VIDEOS
about
SPECIFIC AMUSEMENT
and THEME PARKS
The following is an alphabetical list of videos
dealing with specific Amusement Parks although related subjects may also
be touched on. These are listed here because were not enough different
videos on each park to warrant a separate category.
For additional information, look in our Books section.
THE FOLLOWING MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED
WITHOUT PERMISSION FROM THE AUTHOR ©
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BELLE VUE YOUR MEMORIES (19 ) PAL
This shows the English park and includes a ride on The "Bobs".
This is apparently the first video in a series. *(Not Reviewed.)
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BLACKPOOL: ( ? ) PAL
"A Journey Through Time"
Shows Blackpool Pleasure Beach through the years.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 45m
Order From: Price: 12.99 (UK Funds)
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BLACKPOOL PLEASURE BEACH: THE EXPERIENCE! (1997) PAL
Shows the famous English amusement area from its inception in the
1890s until today, with rides, behind-the-scenes- footage, and a
profile of the Thompson family. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 45m
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach Retail
Ocean Boulevard, Blackpool
England
FY4 1EZ
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BUSCH GARDENS: THE OLD COUNTRY (198?) NTSC
This is a souvenir video available at the park. It contains a
history, and shows rides including 3 of its coasters. Other
entertainment is profiled. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time: Unknown
To Follow
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Available at the park.
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BUSCH GARDENS: THE DARK CONTINENT (1993) NTSC
A souvenir video sold at the park, it shows the rides including
the (then) three coasters and the animal safari. A short history
of the park is also given. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time: Unknown
To Follow
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Available at the park.
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BY ITS DOME, IT'S KNOWN ( ? ) PAL
"Southend-on-Sea Kursaal"
Depicts the history of the south England amusement park.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time: Unknown
Order From: Price: 12.99 (UK Funds)
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CATCH THE BRASS RING (19 ) NTSC
Carousel lovers take note. This documentary about Knobels Amusement
Resort focuses on the park's carousels and band organs. *(Not
Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 30m
Order From: Price: $14.95 (U.S. Funds)
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EFTELING, EEN WERELD VOL WONDEREN (1996/97) PAL
A park promotional video that features Fairytale Forest, Haunted
Castle, Pegasus, Python, Swinging Galleon, and Vogel Rok.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 32m
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EUCLID BEACH TAPE SERIES (19 ) NTSC
For more than three generations Euclid Beach Park was Cleveland's
premiere amusement park. Over three decades after it closed, the
mere mention of the name brings back warm memories to everyone that
went there. This video set details the park from 1895 to 1995:
"EUCLID BEACH PARK IS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON"
Concentrates on the history of the park.
"EUCLID BEACH II: GONE TOO SOON"
Emphasizes the nostalgic aspects of the park with footage from the
1940s through the 1960s.
"EUCLID BEACH III: FOOTSTEPS INTO YESTERDAY"
Covers the later years of the park and what became of the rides.
"THE EUCLID BEACH CAROUSEL: THE LONG JOURNEY HOME"
Tells the story of the park's famous carousel and its
triumphant return to Cleveland after a 30 year absence.
EUCLID BEACH TAPE SERIES
(Continued)
(None of these videos have been reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: ~60m Each
Tim Young Productions
Order From: Price: $25.00 Each
-Tim Young Productions 4 for $100.00
(U.S. Funds)
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FONTAINE FERRY PARK (199 ) NTSC
A video on the history of the Louisville, Kentucky park.
1905 - 1969 *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time:
Tim Young Productions
Jerry L. Rice
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Tim Young Productions
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FONTAINE FERRY PARK (19 ) NTSC
"A Time Of Innocence"
A video about this 1905-1969 Kentucky park features the "Comet"
roller coaster, the Gypsy Village, and "Hilarity Hill", among
other attractions. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time:
Jerry L. Rice
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Roy Brashears
Box 14
Hershey, Pennsylvania
U.S.A. 17033
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GREETINGS FROM BERTRAND ISLAND (2000)
A companion to the book of the same title, this video details the rise
and fall of the New Jersey park through still and motion pictures.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 47m
Order From: Price: $23.00 (U.S. Funds)
Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum
Box 668
Landing, New Jersey
U.S.A 07850
(973) 398-2616
Lake Hopatcong Historical Museum
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HERSHEYPARK: SWEET MEMORIES (1998) NTSC
A video that details the story of the famous chocolate company's
entry into the theme park business. Starting with its opening in
1907, a tour is given through photographs, home movies and
first-person accounts, along with parts about the "Comet" and
"Wildcat" coasters. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 56m
WITF-TV for PBS
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
U.S.A.
Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
Order From:
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HISTORY OF THE BELLE VUE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS (19 ) NTSC
This three-volume set depicts the amusement park and zoo.
*(Not Reviewed.)
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Order From: Price: 15.00 Each (UK Funds)
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INVASION OF WILLOW MILLS PARK (19 ) NTSC
*(No Further Information.)
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KENNYWOOD MEMORIES (1988) NTSC
This is the story of Kennywood Park (Pennsylvania, U.S.A.) Its
history is intermixed with modern views of the park and it paints
a nostalgic picture of warm summer nights, cotton candy, and
classic rides. All its coasters are reviewed in depth. *(Highly
Recommended. There's a great section on maintenance, especially
"The Thunderbolt". Much old footage contributes to the view of
park's history, including ads that might have played in motion
picture theaters or on early television. Well Produced.)
Produced by: Running Time: 58m
WQED 13
Pittsburgh Public Broadcasting Inc.
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
PBS Video
1320 Braddock Place
Alexandria, Virginia 22314-1698
U.S.A. Shop PBS
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KINGS ISLAND 20TH ANNIVERSARY (1992) NTSC
Hosted by Jason Priestly, this video shows the end of the Coney
Island park in Cincinnati and some early footage of Kings Island
including some of coaster designer John Miller describing his
"Racer". Its six (then) coasters are shown along with other rides,
the Wild Animal Habitat, and some of the acts & shows in the park.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time: ?m
To Follow
Order From: Price: Unknown
Unknown
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LINCOLN PARK REMEMBERED: 1894-1987 (1999) NTSC
This video covers the period of 1920 and the late 1940s & 1950s.
It was compiled from six 16mm & 35mm films and shows scenes of
arrival via trolley, children on the rides, a clambake etc. Further
scenes are a tour of the park and various rides. The video closes
with a series of still images representing Lincoln Park from 1894
to the present. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 45m
Spinner Publications
Order From: ISBN: 0932027490
(508) 994-4564. Price: $20 (U.S. Funds)
E-Mail: * spinner@spinnerpub.com
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MEYERS LAKE PARK REMEMBERED (1991)
"Reflections of Yesteryear"
This video traces the history of Meyers Lake Park, Canton Ohio's
premier amusement park, from its beginnings in 1879 until its
closure in 1974. Features The "Bug", the Carousel, the "Comet"
roller coaster, The "Laff-In-the-Dark", and The "Rocket Ride".
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time:
Chuck Russell
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Roy Brashears
Box 14
Hershey, Pennsylvania
U.S.A. 17033
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MOONLIGHT MEMORIES: MEYERS LAKE PARK (1992) NTSC
This video concentrates on the 1950s and 1960s at the Ohio park.
See the carousel, "Comet", "Rocket Ride", and dancing under the
stars at The Moonlight Gardens. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 49m
Chuck Russell
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Roy Brashears
Box 14
Hershey, Pennsylvania
U.S.A. 17033
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PALISADES AMUSEMENT PARK (1998) NTSC
"A Century of Fond Memories"
A new documentary for PBS in The United States, this video lovingly
profiles the famous New Jersey park from 1898 to 1972. It includes
home movies, postcards, and photographs of many rides and the parade
of coasters that occupied the park over its lifetime. Many interviews
are included with persons such as Freddy Cannon (who had a hit single
with "Palisades Park" in the early 1960s), Walter Cronkite, Soupy
Sales, and Buddy Hackett. The video version runs longer than the
televised one. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 90m
Ken Burns
Order From: Price: $24.95 (U.S. Funds)
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REDISCOVER IDORA PARK (1992) NTSC
A video showing Ohio's Idora Park in its prime.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time:
Chuck Russell and Ron Keller
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Roy Brashears
Box 14
Hershey, Pennsylvania
U.S.A. 17033
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REDISCOVER THE EXCITEMENT - WEST VIEW PARK (19 ) NTSC
(No Further Details at This Time.)
