A couple months ago, Disney Channel celebrated their 100th original movie. And with that celebration comes reminiscing and the urge to binge watch our favorites. Ever since the late '90s, Disney Channel has blessed its viewers with movies that they will never forget. These movies will remain a very important part of my childhood, and although I am all grown up now, I still enjoy these classics and everything they have taught me. Here’s my take on what Disney Channel Original Movies have taught me about life.
1. High School Musical
Let me start off by saying this will always be my favorite Disney Channel movie. It taught me to follow my dreams. regardless of what people think. and my true friends will support me in that journey. Most importantly, it taught me that I should never stick to the status quo.
2. The Cheetah Girls
You should always believe in yourself. No matter the obstacles, don’t let anyone get in the way of you following your dreams – no matter where they take you. It taught me that friends are family, too, and that they’ll always have your back.
3. The Color of Friendship
The color of our skin shouldn’t matter. Two people from two completely different worlds can come together and change each other's lives.
4. Motocrossed
This movie taught girls all over the world that we can do anything we put our mind to. Nothing is simply a “boy sport” or a “girl sport,” and individuals should never have their right to participate taken away. Do what you’re passionate about.
5. Thirteenth Year
Puberty is a thing. Even if you sprout gills and a tail, just go with the flow.
6. Cow Belles
You should never, ever take anything for granted. Always appreciate what you have and remember: a little hard work never killed anybody – although it created a huge mess at the dairy factory.
7. You Wish!
This movie also taught us to never take anything, especially people, for granted. Never wish away someone if they’re being annoying because you’ll never understand how much they mean to you until they’re gone.
8. Cadet Kelly
Don’t judge a book by its cover, and with hard work and determination, you can do anything you put your mind to.
9. Lemonade Mouth
Life begins at the end of your comfort zone. You have the power to bring people together and make a change. Don’t let people stand in the way of your dreams.
10. Eddie’s Million Dollar Cook-Off
Friends support friends. If a friend wants to try something new, support them. Even if it means spending less time with them.
11. Halloweentown
There’s power in families. Stick together, and you can accomplish anything.
12. Camp Rock
Never hide the real you. People will love you for who you are. Always fight for what matters.
