A new biopic about legendary Walt Disney is to air on PBS in the fall of 2015. This four hour, two night special looks at the life of Disney along with his accomplishments.
According to Variety, archival footage and interviews will be used in this project. Producer Sarah Colt will be working on this film, having worked on other biopics in the past.
Chief programming officer, Beth Hoppe said, “For my kids, introducing them to animated Disney movies from ‘Beauty and the Beast’ to ‘The Lion King’ brought us great joy and taught them life lessons. Now viewers of all ages can learn about the life and legacy of the man behind the magic and his continuing impact on our lives and culture.”
Be sure to stay tuned for this television movie premiering fall of 2015.