Peg-Leg Pete - Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Connected Train Collection

This detailed pin features the iconic Disney villain Peg-Leg Pete as he appears in the Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway attraction. Released in 2021 at Disney Store locations and Walt Disney World, this pin is part of the Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway Connected Train Collection. The design depicts Pete operating a red train car, capturing his classic mischievous and antagonistic personality. Pete is a significant character in Disney history, famously predating Mickey Mouse himself, having first appeared in the 1925 Alice Comedies short 'Alice Solves the Puzzle.' As a Limited Release, this pin was available for a short time, making it a sought-after piece for fans of the attraction and character collectors alike. The 'Connected Train' series is highly popular because the individual pins can be linked together to form a complete train consist, mimicking the ride experience. The pin features a Pin on Pin design, adding dimension to the character and his vehicle. Collectors value this piece for its connection to the modern dark ride that replaced The Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Its release commemorates the continued expansion of the Mickey Mouse short-style animation aesthetic in park merchandise.