On August 21st, Disney released 5 enchanting titles on Blu-ray:
- THE RESCUERS: 35th Anniversary Ed & THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER – 2 Movie Collection
- THE ARISTOCATS: Special Edition
- LADY AND THE TRAMP II: Scamp’s Adventure – Special Edition
- POCAHONTAS & POCAHONTAS II: Journey to a New World – 2 Movie Collection
- THE TIGGER MOVIE: Bounce-a-RRRific Special Edition
The exciting tale takes place in the heart of Paris where a kind and eccentric millionairess, wills her entire estate to ‘Duchess,’ a high society cat, and her three kittens. When the bumbling butler Edgar tries to pull off the ultimate catnap caper in order to secure the fortune for himself, it’s up to alley cat Thomas O’Malley and his band of swingin’ jazz cats to save the day. “The Aristocats” features the voice talents of Eva Gabor, Phil Harris, Sterling Halloway and legendary French singer Maurice Chevalier, who performs the film’s titular opening song. The legendary Disney songwriting team of brothers, Richard and Robert Sherman, get the joint jumping with the jazz-inspired musical numbers “Ev’rybody Wants To Be A Cat,” “Scales and Arpeggios,” and “Thomas O’Malley Cat.”
“The Aristocats” Special Edition is a purr-fect treat for the whole family. It includes a brand new bonus featurette “The Lost Open” with Richard Sherman taking viewers through the storyboards of a never-before-seen alternate beginning which introduces a deleted character and a deleted song “How Much You Mean To Me” and “Court Me Slowly” written and performed by the Sherman brothers. This song demo was one of the few times Richard and Robert ever sang together.
Additional classic bonus features on “The Aristocats” Special Edition include the delightful deleted song, “She Never Felt Alone” and “The Great Cat Family (Excerpt),” which explores the history of cats.
2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 1 Disc DVD)
Includes the movie and:
The Lost Open: legendary songwriter Richard Sherman introduces an early story board iteration of an opening scene complete a deleted character named “the Maid” and demos for the deleted songs “How Much You Mean to Me” and “Court Me Slowly.”
“Oui Oui Marie” Music Video
Deleted Song – “She Never Felt Alone”: This deleted song, complete with animation, will tug at the heartstrings of any animal lover, as Duchess explains to Thomas O’ Malley why she must return to her beloved owner Madame Bonfamille. Richard Sherman discusses the song he
co-wrote with his brother Robert, which captures the special relationship between a pet owner and their animal. It’s a moving sequence that will stir everyone’s fondest memories of their favorite pets.
The Sherman Brothers: The Aristocats of Disney Songs: A tribute to the legendary Disney songwriting team of Robert and Richard Sherman, with particular emphasis on “The Aristocats.”
The Great Cat Family (Excerpt): This animated excerpt tells the history of cats from ancient Egyptians to the present.
The Classic Disney short “Bath Day”: Figaro has been freshly bathed and perfumed by Minnie when he meets up with Lucifer and his gang who chase him. In the ensuing fight, the gang is fooled into beating up Lucifer and making Figaro the winner. But the victor is soon putback in the tub by Minnie.
Disney Song Selection:
o “The Aristocats”
o “Scales and Arpeggios”
o “Thomas O’Malley Cat”
o “Ev’rybody Wants To Be A Cat”
2-Disc DVD Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 1 Disc DVD)
Includes the movie and:
§ The Lost Open
§ Deleted Song – “She Never Felt Alone”
§ The Sherman Brothers: The Aristocats of Disney Songs
§ The Great Cat Family (Excerpt)
§ Bath Day
§ “Oui Oui Marie” Music Video
§ Disney Song Selection
1-Disc DVD
Includes the movie and:
§ Deleted Song – “She Never Felt Alone”
§ The Sherman Brothers: The Aristocats of Disney Songs
§ The Great Cat Family (Excerpt)
§ Bath Day
§ Virtual Kitten Set Top
§ The Aristocats Fun With Language Game
§ The Aristocats Scrapbook
§ Disney Song Selection:
o “The Aristocats”
o “Scales and Arpeggios”
o “Thomas O’Malley Cat”
o “Ev’rybody Wants To Be A Cat”
To commemorate the 35th anniversary of an original classic, Disney proudly presents a special 2-movie collection featuring all-time family favorites, “The Rescuers” and “The Rescuers Down Under,” for the first time ever on Blu-ray! Join two of the world’s bravest mice – Bernard and Bianca – as they set out on two thrilling rescue missions full of comic adventure while soaring through the Devil’s Bayou and flying sky high in the Australian outback. Buckle up for the ride of your life as these tiny heroes with great big hearts outrun and outwit their rivals to save the day. Brimming with lovable characters and unforgettable music, the 2-movie collection is high-flying fun for the entire family! Share the laughs and excitement for the first time on Disney Blu-ray.
