Description
The Disney Channel Magazine – August 1983
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea • VG Condition
This is an original August 1983 issue of The Disney Channel Magazine, released during the channel’s very first summer on air. This issue highlights classic Disney sea adventures—including 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea—alongside early series spotlights and behind-the-scenes features. The magazine is in very good condition, showing only minor edge wear appropriate for its age. The exact item pictured is the item you will receive. Please review all detailed photos for full condition assessment. All magazines come with a protective plastic covering, and combined shipping is available upon request.
A wonderfully preserved piece of early Disney Channel history, this issue captures the channel’s early identity, summer programming mood, and classic Disney adventure themes.
Contents
2 — Keep Cool This Month
Beat the heat with refreshing entertainment—from breezy nautical fun to amazing adventures beneath the sea.
4 — Kirk Douglas
Spend time with Hollywood legend Kirk Douglas, both a rugged superstar and a goodwill ambassador.
7 — Disney Salutes
Premiering Kansas: The 34th Star, part of The Disney Channel’s new series celebrating notable American stories.
9 — Gumby Rides Again
Meet animator Art Clokey, the creative force behind Gumby, as the clay icon returns to television in The Gumby Show.
11 — Here Comes Miller
Discover how Warren Miller turned a $100 loan into a global sports-film empire through his passion for skiing and adventure.
21 — Just for Kids
Set sail for fun with games, puzzles, and instructions for building your own fleet of paper boats.
DEPARTMENTS
Yesterday/Today — 4
Monthly Magic (Program Listings) — 5–20
Mickey’s Just for Kids Section — 21–27
Get Involved — 28–32
This August 1983 issue is especially collectible as one of the earliest Disney Channel magazines ever printed, capturing the charm and adventure of the network’s launch period—highlighted by sea-themed programming such as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and the return of Gumby to television. A great addition to any early Disney Channel collection.