Summer Magic: Saving a Cinematic Relic on the Disney Backlot

June 20, 2020June 16, 2020

By Rick Lorentz, Walt Disney Archives

Acquiring objects for the multiple collections of the Walt Disney Archives may take one of many routes. Typically, television and film productions will offer props and costumes to the Archives once a production has wrapped. If an attraction undergoes refurbishment or permanently closes, Disney Parks and Resorts will receive an Archives “Wish List” for select and iconic pieces that we would like to add to our collection.

However, when founder of the Walt Disney Archives, Dave Smith, first began acquiring objects for the cause, he sometimes had to resort to more “direct” options. Case in point: a baluster from the 1963 film Summer Magic. According to Dave, the house used for exterior shots in the film was part of the studio back lot. One day, while walking across the lot, Dave passed by the house as it was being torn down to make way for new construction. Recognizing both the film location and the history that was being destroyed, Dave ran over to the house and grabbed one of the only things he could—an 18-inch piece of carved wood directly from the front porch! The baluster now resides comfortably in an archival box in a secure warehouse. Fortunately, the rest of the Summer Magic collection (two dresses and several original pieces of costume development art) were acquired in a more conventional manner!

Your First Look at Disney Channel’s Upside-Down Magic Is Spellbinding

June 18, 2020

By Zach Johnson

Which kind of witch are you?

The spellbinding trailer for the highly anticipated Disney Channel Original Movie Upside-Down Magic was released today. Premiering Friday, July 31, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, the film follows 13-year-old Nory Boxwood Horace (newcomer Izabela Rose) and her best friend, Reina Carvajal (Siena Agudong), as they enroll in the Sage Academy for Magical Studies.

While Reina’s expert ability to harness the power of fire lands her at the top of the class of Flares, Nory’s unreliable magic and proclivity for turning into herself into a “Dritten”—a half-kitten, half-dragon—lands her in a class for those with upside-down magic, or UDM, led by the wisecracking groundskeeper and “professor” Budd Skriff (Kyle Howard). Unfortunately, the stern Headmaster Knightslinger (Vicki Lewis) believes the UDM’s unconventional powers make them vulnerable to dangerous and evil “shadow magic,” so Nory and her fellow classmates must prove that upside-down magic beats right-side up.

Based on the New York Times bestselling children’s book of the same name, Upside-Down Magic also stars Max Torina, Elie Samouhi, and Alison Fernandez. The movie will also be available to watch on DisneyNOW beginning Saturday, August 1. Director Joe Nussbaum serves as an executive producer alongside Suzanne Farwell and Susan Cartsonis. Bill Boes is the production designer, Adam Santelli is the director of photography, and Barbara Somerville is the costume designer. Nick Pustay and Josh Cagan wrote the teleplay, based on the Scholastic book from novelists Sarah Mlynowski, Lauren Myracle, and Emily Jenkins.

Making Your Next Disney Day Incredible!

June 18, 2020June 26, 2020

By the D23 Team

Yes, it’s true: Just a few more weeks, and some really big dreams finally become reality… When Disneyland Resort (subject to appropriate government approvals) and Walt Disney World Resort reopen to the public, they’ll be ready to welcome guests young and young-at-heart back to the magic—and we couldn’t be more excited!

Our pals at both Resorts are working day and night, reimagining all manner of Disney experiences with the well-being of guests and cast members in mind. So as they take their first steps into these phased reopenings, guests will soon see some favorite characters joining in with some fun advice…

When planning an upcoming vacation to Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, guests will receive Super good tips and reminders from… drum roll, please: the Incredibles and their friends! Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, Frozone, Violet, Dash, and even Edna Mode will show everyone how to use their own powers to help everyone be—and stay—well. Cases in point:

Make sure to keep your cool, just like Frozone!

Practice safe physical distancing, like Elastigirl…

Dash will remind you that dashing off to wash your hands—frequently—is key.

The inimitable Edna Mode reminds us: Face coverings aren’t just smart, they’re stylish to boot!

Keep those eyes peeled for these Super-important tips—and more—in the coming weeks, as Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts head for reopening, following the successful reopening of Shanghai Disneyland last month and Hong Kong Disneyland this week.

