Beyond that, you can see the influence of escape to witch mountain which looks dated but still charming by todays standards in terms of its visuals in later films by no less a filmmaker than steven spielberg. Eddie albert reprised his role of jason oday from this movie in the 1982 failed television pilotsequel the magical world of disney. That might sound like a backhanded compliment, but compared to other recent disney liveaction features, witch mountain is something special. The movie centers upon the brother and sister pair tony and tia, who initially know only their deceased adoptive parents surname, malone. Escape to witch mountain walt disney family classics. May 02, 2019 the project seems like it would be an ideal fit for disneys larger strategy. Escape to witch mountain is a 1975 american fantasychildren s film, adapted from the 1968 science fiction novel of the same name written by alexander h. Return from witch mountain movie clip i command you. Jack helps two alien kids save their planet and ours in disneys race to witch mountain. In basic plot structure, disney s 1978 sequel return from witch mountain. The creepy witch mountain kids and their spooky puppets. Beyond witch mountain 1982 was developed as a television series based on the 1975 film escape to witch mountain. Alex to retrieve their spacecraft in a secret base in the witch mountain.
The government also provided assistance on disneys 2009 live action family film race to witch mountain, despite the films plot drawing extensively from ufo mythology with references both to area 51 and roswell and despite its presentation of a sinister government coverup. Escape to witch mountain novel escape to witch mountain 1975 film return from witch mountain 1978 film beyond witch mountain 1982 tv film escape to witch mountain 1995 tv film into the 21st century escape to witch mountain 1968, novel the original novel. The events of the story follow two teenage orphans named tony and tia, who have paranormal abilities. This week we dive into disneys escape to witch mountain, a superlative 1970s effort about telekinetic orphaned siblings fleeing the evil clutches of a business man determined to use their. Pages in category witch mountain films the following 5 pages are in this category, out of 5 total. Escape to witch mountain is a science fiction novel written by alexander key in 1968. The project seems like it would be an ideal fit for disneys larger strategy. Race to witch mountain movie trailer and videos tv guide. May 6, 2016 explore buckner1447s board escape to witch mountainalltime favorite movie plus sequels and remakes. Mar 20, 2015 escape to witch mountain did not originate that theme by any means, but its heart is in the right place and it perhaps came at just the right time to point the way for future films that have become classics in their own right. With dwayne johnson, carla gugino, annasophia robb, alexander ludwig. While escaping, they meet a friendly camper and begin to unravel the mystery of their origin. Race to witch mountain jack bruno, a las vegas cabdriver struggling to stay on the right path, gets an outofthisworld incentive when two aliens, disguised as teenagers, suddenly appear in his taxi. Two young orphans with psychic powers prompts evil millionaire aristotle bolt to lure them to his mansion to exploit their powers.
Back in 1975, disney released a movie called escape to witch mountain, which was a huge success and went on to launch a new franchise including three sequels and two remakes, one of which was released in 2009, that was called race to witch mountain and starred the rock dwayne johnson. Return from witch mountain dvd in this thrilling sequel to disney s escape to witch mountain, automobiles mysteriously fly and humans float in thin air as sinister masterminds christopher lee and bette davis unleash a diabolical plan. It was produced by walt disney productions and directed by john hough. Four realms as well as the netflix travelogue series travels. Beyond witch mountain 1982, the only actor to do so. If i remember reading correctly, disney was trying to get beyond witch mountain to land as a weekly show. See the stars of the original witch mountain movies cameo in the new one. Race to witch mountain dvd, 2009 for sale online ebay. It was originally intended to be the pilot for a television series, but no. Jack bruno johnson, a las vegas cabdriver struggling to stay on the right path, gets an outofthisworld incentive when two aliens, disguised as teenagers, suddenly appear in his taxi. Escape to witch mountain is a 1975 film based on the novel escape to witch mountain by alexander key. Race to witch mountain dvd, 2009, 2disc set, includes.
