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13 years after its theatrical release, The Black Cauldron was finally released on home video on August 4, 1998, although there were plans to release it since February 1998. The video was available until January 31, 1999.


Synopsis[]

Disney's 25th full-length animated classic, The Black Cauldron, is heroic adventure that fills the screen with magic and wonder. Overflowing with colorful characters, trailblazing animation and nonstop action, this critically acclaimed film can now be enjoyed on video for the first time ever. 

In the mystical land of Pyrdain, a young boy named Taran, who dreams of a future as an invincible warrior, finds himself leading a real-life quest. In a race against the evil Horned King, Taran must be the first to find the mysterious Black Cauldron -- or the Horned King will unleash its power and take over the world.  With the help of a magic sword, an enchanting princess, an adorable clairvoyant pig and a funny little furry creature named Gurgi, Taran overcomes winged dragons, the King's monstrous henchmen, three batty witches and more -- and learns nothing is as powerful as courage and friendship.

VHS Supplements[]

Video Creation date Announcer
1 Green warning screens (1997-2000) October 21, 1997
2 Walt Disney Home Video logo (1992-2001) March 5, 1992
3 "Coming Soon to Theaters" (1994-2000) October 19, 1994 Brian Cummings
4 Teaser trailer for A Bug's Life November 14, 1997
5 "Now Available on Videocassette" (1994-1999) October 19, 1994 Brian Cummings
6 Trailer for Meet the Deedles August 4, 1998 Tom Kane
7 "Coming Soon to Own on Videocassette" (1994-1998) October 19, 1994 Brian Cummings
8 Trailer for Kiki's Delivery Service June 2, 1998 Mark Elliott
9 Trailer for Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World June 23, 1998
10 Video preview for Lady and the Tramp March 31, 1998
11 Trailer for The Lion King II: Simba's Pride June 23, 1998
12 "Feature Program" (1992-1998) September 21, 1992 Brian Cummings
13 Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) January 22, 1994
14 The Black Cauldron (Restored version) May 2nd, 1997 John Huston

Later printings released in September 1998 contain these:

Video Creation date Announcer
1 Green warning screens (1997-2000) October 21, 1997
2 Walt Disney Home Video logo (1992-2001) March 5, 1992
3 "Coming Soon to Theaters" (1994-2000) October 19, 1994 Brian Cummings
4 Trailer for A Bug's Life June 19, 1998 Mark Elliott
5 Trailer for Air Bud: Golden Receiver August 4, 1998
6 "Now Available on Videocassette" (1994-1999) October 19, 1994 Brian Cummings
7 Trailer for Meet the Deedles August 4, 1998 Tom Kane
8 "Coming Soon to Own on Videocassette" (1998-2000) Brian Cummings
9 Trailer for Kiki's Delivery Service June 23, 1998 Mark Elliott
10 Video preview for Lady and the Tramp March 31, 1998
11 Trailer for The Lion King II: Simba's Pride July 14, 1998
12 Trailer for Doug: The Movie August 4, 1998 Michael Bell
13 "Feature Presentation" (1994-2000) October 19, 1994 Brian Cummings
14 Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection logo (1994-1999) October 28, 1994
15 Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) January 22, 1994
16 The Black Cauldron (Restored version) May 2nd, 1997 John Huston

Advertised on:[]

  1. Mummies Alive: The Legend Begins (April 7, 1998)
  2. Flubber (April 21, 1998)
  3. Toothless (May 19, 1998)
  4. Angels in the Endzone (May 19, 1998)
  5. The Garbage Picking Field Goal Kicking Philadelphia Phenomenon (May 19, 1998)
  6. Little Indian, Big City (May 19, 1998)
  7. Melody Time (June 2, 1998)
  8. Mr. Magoo (June 23, 1998)
  9. The Spirit of Mickey (July 14, 1998)
  10. Meet the Deedles (August 4, 1998)
  11. Pocahontas II: Journey to a New World (August 25, 1998)
  12. Hocus Pocus (August 25, 1998)

In Other Countries[]

Country of origin Release date
UK September 22, 1997
Australia August 21, 1998
Japan December 6, 2000

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