Watch The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story (1999) Online Free
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, Mark Kausler, John Lasseter, Russell Merritt, Roy Edward Disney, Chuck Jones, Ollie Johnston, Don Iwerks, Dave Smith, Leonard Maltin, Virginia Davis, Bob Broughton
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