Walt: The Man Behind the Myth
From Mickey Mouse to the Magic Kingdom, he turned his dreams into entertainment for the ages. Now, learn his real story. Through exclusive footage and interviews with friends and family, this documentary traces the complicated life of legendary animator Walt Disney.
Walt: The Man Behind the Myth (2001)
Jean-Pierre Isbouts
At a glance
Countries
United States of America
Ratings
TMDB users
8.0/10
22 votes
Rating consensus
80/100 blend
Sources: TMDB
Warm reception overall — weighted ~80/100 across 1 rating source. The listed meters mostly agree.
Cast
Walt Disney
Self (archive footage)
Dick Van Dyke
Narrator (voice)
Diane Disney
Self
Roy Edward Disney
Self
Dave Smith
Self
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Walt: The Man Behind the Myth (2001)
Jean-Pierre Isbouts
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