Follow the history of misdeeds and debauchery at Walt Disney World Resort over 30 years, which leads to the theft of almost half a million dollars worth of stolen props.
Stolen Kingdom is a documentary that delves into the history of mischief, scandal, and theft at Walt Disney World, ultimately leading to the theft of an animatronic valued at nearly half a million dollars. The film features key figures from the park's underground community, each sharing their unique stories. As the narrative unfolds, early pranks and antics are shown to have inspired more recent crimes, culminating in a true crime mystery. What begins as a tale of friendship and passion ends with one lingering question: Who stole Buzzy? — Joshua Bailey
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Fun Facts
Patrick Spikes — the 23-year-old Disney employee arrested in 2018 for stealing the $400,000 Buzzy animatronic and $14,000 worth of props from Epcot's Cranium Command — appears in the film himself to discuss the case.
Bright Sun Films, the production company of Jake Williams (creator of the popular YouTube channel known for deep-dives into abandoned and defunct attractions), served as co-producer on the project.
Brendan Canty, drummer of the legendary post-hardcore band Fugazi, wrote the original music for the documentary — an unexpected pairing of D.C. punk royalty with a Disney true-crime film
Antenna Films launched its theatrical distribution arm with Stolen Kingdom, sending the film on a national roadshow rollout across 20+ cities after its festival premiere.