Prop Culture

2020 American TV series or program
Prop Culture
GenreDocumentary
Created byJason Henry[1]
Dan Lanigan
Presented byDan Lanigan
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of episodes8
Production
Production companyABC Studios[2]
Original release
NetworkDisney+
ReleaseMay 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)

Prop Culture is an American documentary television series hosted by Dan Lanigan. The series premiered on Disney+ on May 1, 2020.[3] In May 2023, it was removed from the service.[4]

Premise

The series is hosted by film historian and collector Dan Lanigan, who explores and showcases costumes, set designs, music, and props from various Disney films.[5][6] Throughout each episode, Lanigan conducts interviews with guests from each film's cast and crew, providing in-depth insights into the production and legacy of each film.[7]

Films highlighted in the series include Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Mary Poppins, Tron, The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Muppet Movie, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, and Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.[8]

Episodes

No.TitleOriginal release date
1"Mary Poppins"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan learns the stories behind the props from the movie Mary Poppins. Actress Karen Dotrice guest stars.[7]
2"Tron"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan enters the world of the visionary science fiction movie, Tron and restores one of its most memorable props.
3"The Nightmare Before Christmas"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan meets creative contributors behind Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas. Film composer Danny Elfman guest stars.[9]
4"Pirates Of The Caribbean: Curse Of The Black Pearl"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan uncovers treasures from Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl.
5"Honey, I Shrunk The Kids"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan explores the futuristic inventions from Honey, I Shrunk the Kids. Rick Moranis, Thomas Wilson Brown, Jared Rushton, and Amy O'Neill guest star.[10]
6"Chronicles Of Narnia: The Lion, Witch and The Wardrobe"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan investigates props from The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. William Moseley, Anna Popplewell, and Georgie Henley guest star.[11]
7"Who Framed Roger Rabbit"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan uncovers the secrets behind Walt Disney's Oscar-winning film Who Framed Roger Rabbit. Actor Christopher Lloyd, who played Judge Doom in the film, guest stars.[12]
8"The Muppet Movie"May 1, 2020 (2020-05-01)
Dan takes a road trip to find missing props from The Muppet Movie. Brian Henson and Muppet performer Dave Goelz guest star.[13][14]

References

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  4. ^ WKRC (2024-01-06). "Host of Disney show 'doesn't understand' why it was removed from Disney+". WSYX. Archived from the original on 2024-08-13. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
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  6. ^ "What's on TV Friday: 'Hollywood' and 'Prop Culture' - The New York Times". web.archive.org. 2020-05-01. Archived from the original on 2020-05-01. Retrieved 2024-08-09.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
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  8. ^ Tangcay, Jazz (2020-05-06). "How Disney Plus Series 'Prop Culture' Gives Props to Those Who Make Movies' Memorable Objects". Variety. Archived from the original on 2024-08-09. Retrieved 2024-08-09.
  9. ^ McGrew, Shannon (2020-05-06). "[Interview] Dan Lanigan for PROP CULTURE". Nightmarish Conjurings. Archived from the original on 2023-06-03. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
  10. ^ "Rick Moranis Returns to Spotlight in Disney+'s Prop Culture to Reflect on Honey, I Shrunk the Kids". People Magazine. Archived from the original on 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  11. ^ "The Magic of Things". Television Academy. Archived from the original on 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  12. ^ "Christopher Lloyd recalls favorite scene and more from 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit'". EW.com. Archived from the original on 2024-08-12. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  13. ^ "The story behind the props in Disney films - South Southwest". digitaledition.chicagotribune.com. Archived from the original on 2024-08-13. Retrieved 2024-08-12.
  14. ^ Hennes, Joe (2020-05-01). "Rediscover Muppet Movie Props on Disney+'s Prop Culture". ToughPigs. Retrieved 2024-08-18.
  • Prop Culture at IMDb