How Many of These Obscure Disney Films Have You Seen?

Disney has made countless classic films over the years that are loved by just about everybody. But there are also a bunch of obscure movies that you may never have heard about!

Whether this is the first time you’re hearing about them or you haven’t thought about watching them in years…

…let’s dust the cobwebs off ten obscure Disney films — and the best part is that they’re all available to watch on Disney+!

TRON

You may have seen the 2010 remake or heard about the highly anticipated TRON Lightcycle Run roller coaster coming to Magic Kingdom, but have you ever checked out the original 1982 science fiction film? The original Tron was one-of-a-kind when it was first released, and although watching it in 2021 might feel like you’re watching someone’s bizarre computer class project, there’s no denying that this film challenged what a science fiction film could look like!

James and the Giant Peach

If you grew up in the 90’s, you may be pretty familiar with this next film! James and the Giant Peach was originally released in 1996 and was one of the first feature-length films to use stop-motion animation. The film had an overall positive reception, and although it has faded to the background of animated Disney films, it remains a classic to this day!

Fuzzbucket

Alright, now it’s time to explore some of the deep, deep tracks on Disney+. Fuzzbucket is a 1986 made-for-television movie that tells the story of Michael and his imaginary friend, Fuzzbucket.

Kazaam

What happens when you combine Shaquille O’Neal, Usher, a musical comedy, and a magic boombox? You get Kazaam! This 1996 film wasn’t received as warmly as filmmakers probably would have liked, but it remains a cult classic to this day, and, yes, you can check it out for yourself on Disney+.

Mr. Boogedy

Wanna be creeped out? Look no further than Mr. Boogedy. We’ll admit, the poster art for this film totally gives us the heebie-jeebies! This short film first aired in 1986 on The Disney Sunday Movie and was followed up in 1987 by its sequel, Bride of Boogedy.

That Darn Cat

Classic Disney movie fans may be well aware of this next film! That Darn Cat was released in 1965 and stars Hayley Mills and Dean Jones. The film has received positive reviews over the years and was highly anticipated by many when it was included in the lineup of films you can watch on Disney+.

The Black Cauldron

This next film may be blocked out of many of our memories thanks to how it may have scared us all as kids! The Black Cauldron features some impressive feats in animation, given that it came out in 1985. However, its complex story and dark themes made it a bit of a turn-off to many family audiences, and ultimately the film flopped. If you’re feeling a little brave, check it out on Disney+!

The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes

OK, the name alone should convince you to check out this next film. The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes stars a young Kurt Russel and was released in 1969. Any movie that was released in the 1960’s and focuses on computers is worth a watch! The film centers around a young student who attends a small college that cannot afford a computer — and remember, computers in the 1960’s were HUGE! A remake of the film came out in 1995.

Million Dollar Duck

Who wouldn’t want to watch a film called Million Dollar Duck? Another Dean Jones film to make it on our list, the movie 1971 comedy about a duck that lays eggs with golden yolks. If you want to know how well it was received, just know that it was reportedly one of three films that critic Gene Siskel walked out on during his career.

 Perri

Finally, Flora & Ulysses isn’t the only film on Disney+ that’s about a squirrel! Perri came out in 1957 and was labeled as a “True-Life Fantasy, which combined elements of Disney’s True-Life Adventure documentaries and fictional story elements.

Click here to read about ten animated films on Disney+ you may have never seen!

How many of these obscure Disney films have you seen? Let us know in the comments!

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