
Will Ryan
Actor · 1949 – 2021 · Cleveland, Ohio, USA
William Frank Ryan (May 21, 1949 – November 19, 2021) was an American voice actor and producer–writer–composer, well-known for singing about the American West. In the late seventies he teamed up with Phil Baron as Willio and Phillio. They had regular gigs on television, radio and comedy clubs and universities throughout the US. Ryan and Baron later paired up again voicing characters of best friends Teddy Ruxpin (Baron) and Grubby the Octopede (Ryan) in the Teddy Ruxpin book and tape series as well as the 1987 television show The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin. The Willio and Phillio act brought Ryan back into music and after moving to California, he began to write and record songs for Disney. He provided the voice of Rabbit, Tigger, and Eeyore in the Disney Channel's long-running series Welcome to Pooh Corner and in many other Pooh cartoons. He also provided the voice of Barnaby the Dog on the popular series Dumbo's Circus. Since 1987, Ryan has been a fixture of the radio drama Adventures in Odyssey, playing Eugene Meltsner, Harlow Doyle, David Harley, Patrick O'Ryan and hundreds of one-shot characters. Throughout his lifetime, Ryan voiced: Rabbit (Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore) - after the death of Junius Matthews. Digit (the 1986 animated film An American Tail) Petrie (original voice, the 1988 animated film The Land Before Time) Elmo Aardvark. (Elmo Aardvark: Outer Space Detective) - and in several Elmo Aardvark CDs. Willie the Giant (Mickey's Christmas Carol) He appeared in the film The Wizard of Speed and Time as several different motion picture union representatives. Ryan's youthful involvement in pop music has continued alongside his animation career. Will Ryan compositions have been recorded by artists such as Patti LaBelle, Diane Schuur, Victoria Jackson, The Pointer Sisters and Joanie Sommers (whom he also produced). His musical incarnation was being the leader of Los Angeles-based Will Ryan and the Cactus County Cowboys, a cross between the Marx Brothers and The Sons of the Pioneers. His variety show, Will Ryan's Cactus County Round-Up, has been a staple in Southern California since 2008. It regularly plays at several venues, including the Steve Allen Theatre in Hollywood. With Andrew J. Lederer and Michael Rosenberg (Jackie Diamond), Ryan performed in the '20s-style music and comedy trio, The Merry Metronomes. He and Lederer also appeared from time to time as a duo, usually under the name The Natty Nabobs. In 2009, he was working on the third season of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, the 21st season of Adventures in Odyssey, and a radio series called Will Ryan's Cactus County Round-Up. On November 19, 2021, at the age of 72, Will Ryan died from complications related to pancreatic cancer. Description above from the Wikipedia article Will Ryan, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia .
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Movie7.4AnimationFamilyThis colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in love with the very human Prince Eric and puts everything on the line for the chance to be with him. Memorable songs and characters -- including the villainous sea witch Ursula.
The Little Mermaid
1989 · 8.6K votes
Movie6.5AnimationFantasyBorn of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet someone her own size, until she happens to catch the eye of Prince Cornelius of the Fairies. Just as soon as she finds love, however, it's torn away when she's kidnapped by Ms. Toad. Now Thumbelina has to escape Ms. Toad's grasp and search for Prince Cornelius. Luckily, there's a whole city of animals willing to help.
Thumbelina
1994 · 554 votes
Movie7.2FamilyAnimationAn orphaned brontosaurus named Littlefoot sets off in search of the legendary Great Valley. A land of lush vegetation where the dinosaurs can thrive and live in peace. Along the way he meets four other young dinosaurs, each one a different species, and they encounter several obstacles as they learn to work together in order to survive.
The Land Before Time
1988 · 2.8K votes
Movie7.7FamilyAnimationEbenezer Scrooge is far too greedy to understand that Christmas is a time for kindness and generosity. But with the guidance of some new found friends, Scrooge learns to embrace the spirit of the season. A retelling of the classic Dickens tale with Disney's classic characters.
Mickey's Christmas Carol
1983 · 1K votes
Movie6.4AnimationComedyFed up with all the attention going to Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck quits Hollywood, teams up with recently-fired stuntman Damien Drake Jr. and embarks on a round-the-world adventure, along with Bugs and The VP of Warner Bros. Their mission? Find Damien's father, and the missing blue diamond... and stay one step ahead of The Acme Corp., who wants the diamond for their own purposes.
