Disney+ has released the official teaser trailer for Mickey: The Story of a Mouse, a Disney Original Documentary. The doc is set to premiere on the streaming platform on Nov. 18, which is not coincidentally Mickey Mouse's birthday. As the title suggests, it dives into the history of Mickey Mouse from the creation of the animated rodent to its enduring legacy as a pop culture icon and perhaps the most recognizable cartoon character in the world. You can check out the new teaser below.
The teaser trailer was first debuted at Disney's D23 Expo, launching the kick-off to the 100th anniversary celebration of The Walt Disney Company. Jeff Malmberg (Marwencol) directs the doc whish is produced by Oscar winner Morgan Neville (Won't You Be My Neighbor), Meghan Walsh, and Chris Shellen. It is executive produced by Caitrin Rogers.
An official description of Mickey: The Story of a Mouse is as follows:
One of the world’s most beloved icons, Mickey Mouse is recognized as a symbol of joy and childhood innocence in virtually every corner of the globe. Dreamed up at a low point in Walt Disney’s burgeoning career, Mickey became an overnight sensation when he starred in the first sync-sound animated short, Steamboat Willie. Through the decades that followed, the character evolved into strikingly different versions of himself that reflect both his creator’s remarkable career and dramatic societal shifts in the nation he came to represent.
Mickey: The Story of a Mouse Includes an All-New Hand-Drawn Animated Short
The doc features interviews with legendary Disney animators Eric Goldberg, Mark Henn, and Randy Haycock, as well as animation artist and Disney Legend Floyd Norman, art historian Carmenita Higginbotham, director of Walt Disney Archives Rebecca Cline, and archivist Kevin Kern. Also included is exclusive archival footage and interviews delving into the ongoing artistic and cultural significance, and controversies, surrounding the famous mouse. Additionally, Mickey: The Story of a Mouse will also include an exclusive hand-drawn animated short from Walt Disney Animation Studios dubbed "Mickey in a Minute."
“Ninety-four years ago, Walt Disney created a mouse that would become one of the world’s most beloved characters,” Marjon Javadi, vice president of Disney Original Documentary, said in a statement. “We are excited for the world to see Mickey Mouse in a way they’ve never seen him before. Our award-winning team of filmmakers captures Mickey’s journey through the years and reminds us why he has had such an impact on us.”
Director Jeff Malmberg added, “Mickey Mouse is a symbol we see every day of our lives. We all know Mickey, but he means different things to different people. We felt like Mickey deserved a documentary that was joyful but also honest. I'm glad that Disney allowed us to delve so deeply into the evolutions and meanings of the world’s most famous mouse."
Mickey: The Story of a Mouse will premiere on Disney+ on Nov. 18, 2022. You can take a peek at the official key art below.
