

The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story
1999, English. Directed by Leslie Iwerks.
The man Walt Disney called "the greatest animator in the world"
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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- Released
- 8 October 1999
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Leslie Iwerks
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The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story?
If you liked The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story, try Love, Gilda, Corman's World, Audrey.
Who directed The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story?
The Hand Behind the Mouse: The Ub Iwerks Story (1999) was directed by Leslie Iwerks and stars Kelsey Grammer, Mark Kausler, John Lasseter.