Bambi was announced for its VHS re-release on October 21, 1996, with the first tapes printed in December. Restored for its 55th anniversary, this video title was released on February 4, 1997; it was only available in many stores nationwide for at least 55 days, lasting until March 31, 1997.
Release Date[]
February 4, 1997
Stock Number[]
9505
List Price[]
$26.99
Aspect Ratio[]
4:3
Format[]
T-120 (Standard Play, NTSC)
Audio[]
Hi-Fi Stereo
Language[]
English
Subtitles[]
English (Closed captioned)
Rating[]
G
Running Time[]
69 minutes
Print Date[]
December 10, 1996
Synopsis[]
Reflecting the age of innocence and the time of wonder, no other film better captures the pure magic of Disney than Bambi — the world’s most endearing animated tale about the beauty of nature and the miracle of life. Nominated for three Academy Awards®*, this immortal blend of classic storytelling and unforgettable characters is most fondly remembered as Walt Disney’s all-time favorite picture. Fully restored to its original theatrical splendor, this digitally remastered video edition can now take its place among your most cherished family keepsakes. Relive Disney’s extraordinary movie masterpiece!
VHS Supplements[]
| Video | Creation date | Announcer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FBI green warning screens | November 19, 1991 | |
| 2 | The Walt Disney Company intro (Join Us for a Special Preview!) bumper |
February 4, 1997 | Beau Weaver |
| 3 | Sneak preview for Hercules | November 27, 1996 | Mark Elliott |
| 4 | Teaser trailer for George of the Jungle | Joe Leahy | |
| 6 | (Enjoy all the magic at home!) bumper | October 29, 1996 | Beau Weaver |
| 7 | Video trailer for The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Version #2) | February 4, 1997 | Mark Elliott |
| 8 | Trailer for "Honey, We Shrunk Ourselves" | October 29, 1996 | |
| 9 | (From Disney Interactive) bumper | October 29, 1996 | Beau Weaver |
| 10 | Promo for The Hunchback of Notre Dame CD-ROM games (Disney's Animated Storybook: The Hunchback of Notre Dame/The Hunchback of Notre Dame: Topsy Turvy Games) |
February 4, 1997 | Jerry Bishop |
| 11 | (Stay tuned after the feature) (Bambi) |
Beau Weaver | |
| 12 | (Feature presentation) bumper (in lilac blue background) |
October 29, 1996 | |
| 13 | Walt Disney Masterpiece Collection logo | October 28, 1994 | |
| 14 | THX logo (Lucasfilm Ltd. version) | August 29, 1995 | |
| 15 | Bambi | August 13, 1942 | |
| 16 | "Bambi: The Magic Behind the Masterpiece" | February 4, 1997 | Corey Burton |
Advertised on:[]
- Toy Story (1996 VHS) (October 29, 1996)
- D3: The Mighty Ducks (1997 VHS) (January 21, 1997)
- Pollyanna (1991-1997 VHS) (February 4, 1997)
- The Parent Trap (1991-1997 VHS) (February 4, 1997)
- That Darn Cat! (1993-1997 VHS) (February 4, 1997)