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Two decades ago to this day, Disney Channel launched “Hannah Montana,” unveiling Miley Cyrus as the sparkling new star in the titular role of the pop sensation.
To mark this milestone, Cyrus is dusting off her iconic blonde wig to honor the show’s impact with a special 20th anniversary edition, available exclusively on Disney+.
The series, which aired from 2006 to 2011 over four seasons, also inspired a 2009 feature film. It chronicled the life of Miley Stewart (played by Cyrus), a regular girl by day who transformed into the famous pop performer Hannah Montana by night, simply by wearing a blonde wig.
In this commemorative special, Cyrus revisits her character’s signature wardrobe and steps into her glitter-filled world once again. She will also engage in an intimate conversation with Alex Cooper, host of Call Her Daddy and a devoted “Hannah Montana” fan. The special promises unseen footage and recreations of the show’s iconic sets, offering a nostalgic journey through the music, moments, and memories that defined Cyrus’s “Hannah Montana” years.
“‘Hannah Montana’ will always be a part of who I am,” Cyrus said in a release announcing the special. “What started as a TV show became a shared experience that shaped my life and the lives of so many fans, and I’ll always be thankful for that connection.”
‘Hannah Montana’ 20th anniversary special release time
The “Hannah Montana” 20th anniversary special will release today, March 24, at 3 a.m. ET/12 a.m. PT only on Disney+.
How to watch ‘Hannah Montana’ 20th anniversary special
Disney+ offers a number of subscription options, so you can find the one that works for you. With ads, a subscription costs $10.99/month; without ads, it’s $18.99/month or $189.99/year.
There are also Disney+ bundles with Hulu, Max, and ESPN+, so you can subscribe to up to three services at once and save over 40% every month. If you subscribe before 11:59 a.m. ET today, March 24, you’ll get your first three months of Disney+ and Hulu for just $4.99/month.
Who will be in the Hannah Montana’ 20th anniversary special?
In addition to Miley Cyrus, her mother Tish Cyrus-Purcell and father Billy Ray Cyrus, who starred in “Hannah Montana” as her character’s father, have been confirmed to appear in the special based on the trailer (which you can watch below).
Miley also confirmed to Variety that Selena Gomez, who also got her start on Disney Channel, will also cameo in the “Hannah Montana” special. Gomez played her “Wizards of Waverly Place” character Alex Russo in a 2009 crossover episode, but also appeared in three episodes of “Hannah Montana” as Mikayla, a rival pop star.
Hannah Montana’ 20th anniversary special trailer
This article was written by Angela Tricarico, Commerce Streaming Reporter for the New York Post, Page Six, and Decider. Angela keeps readers up to date with information on how to watch all of your favorite reality TV shows and movies on each streaming service. Not only does Angela test and compare the streaming services she writes about to ensure readers are getting the best prices, but she’s also a superfan specializing in the intersection of shopping, tech, sports, celebrities and pop culture. Prior to joining The Post in 2023, she wrote about streaming and consumer tech at Insider Reviews