Have you ever imagined your life as a montage of events and milestones, flashing like a slideshow in your mind (complete with a Michael Giacchino-esque score as the soundtrack)? Maybe you don’t have the power of premonition like Raven, but we’re willing to bet that you’ve recalled your most powerful past memories a time or two, and let yourself travel back to a moment in time. As you’re reading through the iconic Disney moments below, try to remember where you were when you first saw them. In a theatre with your friends? Huddled up on the couch with your family? Take a stroll down memory lane and check out 9 of the most Disney things that have ever happened:

1. Rafiki presenting Simba to the Pride Lands.



It’s hard to not to yell out “Nants ingonyama bagithi Baba!” when you see this image. The Lion King is full of super-Disney things, from Rafiki’s wisdom to Timon and Pumbaa’s jokes, but this moment rises above the rest.

2. The ballroom scene in Beauty and the Beast.



Belle and Beast’s dance is equal parts breathtaking and romantic. Let’s not forget Angela Lansbury’s amazing performance of the title song, which makes the moment even more special: We can’t wait to see what this scene will look like in the live-action version.

3. “A Spoonful of Sugar” from Mary Poppins.



♫ Just a spoonful of sugar helps the medicine go down, in a most delightful way ♫ Mary Poppins was a critical part of our childhood (and adulthood too, if we’re being honest).

4. Aladdin and Jasmine’s magic carpet ride.



Everyone knows Disney magic is a thing, and it’s epitomized in Aladdin and Jasmine’s magic carpet ride around the world. Aside from the fact that the carpet is literally magical, the two spend the whole journey singing in perfect harmony, soaring over world wonders, and most importantly, falling in love. One particularly special moment in the ride is when Aladdin plucks a flower and surprises Jasmine with it. Let’s just say it has made our first date expectations pretty high.

5. Cinderella losing her shoe.



So much can be summed up in a simple image of a glass slipper forgotten on the palace steps. It’s an immediately recognizable moment, and in it we remember so much: Cinderella’s transformation with the help of Fairy Godmother, the magic of her pumpkin carriage, and the excitement that is still to come.

6. Ariel emerging from the water.



This iconic moment from The Little Mermaid has inspired countless mermaids everywhere to practice their dramatic out-of-the-pool hair flips. We’re not sure if anyone is able to finesse that move quite like Ariel, but let’s all agree to keep practicing.

7. The floating lantern scene in Tangled.



We’ve already established that we think Flynn and Rapunzel are the best Disney couple, so it’s no mystery that we think “I See the Light” is one of the best Disney things. It’s completely, enchantingly unforgettable.

8. Elsa singing “Let It Go” in Frozen.



This epic moment in Frozen never gets old, and Elsa’s spectacular metamorphosis is so fun to watch. Of course, the movie shows us that sisterhood and love are the most important gifts of all, but this moment is a pretty fantastic gift, too.

9. Mickey Mouse in Steamboat Willie.



Even though Plane Crazy was technically Mickey Mouse’s first appearance, most of us think fondly upon his early days as a steamboat captain, taunting Peg-Leg Pete and charming Minnie Mouse. Who would have guessed that all these years later he would mean so much to us all!

What’s your favorite Disney moment? Tell us about it in the comments!

Posted 5 years Ago