Disney Unveils Heartwarming Holiday Short Directed by Taika Waititi - And It’s Full of Magic & Surprises!

Disney has teamed up with Oscar-winning director Taika Waititi to bring us a brand new holiday short film, The Boy & The Octopus, and it’s got all the warm and fuzzy feels to make the season extra magical! Premiering today, the short tells a delightful story of childhood wonder, friendship, and holiday spirit—just the kind of cozy content we love to see from Disney.

Set by the seaside, the story kicks off when a young boy befriends an unlikely companion—a curious octopus who attaches itself to his head!