Disney Reveals New Holiday Short "The Invisible Horse," Continuing a Heartwarming Christmas Tradition

The festive animated tale follows a young boy named Jack who befriends an unseen creature in a bid to rediscover the spirit of Christmas.

Disney is continuing its tradition of heartwarming holiday storytelling with a new short film, The Invisible Horse, arriving November 9 on Disney+ and YouTube.

What's Happening:

  • Disney has shared a first look at its newest holiday short, The Invisible Horse, which is set to debut on Monday, November 9, on Disney+ and Disney's YouTube channel.
  • Directed by Dougal Wilson (Paddington in Peru), the short tells the story of Jack, a young boy who begins to believe he has outgrown Christmas, only to form an unlikely friendship with an invisible creature that helps him rediscover the magic of the holiday season.
  • The teaser opens on a snowy farmhouse, where mysterious hoof-prints begin appearing in the snow, seemingly without a horse making them.
  • As the invisible creature approaches Jack, a clump of grass is mysteriously lifted from the ground, offering a glimpse at the unusual friendship at the center of the story.

  • The Invisible Horse follows Disney's recent tradition of releasing original holiday shorts centered on childhood wonder and unexpected friendships.
  • The last two shorts, released in 2024 and 2025, were directed by acclaimed director Taika Waititi.
  • The Boy & The Octopus follows a young boy who discovers an octopus attached to his head while vacationing by the sea.
  • Best Christmas Ever follows a young girl whose unfinished drawing, Doodle, comes to life after Santa Claus mistakes it for a Christmas wish.

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