The Sword in the Stone was last seen in theaters on March 25, 1983, followed by its first VHS release on March 25, 1986. And once again, this title was priced at $79.95 like the previous titles under the Walt Disney Classics lineup. Also like the other films, the Buena Vista logo is removed from this film.
In October 14, 1986, The Sword in the Stone was reduced to $29.95 during the Wonderland Sale. On these re-prints, any trailers were removed, and the 1984 Walt Disney Classics logo was snippeted for half a second. The Sword in the Stone returned to its original price in early 1987. The video was re-released in 1989 and 1991, when it was priced at $24.99, and later as part of the Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection from 1994 through 1999.
Synopsis[]
1991 VHS[]
Disney artistry brings a beloved medieval legend to life with new songs and surprises, and the result is a timeless film that has become a worldwide favorite. A young scullery boy named Wart is taught amazing lessons by the wizard Merlin who turns him into a fish, a bird and a squirrel so that he might understand the mysteries of life. Such lessons help the boy succeed where for centuries thousands of mighty men had failed. Whoever removes a wondrous golden sword embedded in a large stone will be crowned Arthur, King of England! Brilliantly executed and peopled with unforgettable characters, The Sword in the Stone is the best of both worlds: a legend and a Disney Classic!
1994-1999 VHS[]
Dazzling color and brilliant animation bring the medieval legend of King Arthur to life in The Sword in the Stone. With a forest full of charm, spectacle, and wizardry, Disney's classic tale conjures up delightful entertainment for all ages! England is in the midst of a dark age and without a proper king, Young "Wart," an orphan and squire-in-training, is content with kitchen duties in his foster home -- until he drops in on the extraordinary wizard Merlin and his articulate owl, Archimedes. Through three life lessons, Wart learns to set his "sights on the heights," armed with the most powerful forces on earth -- intellect, wisdom, and love. When it's time to contest who will be king, Wart must use his newfound knowledge to do what no mighty knight has done before! Join in all the magical marvels that make The Sword in the Stone a classic animated film and pure Disney gold!
Supplements[]
1986-1991 VHS[]
1 | 2 | 3 |
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Early copies contained the 1983 Walt Disney Home Video logo, while the regular prints had the 1984 Classics logo freezing for 10 seconds and surprisingly, the 5-minute Walt Disney and You promo after the movie. The 1991 print has new cover artwork with no changes to the tape master.
1994 VHS[]
Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
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1 | Green warning screens (1991-1997) | September 7, 1991 | |
2 | Walt Disney Home Video logo (1986-2001) Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection logo (1994-1999) |
October 14, 1986 (Version 1) October 28, 1994 (Version 2) | |
3 | "Now Available on Videocassette" (1992-1995) | August 13, 1993 | Brian Cummings |
4 | Trailer for The Brave Little Toaster | October 28, 1994 | Beau Weaver |
5 | "Feature Presentation" (1992-1999) | April 10, 1992 | Mark Elliott |
6 | Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) | January 22, 1994 | |
7 | The Sword in the Stone | December 25, 1963 | Sebastian Cabot |
1994 VHS[]
Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
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1 | Green warning screens (1991-1997) | September 7, 1991 | |
2 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection logo (1994-1999) | October 28, 1994 | |
3 | "Now on Videocassette" (1992-1999) | Brian Cummings | |
4 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection promo | Mark Elliott | |
5 | Trailer for The Brave Little Toaster | Beau Weaver | |
6 | Walt Disney Family Film Collection promo | Tress MacNeille | |
7 | "Feature Presentation" (1992-1999) | April 10, 1992 | Mark Elliott |
8 | Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000 | January 22, 1994 | |
9 | The Sword in the Stone | December 25, 1963 | Sebastian Cabot |
1995 VHS[]
Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
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1 | Green warning screens (1991-1997) | September 7, 1991 | |
2 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection Classics logo (1994-1999) | October 28, 1994 | |
3 | "Now Available to Own on Videocassette" (1994-1998) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
