Disney +: 10 Other Documentaries To Watch If You Like The Imagineering Story

Disney’s streaming service Disney + has a vast array of content for its audiences from its fantastic animated movies to the Marvel Cinematic Universe or Star Wars films. As well as that, there are plenty of great television shows and musicals, but one of the real highlights is The Imagineering Story, which blew people away.

This documentary series is all about the Disney theme parks, which are the most popular in the world and it gives incredible unprecedented access. It told the story of each park around the world with breathtaking details touching on the positives and negatives, all of which created some engaging stories. But for those who have watched this series, what other similar documentaries would people enjoy?

10 One Day At Disney (2019)

This documentary series is also available on Disney + and really is fantastic, giving a great glimpse at different jobs within the Walt Disney company. Unlike The Imagineering Story, the episodes on this series aren’t incredibly long and instead each episode is just a brief overview of different jobs.

Some of the roles include those working inside the Disney theme parks, others include being in animation, or something totally different. It gives people a great insight into the variety of jobs that are available, in short, bite-sized chunks that anyone can enjoy.

9 The Boys: The Sherman Brothers’ Story (2009)

Another big factor in the Disney bubble is the music that comes from many of the movies. It is one of the big reasons why the movies from the company are often so very popular, and when it comes to the creation of some iconic songs, The Sherman Brothers were better than most.

They were involved in several major movies, most famously being known for their work in Mary Poppins. This brilliant documentary takes a major focus on their lives and careers, and it is something that any Disney fan would enjoy.

8 Disney Prop Culture (2020)

This documentary series is available on Disney +, and as the title suggest, it focuses on movie props. There are tons of great props from the incredible Disney movie collection, and the series focuses on a new movie with each episode as a prop collector goes in search of some unique items from the film in question.

While it isn’t necessarily to do with theme parks, it does provide an amazing insight into the movie world and what detail goes into each film, down to the smallest props. Every item has its own story, and that’s what really makes this series a lot of fun.

7 Into The Unknown: Making Frozen II (2020)

Speaking of fantastic documentaries that focus on the Disney movies, Into The Unknown: Making Frozen II really is an incredible series. Obviously, this docuseries concentrates on the production of Frozen II, right from the start to its premiere, covering all the ups and downs.

This film has so much detail in and really expresses the difficult process of making a movie, even if it is a major motion picture like this. Seeing the passion that is placed into it really is breathtaking to see, and that makes this documentary one that anybody can appreciate, especially creative minds who would have watched The Imagineering Story.

6 Walt Disney (2016)

The saying of “It all started with a mouse” is incredibly well-known and is something that all Disney fans can really relate with. However, while Mickey Mouse was a big part of who Walt Disney was, as are the theme parks and movies, a lot of his success is down to himself as a person.

This BBC documentary is an absolutely fantastic look into the life of Walt Disney, which is something that any Disney fan can appreciate. This documentary gives a tremendous insight into what he is like as a person.

5 The Dark Side Of Disney (2015)

Not everything about the Disney theme parks is perfect and that is something that this documentary will happily showcase. While the Imagineering Story is quite open and honest considering that it was produced for Disney +, it doesn’t go into the same detail that this does.

The Dark Side Of Disney instead looks into the fandom that this world has, and what happens when people take their obsession to new heights. It’s an interesting examination of a major fandom community, and while it isn’t for everyone, it is certainly interesting to see that side of things.

4 Blackfish (2013)

While this documentary isn’t about Disney itself, it is something that theme park fans would absolutely be interested in as Seaworld is a very popular theme park. Of course, this park is one that is shrouded in controversy, focusing on the killer whales in captivity and the negatives that come with that.

This documentary was incredibly important in changing the way that Seaworld operated, and that makes this an incredibly powerful and emotional documentary that everyone should relish in.

3 The Magic Factory (2005)

While the Disney theme parks are obviously very popular all around the world, that doesn’t mean that they are the only great theme park in the world. Alton Towers is another incredibly popular destination for people, located in England, and The Magic Factory is a great documentary all about it.

It’s a fantastic look at how a totally different theme park operates as they prepare for a brand new rollercoaster investment. Things are totally different here in comparison to Disney’s extreme wealth, but it is just as exciting to watch.

2 Inside Legoland (2020)

Another documentary series that focuses on an English theme park is Inside Legoland, which takes a look at one of the most popular parks in the country. Legoland is part of a huge franchise with different parks all around the world, but this documentary concentrates on the Windsor resort.

It’s a fascinating look at how a major company operates with the pressure of living up to the LEGO brand, which is by no means an easy task. It’s the newest documentary on this list, and it really is fascinating to watch.

1 Modern Marvels – Walt Disney World (2005)

Created by the History Channel, this documentary takes an amazing look into the world of Walt Disney World, providing the peek behind the curtain that fans really enjoy. Much like The Imagineering Story, this totally focuses on the Disney theme parks, giving tremendous details in the process.

It goes into all the details any Disney theme park fan could hope for, and that really makes this an amazing documentary. The insight is incredible and anyone who enjoyed The Imagineering Story will connect with this one as well.

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