Let’s go behind the scenes of Disneyland Handcrafted with director Leslie Iwerks.
Out on Disney’s YouTube and streaming on Disney+ January 22, 2026 (confirmed via Disney’s official announcement), the documentary dives deep into the artistry that built the happiest place on Earth.
Dig out this exclusive interview with Leslie spilling her personal connection to Disney, her family’s legendary legacy, and the creative process behind making this stunning documentary. (Her grandfather, Ub Iwerks, co-created Mickey Mouse, and her father, Don Iwerks, was a longtime Disney technical innovator — a lineage that absolutely threads through her work.)
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Discover how rare archival footage was restored, the craftsmanship behind Disneyland’s handmade details, and the stories that bring the park’s imagination to life. The film also highlights the park’s early-era artisans and the meticulous analog techniques that shaped its most iconic attractions.
What detail from Leslie’s behind-the-scenes world surprised you the most? Drop your thoughts below — let’s dig into the craft together.
