Disney Junior


 * 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 October 1997, Disney Junior was launched as Playhouse Disney Channel. Until then, Playhouse Disney used Disney Channel's branding.

2000–2002


In 2000, Playhouse Disney got a new look. It was designed by Beehive.

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 on March 23, 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 in the USA were Jake and the Never Land Pirates, Doc McStuffins, and ''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''. On March 23, 2012, SOAPnet was replaced with Disney Junior the channel on most cable TV systems.


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

Special logos has now moved into a new page. to see it. visit Disney Junior (block)/special logos