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FEB 5 – Walt Disney’s Peter Pan is released in 1953

FEB 5 – Walt Disney’s Peter Pan is released in 1953

February 5, 2026 Mark Pudleiner

On February 5, 1953, Walt Disney’s Peter Pan soared onto the big screen. In this episode, you’ll discover how J.M. Barrie’s timeless tale was adapted for animation, with rare archival footage and firsthand stories from Disney’s artists. We’ll uncover story moments that never made it into the final cut and then journey to Disneyland to experience the magic of Peter Pan’s Flight—connecting the artistry of the film to the wonder of the theme park.

Show Notes :

James Baxter ‘ 100th Disney Anniversary ‘ Peter Pan Pencil Tests > LINK

James Baxter YouTube Channel > LINK

Andrea Deja YouTube Channel > LINK

Andreas Deja Blog ‘ DEJA VIEW ‘ : > LINK

Jim Hull YouTube Channel : ‘ Dramatica ‘ > LINK

Jim Hull Website : > LINK


1998 Peter Pan – You Can Fly : The Making of Peter Pan > LINK

2007 DVD Bonus Content : ” The Peter Pan that Almost Was ” > LINK

2007 DVD Bonus Content : ” Tinker Bell: A Fairy’s Tale ” > LINK

1989 Siskel & Ebert – Peter Pan (1953) Movie Review > LINK

Peter Pan Pencil Tests courtesy of Andreas Deja > LINK

Captain Hook Pencil Test – Animation by Supervising Animator Frank Thomas > LINK

BOOK : Peter Pan The Sketchbook Series EBAY > LINK

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