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Disney Worldbuilders Trailer Teases Disney+ Documentary and D23 Premiere

Leslie Iwerks’ film gathers candid interviews with top Disney creators and offers the first documentary glimpse of lands in development, including footage tied to Disneyland Abu Dhabi.

Overview

  • The official trailer dropped Aug. 3 and confirms a world premiere at D23 on Aug. 16 and a streaming debut on Disney+ on Aug. 20.
  • Director Leslie Iwerks interviews leading figures such as Bob Iger, Kevin Feige, James Cameron, Jon Favreau, Pete Docter, Dave Filoni, Jennifer Lee, Jared Bush and Josh D’Amaro.
  • The documentary focuses on how films and franchises are translated into immersive park experiences and on the creative, technical and emotional work of Imagineering.
  • Trailer footage appears to show Bob Iger visiting the future Yas Island site, giving viewers the first documentary look at the Disneyland Abu Dhabi project.
  • Early reviews describe the film as a celebratory, creator-focused portrait that credits corporate strategy and acquisitions for assembling today’s roster of franchise storytellers.