Disney Junior (block)


 * For the international version, see Disney Junior (International). For the French version, see Disney Junior (Canadian French TV channel). For other versions, see Playhouse Disney (disambiguation).

1997–2002


In 1997, Disney Junior was launched as Playhouse Disney Channel.

2002–2011
In September 2002, Playhouse Disney rebranded with a new logo.

2011–present


On May 26, 2010, Disney announced that they were going to pull the plug on SOAPnet and launch a new channel called "Disney Junior" in its place, with a planned launch sometime in 2012. The logo above came with the announcement.

The Disney Junior brand first launched on February 14, 2011 when it replaced the Playhouse Disney block on the US Disney Channel.

The first new programs were Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Doc McStuffins, Little Princesses, Babar and the Adventures of Badou. Carrying over from Playhouse Disney were Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Handy Manny, Little Einsteins, Jungle Junction, Chuggington, Imagination Movers and Special Agent Oso. In the 1st month of 2012 SOAPnet will be Replaced by Disney Junior.


 * Disney/ABC Television Group Announces Disney Junior, a New 24-hour Channel for Preschooler and their Families