POCAHONTAS and THE RESCUERS are among five new Disney Blu-ray releases on August 21

The two films are bundled with their sequels, and "The Aristocats," "The Tigger Movie," and "Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure" also will be available that week.
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Saturday, August 4, 2012 - 12:57pm

Okay Disney fans, time to open up the wallets again.

On August 21, the House of Mouse will release five new animated titles on Blu-ray for the first time:  "Pocahontas" and "Pocahontas II," "The Rescuers and "The Rescuers Down Under," "The Aristocats," "The Tigger Movie," and "Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure."

"POCAHONTAS" / "POCAHONTAS II"
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) bonus features:

  • 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) bonus features:

  • 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) bonus features:

  • The Music of Pocahontas
  • “Pocahontas II” Storybook

Digital Download bonus features:

  • 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.

SRP: 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack = $39.99 U.S./$24.50 Canada
3-Disc DVD Combo Pack = $39.99 U.S./$24.50 Canada
2-Disc DVD  = $29.99 U.S./$17.99 Canada

Run Time: “Pocahontas” approximately 81 minutes; “Pocahontas II: Journey To A New World” approximately 73 minutes
Rated: G (bonus not rated); “Pocahontas II” is not rated
Aspect Ratio: Blu-ray: 1080p High Definition/Widescreen (1.78:1); DVD: Widescreen (1.78:1) – enhanced for 16x9 televisions
Sound: Blu-ray: English, 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital; DVD: English, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital
Subtitles: Blu-ray: English SDH, Spanish, French; DVD: English SDH, French and Spanish (applies to film content only)

"THE RESCUERS" / "THE RESCUERS DOWN UNDER"
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.

Talent/Cast:  Bob Newhart (“Elf”) as the voice of Bernard; Eva Gabor (“Green Acres”) as the voice of Miss Bianca; also starring Joe Flynn (“The Love Bug”), Jim Jordon  (“Chico and the Man”), Jeanette Nolan (“The Horse Whisperer”), Pat Buttram (“Who’s the Boss?”), John Candy (“Uncle Buck”), Adam Ryen (“Star Trek: The Next Generation”), Wayne Robson (“The Incredible Hulk”) Tristan Rogers (“General Hospital”), George C. Scott (“Patton”)

Directors: “The Rescuers”- John Lounsbery (“The Many Adventures of Winnie The Pooh”, Wolfgang Reitherman (“The Jungle Book”), Art Stevens (“The Fox and the Hound”); “The Rescuers Down Under” - Hendel Butoy (“Fantasia 2000”), Mike Gabriel (“Pocahontas”)

Release Formats: 3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (Blu-ray + 2 DVDs)
SRP: $39.99 U.S. and $46.99 Canada (2-Disc DVD = $29.99 and $35.99)

Rating:  G in the U.S. and G in Canada
                            
Feature Run Time:  Approximately 78 minutes (each film)

Bonus Features:   3-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack: “Peoplitis” deleted song; The Making of “Rescuers Down Under;” “Three Blind Mouseketeers” animated short; Water-Birds, A Walt Disney True Life Adventure documentary; “Someone’s Waiting For You” Sing-Along

2-Disc DVD: The Making of “Rescuers Down Under;” “Three Blind Mouseketeers” animated short; Water-Birds, A Walt Disney True Life Adventure documentary; “Someone’s Waiting For You” Sing-Along

HD and SD Digital: “Peoplitis” deleted song; The Making of “Rescuers Down Under;” “Three Blind Mouseketeers” animated short; Water-Birds, A Walt Disney True Life Adventure documentary
                                  
Aspect Ratio:   Blu-ray Feature Films: 1.66:1 Widescreen; DVD Feature Films: 1.66:1 Enhanced for 16x9 Televisions

Audio:  Blu-ray Feature Films: English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital
DVD Feature Films: English, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital

Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, French and Spanish

"THE ARISTOCATS"
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. 