Looney Tunes: Back in Action
2003 · 1.7K votes
Movie6.8AdventureAnimationA young mouse named Fievel and his family decide to migrate to America, a "land without cats," at the turn of the 20th century. But somehow, Fievel ends up in the New World alone and must fend off not only the felines he never thought he'd have to deal with again but also the loneliness of being away from home.
An American Tail
1986 · 1.5K votes
Movie6.2ComedyFamilyChanticleer is a foolhardy farm rooster who believes his crows can actually make the sun come up and shine. When the sun rises one morning without Chanticleer's crow, he leaves the farm in disgrace and runs off to become a rock 'n' roll singer. But in his absence, a sinister, sunshine-hating owl prepares to take over.
Rock-A-Doodle
1991 · 325 votes
Movie5.1FantasyAnimationA friendly troll with a magic green thumb grows one flower too many for the queen, whose laws require all trolls to be mean ugly and scare humans whenever possible. As a punishment, he is exiled to a world of concrete, where he should live a life of proper trolldom: Manhattan.
A Troll in Central Park
1994 · 159 votes
Movie7.6AnimationFamilyMickey, Minnie, Horace Horsecollar, and Clarabelle Cow go on a musical wagon ride until Peg-Leg Pete tries to run them off the road.
Get a Horse!
2013 · 285 votes
Movie7.1DocumentaryFilmmaker Lawrence Shapiro discusses voice-over acting with the talented people behind the characters.
I Know That Voice
2014 · 106 votes
Movie5.2AnimationAdventureA bashful bachelor penguin named Hubie, who's partial to a pretty female named Marina. Ancient penguin ritual dictates that males present a pebble to their intended, then mate for life. Hubie finds a spiffy stone, but before he can bestow it on Marina, dastardly rival Drake tosses him into the churning sea, and Hubie gets swept away.
The Pebble and the Penguin
1995 · 139 votes
Movie6.2AnimationFantasyAfter the death of his mother, evil mutant wizard Blackwolf discovers long-lost military technologies. Full of ego and ambition, Blackwolf claims his mother's throne, assembles an army, and sets out to brainwash and conquer Earth. Meanwhile, Blackwolf's gentle twin brother, the bearded sage Avatar, calls upon his own magical abilities to foil Blackwolf's plans for world domination — even if it means eliminating his own flesh and blood.
Wizards
1977 · 252 votes
Movie4.7FamilyFantasyA young Los Angeles police officer and a mysterious gnome become unlikely partners as they track a killer. When a sting operation goes awry, officer Casey is blamed for the murder of his colleague and Gnorm the gnome is the only witness.
A Gnome Named Gnorm
1991 · 47 votes
Movie6.7FamilyMusicLive musical performances by a star-studded cast will be interwoven into the broadcast of the animated classic.
The Little Mermaid Live!
2019 · 56 votes
Movie7.1FamilyComedyMickey and the gang are preparing for an Easter party; however, Pete says the password incorrectly, blowing the clubhouse away, and Mickey must travel far and wide to get it together again.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Mickey's Great Clubhouse Hunt
2007 · 10 votes
Movie6.7FamilyAnimationWinnie the Pooh and friends decide to throw a birthday celebration for gloomy, old Eeyore.
Winnie the Pooh and a Day for Eeyore
1983 · 62 votes
Movie8.1AnimationActionG.I. Joe: The Revenge of Cobra is the second G.I. Joe miniseries based on the successful Hasbro Toys and Marvel Comics property. Using a laser core stolen from G.I.Joe, Cobra activates the Weather Dominator, an incredible weapon which controls the forces of Nature itself, Cobra Commander targets Washington for destruction, but the Joe team repels the attack and the Weather Dominator explodes into three parts setting off a chain reaction of natural disasters around the world. Can G.I.Joe recover the Weather Dominator in time to beat Cobra and save the world. It aired in 1984 and most of the 1984 and even some 1985 products are given plenty of screen time. Like the first miniseries, A Real American Hero, The Revenge of Cobra was written by Ron Friedman who created the series for television, and wrote all four miniseries.
G.I. Joe: The Revenge of Cobra
1984 · 12 votes
Movie6.0AnimationFamilyOld Uncle Elephant does his best to cheer Arnie up until his missing parents return. Provides viewers with some gentle lessons about caring.
