How to Watch the Debut of ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’

The countdown to the launch of Disneyland Handcrafted is on!

First revealed last August at Destination D23, this new documentary film from director Leslie Iwerks will surround you with the sights, sounds, and first-hand accounts of real artists, craftsmen, and Walt Disney Imagineers on-site in Anaheim in 1955. Featuring distinctive, archival footage and key soundbites that provide an unpolished, fly-on-the-wall perspective, this new film is a treat for Disney Parks fans looking to learn more about the foundational roots that went on to inspire a shining blueprint for happiness around the world.

Last week, we rolled out the blue carpet on the march toward the film’s kickoff with a premiere event on The Walt Disney Studios lot, featuring a great lineup of special guests, exciting surprises, and unique opportunities. As we get closer to the release date, anticipation is starting to rise and excitement is building as first looks at the film are right around the corner.

Get ready to throw on some Mickey Mouse ears and order a large bucket of fresh, buttered popcorn (with some chocolate candy in the mix, of course) – Disneyland Handcrafted is coming to AMC Burbank Town Center 8 for a limited-time theatrical run from January 14 through January 20, 2026!

A shining fan hub for so many Disney films over the years and just a quick drive away from the famed studio lot, AMC Burbank Town Center 8 will be a proud host for the new documentary for a limited time ahead of its digital debut the following week. Just like so many movie theaters around the world, Disneyland has long been a place where people can come together to create new memories with their closest loved ones, making this exclusive opportunity a unique way to experience the new documentary film.

If you’re a Southern California local with a passion for film and have been following along with our continuing coverage of Disneyland Handcrafted leading up to its digital release on January 22, this special surprise allows fans to have a first-hand look at the trials and tribulations behind the rapid construction of the park leading up to its opening day in July 1955 on the silver screen. We’re excited to see you there — click here to purchase advance tickets!

To watch Disneyland Handcrafted at home or while on-the-go, be sure to log into your existing Disney+ account or subscribe to @Disney on YouTube when it launches on January 22.

Whether you’re snuggling up with some blankets on a Disney vacation or enjoying the documentary from the friendly confines of your home, get ready to experience the labor and love that built one man’s impossible dream with this insightful new film.

When the documentary launches on the 22nd, you’ll be able to enjoy a distinctly Disney feature documentary that details the legacy, passion, and nostalgia in the year leading up to the creation of The Happiest Place on Earth. Told through rare archival footage and thoughtful soundbites, the documentary showcases the ultimate story of risk and captures the ongoing hustle and bustle of Disneyland as it was being built.

Looking for other details about the film, including the trailer, the official poster, and additional details on director Leslie Iwerks? Continue to follow along on the Disney Parks Blog for more information and prepare for a stroll down memory lane at Disneyland when the film comes to a screen near you.