When to watch Miley Cyrus's 'Hannah Montana' 20th anniversary special
What's the story
Miley Cyrus is set to reprise her iconic role as Hannah Montana in the upcoming 20th Anniversary Special of the beloved Disney Channel series. The show, which first premiered in 2006, will be celebrated with a special episode on Disney+ on March 24. The episode will include a live studio audience and feature discussions about the cultural impact of the series, along with an interview with Cyrus by Alex Cooper.
Trailer release
Trailer of 'Hannah Montana' 20th anniversary special
On Tuesday, the makers released the trailer for the special episode, which is filled with nostalgia. The trailer opens with the original Hannah Montana soundstage and theme song The Best of Both Worlds. Cyrus is seen walking through it, getting emotional about returning to the place where her journey began. She wears the iconic blonde wig, reminding fans of her double life as Miley Stewart and pop star Hannah Montana on the show.
Special features
More about the special episode
The 20th Anniversary Special will also include recreations of iconic sets from the show, such as the Stewart family home and Hannah's famous rotating closet. Fans can expect to see nostalgic moments with Cyrus's onscreen family, including her father-musician Billy Ray Cyrus, who played her dad in the original show. The episode aims to be a love letter to fans who have remained passionate about the series for nearly two decades.
Personal reflection
Cyrus on 'Hannah Montana's impact
Cyrus recently spoke about her emotional connection to Hannah Montana. She said, "Hannah Montana will always be a part of who I am. 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." "The fact that it still means so much to people all these years later is something I'm very proud of," she continued.