Uncle Elephant
1991 · 3 votes
Movie5.9AnimationFamilyYoung Alice returns to Wonderland and is on her way to be crowned Queen, but she must dare to cross Chessland first. On her exciting journey, she encounters a magical jester, the feared Jabberwocky, Humpty Dumpty, Tiger Lily, and Tweedledum and Tweedledee.
Alice Through the Looking Glass
1987 · 21 votes
Movie6.0AnimationGolden Films - Jack and the Beanstalk
Jack and the Beanstalk
1990 · 4 votes
Movie6.3DramaComedyA Hollywood filmmaker makes a short for an evil film studio. Unbeknownst to him, the producer has placed a bet of $25,000 that he won't come up with anything with a use. Luckily, our film creator gets the help of his friends.
The Wizard of Speed and Time
1989 · 30 votes
Movie6.5AnimationTV MovieThis "duckumentary," done in the style of "60 Minutes," traces the life of Donald Duck. As Donald's fame grows, so does his ego. While hosting a variety show one night, Donald snaps and fires a gun at the audience for misbehaving. This leads to a series of problems that eventually cause Donald to seek psychiatric help from Ludwig Von Drake, who uses an insult machine as part of Donald's therapy. Then, after a long night of bizarre dreams, Donald learns the error of his ways and vows to reform.
Down and Out with Donald Duck
1987 · 12 votes
Movie6.0AnimationZartan and Cobra seize the Delta Space Station and destroy G.I. Joe headquarters. Shipwreck and Snake Eyes are lost behind enemy lines while Cobra Commander reveals his plan to deprive the world of electricity.
Movie6.6AnimationUncle Scrooge donates an old beat-up trophy for Huey, Dewey and Louie's soccer tournament. But when he finds out that it is actually worth a million dollars, he has to put together a ragtag team, led by Goofy to win it back.
Sport Goofy in Soccermania
1987 · 34 votes
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TV7.4AnimationComedySick, twisted, politically incorrect and Freakin' Sweet animated series featuring the adventures of the dysfunctional Griffin family. Bumbling Peter and long-suffering Lois have three kids. Stewie (a brilliant but sadistic baby bent on killing his mother and taking over the world), Meg (the oldest, and is the most unpopular girl in town) and Chris (the middle kid, he's not very bright but has a passion for movies). The final member of the family is Brian - a talking dog and much more than a pet, he keeps Stewie in check whilst sipping Martinis and sorting through his own life issues.
Family Guy
1999 · 5.1K votes
TV6.8KidsAnimationMickey and his friends Minnie, Donald, Pluto, Daisy, Goofy, Pete, Clarabelle and more go on fun and educational adventures.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
2006 · 394 votes
TV8.2AnimationFamilyThe bizarre misadventures of a cowardly dog named Courage and his elderly owners in a farmhouse in Nowhere, Kansas.
Courage the Cowardly Dog
1999 · 1.7K votes
TV7.7AnimationMysteryScrooge McDuck finds his hands full at home when nephews Huey, Dewey and Louie move to Duckburg. Joined by their loyal pals Launchpad McQuack, Gyro Gearloose and Mrs. Beakley, the DuckTales gang never fails to deliver a wealth of adventure. Get ready for a fortune of fun with DuckTales!
DuckTales
1987 · 764 votes
TV7.5AnimationFamilyJoin the world’s sweetest heroes for high adventure in a mystical land of giants and wizards, ogres and dragons, and wondrous creatures both good and evil. Meet Gruffi, Zummi, Cubbi, Grammi, Tummi, Sunni, and all the legendary Gummis as they laugh, play, foil dastardly plots, and fight for what's right.
Disney's Adventures of the Gummi Bears
1985 · 280 votes
TV7.6AnimationAction & AdventureAn elite team of soldiers thwart the evil Cobra organization's desire for world domination at every turn, cleverly stopping them from controlling the weather, creating unstoppable weapons, and genetically engineering super-warriors.
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
1983 · 86 votes
TV7.6AnimationComedyChip and Dale head a small, eccentric group of animal characters who monitor not only the human world, but the animal community as well, solving mysteries wherever they may be. The "Rescue Rangers" take the cases that fall through the cracks.