Just like in The Incredibles, we all have a role to play in keeping each other safe and sound. Looking for more information? Dr. Pam Hymel, Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer, shares more about these health and safety measures coming to Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts in a new post on the Disney Parks Blog.

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend

June 18, 2020June 18, 2020

By Zach Johnson

What better way to celebrate Father’s Day than with the magic of Disney? ABC will be presenting a brand-new special, John Legend and Family: A Bigger Love Father’s Day, featuring some of the biggest names in pop culture—and his very own wife and kids! There’s fun for the whole family on Freeform, too, with two chances to enjoy the movie Coco. Disney Channel, meanwhile, will be welcoming back the hit series Disney Fam Jam. Disney XD’s Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom will bring the action later that night, while National Geographic will be serving another episode of Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted.

Coco—Saturday, June 20, at 8:20 p.m. ET and Sunday, June 21, at 6:10 p.m. ET on Freeform
Directed by Lee Unkrich, the 2017 film from Disney and Pixar is a vibrant tale of family, fun, and adventure! Despite his family’s inexplicable generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming a famous musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). So, he embarks on an extraordinary journey to the magical land of his ancestors. There, Miguel befriends the charming trickster Héctor (Gael García Bernal), who helps him uncover the secrets behind his family’s stories and traditions.

John Legend and Family: A Bigger Love Father’s Day—Sunday, June 21, at 8 p.m. ET on ABC
Join John Legend as he hosts an unforgettable tribute to dads. The one-hour special will blend live musical performances with humorous and touching moments as the EGOT winner previews new music from his upcoming album, Bigger Love, and invites some of his celebrity friends and fellow fathers—including Anthony Anderson, Common, Michael Ealy, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Taran Killam, Ne-Yo, Shaquille O’Neal, Patton Oswalt, Scottie Pippen, Marlon Wayans, Stevie Wonder, and many more—to make special appearances. Rounding out the special will be Legend’s wife, Chrissy Teigen, and their two adorable kids.

Disney Fam Jam—Sunday, June 21, at 8:23 p.m. ET on Disney Channel
The dance competition series returns just in time for the summer! ZOMBIES 2 stars Trevor Tordjman and Ariel Martin are back to host the latest episode, which will find the Silver and Rassi families competing for the $10,000 prize with choreographer Phil Wright’s help.

Marvel’s Spider-Man: Maximum Venom—Sunday, June 21, at 9 p.m. ET on Disney XD
In the midst of a symbiote attack on New York, Spider-Man (voice of Robbie Daymond) must convince Marc Spector (voice of guest star Peter Giles), a survivalist who recently gave up his secret identity as Moon Knight, to help him defend the city. Aubrey Joseph and Olivia Holt also return to voice Cloak and Dagger, respectively, in “Vengeance of Venom.”

Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted—Sunday, June 21, at 10 p.m. ET on National Geographic
Gordon Ramsay has cooked up another special episode! In “Louisiana’s Bayou Cuisine,” the chef’s journey will take him to the mysterious and uncharted regions of South Louisiana. As he gathers the skills and ingredients needed to master Cajun cuisine, he’ll face alligators, sharks… and the discerning palettes of the local people. He’ll put it all on the line to meet a challenge posed to him by chef Eric Cook, a Marine sharpshooter turned celebrated chef.

9 Movies to Watch with Your Dad on Disney+ This Father’s Day

June 18, 2020June 16, 2020

By Zach Johnson

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Father’s Day at home this year? Look no further than Disney+, where the whole family can stream movies featuring some of our favorite Disney dads, from King Triton to Kevin Flynn. We’ve rounded up nine of our favorite films (below):

1. Onward (2019)
Ian Lightfoot (voice of Tom Holland) often wonders what his late father was like… and in this magical feature from Pixar Animation Studios (inspired by director Dan Scanlon’s own life), Ian is given the rare opportunity to find out firsthand. On Ian’s 16th birthday, he receives a magical gift that gives him and his big brother, Barley (voice of Chris Pratt), the chance to spend one more day with their dad. The only problem is… the spell goes awry, giving the brothers less than 24 hours to finish it before their window of opportunity closes.

