How Disney Built America Coming to the History Channel

Calling all Disney history buffs! The History Channel dives deep into the legacy of Walt Disney with a new documentary series: “How Disney Built America.” This fascinating series explores the iconic brand’s rise, from beloved characters and timeless films to groundbreaking theme parks and innovations that shaped generations.

Get ready for a nostalgic thrill-ride! Each hour-long episode reveals the brilliance behind Disney’s success: the birth of iconic characters, the animation industry’s revolution, visionary merchandising, and the incredible engineering that brought Disneyland and Walt Disney World to life.

The series features rare archival footage, dramatic recreations, and insights from experts like Imagineer Bob Gurr. Gurr, hired by Walt himself, offers a unique perspective on the triumphs and challenges behind realizing Disney’s extraordinary vision.

Discover how Disney became an integral part of American culture with insights from historians like Douglas Brinkley and Margaret Kerrison.

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Catch the premiere episode, “The Birth of Mickey,” on the History Channel on April 28th, 2024.

Additional Notes:

While the series ties into the “Stories That Built America” franchise, it’s unclear when (or if) it will arrive on Hulu. Due to Disney’s co-ownership of A+E, the international release on Disney+ is also uncertain.

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