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The Emperor's New Groove | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 15, 2000

Dec 15, 2025
On this day in 2000, 'The Emperor's New Groove' was released in theaters. It starred David Spade, John Goodman, Eartha Kitt, and Patrick Warburton. Following the Disney Renaissance, the film was praised for its rapid pacing, witty ad-libbed dialogue, and irreverent humor. Originally called ‘Kingdom of the Sun,’ the story was drastically and rapidly overhauled to limit costs. ‘The Emperor’s New Groove’ has become a cult classic with its home media releases earning more than the original box office. [25 years ago in 2025] Don't miss Daps Magic's official weekly YouTube show Geeks Corner here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAF91C7183BAB676B Visit Daps Magic: https://dapsmagic.com Join Our Patreon Community: https://patreon.com/dapsmagic Daps Magic was created by a very special group of Disney Fans who had a dream for a place on the internet where people young and old could share their love of Walt Disney and his legacies in a safe and fun atmosphere.

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