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The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story

“The man Walt Disney called "the greatest animator in the world"”

★ 7.8(9)19991h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Leslie Iwerks
Release date: 1999-10-08
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures

About The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story is a 1999 movie in the Documentary genre, directed by Leslie Iwerks, starring Kelsey Grammer, Mark Kausler and John Lasseter. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.8/10 from 9 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

There's not a person in the world who wouldn't recognize Mickey Mouse. But until now, not many knew the man who originally gave shape, movement and personality to the world's most beloved icon. "The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story" takes you behind the scenes to meet Walt Disney's best friend and chief animator.

Cast

Kelsey Grammer

Narrator

Mark Kausler

Himself

John Lasseter

Himself

Russell Merritt

Himself

Roy Edward Disney

Himself

Chuck Jones

Himself

Ollie Johnston

Himself

Don Iwerks

Himself

Dave Smith

Himself

Leonard Maltin

Himself

Virginia Davis

Herself

Bob Broughton

Himself

Themes & keywords

biographyfilmmakingwoman director1930s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story in South Africa?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story on Netflix?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story stars Kelsey Grammer, Mark Kausler, John Lasseter, Russell Merritt and Roy Edward Disney.

When did The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story come out?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story is a 1999 movie directed by Leslie Iwerks.

What genre is The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story is Documentary film.

Who directed The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story?+

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story was directed by Leslie Iwerks.