Everyone knows Disney, it’s a household name! This is the company that constantly brings families together from their collection of films, television shows, games and of course we can’t forget the theme parks. We can name our favorite Disney character, sing the catchy songs and seek out the incredible rides at our stay within the Disney theme parks, but I bet you had no clue about these 20 incredibly interesting Disney facts. For instance, Walt Disney at one point held a patent for Technicolor that made it impossible for any other animator to make and release color films. Check out these 6 other interesting facts and share it along to your fellow Disney enthusiastic friends!
6. Disneyland California
Walt Disney loved making trips to Disneyland California. In fact, he enjoyed his stay there so much that he had a special apartment built above the Fire Department on Main Street. To alert staff that he was there, a lamp would be placed in the front window. Since his passing, Disneyland staff has the same lamp placed within the window in order to honor him.
5. Disney World Tunnels
5. Disney World Tunnels
There is a vast tunnel system under Disney World that was made specifically for character actors. Walt Disney didn’t want families to be taken out of the moment if they saw a character walking through that didn’t belong within the film scenery. Instead, the tunnels was placed so character actors could properly get dressed and make their way to the designated world location.
4. Theme Park Disney Character Rules
4. Theme Park Disney Character Rules
Actors who land the role of a Disney theme park character must abide by a few strict rules. Some of the most interesting rules placed for character actors include not breaking character, never use the word “no” and never point out a direction with a single finger as it’s often considered rude.
3. Skeletons
3. Skeletons
When creating the Pirates of the Caribbean ride in 1967 at Disneyland, the designers felt that fake skeletons were far too stiff. Instead, the designers decided to use real skeletons that were previously used for medical research through UCLA.
2. Explosives
2. Explosives
Disney World is the second largest company to purchase explosives within the United States, the first being the US Military. These explosives are used for the nightly fireworks show.
1. King of the Jungle
1. King of the Jungle
Before being labeled as The Lion King, the animated film was first titled King of the Jungle. The name was changed after discovering lions don’t inhabit jungles.
