And The Beast: A 30th Celebration | Beauty

is a two-hour television special that originally aired on ABC on December 15, 2022, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the 1991 animated classic. Directed by Hamish Hamilton and executive produced by Jon M. Chu, the special is a "hybrid" production that blends scenes from the original film with live-action musical performances and behind-the-scenes segments. Core Concept and Production

: More than 400 costumes were created, including a 10-foot-tall puppet-like suit for the Beast that required self-puppeteering by the actor. Star-Studded Cast Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration

The special was designed as a "love letter" to the original film, which was the first animated feature to be nominated for a Best Picture Oscar. is a two-hour television special that originally aired