Saludos Amigos (1942) May 2026

Take a trip back to 1942 with Disney’s 6th animated feature, ! Originally created as part of a U.S. State Department "Good Neighbor" goodwill tour of South America, this 42-minute "package film" remains a vibrant blend of live-action travelogue and colorful animation.

: The grand finale set in Rio de Janeiro, featuring the debut of the cigar-smoking Brazilian parrot, José Carioca , as he teaches Donald how to samba. Fun Facts: Saludos Amigos (1942)

: It was the first Disney feature to premiere outside the U.S., debuting in Rio de Janeiro on August 24, 1942. Take a trip back to 1942 with Disney’s