Produced by: Running Time: Unknown
Unknown
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Unknown
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REFLECTIONS OF YESTERDAY (1991) NTSC
"Meyers Lake Park Remembered"
The history of Meyers Lake Park in Ohio is traced from its founding
in 1879 until its tragic demise in 1974. Features rides such as The
"Bug", Carousel, "Comet" Roller Coaster and "Rocket Ride".
(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time: Unknown
Chuck Russell
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Roy Brashears
Box 14
Hershey, Pennsylvania
U.S.A. 17033
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REVERE BEACH: THE CHANGING TIDE (1995) NTSC
Traces the history of the Massachusetts amusement area.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 57m
Price:
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SAVIN ROCK: A JOURNEY BACK IN TIME (200?) NTSC
This is a video companion to the book.
*(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 43m
Price: $22.95 (U.S. Funds)
Order From: Gunther Hall
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SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN--THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE (1989) NTSC
This 30 minute video brings you the thrills of many of Magic Mountain's
rides as you tour throughout the park. *(There are some good shots of
Ninja, Colossus, Tidal Wave, Freefall, Condor, Gold Rusher, Revolution
and Z-Force. The down side is that the video is getting old now and
some of these attractions are gone or have changed.) Video suggestion
and review by Kyle of Ontario, Canada.
Produced By:
Video Tours.
300 Winding Brook Drive
Glastonbury, Connecticut 06033
U.S.A.
Price: Unknown
Order From: (203) 659-8687
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THE STORY OF ALTON TOWERS (2005)
This is the story of Alton Towers today and yesterday from
its opening in the 1830s, to the great fairs, wakes and fireworks
extravaganzas in the 1890s, through to the funfairs of the 1950s
and on to modern times. Seen are images from the 1870s up to
recent point-of-view rides on the parks's lastest rides.
Includes archive film of the John Collins fairground of the 1950s,
BBC archive footage of the construction of the Corkscrew, as well
as extensive cine shots of the amusement park as it developed
through the years. *(Not Reviewed)
Produced By:
Price:
Order From: -Joyland Books
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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA (1994) NTSC
"Experience the Magic of Movies"
Features Back to the Future: The Ride, Barney, Earthquake: The
Big One, E.T. Adventure, Jaws, King Kong, stunt shows, movie
production, etc. *(Not Reviewed)
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Price:
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UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE (2001) NTSC
"Vacation Planner"
A video advertising the above and geared toward tourists planning
to attend one or both parks. *(Not Reviewed)
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Price: Free
Order From: (888) 346-9167
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WEST EDMONTON MALL (1990) NTSC
"Presenting The Eighth Wonder Of The World..."
An overview of the mall (largest in the world until recently)
starts this video. Shown are the huge water park, wave pool, &
hydro-plane; Fantasyland (world's largest indoor amusement park,
now called Galaxyland), featuring "The Mindbender" & "The Drop
of Doom"; Miniature Golf; The Ice Palace; and Deep Sea Adventure,
featuring the Dolphin Lagoon, Marina, & Santa Maria Replica. Also
included are mall attractions & shops as well as The Fantasyland
Hotel & Resort with its themed rooms. *(Audio and video quality are
average and the rides are only a small part of this video; however
things don't go by too quickly and the sheer magnitude of this place
is impressive - it takes up 5 postal codes!)
WEST EDMONTON MALL (Continued)
Produced by: Running Time: 27m
The Postcard Factory
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
Order From: Price: Unknown
West Edmonton Mall
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
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WILLOW GROVE PARK (1991) NTSC
"Life Was a Lark at...`"
A video about this Pennsylvania park, traces its opening in 1896 by
a transit company until its closure in 1975 as "Six Gun Territory".
Features The "Mountain Scenic Railway", The "Captive Flying Machine",
and other rides & attractions. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced by: Running Time:
Order From: Price: $19.95 (U.S. Funds)
-Roy Brashears
Box 14
Hershey, Pennsylvania
U.S.A. 17033
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YOU'RE INVITED TO MARY-KATE & ASHLEY'S BIRTHDAY PARTY (1997) NTSC
A kids video taped at a Six Flags Amusement Park, it is hosted by the
Olsen twins and has songs and activities. *(Not Reviewed.)
Produced By: Running Time: 30m
Dualstar Entertainment Group, Inc
Burbank, California
U.S.A.
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KidVision
WarnerVision Entertainment
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