2. The Little Mermaid (1989)
Sixteen-year-old Princess Ariel (voice of Disney Legend Jodi Benson) is fascinated with humans, much to the chagrin of her father, King Triton (voice of Kenneth Mars). After rescuing Prince Eric (voice of Christopher Daniel Barnes), Ariel is even more determined to become part of their world. So, after she makes a deal with the sea witch Ursula (voice of Pat Carroll) without so much as reading the fine print, King Triton strikes a new deal to take his daughter’s place as Ursula’s servant by giving up his all-powerful trident. It’s the ultimate story of love, sacrifice, and understanding… all set against a brilliant musical score.

3. The Incredibles (2004)
Known to the world as Mr. Incredible, Bob Parr (voice of Craig T. Nelson) is known by another name at home: Dad. After adopting a civilian identity and retreating into the suburbs with his wife, Helen/Elastigirl (voice of Holly Hunter), and their three kids, Bob is itching to get back into action. He finally gets his chance when a curious communication summons him to a remote island for a top-secret assignment. But to save the world from being destruction, he needs a team of Supers… and who better to join Bob than his family?

4. The Lion King (1994)
Heir to the throne, Simba (voice of Jonathan Taylor Thomas) is a young lion cub who just can’t wait to be king. But his time to reign comes sooner than expected when his father, Mufasa (voice of Disney Legend James Earl Jones), is murdered by Scar (voice of Jeremy Irons). Terrified and tricked, Simba abdicates his role as ruler of Pride Rock and runs away. But with the help of a meerkat and a warthog, Simba finds his destiny in the “Circle of Life.”

5. Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame (2019)
Following the events of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War, the surviving heroes vow to undo the devastating act perpetrated by Thanos (James Brolin) that wiped out half the world’s population. Leave it to Tony Stark/Iron Man (Disney Legend Robert Downey Jr.) to unlock the key to time travel, allowing the team to rewrite the future. As part of their plan, Tony and Steve Rogers/Captain America (Chris Evans) travel to 1970 to obtain the Space Stone and some Pym Particles—and in a chance encounter, Tony has a cathartic moment with his late father, Howard Stark (John Slattery). It’s the perfect goodbye—especially since Tony never thought he’d get the chance to say it.

6. Beauty and the Beast (1991)
When the inventor Maurice (voice of Rex Everhart) stumbles upon an enchanted castle seeking shelter, he’s imprisoned by the mysterious Beast (voice of Robby Benson). Out of love, his daughter Belle (voice of Disney Legend Paige O’Hara) trades her life for his. He returns to their provincial town and asks for help in rescuing her, but no one takes him seriously. Gaston (voice of Richard White) calls Maurice “crazy” and locks him up after discovering that Belle has—against all odds—fallen in love with Beast. With help from Belle’s new friends, Maurice is able to escape and head back to the castle to defend his daughter—not from the Beast, but from the townspeople who have stormed its very gates.

7. Finding Nemo (2003)
All Marlin (voice of Albert Brooks) wants is to keep his son Nemo (voice of Alexander Gould) safe. It’s easier said than done, of course, especially given Nemo’s need to prove himself. When Nemo is unexpectedly captured from Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and placed in a dentist’s office aquarium, it’s up to his worrisome father and the friendly but forgettable Dory (voice of Ellen DeGeneres) to make the epic journey to bring him home.

8. A Goofy Movie (1995)
Goofy (voice of Disney Legend Bill Farmer) wants to spend the summer with his teenage son Max (voice of Jason Marsden) on a cross-country road trip. Despite Max’s objections, the father-son duo set off en route to the ol’ fishing hole—and along the way, they find a world of misadventure. Without telling his dad, Max reroutes their map to Los Angeles so he can attend the Powerline concert. After Goofy realizes what his son has done, a major fight ensues—but it ends with a heart-to-heart that has them seeing “I2I” at the big show.

9. TRON: Legacy (2010)
Set seven years after the events of TRON (1982), Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges), the world’s greatest video game creator, transmits a secret signal from a digital realm. His son, Sam Flynn (Garrett Hedlund), discovers the clue and sets off on a journey to save his long-lost father. With the help of the fearless warrior Quorra (Olivia Wilde), the reunited father and son team venture through a cyber universe in the hopes of being reunited in the real world.

