Disney begins the production of the movie under the original title 'Kingdom of the Sun'.
After initial production struggles, the movie is reworked into the comedy now known as 'The Emperor's New Groove'.
The movie 'The Emperor's New Groove' is officially released by Walt Disney Pictures.
The home video release of The Emperor's New Groove becomes available to the public.
Kuzco is born into royalty and grows up to become the young emperor of an Incan-like empire.
Emperor Kuzco decides to build a lavish summer home, unaware that it will affect the land of a local villager.
Yzma, the emperor's advisor, decides to overthrow Kuzco and take the throne for herself.
Yzma attempts to poison Kuzco but mistakenly transforms him into a llama with her potion.
Transformed into a llama and abandoned in the jungle, Kuzco meets Pacha, a humble villager, who helps him on his journey.
Kuzco and Pacha embark on a journey to return Kuzco to the palace and stop Yzma.
Yzma sends her henchmen to capture Kuzco and Pacha during their journey back to the palace.
During his adventure with Pacha, Kuzco learns valuable lessons about friendship, kindness, and humility.
Kuzco returns to the palace, confronts Yzma, and reclaims his position as emperor.
Yzma's plans are foiled, and she is defeated, ending her threat to the empire.
Kuzco decides not to tear down Pacha's village for his summer home, showing his changed attitude.
