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New Clip Showcases ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Ahead of Jan. 22 Streaming Debut on Disney+ and YouTube

The documentary draws on restored archival footage to center the hands-on labor behind Disneyland's creation.

Overview

  • Disney released a nearly one-minute color excerpt that spotlights 1954–55 construction scenes.
  • The clip features Art Director Bill Martin and television host Art Linklater reflecting on the hectic final months, with Linklater calling the on-time opening a miracle.
  • Footage shows workers on Main Street, U.S.A., a pirate ship being lifted into Peter Pan’s Flight, and the Casey Jr. Circus Train being painted.
  • Directed by Leslie Iwerks, the film emphasizes the craftspeople’s work and forgoes modern talking-head interviews for archival voices and imagery.
  • The documentary streams January 22 on Disney+ and Disney’s official YouTube channel after a studio lot premiere and an early positive review.