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‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ captures all of Disney’s magic

‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ captures all of Disney’s magic

Leslie Iwerks goes behind the scenes and see how the beloved theme park came to life.

Aubrey Chorpenning
Aubrey Chorpenning joined The Streamable team in 2021 and primarily covers reality TV and pop culture. Over the past few years, she’s enjoyed keeping up with the streaming space as it continues to grow and evolve.
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A freelance writer since 2019, Aubrey Chorpenning covers reality TV and pop culture at The Streamable, where she’s tracked the streaming space since 2021.
A freelance writer since 2019, Aubrey Chorpenning covers reality TV and pop culture at The Streamable, where she’s tracked the streaming space since 2021.

Take a trip back in time with “Disneyland Handcrafted.” Leslie Iwerks’ documentary features never-before-seen 16mm film reels and audio recordings, revealing how Walt Disney’s dreams came to life. It begins streaming on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at 3 a.m. ET exclusively on Disney+. If you’d like to watch the documentary, we suggest signing up for a subscription to Disney+.

How to watch ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’

Everything you need to know about ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’

When does ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ release on Disney+?

“Disneyland Handcrafted” begins streaming on demand on Disney+ beginning on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026 at 3 a.m. ET. It’s a documentary, not a docuseries, so you won’t need to wait for additional episodes to release.

Why should you watch ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ on Disney+?

If you’re hoping to watch the inspirational documentary, you will need to subscribe to Disney+. The title streams exclusively on Disney+, which means you can’t find it anywhere else. After you enjoy “Disneyland Handcrafted,” we suggest checking out “The Imagineering Story,” also from filmmaker Leslie Iwerks.

Can you watch ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ for free?

Unfortunately, Disney+ does not offer a free trial. If you wish to watch the documentary, you will need to pay for a subscription. A basic subscription starts at $12 per month, or you can take advantage of a bundle deal and get access to Hulu and ESPN as well. Existing Disney+ subscribers can check out the doc at no additional cost.

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What is ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ about?

“Disneyland Handcrafted” shares the inspiring story of how Walt Disney and his team brought his big dreams to life. Filmmaker Leslie Iwerks delivers a stunning documentary complete with recently uncovered 16mm footage and audio recordings, allowing viewers to see the whole process from start to finish. The footage offers an up-close, intimate look at the planning, artistry, and ups and downs along the way.

Along with the raw footage, the doc includes firsthand accounts of the artists, craftsmen, and Imagineers involved in crafting Disneyland. The legendary theme park and resort began as lofty dreams for Walt Disney. Thanks to his dedicated artists and Imagineers, it all came to life, and the park opened on July 17, 1955. The documentary shares how this determination paved the way for Disney’s lasting impact today.

After you watch ‘Disneyland Handcrafted,’ let us know what you think in the comments below.

Disneyland Handcrafted

January 22, 2026

Oscar and Emmy nominated filmmaker Leslie Iwerks returns with an all-new Disney documentary giving viewers an up-close look at the dedication, effort, and passion that was required to realize a dream that would go on to inspire millions around the world.

Aubrey Chorpenning
Aubrey Chorpenning joined The Streamable team in 2021 and primarily covers reality TV and pop culture. Over the past few years, she’s enjoyed keeping up with the streaming space as it continues to grow and evolve.
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