Disney Junior celebrates Mickey & Minnie this month

MANILA, Philippines - The most famous mouse-couple in the world, Mickey and Minnie, is celebrating their birthday tomorrow, Nov. 18.

Born during the silent film era, Mickey and Minnie Mouse both made their first appearance in the animated short film Steamboat Willie, which is the first-ever cartoon with synchronized sound. Directed by Walt Disney, it was released on Nov. 18, 1928 and is also the date recognized as their official birthday.

As a tribute, Disney Junior will pull off the biggest event of the year with party packed Mickey and Minnie birthday episodes and specials.

Tomorrow at 6 a.m., enjoy birthday-themed episodes of all the Disney Junior favorites like Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Doc McStuffins and Sofia the First, followed by Minnie’s new full-length adventure The Wizard of Dizz at 11 a.m. with encores at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

In reference to the classic tale The Wizard of Oz, the new Mickey Mouse Clubhouse original sees Minnie and her new friends — Scarecrow Goofy, Mickey the Tin Mouse and Donald the Lion — set off to ask the wonderful Wizard of Dizz to make their dreams come true. But you have to watch out because Bad Witch Pete wants Minnie’s magical, sparkly green shoes, and he’s got a few tricks up his sleeve. The Wizard of Dizz airs Nov. 24.

So, bring out the party hats and get ready to have a blast this month.