This Friday, November 18, Mickey and Minnie Mouse celebrate their 94th birthday, and in celebration, premieres on the Disney+ streaming service: “Mickey: The Story of a Mouse”, a documentary that presents the trajectory of Mickey Mouse.
Over those nine decades, the character has evolved into startlingly different versions of himself that reflect both his creator’s remarkable career and the dramatic societal changes in the nation he came to represent.
On the same day, the short film “The Wonderful Autumn of Mickey Mouse” also debuts on Disney+, which joins the extensive catalog starring Mickey and Minnie available on the platform.
In addition, Disney Channel will show special programming with character productions throughout the day. On social networks, the date is celebrated with allusive content to accompany the celebrations and fans can participate with the hashtag #HappyBirthdayMickeyeMinnie.
Another action to celebrate the date was some curiosities separated by Disney about the most beloved characters in the world, and The Fox will tell you right below.
Disney has celebrated Mickey and Minnie Mouse every November 18th since 1928, as it is the air date of the short “Steamboat Willie” when the characters made their first official appearances. Available on Disney+, the production was the first sound-synchronized short film to premiere at New York’s Colony Theater, and is a spoof loosely based on “Steamboat Bill Jr,” a silent film starring Buster Keaton also in 1928.
inspired products
Upon their screen debut, the instant fame and enduring charm of these iconic characters also marked the emergence of a variety of licensed products from the 1930s onwards, from writing pads and clocks to clothing and school supplies. Currently, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse products are aimed at all tastes and ages.
More than 100 animated contents
The couple has starred in over a hundred animated content and won the hearts of millions of fans around the world. Official Disney symbol around the world, Mickey Mouse brings laughter, fun, magic and friendship to kids and adults alike.
a unique combination
Mickey Mouse’s cheerful, playful, curious and loyal nature blends perfectly with Minnie Mouse’s sweetness, friendliness and kindness. Together, they form one of the most iconic couples in popular culture, adored by all generations for over 90 years.
forever in love
Mickey Mouse is always courting Minnie Mouse as his great love. Both rely on each other’s abilities and support each other. Although they may have disagreements, they quickly reconcile. Mickey and Minnie are sweethearts and, above all, friends forever.
Both Mickey and Minnie are featured in series, films and shorts with multiple occupations and professions. Mickey Mouse is an actor, musician, conductor, presenter, athlete, teacher, builder, fire chief, farmer and explorer, among others. Minnie Mouse, in turn, is seen by fans as a singer, dancer, princess, saleswoman, astronaut, cook, stylist and much more.
Mickey was the first animated character in history to speak
The character said “Hot dog! Hot dog!” during the short film “The Karnival Kids” (1929).
The voice behind the voices
Mickey and Minnie Mouse’s voices were originally recorded by none other than Walt Disney himself, from 1929 to 1946.
Stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Mickey was also the first animated character to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The event took place in 1978 to celebrate his 50th birthday. Minnie received her star in 2018, on the 90th anniversary of her creation. His induction on the Walk of Fame was accompanied by a fun event alongside leaders of The Walt Disney Company, fans and special guests, such as singer Katy Perry, who wore a polka dot dress in honor of the honoree.
a crazy ride
Mickey and Minnie inspired Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway attraction, located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, which invites guests of all ages to hop on a wacky railroad and experience a thrilling ride with unexpected twists, gags and more surprises, as characters save the day.
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