Beauty and the Beast DVD Released From the Vault

The Beast is being released! Just like Belle was locked away in the Beast's castle, Disney's Beauty and the Beast has been locked away in the "Disney Vault" for about seven years since its last release. On October 5th, 2010, you can get your hands on the newest Blu-Ray/DVD combo pack being released - you can even pre-order it at Amazon and lock in their great price. This is the first time ever that Beauty and The Beast is available in high-def Blu-Ray.

If you aren't interested in getting the Blu-Ray version, the two-disc DVD Diamond Edition can also be pre-ordered and it's set to be released on November 23rd, 2010.

If you are unfamiliar with the storyline of Beauty and the Beast, it takes place in the enchanting world of one of Disney's most beautiful princesses (my daughters can attest to this), Belle. Belle has a love of books, and her father is a quirky inventor, who gets imprisoned by the Beast after offending him.

The Beast is actually Prince Gaston, who is arrogant and only loves himself; he is put under a spell that turns him from handsome Gaston to the ugly Beast. In order to become himself again, he has to find true love.

Belle chooses to save her father by taking his place and being imprisoned in the Beasts's mansion herself. The mansion has many household items that actually come to life and they help Belle to ultimately teach the Beast to love and, in true Disney fashion, they live happily ever after.

The story's lesson is one of true friendship and how it and cooperation can go a long way to turn a gloomy day into an enchanted one!

Read about Snow White's release to find out more about the infamous "Disney Vault".