Mickey and his pals usually celebrate at the same location at Hot Dog Hills every
Christmas. However, when the locations get mixed up, it's a wild ride filled with hilarity and doubts as our lovable band of friends race against time throughout multiple countries to get home in time for Christmas.[3]
"What Makes Christmas Christmas" – sung by Mickey & the gang[19]
Release
Mickey and Minnie Wish Upon a Christmas premiered on December 2, 2021 on
Disney Junior.[20] It was later released on
DisneyNow.[21] The television special was subsequently made available to stream on
Disney+.[22]
Reception
Critical response
Ben Breitbart of LaughingPlace.com called Mickey and Minnie Wish Upon a Christmas a "strong holiday special," writing, "The holidays are a time for nostalgia and unadulterated glee. Mickey and Minnie Wish Upon a Christmas may be the Disney equivalent of a Hallmark movie, but that is exactly what the doctor ordered. Spending time with familiar friends in a familiar set-up is perfect to bring a smile to your face. Whether you are enjoying with your family, or just reliving your own fond memories, I fully recommend checking the special out to get your holidays off on the right foot."[23] Sydni Ellis of People included Mickey and Minnie Wish Upon a Christma in their "Best Christmas Movies to Stream on Disney+ in 2022" list.[24] Stephanie Snyde of Common Sense Media gave Mickey and Minnie Wish Upon a Christmas a grade of three out of five stars, complimented the depiction of positives messages and role models, citing the importance of friends and family demonstrated across the characters, while praising the songs and the humor of the special.[25]
Ratings
On its premiere airing on
Disney Junior at 7:00 p.m., the special was watched by 0.38 million viewers.[26] The special was broadcast again the next day on
Disney Channel at 9:30 a.m. and was watched by 0.26 million viewers.[27]
Accolades
List of awards and nominations for Mickey and Minnie Wish Upon a Christmas
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