With PRIDE: The Props of Love, Simon

June 18, 2020June 18, 2020

By Jennifer Vanoni, Walt Disney Archives

Love, Simon is a charming adaptation, notable as the first film by a major Hollywood studio to focus on a gay teenage romance. The film features a diverse cast and fun, everyday film props.

Nerdy side-note: Alexandra Shipp plays Abby, one of Simon’s best friends in the film and also stars as Storm in more than one X-Men film.

…But now back to props, some films feature state-of-the-art technological creations or huge VFX sequences, but stories like Love, Simon that are about the everyday lives of teens and families tend to bring in more “ordinary” props. Make no mistakes, the props in this film are just as important as anything you’d find in the latest blockbuster.

Enjoy a few on-set archival images that feature props from Love, Simon. Take note of Simon’s iconic denim jacket—it was borrowed from the Walt Disney Archives for production of the new spin-off series, Love, Victor, now streaming on Hulu.

Love, Victor Now Streaming on Hulu

June 17, 2020June 17, 2020

By the D23 Team

School’s back in session as all 10 episodes of Hulu’s original YA dramedy series Love, Victor, set in the world of the 2018 groundbreaking film Love, Simon, are now streaming.

Set in the world of the 2018 groundbreaking film Love, Simon, which was inspired by Becky Albertalli’s acclaimed novel, Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, the series follows Victor, a new student at Creekwood High School on his own journey of self-discovery, facing challenges at home, adjusting to a new city, and exploring his sexual orientation. When it all seems too much, he reaches out to Simon to help him navigate the ups and downs of high school.

The series stars Michael Cimino (Annabelle Comes Home), Ana Ortiz (Whiskey Cavalier, Ugly Betty), James Martinez (One Day at a Time), Isabella Ferreira (Orange is the New Black), Mateo Fernandez, Rachel Naomi Hilson (This Is Us), Bebe Wood (The Real O’Neals, The New Normal), George Sear (Will, Into the Badlands), Anthony Turpel (The Bold and the Beautiful), and Mason Gooding (Booksmart).

The film’s original writers, Isaac Aptaker (This Is Us) and Elizabeth Berger (This Is Us), serve as executive producers alongside Brian Tanen (Grand Hotel), Jason Ensler (The Passage), Isaac Klausner (The Hate U Give), Marty Bowen (First Man), Adam Fishbach (Narcos), Wyck Godfrey (I, Robot), Pouya Shahbazian (Divergent), and Adam Londy. 20th Century Fox Television serves as the studio.

ABC Unveils 2020–21 Prime-Time Schedule

June 17, 2020June 18, 2020

By Zach Johnson

Mark your calendars, D23 fans!

Having just solidified its position as the No. 1 network in entertainment among Adults 18–49 for the first time in four years, ABC today announced its 2020 premiere schedule. The network’s previously announced programming slate includes renewals for 20 series and two straight-to-series orders from its current crop of pilots—David E. Kelley’s thriller Big Sky and Kari Lizer’s comedy Call Your Mother—as well as the revival of alternative series Supermarket Sweep with Leslie Jones. In addition to Call Your Mother, new seasons of American Idol, The Bachelor, For Life, and mixed-ish will premiere later in the season. Additional pickups and schedule information, including specific premiere dates, will be announced at a later date.

Monday

8 p.m. ET: Dancing with the Stars
10 p.m. ET: The Good Doctor

Tuesday

8 p.m. ET: The Bachelorette
10 p.m. ET: Big Sky (New Series)

Wednesday

8 p.m.: The Goldbergs
8:30 p.m. ET: black-ish
9 p.m. ET: The Conners (New Date/Time)
9:30 p.m. ET: American Housewife
10 p.m. ET: Stumptown

Thursday

8 p.m. ET: Station 19
9 p.m. ET: Grey’s Anatomy
10 p.m. ET: A Million Little Things

Friday

8 p.m. ET: Shark Tank
9 p.m. ET: 20/20

Saturday

8 p.m. ET: Saturday Night Football

Sunday

7 p.m. ET: America’s Funniest Home Videos
8 p.m. ET: Supermarket Sweep (New Series)
9 p.m. ET: Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (New Date/Time)
10 p.m. ET: The Rookie

