The history of Walt Disney and how the iconic Disney brand, fuelled by the creation of characters, family films, theme parks, technological innovations, and more, continues to shape generations and is forever woven into the fabric of American life.
EPISODE 1
The Birth of Mickey
Recounting the birth of Mickey Mouse, how he began as a pencil sketch and rocketed to lasting fame. The story starts with Walt in his early days in Hollywood when he quickly loses his first successful cartoon character to a powerful middleman.
EPISODE 2
Dawn of the Animated Blockbuster
Facing soaring costs, mounting criticism, and a tight deadline, Walt Disney creates the first full-length animated feature film, giving rise to the billion-dollar business of animated films.
EPISODE 3
Destination Disneyland
Walt Disney overcomes obstacles to create the first theme park, where instead of thrill rides, he gives the visitor an immersive journey into a story.
EPISODE 4
Now Available in Stores
Amidst financial troubles, Disney hires an ingenious marketing whiz who helps them figure out how to bring their beloved characters off the screen and into the hands of millions.
EPISODE 5
Creating a New World
Against all odds, Disney turns 27,000 acres of muddy Florida swampland into the world's largest and most visited Theme Park.
EPISODE 6
The Marvelous World of Disney
For nearly 70 years, Disney has pushed the boundaries of art and science through the work of a team of dreamers, designers, and builders known as the Imagineers.
Jason Gaignard
Derek Kealy
Jesse McQueen
Emily Cole
Bailey Antzis
Anthony Botelho
