Colin LooksBack
@colinlooksback.bsky.social
Youtuber focusing on nerdy retrospectives, with emphasis on Disney, Muppets, and animatronics. Mostly using this to promote my videos and share interesting bits of animation/movie history I come across.
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I love what a time capsule this set is! The Spirt of Mickey! Pocahontas II! Flubber! The Black Cauldron's first home video release! Not every Happy Meal can evoke such a specific moment in time.
Happy Meal toys are so much better when they're mounted on a mini VHS tape box (Disney Video Favorites, 1998)
February 1, 2026 at 10:42 AM
I love what a time capsule this set is! The Spirt of Mickey! Pocahontas II! Flubber! The Black Cauldron's first home video release! Not every Happy Meal can evoke such a specific moment in time.
In an early version the #Aladdin script where Al's mother is present, she faints upon first meeting the Genie. His reaction line ("I haven't seen a fall like that since Rome!") was recorded by Robin Williams and finally used many years later in "Once Upon a Studio."
January 22, 2026 at 7:51 PM
In an early version the #Aladdin script where Al's mother is present, she faints upon first meeting the Genie. His reaction line ("I haven't seen a fall like that since Rome!") was recorded by Robin Williams and finally used many years later in "Once Upon a Studio."
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Oh shit inspector gadget’s comin.
January 21, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Oh shit inspector gadget’s comin.
Concept art for Mamelouk, an evil cat from Disney's original drafts of #TheRescuers. He's very clearly modeled after Lucifer from Cinderella. There's also art for a nice cat, Sidney, one of Miss Bianca's friends.
January 17, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Concept art for Mamelouk, an evil cat from Disney's original drafts of #TheRescuers. He's very clearly modeled after Lucifer from Cinderella. There's also art for a nice cat, Sidney, one of Miss Bianca's friends.
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dolphin statue, aqua circus, route 28, yarmouth, massachusetts, 1984
January 12, 2026 at 5:36 PM
dolphin statue, aqua circus, route 28, yarmouth, massachusetts, 1984
It may be a little late for Christmas (or quite early, if you'd prefer), but here is my newest Disney Villains entry on Oogie Boogie from #TheNightmareBeforeChristmas!
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A Disney Villains Retrospective, Part 38: Oogie Boogie (The Nightmare Before Christmas)
YouTube video by Colin LooksBack
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January 11, 2026 at 2:57 PM
It may be a little late for Christmas (or quite early, if you'd prefer), but here is my newest Disney Villains entry on Oogie Boogie from #TheNightmareBeforeChristmas!
youtu.be/RTbvD7GiA4Y
youtu.be/RTbvD7GiA4Y
Amusing (if not disturbing) gag drawing of our favorite "Silly Old Bear" from Pooh's Grand Adventure. Presumably an artist having some fun and not something actually meant for the movie.
#WinnieThePooh
#WinnieThePooh
January 7, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Amusing (if not disturbing) gag drawing of our favorite "Silly Old Bear" from Pooh's Grand Adventure. Presumably an artist having some fun and not something actually meant for the movie.
#WinnieThePooh
#WinnieThePooh
Model sheet of Scrooge McDuck's rival, John D. Rockerduck from an old Disney style guide. Seems to be US-based, which is interesting because Rockerduck never really got picked up over here compared to other countries.
#ScroogeMcDuck
#ScroogeMcDuck
January 3, 2026 at 9:54 PM
Model sheet of Scrooge McDuck's rival, John D. Rockerduck from an old Disney style guide. Seems to be US-based, which is interesting because Rockerduck never really got picked up over here compared to other countries.
#ScroogeMcDuck
#ScroogeMcDuck
Wow, I think I might have this saved on my old computer. This takes me back to a much, much simpler time. I especially love the manically-happy Togepi.
January 2, 2026 at 10:22 PM
Wow, I think I might have this saved on my old computer. This takes me back to a much, much simpler time. I especially love the manically-happy Togepi.
Lovely layout art of Pooh and Owl's houses, as seen in "Pooh's Grand Adventure. #WinnieThePooh
January 2, 2026 at 1:32 AM
Lovely layout art of Pooh and Owl's houses, as seen in "Pooh's Grand Adventure. #WinnieThePooh
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Really great music video for the "Snoopy Vs the Red Baron" song, custom made by a local Cleveland channel.
Snoopy looks a bit like the Unabomber here, but that's probably a coincidence.
Really great music video for the "Snoopy Vs the Red Baron" song, custom made by a local Cleveland channel.
Snoopy looks a bit like the Unabomber here, but that's probably a coincidence.
"Snoopy vs. The Red Baron" on Big Chuck and Lil' John
YouTube video by Aaron's Archive
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December 28, 2025 at 2:47 PM
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Really great music video for the "Snoopy Vs the Red Baron" song, custom made by a local Cleveland channel.
Snoopy looks a bit like the Unabomber here, but that's probably a coincidence.
Really great music video for the "Snoopy Vs the Red Baron" song, custom made by a local Cleveland channel.
