Tag: Leslie Iwerks
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Disneyland Handcrafted – Mr. Daps’ Review
On January 22, 2026, Disneyland Handcrafted will be arriving on Disney+ and YouTube. The film is made by Leslie Iwerks and gives a never-before-seen perspective on the year leading up to the opening of Disneyland on July 17, 1955. This shows footage that hasn’t been shown before, shares insight from Walt Disney and the people…
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Disneyland Handcrafted: The Magic of Creation
Last week, Daps Magic was given the incredible opportunity to attend the premiere of Disneyland Handcrafted at Walt Disney Studios in Burbank. The latest film from Leslie Iwerks aims to tell the story of the creation of Disneyland with never-before-seen footage. Heading into the screening, I must admit I was a bit suspicious. For the…
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How to Watch ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Early!
Disneyland Handcrafted will arrive on Disney+ and Disney’s YouTube channel on January 22, 2026. Ahead of the debut of this Leslie Iwerks documentary about the year leading up to the opening of Disneyland, this film will be at the AMC Burbank Town Center 8 for a limited run. This will give fans the chance to…
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‘It’s a Miracle’ in New ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Video
A new clip for Disneyland Handcrafted has debuted on YouTube. This comes after the new Leslie Iwerks documentary premiered last week at the Walt Disney Studios (read more here). This new clip shows some never-seen-before clips showing some of the final days before the opening of Disneyland. This comes as it is noted that it…
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‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ – A Gift Connecting the Present with the Past
On January 22, 2026, Disneyland Handcrafted will be released on Disney+ and the Disney YouTube Channel. When it does, viewers will get a look behind the scenes as Disneyland was built. This is a film that isn’t just a documentary; it is a labor of love. Leslie Iwerks has a long history, and her family…
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VIDEO: Inside Disneyland Handcrafted: Leslie Iwerks on Family’s Legacy, Archives & Filmmaking Magic
Disney has released a new featurette about the upcoming documentary Disneyland Handcrafted ahead of its debut on January 22, 2026. The film has director Leslie Iwerks sharing about making the film, Disneyland history, and even her own family’s legacy with The Walt Disney Company. Below is a look at this featurette that comes ahead of…
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‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Release Date Announced!
The release date for Disneyland Handcrafted has been announced. This feature documentary from Leslie Iwerks takes a look at the year leading up to the opening of Disneyland. Viewers will get to see the excitement of Disneyland coming to life over 70 years ago. During the course of this feature, there will be the opportunity…
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Trailer Revealed for New “Disneyland Handcrafted” Leslie Iwerks Documentary Coming This Winter
There are Disneyland fans that love the early history of the park from concept to development. Many fans know that those concepts, photos, and even video from the early days of planning and construction are out there. The “Creating The Happiest Place on Earth” panel at Destination D23 provided fans with an emotional look at…
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Disney Legend Tony Baxter, Leslie Iwerks, Tim O’Day, Bret Iwan, and Eric Tan to Appear at Van Eaton Galleries For Very Special Event
An impressive array of Disney artists and authors will be at a very special event at the Van Eaton Galleries on November 23.
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New Documentary Celebrating 100 Years of Warner Bros. Coming to Max
In 2023 The Walt Disney Company is celebrating its 100th anniversary. However, it is not the only studio in Hollywood that is reaching this milestone. Warner Bros. is also celebrating its 100th anniversary. As part of the celebration of this centennial, a new documentary has been created by director Leslie Iwerks. Iwerks is a director,…
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THE IMAGINEERING STORY: The Official Biography of Walt Disney Imagineering Now Available
When Disney+ arrived in 2019 The Imagineering Story docuseries was an instant hit. This series is a beautiful look into Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI). As soon as it finished, many Disney fans were immediately wanting more. Thankfully, now more is here! It comes in the form of a book. THE IMAGINEERING STORY: The Official Biography…
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Soundtrack for The Imagineering Story Released on Music Streaming Services
The Imagineering Story is a wonderful docuseries by Leslie Iwerks that looks at the history of Imagineering and was released on Disney+. Now, the original soundtrack for The Imagineering Story has been released for Disney and music fans to enjoy. It includes over an hour of music that, much like the docuseries, is a little…
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New Guests Announced for Walt Disney Family Museum Happily Ever After Hours
The past month, The Walt Disney Family Museum has been sharing magic for all Disney fans. The Happily Ever After Hours events give fans the chance to hear firsthand stories from people who have created the magic themselves. This week, the museum gave us the lineup of new guests that we can check out online!…
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“The Imagineering Story” from Leslie Iwerks Coming to Disney+ Streaming Service on November 12
Today, Disney announced that The Imagineering Story, a docuseries that focuses on the magic that makes The Walt Disney Company special. This highly anticipated series has been in the works for quite some time and is sure to delight fans who love to see the magic come to life. The trailer for this series was originally released…