Disney releases new holiday short film The Invisible Horse

Disney released its new three-minute short film titled 'The Invisible Horse' on November 9, 2026. The story follows a young boy named Jack who believes he has outgrown the excitement of Christmas and pulls away from his family while they decorate their tree. His perspective shifts after he encounters a mysterious invisible horse that leads him on an adventure through snowy landscapes, reigniting his childhood sense of wonder.

Directed by Dougal Wilson, known for 'Paddington in Peru', the film features cameo appearances from popular characters including Woody from 'Toy Story' and Elsa from 'Frozen'. The project is part of Disney's 'Make the Holidays Magic' campaign, a charitable initiative supporting the Make-A-Wish foundation to help grant wishes for children facing serious illnesses. The film is currently available for public viewing free of charge on YouTube and is also being broadcast on the Disney+ streaming platform.