Snoopy looks a bit like the Unabomber here, but that's probably a coincidence.
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Speaking of attractions that were originally going to be dinner theater / show ...
You often hear about Edison Square and Liberty Street, but did you know about a Chinatown section of Disneyland's Main Street USA?
Here's concept art by Herb Ryman of a proposed "indoor dining amphitheater"?!🥡
You often hear about Edison Square and Liberty Street, but did you know about a Chinatown section of Disneyland's Main Street USA?
Here's concept art by Herb Ryman of a proposed "indoor dining amphitheater"?!🥡
December 23, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Speaking of attractions that were originally going to be dinner theater / show ...
You often hear about Edison Square and Liberty Street, but did you know about a Chinatown section of Disneyland's Main Street USA?
Here's concept art by Herb Ryman of a proposed "indoor dining amphitheater"?!🥡
You often hear about Edison Square and Liberty Street, but did you know about a Chinatown section of Disneyland's Main Street USA?
Here's concept art by Herb Ryman of a proposed "indoor dining amphitheater"?!🥡
The loss of MuppetVision is still eating at me, even though #MonstersInc is one of my favorite Pixar films.. The saddest part is that after thinking about it, the Muppets could actually work well with those characters. Can't you just see Sweetums working on the Laugh Floor?
December 12, 2025 at 9:32 PM
The loss of MuppetVision is still eating at me, even though #MonstersInc is one of my favorite Pixar films.. The saddest part is that after thinking about it, the Muppets could actually work well with those characters. Can't you just see Sweetums working on the Laugh Floor?
Very excited to share this interview with Tad Stones about his work on the #Aladdin and #Hercules animated series!
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INTERVIEW: Tad Stones on the Aladdin and Hercules TV Series
YouTube video by Colin LooksBack
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December 12, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Very excited to share this interview with Tad Stones about his work on the #Aladdin and #Hercules animated series!
youtu.be/wAxNEzXjP_w?...
youtu.be/wAxNEzXjP_w?...
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In addition to releasing the largest Happy Meal set to that point in history (101 toys!), the 101 Dalmatians McDonald's Holiday promotion also including character-shaped McDonaldland Cookies and snow globes! (1996)
December 11, 2025 at 2:23 PM
In addition to releasing the largest Happy Meal set to that point in history (101 toys!), the 101 Dalmatians McDonald's Holiday promotion also including character-shaped McDonaldland Cookies and snow globes! (1996)
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35 years ago, your 12-pack of Pepsi would have looked like this. A true work of art. (1990)
December 10, 2025 at 2:03 PM
35 years ago, your 12-pack of Pepsi would have looked like this. A true work of art. (1990)
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250810 8hr with my puppy
December 5, 2025 at 2:50 PM
250810 8hr with my puppy
Concept art for an unused character from America Sings. I can imagine him as being another one of the hosts. #Disneyland
December 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Concept art for an unused character from America Sings. I can imagine him as being another one of the hosts. #Disneyland
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An all-star team of 80s McDonald's holiday ornaments: An American Tail, Oliver & Company, Rescuers Down Under and Little Mermaid!
December 1, 2025 at 2:05 PM
An all-star team of 80s McDonald's holiday ornaments: An American Tail, Oliver & Company, Rescuers Down Under and Little Mermaid!
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Question: Is the Junkfood Monster recognized in Muppet canon??
November 28, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Question: Is the Junkfood Monster recognized in Muppet canon??
Lovely overhead layout of Cinderella's room in the tower! I love seeing animated set designs like this.
#Cinderella
#Cinderella
November 18, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Lovely overhead layout of Cinderella's room in the tower! I love seeing animated set designs like this.
#Cinderella
#Cinderella
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Production art I did in late-2024 of SQUIM on the Smiling Friends episode "Squim Returns"! I just adore this character and I had so much fun drawing him! Once again, huge thanks to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for having me design this critter! 🤪
He holds a special place in my heart!
He holds a special place in my heart!
November 17, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Production art I did in late-2024 of SQUIM on the Smiling Friends episode "Squim Returns"! I just adore this character and I had so much fun drawing him! Once again, huge thanks to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for having me design this critter! 🤪
He holds a special place in my heart!
He holds a special place in my heart!
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AAAA WOW this is my first TV credit! Thank you to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for inviting me on this amazing show to design SQUIM! 🤗
I've always had a passion for designing characters for fun ever since I was a kid! It truly meant a lot to contribute a character to Smiling Friends!
I've always had a passion for designing characters for fun ever since I was a kid! It truly meant a lot to contribute a character to Smiling Friends!
November 17, 2025 at 5:56 AM
AAAA WOW this is my first TV credit! Thank you to Zach Hadel, Michael Cusack, and Aron Fromm for inviting me on this amazing show to design SQUIM! 🤗
I've always had a passion for designing characters for fun ever since I was a kid! It truly meant a lot to contribute a character to Smiling Friends!
I've always had a passion for designing characters for fun ever since I was a kid! It truly meant a lot to contribute a character to Smiling Friends!