Disney Worldbuilders Documentary Explores Magic Behind Parks' Iconic Franchises
Leslie Iwerks' documentary 'Disney Worldbuilders' explores the creative visionaries behind Disney's top franchises and how they're built in parks worldwide. The film premiered on August 16 at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event and is now streaming on Disney+. It follows key figures from blockbuster films, including Pete Docter of Pixar, Jared Bush of Walt Disney Animation Studios, Jennifer Lee, Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, and Kevin Feige.
The documentary takes viewers to various parks, including Disney California Adventure Park's Pixar Pier, Shanghai Disneyland Park, and the Tree of Life Theater at Disney World in Florida. These creatives experience their own worlds for the first time, offering a unique perspective on the behind-the-scenes magic of Disney parks.