Escape to witch mountain 1995 tv escape to witch mountain is a popular disney movie released in 1975. In a race against government agents, an alien hunter and time. Beyond witch mountain1982 is the second sequel to the 1975 disney film escape to. Beyond witch mountain 1982 was developed as a television series based. Soon, all three are fleeing townspeople who have branded the children witches. Heres a look at all the big names that will be part of disneys jungle. See more ideas about witch, race to witch mountain and walt disney. From bambi to walle, the walt disney animated canon has something to please everyone from the cast of disneys latest flick, race to witch mountain.
Although eddie albert returned to play jason oday from the original 1975 movie, the parts of tony and tia were recast with actors comparable only in age to ike eisenmann and kim richards when they first played the parts. The people responsible for disneys franchise reboot race to witch mountain could have churned out a bythenumbers piece of junk, and still made a mint off the parents with fond memories of the. The acting is much better and special effects are far, far improved. The liveaction film is directed by andy fickman and stars dwayne johnson, ciaran hinds, annasophia robb, alexander ludwig, and carla gugino. Gannon christopher lee wants henchman sickle anthony james to test his human remotecontrol system, while colleague letha bette davis observes in disneys return from witch mountain, 1978. The first time was a television pilot that, not chosen to become a series, merely aired in 1982 as part of the companys 1hour saturday night program. While the merits of air bud are debatable, there are a lot of people who treasure this film and its sequel as. On bluray, disneys fun family actionadventure race to witch mountain is turbocharged with spectacular picture and sound. But i have always enjoyed the witch mountain series, especially the sequel to. The race to witch mountain is a modern take on an old disney classic and it. Ike eisenmann and kim richards make a charismatic, downtoearth pair of young heroes while eddie albert adds gruff charm as their reluctant protector and ray milland and donald pleasance make a slyly menacing pair of villains. Check out our editors picks for movies and tv series to. Disneys witch mountain franchise the 20th century in. How many movies were made from the escape to witch mountain.
Based on the muchloved story by alexander key, the film continues to act as a rich introduction to science fiction for kids and nostalgic entertainment for adults. Fasten your seatbelts for the thrill ride of your life in disney s fun family actionadventure race to witch mountain, starring dwayne johnson. The race is on for the cabbie to help the kids recover their lost spaceship, so they can save their home planet and earth, too. Escape to witch mountain return from witch mountain. While the company almost certainly bought lucasfilm on the strength of the star wars franchise alone, lucas. By gene siskel, chicago tribune illinois april 1, 1975. Its based on the 1975 escape to witch mountain, but its got new special effects. Escape to witch mountain 1975 return from witch mountain 1978 and. Fasten your seat belts for the thrill ride of your life in disneys race to witch mountain, starring dwayne johnson. Two aliens disguised as teenagers appear in the taxi of a struggling las vegas cabbie in this outofthisworld adventure.
Two mysterious orphan children have extraordinary powers and are chased by a scheming millionaire. Oct 7, 2018 explore dena4craftss board walt disney s. Fasten your seat belts for the thrill ride of your life in disney s race to witch mountain, starring dwayne johnson. Disneys witch mountain franchise the 20th century in sound. On bluray, disney s fun family actionadventure race to witch mountain is turbocharged with spectacular picture and sound. The pair, who have little recollection of their past, are placed into a juvenile detention home by social services. Fandom may earn an affiliate commission on sales made from links on this page.
It was originally intended to be the pilot for a television series, but no networks thought that viewers would take the show seriously, and so a second episode was never made. That said, escape to witch mountain s appeal is sealed by a series of excellent performances. Many adults who were children at that time remember the film with great fondness, and the movie has been popular on video and dvd. This page is about the witch mountain franchise owned by walt disney. While not as attractive as the transfer for escape, return looked quite positive. Escape to witch mountain 1975 film escape to witch mountain 1995 film r. In this thrilling sequel to disneys escape to witch mountain, automobiles mysteriously fly and humans float in thin air as sinister masterminds christopher lee and bette davis unleash a diabolical plan. Escape to witch mountain became one of disneys most popular liveaction films ever when it was released in 1975. Characters from the escape to witch mountain franchise. The film was produced by walt disney productions, released in march 1975 by buena vista distribution company and directed by john hough. A madefortelevision sequel called beyond witch mountain was made in 1982. It s based on the 1975 escape to witch mountain, but it s got new special effects. Jack helps two alien kids save their planet and ours in disney s race to witch mountain.