Chip 'n' Dale Rescue Rangers
1989 · 568 votes
TV7.7AnimationKidsA very-recognizable audience of Disney animated characters gather into the House of Mouse nightclub to enjoy musical guests, cartoon shorts and Master of Ceremonies Mickey Mouse's comical introductions from the stage.
Disney's House of Mouse
2001 · 90 votes
TV6.9KidsAnimationBobby Generic lives in a typical suburban neighborhood and uses his overactive imagination to discover a world of daring adventure, incredible wonder and lots of laughs — all in pint-sized perspective.
Bobby's World
1990 · 174 votes
TV6.3KidsAnimationMickey Mouse, and his friends – Minnie, Goofy, Donald, Daisy and Pluto – to Funny, an enchanted talking playhouse, who takes the Sensational Six on adventures of all types to unique worlds that inspire the imagination.
Mickey Mouse Funhouse
2021 · 12 votes
TV7.4AnimationComedyHi Hi Puffy AmiYumi follows the adventures of two very cool, but very different pop stars as they travel from gig to gig or just hang out in their tour bus. Being famous rock stars, Ami and Yumi tour the globe in their customized Puffy bus, a veritable condo on wheels with all the major amenities and an ever-changing interior. Ami is the peppy, positive, and resourceful one. Yumi is the hard-rocking, no-nonsense cynic with an absolutely infallible sense of cool. Together, these superstars take the world by storm with musical talent, trend-setting style and humor, despite occasional misjudgments from their well-meaning but tragically square manager, Kaz.
Hi Hi Puffy AmiYumi
2004 · 155 votes
TV6.7AnimationKidsTeddy Ruxpin and his best friend Grubby travel to the Land of Grundo in search of a long-lost treasure. With the aid of brilliant inventor Newton Gimmick, they rescue a kidnapped princess and find themselves in the possession of six magical crystals, each with its own special powers. With the help of many new friends, the trio travel across the land, discovering the power of each crystal and uncovering incredible mysteries, all while thwarting the dastardly villain Tweeg. Unbeknownst to the heroes, the evil Supreme Oppressor, Quellor, and his Monsters and Villains Organization, are determined to take the crystals and use them to plunge Grundo and its inhabitants into perpetual darkness.
The Adventures of Teddy Ruxpin
1987 · 7 votes
TV5.8AnimationDumbo's Circus was a live-action/puppet television series that aired on Disney Channel, featuring the character of Dumbo from the original film. The series was in production for three and a half seasons, and reruns continued to air until February 28, 1997. Many of the show's cast went on to star in the popular Christian radio series, Adventures in Odyssey.
Dumbo's Circus
1985 · 5 votes
TV7.2Action & AdventureAnimationLike all teens growing up, Scott Howard is going through some changes. Only, compared to the other kids in Wolverton, Scott's changes are a little odd: long hair, sharp nails and...fangs! Scott is a werewolf! As if Scott didn't worry about being accepted by his schoolmates enough! But as hairy as things can get for a budding werewolf, Scott's friends and the other members of the Howard family will be there to help him through it.
Teen Wolf
1986 · 18 votes
TV7.0FamilyWelcome to Pooh Corner is a live-action/puppet television series that aired on Disney Channel, featuring the characters from the Winnie the Pooh universe portrayed by actors in human-sized puppet suits, except Roo, who was originally a traditional puppet. The animatronic costumes used for the characters were created by Alchemy II, Inc., headed by Ken Forsse who later created the toy sensation Teddy Ruxpin. It was first aired on April 18, 1983, the day Disney Channel was launched, being the first Disney Channel Original Series. Its timeslot for its early run was at 7 AM Eastern Time, making it the first program of the Disney Channel's 16 hour programming day. The series was partially Disney Channel's first original series. Hal Smith, Will Ryan, and Laurie Main were the only three actors from the original four Pooh shorts to reprise their roles here. The show's title derives from the second Winnie the Pooh storybook, The House at Pooh Corner.
Welcome to Pooh Corner
1983 · 9 votes
TV7.0Welcome to Adventures in Odyssey! Created for ages 8-12 and enjoyed by the whole family, Adventures in Odyssey® award-winning audio dramas teach lasting truths and bring biblical principles to life, with just the right balance of fun, faith and imagination.
Adventures in Odyssey
1991 · 1 votes