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The Disney Animated Canon is the unofficial name of all the major, big, full animated theatrical features created by Disney's in-house animation division, Walt Disney Animation Studios. From 1937's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to 2016's Zootopia, these films have entertained many a generation of children and adults, who would look back on plenty of these 55 movies. 55 movies in 79 years. Oh yes, that's definitely quite a lot.
Well, with the recent release of Zootopia and the 80th year approaching, I decided to make this. As to be expected for something this long-running, there are various different "eras" of the Disney Animated Canon. However, with the exception of one particular era, none of these eras are officially named or set in stone. As such, here are listed eras here solely for this poll:
1. The Golden Era (1937-1942)
-The beginning of the canon, and the films to lay the groundwork for decades to come. Consists of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo, and Bambi.
2. The World War II Era (1943-1949)
-The age of compilations, when WWII pressed many of the key animators into service and forcing the studio to make cheaper films. Consists of Saludos Amigos, The Three Caballeros, Make Mine Music, Fun & Fancy Free, Melody Time, and The Adventures of Ichabod & Mr. Toad.
3. The Silver Era (1950-1967)
-The return to form for Disney, and the creation of further commercial & critical successes until Walt's untimely death. Consists of Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, Peter Pan, Lady and the Tramp, Sleeping Beauty, 101 Dalmatians, The Sword in the Stone, and The Jungle Book.
4. The Bronze Era (1970-1988)
-The age of classic, yet questionable films, as the studio struggled to find its way without the founder. Consists of The Aristocats, Robin Hood, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh, The Rescuers, The Fox and the Hound, The Black Cauldron, The Great Mouse Detective, and Oliver & Company.
5. The Renaissance Era (1989-1999)
-The (arguably) most successful era of them all, as Disney re-cemented themselves as an animation powerhouse. Consists of The Little Mermaid, The Rescuers Down Under, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King, Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Mulan and Tarzan.
6. The Transition Era (1999-2008)
-The decade of uncertainty, as the studio created some questionable outings, and made some questionable decisions. Consists of Fantasia 2000, Dinosaur, The Emperor's New Groove, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, Lilo & Stitch, Treasure Planet, Brother Bear, Home on the Range, Chicken Little, Meet the Robinsons, and Bolt
7. The Revival Era (2009-???)
-The rebound that proclaimed: Disney is back. Consists of The Princess & The Frog, Tangled, Winnie the Pooh, Wreck-It Ralph, Frozen, Big Hero 6, and Zootopia.
As of now, we have two definite upcoming movies, #56 Moana and #57 Gigantic. Whether or not these films will continue the Revival Era or be the start of a new era remains to be seen, but for now, there's the 7 eras. So pick your favorite, and let's take a trip down memory lane.