Bonus Features:
3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack:
2-Disc DVD:
HD and SD Digital:
The Two-MovieCollection, Blu-ray debut features exciting all-new bonus material including “Drawing Inspiration: The Lost Story of Hiawatha,” a fascinating behind-the-scenes featurette showcasing how Walt Disney and his team were once developing a full-length animated feature called “Hiawatha,” that ultimately directly influenced the development of “Pocahontas.”
Bursting with all the “Colors of the Wind” and filled with spirited adventure, romance, and the show-stopping songs of Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz, the “Pocahontas Two-Movie Collection” features an award-winning cast that includes Mel Gibson (“The Passion of the Christ;” Academy Award® winner, Best Director “Braveheart,” 1995), Irene Bedard, Christian Bale (“Reign of Fire;” Academy Award® winner, Best Performance by an Actor in a SupportingRole “The Fighter,” 2011) and David Ogden Stiers (“Lilo and Stitch,” “Pooh’s Heffalump Movie”).
“Pocahontas” won Academy Awards® for both “Best Original Score” and “Best Song – “Colors of the Wind” 1995. The film also earned a Grammy Award® for “Best Song” (“Colors of the Wind,” 1996).
3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 2 Disc DVD)
Includes the movies, plus:
Drawing Inspiration: The Lost Story of Hiawatha – During the 1940’s, Walt Disney and his team were developing a full-length animated feature called “Hiawatha.” During the early stages of development for “Pocahontas,” the directors found the “Hiawatha” storyboards and were amazed at what they saw. It directly influenced their development of “Pocahontas.” Now, for the first time ever, the full story of Walt Disney’s “Hiawatha” will be presented by “Pocahontas” co-director Eric Goldberg and animation historian Charles Solomon.
Deleted Song: “If I Never Knew You” – Pocahontas co-director Eric Goldberg introduces this fully animated deleted song, now in hi def. Optional audio commentary with co-directors Eric Goldberg & Mike Gabriel and producer James Pentecost.
The Music of Pocahontas
“Little Hiawatha” Cartoon Short
Deleted Scenes
“Pocahontas” Audio Commentary – with co-directors Eric Goldberg, Mike Gabriel and producer James Pentecost
Virtual Vault– a collection of past bonus features, offered via online streaming
3-Disc DVD Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 2 Disc DVD)
Includes the movies, plus:
Drawing Inspiration: The Lost Story of Hiawatha
Deleted Song: “If I Never Knew You” The Music of Pocahontas
“Little Hiawatha” Cartoon Short
Deleted Scenes
“Pocahontas” Audio Commentary
Virtual Vault
2-Disc DVD Set (2 DiscDVD)
Includes the movies, plus:
The Music of Pocahontas
“Pocahontas II” Storybook
Digital Download
Includes the movies, plus:
Drawing Inspiration: The Lost Story of Hiawatha
The Making of Pocahontas
The Music of Pocahontas
Early Presentation Reel
“Little Hiawatha” Cartoon Short
Pocahontas II Storybook
Pocahontas” tells the story of a free-spirited girl (voiced by Irene Bedard) who wonders what adventures wait “Just Around the River Bend.” Pocahontas – along with her playful pals Meeko the raccoon and Flit the hummingbird – relies on the guidance of her loving and wise Grandmother Willow (voice by Linda Hunt) when English settlers arrive on the shores of her village. Her meeting with the courageous Captain John Smith (voiced by Mel Gibson) leads to a friendship that bridges the gap between two cultures and changes history.
Disney’s beloved classic continues in Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure – for the first time ever on Disney Blu-ray. Lady and Tramp’s mischievous pup Scamp is always in the doghouse. Now, an itch for a collar-free life and freedom is sending him on the ultimate adventure! With nonstop laughs, paw-tapping songs and exciting bonus features, Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure is a new breed of Disney fun that the whole family will love!
Blu-ray Combo Pack The Making of Lady and Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure; Sing-Along
Bonus Features: Songs; Pluto Animated Shorts; Puppy Trivia Tracks; Audio Commentary
These are all classics I grew up watching and I am excited to add them to my Disney Movie Collection!
You can bring all of these wonderful Disney movies home today. Pick them up at your local retailer or Amazon.com.
*I was given copies for review purposes. Regardless, all opinions are 100% my own.
Holly Thomas
Wednesday 5th of September 2012
These are great to add to my collection!! :)
Elaine Bell
Tuesday 4th of September 2012
These would make great additions to my GramMarie collection of Disney films for my Grandchildren. Thanks for the heads up on these limited editions.
olivia rubin
Saturday 1st of September 2012
i have never seen any of these disney films..i started with the little mermaid in the movies as a kid, but not pocahontas. I didnt care for bami or snow white, something about it looking like an old film as a kid made me uninterested. One thing i do is if i want to buy it I better do it now...i never knew they were limited time releases..i waited 2 years for Lion King
Marie O'Brien
Wednesday 29th of August 2012
I love Disney movies and am excited to see these releases.
Chelsea
Sunday 26th of August 2012
Awesome! I love watching disney classics with my kids!