Miley Cyrus returns with Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special: Here's when and where you can watch and what to expect
Miley Cyrus is finally set to return with the highly anticipated Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, and it is going to be streamed online. Here's when and where you can watch it!
Last Updated: 12.43 AM, Feb 18, 2026
Sweet nibblets! Guess what! Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special is actually happening. While everyone was waiting for something special on Hannah Montana's 20th anniversary, on February 17, Disney announced Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special with a sneak peek into Miley/Hannah's life, which led fans into a frenzy.
When and where to watch Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special?
| Show | Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special |
| OTT platform | Disney+ (JioHotstar - OTTplay Premium) |
| OTT release date | March 24, 2026 |
| Cast | Miley Cyrus |
Since Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special is releasing on Disney+, the Indian audience can expect it to be released on JioHotstar and you can also watch it with your OTTplay Premium subscription. Sharing the announcement, the streaming platform captioned it, "Going back to where it all began. The Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special premieres March 24 on Disney+. #MileysMemories."
Hannah Montana (2006–2011) feels deeply nostalgic for late ’90s and early 2000s kids because it captured the heart of the mid-2000s Disney Channel era, blending the ultimate “double life” fantasy with catchy pop-rock anthems and an unforgettable wave of merch, tours, and teen-idol mania, the show’s core focus on the tight-knit bond between Miley, Lilly, Oliver, Jackson, and others are still iconic
What is Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special about?
Even though details are under wraps right now, the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special is a retrospective, intimate, and celebratory event featuring Miley Cyrus in a detailed interview hosted by Alex Cooper, as per reports. It focuses on the show's massive legacy, featuring never-before-seen footage, set recreations, and nostalgic reflection on the show's impact.
As per Disney Plus, the event will be filmed in front of a live studio audience, creating an electric, celebratory atmosphere as Miley Cyrus sits down for a rare and deeply personal conversation with Alex Cooper, host of Call Her Daddy. Together, they’ll explore the origins of one of pop culture’s most beloved alter egos, highlighting how the character was built, which is memorized till date, how the music shaped a generation, and how stepping into (and eventually out of) that spotlight transformed Grammy-winner Cyrus’ life and career.
This special event promises a mix of reflection and revelation, featuring behind-the-scenes stories and creative risks, as well as the pressures of fame at a young age. Cyrus will revisit the lyrics that became anthems, the friendships that defined an era, and the emotional weight of saying goodbye to an event that helped define the 2000s.
Fans will be immersed in the world of Hannah Montana once more, with meticulously recreated sets. It will, of course, include the Stewart family living room and the iconic, glittering Hannah Montana closet, taking viewers straight back to Malibu. Exclusive, never-before-seen archival footage will offer new insights into the series' creation, its explosive rise, and the lasting cultural impact it has left behind.
Fans can also expect laughter, vulnerability, surprising callbacks, and perhaps some familiar notes returning to the spotlight - reminding viewers why this fantasy of a double life has become a defining chapter of a generation.
Miley Cyrus on Hannah Montana's legacy
In a statement, Miley Cyrus 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 connection. The fact that it still means so much to people all these years later is something I’m very proud of. This ‘Hannahversary’ is my way of celebrating and thanking the fans who’ve stood by me for 20 years.”
Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special FAQs
Q: Is Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary happening?
A: Yes. Disney+ announced that Miley Cyrus is returning with a Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special.
Q: Where to watch Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special?
A: Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special will be released on March 24 on Disney+.
Q: Will Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special be available in India?
A: Since Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special is releasing on Disney+, the Indian audience can expect it to be released on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium).