The Walt Disney Company has marked its 100th anniversary by debuting a special commercial during the Super Bowl LVII last night (12 February).
The ‘Disney100 – Special Look’ film collates scenes from various iconic Disney films, series, stage productions, theme parks, and fans, as well as a collection of inspiring words from Walt Disney himself.
The debut of the entertainment company’s milestone ad during the big game last night intends to celebrate ‘the fans and storytellers who have sparked the joy and magic that is Disney over the last 100 years’. The film is also being shown via Disney’s social and TV channels across EMEA, as well as on its streaming service Disney+.
To add to the celebrations of Disney’s 100th anniversary, further Disney100 celebrations across the UK and Europe include ‘Disney100: The Exhibition in London’s’ ExCel, ‘Disney 100: The Concert’, an immersive multi-sensory experience titled the ‘Wonder of Friendship’ and ‘The Wonder of Play’ experience.
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“As we commemorate our historic 100th anniversary, it is remarkable to look back at Walt Disney’s legacy and his relentless pursuit of excellence that continue to propel the Company forward today,” Disney CEO Bob Iger said.
“We are incredibly grateful to the generations of people all over the world for being such a special part of our history and for inviting our stories and characters into their lives over the past century. Disney100 represents a celebration of all of our fans and families, and our storytellers and creative visionaries whose talents and imaginations have created the magical moments that make Disney such an enduring part of the global culture.”