2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 1 Disc DVD) bonus features:

  • 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: “The Aristocats” “Scales and Arpeggios”  “Thomas O’Malley Cat” “Ev’rybody Wants To Be A Cat”

2-Disc DVD Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 1 Disc DVD) bonus features:

  • 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 bonus features:

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: “The Aristocats” “Scales and Arpeggios” “Thomas O’Malley Cat" “Ev’rybody Wants To Be A Cat”

Suggested Retail Prices: 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack = $39.99 U.S./$46.99 Canada
2-Disc DVD Combo Pack = $39.99 U.S./$46.99 Canada
1-Disc DVD = $29.99 U.S./$35.99 Canada

Run Time:  Approximately 79 minutes
Rated:  G in U.S./G in Canada 
Aspect Ratio: Blu-ray: 1080p High Definition/1.78:1; DVD: Widescreen/1.78:1
Sound: Blu-ray: English, 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio; French and Spanish,  5.1 Dolby Digital; DVD: English, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital
Languages:  English, Spanish, French

"THE TIGGER MOVIE"
In this charming musical tale of friendship and adventure, “The Tigger Movie” Bounce-A-Riffic Special Edition follows Tigger as he sets off on an epic journey to find other Tiggers in his family tree. Through a series of exciting adventures he discovers that families come in all shapes and sizes. This fun and playful animated tale delights a whole new generation of fans with its timeless characters and storytelling, rich animation and delightful songs by legendary Disney songwriting team of brothers, Richard and Robert Sherman. The film features the Hundred Acre Wood’s most lovable characters, Pooh, Eeyore, Tigger, Piglet and the rest of the gang.

2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack (1 Disc Blu-ray + 1 Disc DVD bonus features:

  • Disney Intermission – While the film is paused, young viewers are entertained with fun and engaging Hundred Acre Wood themed games and activities.
  • “A Tigger Tale” – This featurette includes interviews with  director Jun Falkenstein, producer Cheryl Abood, art director Toby Bluth, animator Jeff Johnson and composer Richard Sherman who discuss how Tigger’s literary and film history influenced “The Tigger Movie.”
  • 10 Mini Adventures of Winnie the Pooh shorts – The journey continues with these 10 animated shorts featuring all of the Hundred Acre Wood characters.
  • “Round My Family Tree” Sing-Along Song – In this feature, fans can sing along with Tigger as the lyrics are highlighted on screen.
  • Kenny Loggins Music Video “Your Heart Will Lead You Home” – Singer/songwriter Kenny Loggins reunites with the Hundred Acre Wood characters in this heartwarming music video.

DVD bonus features:

  • 5 Mini Adventures of Winnie the Pooh shorts
  • “Round My Family Tree” Sing-Along Song

DIGITAL bonus features:

  • “A Tigger Tale”
  • “Round My Family Tree” Sing-Along Song
  • Kenny Loggins Music Video “Your Heart Will Lead You Home”

SRP: 2-Disc Blu-ray Combo Pack = $39.99 U.S./$46.99 Canada
1-Disc DVD = $29.99 U.S./$35.99 Canada
Run Time:  Approximately 77 minutes
Rated:  G in U.S. and G in Canada
Aspect Ratio:  Blu-ray: 1.78:1 Widescreen; DVD: 1.78:1 Widescreen, enhanced for 16x9 televisions
Sound: Blu-ray:  5.1 DTYS Master Audio; DVD: 5.1 Dolby Digital English, French and Spanish
Languages: English, French and Spanish

"LADY AND THE TRAMP II: SCAMP'S ADVENTURE"
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!

Talent/Cast:  Scott Wolf (TV’s “Party of Five”) as the voice of Scamp, Alyssa Milano (TV’s “Who’s The Boss?”) as the voice of Angel, Chazz Palminteri (“A Bronx Tale”) as the voice of Buster, Jeff Bennett (“Jake and the Never Land Pirates”) as the voice of Tramp, Jodi Benson (“The Little Mermaid”) as the voice of Lady, Bill Fagerbakke (“SpongeBob SquarePants”) as the voice of Mooch, Mickey Rooney (“Night At The Museum”) as the voice of Sparky, Bronson Pinchot (TV’s “Perfect Strangers”) as the voice of Francois, Cathy Moriarty (“Raging Bull”) as the voice of Ruby

Directors:  Darrell Rooney (“Mulan II”) and Jeannine Roussel (“Tinker Bell”)

SRP:  2-Disc Blu-ray (Blu-ray + DVD) Combo Pack = $39.99 U.S. and $46.99 Canada

Rating: G in the U.S. and G in Canada

Feature Run Time:  Approximately 69 minutes

Bonus features:   The Making of Lady and Tramp II: Scamp’s Adventure; Sing-Along Songs; Pluto Animated Shorts; Puppy Trivia Tracks; Audio Commentary, HD Digital Pluto Animated Shorts; The Making of “Lady and Tramp II: Scamp’s,Adventure”

Aspect Ratio: Blu-ray and DVD:1.78:1
Audio: Blu-ray: English 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital; DVD: English, French and Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital
Languages/Subtitles: Blu-ray and DVD: English SDH, French and Spanish