I don’t think there’s been a year of Disney movies I’ve been more excited about! 2015 is going to be huge. I am especially excited about Cinderella (I mean, obviously!) and Star Wars (Norrin’s middle is Luke as in Skywalker). So below you will find some photos, descriptions and teaser trailers – including one for Star Wars!! Throughout the year, I will share more information and fun activities about all of these films – including the ones that are showing Sensory Friendly screenings.
January 23 – Strange Magic
February 20 – McFarland, USA
March 13 – Cinderella
April 17 – Monkey Kingdom
May 1 – Avengers: Age of Ultron
May 22 – Tomorrowland {May 30 Sensory Friendly Screenings}
July 17 – Ant–Man
June 19 – Inside Out {June 30 Sensory Friendly Screenings}
October 9 – The Jungle Book {Oct 17 Sensory Friendly Screenings}
October 16 – The Untitled Steven Spielberg Cold War Spy Thriller
November 25 – The Good Dinosaur {Dec 5 Sensory Friendly Screenings}
December 18 – Star Wars: The Force Awakens
For more information regarding Sensory Friendly Films visit: www.amctheatres.com
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January 23, 2015 – Strange Magic (Touchstone Pictures / Lucasfilm) is a fairy tale—but not your average fairy tale.
It’s a madcap musical with a princess who has sworn off love, a vulnerable villain, a slightly nutty Sugar
Plum Fairy, a tenacious and big-hearted elf, a mischievous imp, and a knight who is no Prince Charming.
It’s a madcap musical with a princess who has sworn off love, a vulnerable villain, a slightly nutty Sugar
Plum Fairy, a tenacious and big-hearted elf, a mischievous imp, and a knight who is no Prince Charming.
February 20, 2015 – McFarland, USA (Walt Disney Studios) Based on the 1987 true story, Disney’s “McFarland, USA” follows novice runners from McFarland, an
economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-
country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), a newcomer to their predominantly
Latino high school.
economically challenged town in California’s farm-rich Central Valley, as they give their all to build a cross-
country team under the direction of Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner), a newcomer to their predominantly
Latino high school.
March 13, 2015 – Cinderella (Walt Disney Studios) Disney’s “Cinderella,” a live-action feature inspired by the classic fairy tale, brings to life
the timeless images from the studio’s 1950 animated masterpiece as fully-realized
characters in a visually-dazzling spectacle for a whole new generation.
the timeless images from the studio’s 1950 animated masterpiece as fully-realized
characters in a visually-dazzling spectacle for a whole new generation.
April 17, 2015 – Monkey Kingdom (Disneynature) Life is an adventure for Maya, the clever and resourceful blonde-bobbed monkey in “Monkey Kingdom,”
Disneynature’s new feature film set among ancient ruins in the storied jungles of South Asia. Maya’s world is
forever changed when she welcomes her son, Kip, into her complicated extended family. Like all families, Maya’s
has more than its share of colorful personalities—and she’s determined to give her son a leg up in the world. When
their longtime home at Castle Rock is taken over by powerful neighboring monkeys, Maya’s whole family is forced
to relocate, and she uses her street smarts and ingenuity to lead them to untapped resources amidst strange new
creatures and unsettling surroundings. Ultimately, they will all have to work together to reclaim Castle Rock, where
Maya can hopefully realize her dreams for her son’s future.
Disneynature’s new feature film set among ancient ruins in the storied jungles of South Asia. Maya’s world is
forever changed when she welcomes her son, Kip, into her complicated extended family. Like all families, Maya’s
has more than its share of colorful personalities—and she’s determined to give her son a leg up in the world. When
their longtime home at Castle Rock is taken over by powerful neighboring monkeys, Maya’s whole family is forced
to relocate, and she uses her street smarts and ingenuity to lead them to untapped resources amidst strange new
creatures and unsettling surroundings. Ultimately, they will all have to work together to reclaim Castle Rock, where
Maya can hopefully realize her dreams for her son’s future.