Descriptions for the season’s three new series are as follows:

Big Sky
Series creator Kelley will write multiple episodes and serve as showrunner in its premiere season. Private detectives Cassie Dewell and Cody Hoyt join forces with his estranged wife and ex-cop, Jenny Hoyt, to search for two sisters who have been kidnapped by a truck driver on a remote highway in Montana. But when they discover that these are not the only girls who have disappeared in the area, they must race against the clock to stop the killer before another woman is taken. Based on the series of books by C.J. Box, the cast includes Katheryn Winnick as Jenny Hoyt, Kylie Bunbury as Cassie Dewell, Brian Geraghty as Ronald Pergman, Dedee Pfeiffer as Denise Brisbane, Natalie Alyn Lind as Danielle Sullivan, Jesse James Keitel as Jerrie, John Carroll Lynch as Rick Legarski, and Ryan Phillippe as Cody Hoyt.

Call Your Mother
This multicamera comedy (formerly titled My Village) follows an empty nester mom who wonders how she ended up alone while her children live their best lives thousands of miles away. She decides her place is with her family, and as she reinserts herself into their lives, her kids realize they might actually need her more than they thought. The cast includes Kyra Sedgwick as Jean Raines, Rachel Sennott as Jackie Raines, Joey Bragg as Freddie Raines, Patrick Brammall as Danny, Emma Caymares as Celia, and Austin Crute as Lane.

Supermarket Sweep
ABC is bringing back the classic TV game show, hosted and executive produced by Jones, an Emmy® Award-nominated comedienne and actress. The energetic series follows three teams of two as they battle it out using their grocery shopping skills and knowledge of merchandise to win big cash prizes. The original format aired on ABC from 1965–67. It was later adapted in 13 international territories and, most recently, relaunched in the U.K.

Everything New You Can Stream on Disney+ in July 2020

June 17, 2020July 7, 2020

By Zach Johnson

It’s been nearly eight months since Disney+ launched as the dedicated streaming home for movies and series from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, alongside exclusive Disney+ Originals—and there’s plenty more content coming this July! From big premieres, including the Tony Award-winning musical Hamilton and new series Muppets Now, to the season finale of It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer, July can’t come fast enough. The month will also see dozens of new titles added to the vast Disney+ library, including Solo: A Star Wars Story, Critter Fixers: Country Vets, Ice Age: Collision Course, Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet (Season 8), and many more!

All the confirmed film and television titles coming to Disney+ in July are listed below:

Friday, July 3
Animal ER (Seasons 1-2)
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules
Ice Age: Collision Course
Ice Road Rescue (Seasons 1-4)
Race to Witch Mountain (2009)
The Big Green
The Mighty Ducks
Hamilton
Pixar in Real Life (Episode 109 – “Up: Balloon Cart Away”)
Disney Family Sundays (Episode 135 – “Peter Pan: Shadow Box Theater”)
One Day at Disney (Episode 131 – “Zama Magudulela: The Lion King Madrid, Spain”)
It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer (Episode 108 – “Movie Star Dogs & Hounds and Horses”)

Friday, July 10
Critter Fixers: Country Vets (Season 1)
Gigantosaurus (Season 1)
Secrets of the Zoo (Season 3)
Solo: A Star Wars Story
Disney Family Sundays (Episode 136 – “Lilo and Stitch: Family Tree”)
One Day at Disney (Episode 132 – “Marc Smith: Story Artist”)
It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer (Episode 109 – “Avalanche Rescue Dogs & The Beagle Brigade”)
X-Men: Days of Future Past

Friday, July 17
A Pre-Opening Report from Disneyland
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul
Disney Junior Music Lullabies
Lost City of Machu Picchu
Super Robot Monkey Team Hyperforce Go! (Seasons 1-2)
The Mousketeers at Walt Disney World
Wild Chile (Season 1)
Disney Family Sundays (Episode 137 – “Moana: Tomato Photo Holder”)
One Day at Disney (Episode 133 – “Mike Davie: Imagineering Project Manager”)
It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer (Episode 110 – “Snake Search Dogs & Hawaiian Conservation Dogs”) (Season Finale)
X-Men: Apocalypse

