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Mars and Beyond is an episode of Disneyland which aired on December 4, 1957. It was directed by Ward Kimball and narrated by Paul Frees. This episode discusses the possibility of life on other planets, especially Mars. It begins with an introduction of Walt Disney and his robot friend Garco, who provide a brief overview. It continues with an animated presentation about mankind seeking to understand the world in which he lives, first noticing patterns in the stars, and developing certain beliefs regarding the celestial bodies. Theories from scientists and philosophers are discussed, including Ptolemy's inaccurate, but formerly-accepted theories, as well as those of Copernicus. Life on other planets is considered, soon focusing on Mars. Ideas from science-fiction authors H.G. Wells and Edgar Rice Burroughs are brought to life with more colorful animation. Pulp science fiction comics of the time are parodied in the same straightforward tone as everything else (this segment features Kimball's comic tone and there's even a cameo appearance by Donald Duck).

After this, the program adopts a serious tone as it profiles each of t

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  • I like the old man. What they knew just by watching the planet.

  • @Spongebob1000 its in the mars life where the serecretery is running from the aliens

  • little oxygen......

    I think we need to start terraforming!

  • nitrogen?

  • What year was the Flash of Light Recorded on Mars???  MUST KNOW Please???

  • try part 2

  • I don't see a cameo apperance of Donald Duck. Can you tell me where is he?

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