Prop Culture is an American documentary television series hosted by Dan Lanigan. The series premiered on Disney+ on May 1, 2020.[3] In May 2023, it was removed from the service.[4]
Premise
The series is hosted by film historian and collector Dan Lanigan, who explores and showcases costumes, set designs, music, and props from various Disney films.[5][6] Throughout each episode, Lanigan conducts interviews with guests from each film's cast and crew, providing in-depth insights into the production and legacy of each film.[7]
Films highlighted in the series include Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Mary Poppins, Tron, The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Muppet Movie, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.[8]
Episodes
No. | Title | Original release date | |
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1 | "Mary Poppins" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan learns the stories behind the props from the movie Mary Poppins. Actress Karen Dotrice guest stars.[7] | |||
2 | "Tron" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan enters the world of the visionary science fiction movie, Tron and restores one of its most memorable props. | |||
3 | "The Nightmare Before Christmas" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan meets creative contributors behind Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. Film composer Danny Elfman guest stars.[9] | |||
4 | "Pirates Of The Caribbean: Curse Of The Black Pearl" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan uncovers treasures from Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. | |||
5 | "Honey, I Shrunk The Kids" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan explores the futuristic inventions from Honey, I Shrunk the Kids. Rick Moranis, Thomas Wilson Brown, Jared Rushton, and Amy O'Neill guest star.[10] | |||
6 | "Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, Witch and The Wardrobe" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan investigates props from The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, and Georgie Henley guest star.[11] | |||
7 | "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan uncovers the secrets behind Walt Disney's Oscar-winning film Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Actor Christopher Lloyd, who played Judge Doom in the film, guest stars.[12] | |||
8 | "The Muppet Movie" | May 1, 2020 | |
Dan takes a road trip to find missing props from The Muppet Movie. Brian Henson and Muppet performer Dave Goelz guest star.[13][14] |
References
- ^ "Prop Culture". Archived from the original on August 11, 2024. Retrieved August 11, 2024.
- ^ "ABC Studios Head of Alternative Fernando Hernandez Exits". Archived from the original on March 4, 2024. Retrieved August 11, 2024.
- ^ "Go inside Disney's secret archives with first look at new series 'Prop Culture'". EW.com. Archived from the original on October 21, 2023. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ WKRC (January 6, 2024). "Host of Disney show 'doesn't understand' why it was removed from Disney+". WSYX. Archived from the original on August 13, 2024. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ "'Prop Culture' uncovers secrets behind the most iconic Disney movies". ABC7 New York. April 30, 2020. Archived from the original on August 13, 2024. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ "What's on TV Friday: 'Hollywood' and 'Prop Culture' - The New York Times". The New York Times. May 1, 2020. Archived from the original on May 1, 2020. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
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: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link) - ^ a b "Disney+ Series Prop Culture Shows Iconic Sets from Pirates of the Caribbean, Mary Poppins & More". Peoplemag. Archived from the original on August 9, 2024. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ Tangcay, Jazz (May 6, 2020). "How Disney Plus Series 'Prop Culture' Gives Props to Those Who Make Movies' Memorable Objects". Variety. Archived from the original on August 9, 2024. Retrieved August 9, 2024.
- ^ McGrew, Shannon (May 6, 2020). "[Interview] Dan Lanigan for PROP CULTURE". Nightmarish Conjurings. Archived from the original on June 3, 2023. Retrieved August 13, 2024.
- ^ "Rick Moranis Returns to Spotlight in Disney+'s Prop Culture to Reflect on Honey, I Shrunk the Kids". People Magazine. Archived from the original on August 12, 2024. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ "The Magic of Things". Television Academy. Archived from the original on August 12, 2024. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ "Christopher Lloyd recalls favorite scene and more from 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit'". EW.com. Archived from the original on August 12, 2024. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ "The story behind the props in Disney films - South Southwest". digitaledition.chicagotribune.com. Archived from the original on August 13, 2024. Retrieved August 12, 2024.
- ^ Hennes, Joe (May 1, 2020). "Rediscover Muppet Movie Props on Disney+'s Prop Culture". ToughPigs. Retrieved August 18, 2024.
External links
- Prop Culture at IMDb
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