Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 20 hours ago
Until The Lion King came along, Disney's FANTASIA was the biggest selling film of all time on the VHS format. Even though, with all due respect, it's not a film many people dig out either for a Friday night in front of the telly, or when someone wants to watch a Disney film.
The reason it soared to the top spot though was a masterclass in marketing - and Film Stories' Simon Brew takes up the tale...
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Film Stories celebrates the magic of movies, from blockbuster hits to indie gems. Through reviews, podcasts, deep dives and behind-the-scenes insights, we explore the stories behind the films, the people who make them, and why they matter. We stay curious, we stay positive, and we shine a light on the filmmaking journey... the setbacks, surprises, and small miracles that happen along the way.
Until The Lion King came along, Disney's FANTASIA was the biggest selling film of all time on the VHS format. Even though, with all due respect, it's not a film many people dig out either for a Friday night in front of the telly, or when someone wants to watch a Disney film.
The reason it soared to the top spot though was a masterclass in marketing - and Film Stories' Simon Brew takes up the tale...
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Film Stories celebrates the magic of movies, from blockbuster hits to indie gems. Through reviews, podcasts, deep dives and behind-the-scenes insights, we explore the stories behind the films, the people who make them, and why they matter. We stay curious, we stay positive, and we shine a light on the filmmaking journey... the setbacks, surprises, and small miracles that happen along the way.