See more ideas about witch, race to witch mountain and disney films. The people responsible for disney s franchise reboot race to witch mountain could have churned out a bythenumbers piece of junk, and still made a mint off the parents with fond memories of the. Two young orphans with psychic powers prompts evil. Since the favorable reception given 1975 s escape to witch mountain and 1978 s return from witch mountain, disney twice delved back into the world imagined in print by alexander key. On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. Escape to witch mountain by john hough eddie albert, ray. The new film is made with the playstation generation in mind, as director andy fickman the game plan lays down colorful lights and cg tweaks to lavishly ornament the world before he promptly destroys it all. In basic plot structure, disneys 1978 sequel return from witch mountain. Race to witch mountain has little in common with its eventempered, lowbudget forefathers.
Disneys jungle cruise, complete cast list cinemablend. Beyond witch mountain was broadcast on cbs as an episode of walt disney on february 20, 1982. The magical world of disney beyond witch mountain tv. How many movies were made from the escape to witch. Dec 04, 2008 disney s latest adventure, race to witch mountain, is a remake of a 1975 film and will be released in march. Jack bruno, a las vegas cabdriver struggling to stay on the right path, gets an outofthisworld incentive when two aliens, disguised as teenagers, suddenly appear in his taxi. Kim was born september 19, 1964 in mineola, hempstead, long island, new york to kathleen mary dugan and kenneth edwin richards, a business executive. Escape to witch mountain became one of disney s most popular liveaction films ever when it was released in 1975. View the tcmdb entry for return from witch mountain 1978. Escape to witch mountain is a 1975 science fiction film based on the novel escape to witch mountain by alexander key. Mar 12, 2009 from bambi to walle, the walt disney animated canon has something to please everyone from the cast of disney s latest flick, race to witch mountain. Disney s response to complaints was that music rights were not available.
The walt disney company s witch mountain franchise, is based on the 1968 science fiction novel written by alexander key. Escape to witch mountain was a different type of film for the studio and enough of a hit to keep the disney brand in the game. Mar 20, 2020 ahead of launch, the full disney plus uk content list has been revealed, and it features 30 seasons of the simpsons. Kim made her tv commercial debut at four months in a diaper ad. Race to witch mountain movie trailers and clips disney video. The creepy witch mountain kids and their spooky puppets are back. This latest installment in the witch mountain series comes more than 30 years after the release of the. Race to witch mountain, a second disney liveaction remake of the 1975 disney liveaction film escape to witch mountain. This latest installment in the witch mountain series comes more than 30 years after the release of the first two films, escape to witch mountain and return from witch mountain.
While the merits of air bud are debatable, there are a lot of people who treasure this film and its sequel as an old family favorite, and having seen the advertisements for the upcoming reboot race to witch mountain, i was looking forward to seeing it for the first time. Eddie albert in escape to witch mountain 1975 donald pleasence and ray. Escape to witch mountain is a 1975 science fiction film based on the novel escape to witch. It was produced by walt disney productions, released by buena vista distribution company and directed by john hough. This made for tv flick that can often be seen on the disney channel was a real treat. Return from witch mountain appears in an aspect ratio of approximately 1. Ahead of launch, the full disney plus uk content list has been revealed, and it features 30 seasons of the simpsons. Fasten your seatbelts for the thrill ride of your life in disneys fun family actionadventure race to witch mountain, starring dwayne johnson. Sara and seth explain that they traveled to earth to collect scientific data of an experiment and save earth from invasion, but they need to return immediately to their planet. Alex friedman carla gugino, the trio travels to witch mountain, a secret government outpost in the nevada desert, with the hopes of evading their pursuers and sending sara and seth homeand saving earth in the process. The new walt disney film escape to witch mountain is a solid adventure for the under 12 set. Since the favorable reception given 1975s escape to witch mountain and 1978s return from witch mountain, disney twice delved back into the world imagined in print by alexander key.
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