Friday, July 24
Wild Congo (Season 1)
Wild Sri Lanka (Season 1)
Disney Family Sundays (Episode 138 – “The Jungle Book: Finger Puppet”)
One Day at Disney (Episode 134 – “Chris Cristi: Helicopter Reporter”)
Rogue Trip (Season 1) (Premiere)
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Friday, July 31
Alaska Animal Rescue (Season 1)
Animal Showdown (Season 1)
Black Is King
Best Job Ever (Season 1)
Big Cat Games
Cradle of the Gods
Destination World (Season 1)
Dr. Oakley, Yukon Vet (Season 8)
Fearless Adventures with Jack Randall (Season 1)
Hidden Kingdoms of China
Hunt for the Abominable Snowman
India’s Wild Leopards
Incredibles 2
Jungle Animal Rescue (Season 1)
King Fishers (Season 1)
Lost Temple of the Inca
Marvel Funko (Seasons 1-2)
Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster
Weirdest, Bestest, Truest (Season 1)
What Sam Sees (Season 1)
Muppets Now (Episode 101 –“Due Date”) (Premiere)
Disney Family Sundays (Episode 139 – “Mickey and Minnie: Pillows”)
One Day at Disney (Episode 135 – “Lauren Cabo: Imagineering Portfolio Creative Executive”)

More Wonderful Wisdom from Disney Dads

June 17, 2020June 16, 2020

By Courtney Potter

Comfort, understanding, unconditional love… As we’ve detailed before, fathers from around the worlds of Disney are often known for these traits—and so much more. Just in time for Father’s Day, we’re looking to a few other favorite Disney Dads for some wonderful words of wisdom. There’s a little something in here for all of us—from those trying to find their place in the world to those striving to attain a near-impossible dream, and everyone in between.

Looking for something to do this weekend with dear ol’ dad? You’re in luck: All the films mentioned are available on Disney+!

“Look at the stars. The great kings of the past look down on us from those stars… So whenever you feel alone, just remember that those kings will always be there to guide you. And so will I.”—Mufasa in The Lion King (1994)
As far as Disney Dads go, Mufasa just may be the king of them all. Brave and smart, strong and kind, Mufasa tries to instill all of his life’s lessons into young Simba… and even after he’s gone, his words of wisdom ring loud and true over the Pride Lands, thanks to his son.

“We’re not cooks, but we are family. You tell us what to do, and we’ll get it done.”—Django in Ratatouille (2007)
Some dads aren’t able to articulate their feelings as well as others, but that doesn’t mean they don’t care… far from it. Case in point: Remy’s dad, Django, in Ratatouille. Gruff and rough around the edges, Django (and the rest of their family) eventually recognizes his son’s gift for fine cuisine, and comes to Remy’s rescue just when he needs his help the most.

“You are my greatest adventure… and I almost missed it.”—Bob Parr/Mr. Incredible in The Incredibles (2004)
Occasionally, it takes saving the world (literally) to truly see what’s most important. That’s what happened to father and super hero Bob Parr, aka Mr. Incredible, in The Incredibles. Faced with vanquishing the villainous Syndrome, Bob realizes his family—wife Helen (Elastigirl), daughter Violet, and sons Dash and Jack-Jack—should always come first, and rightly tells them so.

“You are the future of our people, Moana. They are not out there. They are right here. It’s time to be who they need you to be.”—Chief Tui in Moana (2016)
Chief Tui utters these words of wisdom to his daughter early on in Moana—not yet realizing how true they’d be. Moana may have “disobeyed” her father’s orders, but she went on to save her people, bravely facing all manner of peril in the process. She knew who she needed to be—and ultimately, her dad came around to that undeniable fact.

“Go on… ”—Professor Porter in Tarzan (1999)
Short, sweet, and to the point: Professor Porter could see that his daughter Jane had fallen for the mysterious Tarzan, and realized it would be wrong to stand in her way. Just as they were about to leave that special island off the Congolese coast, the good professor uttered those two words to Jane, changing her life—and his, in fact—forever.