4 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection promo | September 6, 1995 | Mark Elliott |
5 | Trailer for The Brave Little Toaster | October 28, 1994 | Beau Weaver |
6 | Walt Disney Family Film Collection promo | Tress MacNeille | |
7 | "Feature Presentation" (1994-2000) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
8 | Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) | January 22, 1994 | |
9 | The Sword in the Stone | December 25, 1963 | Sebastian Cabot |
1996 VHS[]
Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
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1 | Green warning screens (1991-1997) | September 7, 1991 | |
2 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection logo (1994-1999) | October 28, 1994 | |
3 | "Now Available on Videocassette" (1994-1999) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
4 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection promo | February 28, 1996 | Mark Elliott |
5 | Walt Disney Family Film Collection promo | ||
6 | "Coming Soon to Own on Videocassette" (1994-1998) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
7 | Video preview for Aladdin and the King of Thieves | January 10, 1996 | Mark Elliott |
8 | "Feature Presentation" (1994-2000) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
9 | Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) | January 22, 1994 | |
10 | The Sword in the Stone | December 25, 1963 | Sebastian Cabot |
1998 VHS[]
Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
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1 | Green warning screens (1997-2000) | October 21, 1997 | |
2 | Walt Disney Home Video logo (1992-2001) | March 5, 1992 | |
3 | "Now Available to Own on Videocassette" (1994-1998) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
4 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection promo | March 24, 1998 | Mark Elliott |
5 | "Coming Soon to Own on Videocassette" (1994-1998) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
6 | Video preview for Melody Time | March 3, 1998 | Mark Elliott |
7 | Video preview for The Spirit of Mickey | March 24, 1998 | |
8 | Trailer for The Brave Little Toaster Goes to Mars | March 3, 1998 | |
9 | Trailer for Kiki's Delivery Service | March 31, 1998 | |
10 | "Feature Presentation" (1994-2000) | October 19, 1994 | Brian Cummings |
11 | Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) | January 22, 1994 | |
12 | The Sword in the Stone | December 25, 1963 | Sebastian Cabot |
1999 VHS[]
Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
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1 | Green warning screens (1997-2000) | October 21, 1997 | |
2 | Walt Disney Home Video logo (1992-2001) | March 5, 1992 | |
3 | "Now Available to Own on Videocassette" (1998-2000) | August 4, 1998 | Brian Cummings |
4 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection promo | July 14, 1998 | Mark Elliott |
5 | "Coming Soon to Own on Videocassette" (1998-2000) | August 4, 1998 | Brian Cummings |
6 | Trailer for Madeline: Lost in Paris | March 9, 1999 | Kath Soucie |
7 | "Feature Presentation" (1992-1999) | November 22, 1991 | Mark Elliott |
8 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection logo (1994-1999) | October 28, 1994 | |
9 | Full Screen Format Disclaimer (1994-2000) | January 22, 1994 | |
10 | The Sword in the Stone | December 25, 1963 | Sebastian Cabot |
Advertised on:[]
1994 VHS[]
- All 9 Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection titles from 1994-1996
- All Walt Disney Family Film Collection titles
1995 VHS[]
- Cinderella (1995 VHS)
- All 9 Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection titles from 1994-1996
1996 VHS[]
- Pocahontas (1996 VHS)
- The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (1996 VHS)
- All 9 Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection titles from 1994-1996
1998 VHS[]
- All 6 Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection titles from 1997-1999
- Walt Disney Film Classics: The Don Knotts Collection
- Melody Time (VHS)
- The Spirit of Mickey (VHS)
- Lady and the Tramp (1998 VHS)
- 101 Dalmatians (1999 VHS)
In Other Countries[]
Country of origin | Release date |
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UK | September 1986 |
Japan | September 21, 1990 |
Australia | October 29, 1993 |
USA (Spanish dub) | June 22, 1994 |
Weblinks[]
Official[]
- http://www.disney.com/DisneyVideos/masterpiece/shelves/theswordinthestone (1997-1999)
- http://disney.go.com/DisneyVideos/masterpiece/shelves/theswordinthestone (1999-2001)
Merchandising[]
- VHS (Amazon.com)
- VHS; Spanish language edition (Amazon.com)
- VHS (Amazon.co.uk)
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