Get your popcorn ready! National Geographic is setting sail again with a follow-up to its hit special Making the Wish: Disney’s Newest Cruise Ship. The newest documentary, Magic of the Disney Treasure, takes viewers behind the scenes of Disney Cruise Line’s next great ship and the stories that inspired it.
Premiering Friday, March 28 at 10 p.m. EST on the National Geographic Channel, this inside look reveals how Imagineers and creative teams transform beloved Disney stories into unforgettable at-sea experiences. The documentary will also be available to stream March 29 on Disney+ and Hulu.
Behind the Curtain at Sea
From first-ever Broadway-style productions to immersive themed dining, Magic of the Disney Treasure captures the heart of the Disney Cruise Line experience. You’ll get a first look at:
- The creation of the Plaza de Coco restaurant, inspired by Pixar’s Coco, filmed on location in Mexico.
- Disney’s first-ever Broadway-style “Moana” musical, developed exclusively for the Disney Treasure.
- A rare look into the mysterious Haunted Mansion Parlor, an immersive lounge filled with special effects and ghostly illusions straight from Disney Parks.
A Personal Touch
Directed by R.J. Cutler and David Furnish, the documentary also reflects the personal stories and passion behind the ship’s design. As part of National Geographic’s Yellow Border Production Services and Yellow Shoes Studio. The film blends cinematic storytelling with behind-the-scenes access like never before.
The evening kicks off at 7:30 p.m. EST with Epcot Becoming: Inside the Transformation, followed by Making the Wish at 9 p.m., then Magic of the Disney Treasure at 10 p.m. For night owls, encore presentations run into the early morning hours of March 29.
Don’t Miss the Journey
Whether you’re a cruise fan or a Disney storytelling devotee, Magic of the Disney Treasure offers a can’t-miss look at how magic is made at sea. It’s not just a cruise ship—it’s an immersive, moving celebration of Disney creativity and innovation.
Set your reminders and get ready to sail into the making of a Disney treasure.
