Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special Brings Miley Cyrus Back to DISNEY+ on March 24

If you grew up in the 2000s, chances are Hannah Montana was more than just a TV show.

It was a daily ritual, a soundtrack to childhood, and for many families, a shared obsession. I still remember my kids watching the movie on repeat every morning before school. Now they’re adults and somehow, Hannah Montana is turning 20.

And yes, it feels just as surreal as it sounds.

On March 24, Disney+ will premiere the “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special,” a heartfelt celebration of the series that defined a generation and launched the career of global superstar Miley Cyrus.

A Live Studio Event Hosted by Alex Cooper

The anniversary special will be filmed in front of a live studio audience and hosted by Alex Cooper. The event promises an intimate, in-depth conversation with Miley as she reflects on the creation of one of pop culture’s most iconic alter egos.

Fans can expect:

Never-before-seen archival footage
Recreated sets, including the Stewart family living room
The return of the legendary Hannah Montana closet
Musical throwbacks and familiar notes that defined the era

It’s a full-circle moment, blending nostalgia with a fresh perspective from Miley herself.

Why Hannah Montana Still Matters 20 Years Later

When Hannah Montana debuted on Disney Channel in 2006, it didn’t just become a hit, it became a global phenomenon. The Emmy-nominated series reshaped kids’ television, influenced fashion and music trends, and sparked one of the most passionate fandoms Disney has ever seen.

The franchise went on to produce:

14 platinum albums
18 gold albums
Two feature films
Over half a billion hours streamed globally on Disney+

For many fans, Hannah Montana was their first concert, their first fandom, and the first time they saw a character balancing two identities, something that resonated deeply with young viewers navigating their own lives.

Miley Cyrus Reflects on Hannah’s Lasting Impact

Miley has been open about how much the role continues to mean to her.

“‘Hannah Montana’ will always be a part of who I am,” Cyrus shared. “What started as a TV show became a shared experience that shaped my life and the lives of so many fans… This ‘Hannahversary’ is my way of celebrating and thanking the fans who’ve stood by me for 20 years.”

Ayo Davis, president of Disney Branded Television, echoed that sentiment, calling the special a love letter to fans who grew up with the series and are now sharing it with a new generation.

Produced by Industry Powerhouses

The special is produced by HopeTown Entertainment and Unwell Productions. Ashley Edens serves as showrunner, with Miley Cyrus, Tish Cyrus-Purcell, Alex Cooper, and Matt Kaplan as executive producers.

With the creative team and Miley herself fully involved, expectations are high and rightfully so.

How to Watch the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special

The “Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special” begins streaming March 24 exclusively on Disney+.

In the meantime, fans can revisit the full Hannah Montana collection on the platform and relive the songs, episodes, and moments that shaped an entire era of pop culture.

For those of us who watched alongside our kids, or were the kids singing into hairbrush microphones, this anniversary special isn’t just another reunion. It’s a reminder of a time when life felt a little simpler, the theme song was always stuck in our heads, and being your best of both worlds felt entirely possible.