Have any movies been filmed in Disneyland?

Saving Mr. The movie is about Walt Disney's daughter, who insists that her father make a movie based on her favorite book by P.L Travers, Mary Poppins. It's an endearing story of how it hit the big screen at Disney and shows how a huge chunk of the film was shot at the Disney resort itself.



Yes, several high-profile movies and television shows have been filmed within the gates of Disneyland in Anaheim. The most notable is "Saving Mr. Banks" (2013), which tells the story of Walt Disney (Tom Hanks) trying to obtain the rights to Mary Poppins; many scenes were shot on Main Street, U.S.A., and near the King Arthur Carrousel. The futuristic 2015 film "Tomorrowland" used the park’s "it’s a small world" attraction as a pivotal set piece. Additionally, Disneyland has served as the backdrop for numerous sitcom specials, including iconic episodes of "Modern Family," "Full House," and "Step by Step." While Disney often uses its parks for promotional filming, they rarely allow full commercial movie productions to shut down the park for filming; instead, most "on-location" work happens during the overnight hours or in small, cordoned-off areas to minimize the impact on guests' "magical" experience.

Yes, several movies and TV shows have been filmed at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California. The park’s iconic and highly detailed environments make it a unique filming location, though Disney is very selective about granting access to preserve the guest experience.

Here are some notable examples:

Major Feature Films

  • The Happiest Millionaire (1967): This musical comedy starring Fred MacMurray filmed several scenes throughout the park, including on Main Street, U.S.A. and in New Orleans Square.
  • 40 Pounds of Trouble (1962): A comedy starring Tony Curtis and Suzanne Pleshette, famous for containing the first-ever footage of the Disneyland park in a fictional film. It features an extended chase scene through multiple lands.
  • Splash (1984): The opening flashback scene where young Allen meets the mermaid was filmed at the Submarine Voyage attraction.
  • Fuzz (1972): A crime comedy starring Burt Reynolds and Raquel Welch that used Tomorrowland as a backdrop.
  • The Muppet Movie (1979): Kermit and Fozzie are seen riding through Disneyland in their car during the final musical number, “The Magic Store.”
  • Escape from Tomorrow (2013): The most infamous example. This surreal horror film was shot guerrilla-style entirely at Disneyland and Walt Disney World without permission, using small consumer cameras. Its production and legal status are legendary in indie film circles.

Made-for-TV Movies & Documentaries

  • Disneyland ‘59 (a.k.a. The Peter Tchaikovsky Story): The first program broadcast in stereophonic sound, celebrating the park’s new additions like the Matterhorn and Submarines.
  • The Wonderful World of Disney: Various episodes and specials were filmed in the park over the decades.
  • The Muppets at Walt Disney World (1990): While primarily at the Florida resort, it includes cross-over with Disneyland footage.

Television Series Episodes

  • The Wonderful World of Color: Numerous episodes in the 1960s.
  • The Andy Griffith Show: The episode “Opie the Birdman” (1963) features footage from the park.
  • The Partridge Family: The episode “I Left My Heart in Disneyland” (1971).

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