May 1, 2015 – Avengers: Age of Ultron (Marvel) The epic follow-up to the biggest Super Hero
movie of all time. When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go
awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible
Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the
balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his
terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and
unique global adventure.
movie of all time. When Tony Stark tries to jumpstart a dormant peacekeeping program, things go
awry and Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, including Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, The Incredible
Hulk, Black Widow and Hawkeye, are put to the ultimate test as the fate of the planet hangs in the
balance. As the villainous Ultron emerges, it is up to The Avengers to stop him from enacting his
terrible plans, and soon uneasy alliances and unexpected action pave the way for an epic and
unique global adventure.
May 22, 2015 – Tomorrowland (Walt Disney Studios) From Disney comes two-time Oscar® winner Brad Bird’s riveting, mystery adventure “Tomorrowland,”
starring Academy Award® winner George Clooney. Bound by a shared destiny, former boy-genius Frank
(Clooney), jaded by disillusionment, and Casey (Britt Robertson), a bright, optimistic teen bursting with
scientific curiosity, embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place
somewhere in time and space known only as “Tomorrowland.” What they must do there changes the
world—and them—forever.
starring Academy Award® winner George Clooney. Bound by a shared destiny, former boy-genius Frank
(Clooney), jaded by disillusionment, and Casey (Britt Robertson), a bright, optimistic teen bursting with
scientific curiosity, embark on a danger-filled mission to unearth the secrets of an enigmatic place
somewhere in time and space known only as “Tomorrowland.” What they must do there changes the
world—and them—forever.
June 19, 2015 – Inside Out (Disney / Pixar) Growing up can be a bumpy road, and it’s no exception for Riley, who is uprooted from her Midwest life when her
father starts a new job in San Francisco. Like all of us, Riley is guided by her emotions – Joy (Amy Poehler), Fear
(Bill Hader), Anger (Lewis Black), Disgust (Mindy Kaling) and Sadness (Phyllis Smith). The emotions live in
Headquarters, the control center inside Riley’s mind, where they help advise her through everyday life. As Riley
and her emotions struggle to adjust to a new life in San Francisco, turmoil ensues in Headquarters. Although Joy,
Riley’s main and most important emotion, tries to keep things positive, the emotions conflict on how best to
navigate a new city, house and school.
father starts a new job in San Francisco. Like all of us, Riley is guided by her emotions – Joy (Amy Poehler), Fear
(Bill Hader), Anger (Lewis Black), Disgust (Mindy Kaling) and Sadness (Phyllis Smith). The emotions live in
Headquarters, the control center inside Riley’s mind, where they help advise her through everyday life. As Riley
and her emotions struggle to adjust to a new life in San Francisco, turmoil ensues in Headquarters. Although Joy,
Riley’s main and most important emotion, tries to keep things positive, the emotions conflict on how best to
navigate a new city, house and school.
July 17, 2015 – Ant–Man (Marvel) The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe brings a founding member of The Avengers to the
big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in
scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor,
Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering
threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that
will save the world.
big screen for the first time with Marvel Studios’ “Ant-Man.” Armed with the astonishing ability to shrink in
scale but increase in strength, master thief Scott Lang must embrace his inner-hero and help his mentor,
Dr. Hank Pym, protect the secret behind his spectacular Ant-Man suit from a new generation of towering
threats. Against seemingly insurmountable obstacles, Pym and Lang must plan and pull off a heist that
will save the world.
October 9, 2015 – The Jungle Book (Walt Disney Studios)
October 16, 2015 – The Untitled Steven Spielberg Cold War Spy Thriller (DreamWorks Pictures)
November 25, 2015 – The Good Dinosaur (Disney / Pixar)
November 25, 2015 – The Good Dinosaur (Disney / Pixar)
December 18, 2015 – Star Wars: The Force Awakens (Lucasfilm)
What movie(s) are YOU excited to see this year?
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