Night | 1930 | Animated Short

Title: Night | 1930 | Animated Short Director: Walt Disney Studio: Walt Disney Productions Starring: (animation; no credited cast) Based on: Original animated Silly Symphony concept Release Date: July 31 1930 Runtime: Approximately 7 minutes Format: Black and white animated short with synchronized sound Country: United States Language: English Genres: Animation Comedy Music --- Chapters: 00:00:00 Moonrise over mill pond 00:01:30 Owls and nocturnal birds 00:03:00 Fireflies illuminate the night 00:04:30 Insects and frogs dance to music 00:06:00 Dawn approaches and end --- Summary: Night is a 1930 Silly Symphonies animated short film directed by Walt Disney that presents a musical celebration of nocturnal life on a moonlit pond. Featuring whimsical choreography by animated animals such as owls, insects, fireflies, and frogs responding to classical musical cues, the short blends rhythm and visual humor in a sequence of episodic vignettes set to well-known melodies including Beethoven’s Moonlight Sonata. The cartoon emphasizes movement synchronized to music and reflects the series’ early experimentation with musical animation. The narrative is non-linear and lighthearted, showcasing the creativity of Disney’s animation team in portraying nature’s creatures as performers in a nighttime spectacle. --- Background: Produced by Walt Disney Productions and distributed by Columbia Pictures, Night was part of the Silly Symphonies series designed to pair animation with musical accompaniment outside of the studio’s Mickey Mouse canon. Released in 1930, it was among the early entries to feature innovative animation techniques and musical synchronization that helped the series explore artistic expression in animated shorts. --- Trivia: Night is one of the early Silly Symphonies released after the departure of key animator Ub Iwerks, marking a transitional period in Disney animation. The short originally appeared with blue tinting to enhance the nocturnal atmosphere in theaters. The musical selection prominently features classical compositions including Beethoven and Strauss. Night was released amid a string of Silly Symphonies in 1930 alongside titles such as Frolicking Fish and Arctic Antics. The animation illustrates synchronized movement of fireflies, frogs, and other creatures in rhythm with the soundtrack. --- Public Domain / Rights: Original Release: July 31 1930 Original Studio / Distributor: Walt Disney Productions / Columbia Pictures Copyright Status: Public Domain Renewal: Not applicable --- Hashtags: #Night1930 #SillySymphonies #WaltDisney #AnimatedShort #ClassicAnimation #PublicDomain