A magical, musical nanny brings a breath of fresh air into the stuffy Banks household in turn-of-the-century England. Overstuffed with gaiety, this children's fantasy is filled to the brim with wonderful dance numbers and outrageous songs (such as the seemingly unpronounceable "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious"). The film's seamless blending of live-action with animation was a marvel in its day. This is Andrews' film debut and Darwell's last film appearance. Academy Award Nominations: 13, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best (Adapted) Screenplay. Academy Awards: 5, including Best Actress--Julie Andrews, Best Original Score, Best Song ("Chim Chim Cher-ee"), Best Editing, Best Special Visual Effects. Gold Collection Edition features "Hollywood Goes to a World Premiere."

Oscar-winning Disney musical about Mary Poppins, a British nanny with magical powers. She arrives at the home of the Banks family, and with her magical abilities transforms the lives of the entire clan. Mary's strongest influence is over the Banks' children, whom she introduces to a world of fantasy. Film features many classic songs, among them "Chim Chim Cheree." and "Supercalifragilisticexplialidocious."

Film debut for Julie Andrews, who won an Academy Award for her performance.

Author, P.L. Travers, served as a consultant on the film.

Additional cast: James Logan, Alma Lawton, and Marjorie Eaton.

Additional credits: Dean Thomas (sound mixer), Pat McNalley (makeup); LaRue Matheron (hairstylist); Bill Justice & Xavier Atencio (nursery sequence designers); Hal Ambro (animator); Al Dempster, Art Riley, and Bill Layne (background artists), Nat Farber (dance accompanist).

DVD Features:

2-Disc Set
Region 1
Widescreen - 1.66
Audio:
Dolby Digital 2.0 - English, French, Spanish
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English, French, Spanish
Additional Release Material:
Audio Commentary
Deleted Scenes: Deleted Song "Chimpanzoo"
Shorts: THE CAT THAT LOOKED AT A KING
Featurette:
1. Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: The Making Of Mary Poppins
2. The World Premiere
3. A Musical Magical Reunion Featuring Julie Andrews, Dick Van Dyke, and Richard Sherman
Interactive Features:
Pop Ups:
1. Poppins Pop Up Fun Facts

Distributor Notes: Mary Poppins 40th Anniversary Edition

Experience the extraordinary animation, dazzling special effects, and award-winning music of Walt Disney's MARY POPPINS in this fully restored and remastered 2-Disc 40th Anniversary Edition! Join the "practically perfect" Mary Poppins (Julie Andrews) for a "Jolly Holiday" as she magically turns every chore into a game and every day into a whimsical adventure. Along the way you'll be enchanted by unforgettable characters such as the multitalented chimney sweep Bert (Dick Van Dyke). Unpack Mary's magical carpetbag full of bonus features, including an all-new animated short, games, and a never-before-heard deleted song. You won't need "A Spoonful Of Sugar" to love every moment of this timeless Disney classic!

Source: Buena Vista Home Entertainment.

Julie Andrews: Oscar-winning actress/singer, MARY POPPINS
Dick Van Dyke: American Film/TV Actor
David Tomlinson: British Actor
Glynis Johns: Actress/International
Hermione Baddeley: British Actress
Karen Dotrice: British Child Actress
Matthew Garber: British Child Actor
Reta Shaw: American Character Actress
Elsa Lanchester: British Actress
Arthur Treacher: British Actor
Reginald Owen: British Character Actor
Ed Wynn: American Comic Actor/Writer
Jane Darwell: Oscar winning actress, THE GRAPES OF WRATH
Arthur Malet: Actor/"Toys"
Cyril Delevanti: British Actor
Lester Matthews: British Actor
Clive L. Halliday: 
Donald Barclay: 
Marjorie Bennett: American Actress
Alma Lawton: 
Marjorie Eaton: 
Doris Lloyd: Supporting Actress
Major Sam Harris: 
James Logan: 

Robert Stevenson: Director/Screenwriter

Walt Disney: American Producer/Director
Bill Walsh: Producer/Screenwriter

Bill Walsh: Producer/Screenwriter
Don DaGradi: 

Irwin Kostal: Composer/Music Director

Cotton Warburton: Editor

"[T]he Poppins character was played to comely perfection by squeaky-clean Andrews, who won an Oscar."
"[Andrews] openmouthed, eyebrow-cocked expressions became perfect embodiments of Mary's cheeky charm."
"Mixing real-life action with animation to charming effect, it is still Julie Andrew's iconic performance that remains this film's cheeriest pleasure..."