov 17, 195460 mins
Walt Disney takes a look at the story of the creation of Donald Duck and his later career.
Episode 5
So Dear to My Heart
Wed, Nov 24, 195460 mins
So Dear to My Heart (1948) edited for television presentation. This heartwarming classic tells the tale of a country boy who adopts a mischievous black lamb and learns valuable lessons about love and dedication.
Episode 6
A Story of Dogs
Wed, Dec 1, 195460 mins
As the episode implies, this episode is mostly about dogs. The first half of this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at "Lady and the Tramp", which would be released next summer. The second half is on the highlights of Disney's first canine star, Pluto.
Episode 7
Operation Undersea
Wed, Dec 8, 195460 mins
Through animation the story tells of early man's relationship with the sea. Shifting gears we watch divers explore the ocean floor and the creatures that live there. The filming of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and it's technology is also shown.
Episode 8
Davy Crockett: Indian Fighter
Wed, Dec 15, 195460 mins
Davy is tired of the continuing war between the Indians and the settlers, so he helps the army in putting an end to it. by saving the life of the Indian leader.
Episode 9
A Present for Donald
Wed, Dec 22, 195460 mins
The Three Caballeros (1944) edited for television presentation. Donald Duck receives his birthday gifts, which include traditional gifts and information about Brazil (hosted by Zé Carioca) and Mexico (by Panchito, a Mexican Charro Rooster).
Episode 10
Beaver Valley/Cameras in Africa
Wed, Dec 29, 195460 mins
In the first part, a famous animal photographer named Alfred G. Milotte presents clips of the African elephant and the lion. The second part deals with the beaver living their lives in ponds and their interactions with other animals.
Episode 11
Treasure Island: Part 1
Wed, Jan 5, 195560 mins
Treasure Island (1950) re-edited into a two-part television presentation. Young Jim Hawkins, possessor of a map to buried treasure, and his friends plan to travel to Treasure Island to hunt for the treasure.
Episode 12
Treasure Island: Part 2
Wed, Jan 12, 195560 mins
Treasure Island (1950) re-edited into a two-part television presentation. Long John Silver secretly plots a mutiny to secure the map and treasure for himself. When the mutiny fails, Silver escapes, taking Jim with him.
Episode 13
Monsters of the Deep
Wed, Jan 19, 195560 mins
Viewers go on a journey into the history and behaviors of the beasts, including the giant squid from 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, exploring the beasts from Fantasia, and recalling Pinocchio's encounter with the fearsome Monstro.
Episode 14
Davy Crockett Goes to Congress
Wed, Jan 26, 195560 mins
The second of five programs about Davy Crockett involves him being bored with life, so he and Georgie plan to resettle their families and file their claims. In town, Davy wins a gunfight against the town bully, Big Foot Mason, and, as a result, he becomes the town lawman.
Episode 15
The Wind in the Willows
Wed, Feb 2, 195560 mins
Features the "The Wind in the Willows" section of The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad (1949). Walt Disney takes a look at the works of British author of children's stories, Kenneth Grahame, who also wrote "The Reluctant Dragon".
Episode 16
A Progress Report/Nature's Half Acre
Wed, Feb 9, 195560 mins
The first half covers the initial construction of Disneyland, followed by Nature's Half Acre during the second half.
Episode 17
Cavalcade of Songs
Wed, Feb 16, 195560 mins
Walt discusses the importance of music in his films, as he mentions important tunes from them, as well as provide emphasis on the music of the then-upcoming Lady and the Tramp (1955).
Episode 18
Davy Crockett at the Alamo
Wed, Feb 23, 195560 mins
The third of five programs about Davy Crockett involves him, Georgie and a riverboat gambler they meet searching for a new adventure, which leads them to the Alamo, which they must defend.
Episode 19
From Aesop to Hans Christian Andersen
Wed, Mar 2, 195560 mins
One of the most popular episodes from Disneyland's first season, "From Aesop to Hans Christian Andersen" offers choice clips of past Disney cartoon shorts, based on famous fables, written by Aesop, La Fontaine, the Brothers Grimm, and Hans Christian Andersen. Excerpts include complete showings of The Tortoise and the Hare, The Country Cousin, The Ugly Duckling, and the Mickey Mouse short Brave Little Tailor, plus an excerpt of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Episode 20
Man in Space
Wed, Mar 9, 195551 mins
With a combination of documentary footage and animation, the science and history of rockets, and the effects of space travel on man are illustrated.
Episode 21
The Pre-Opening Report from Disneyland/A Tribute to Mickey Mouse
Wed, Jul 13, 195560 mins
With the opening of Disneyland only days away, Walt provides a final look at the many details necessary to ensure that the Park will be ready.
