The 'Hannah Montana' 20th Anniversary Special: Date, Time, and Where to Watch

Published 03/22/2026, 9:13 PM PDT

Nearly 20 years after its 2006 debut, the OG Hannah Montana, led by Miley Cyrus, is ready to take its wildly loved fandom straight back into the era that once ruled Disney screens and pop culture. Known for its glitter, music, and iconic catchphrases like 'sweet niblets,' the series became a defining force of its time, one that fans never really moved on from. And just to bring that moment back to life, Cyrus is all set with her Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, aka the Hannahversary, already sending fans into a full-blown nostalgia wave across the internet.

Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, including its release date, time, and where to watch.

All about the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special

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Ready to pull its fandom back into their 13-year-old hearts, the iconic Disney-era series Hannah Montana is all set to strike a nostalgic chord once again with Miley Cyrus’ upcoming Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, premiering on March 24, 2026. Bringing the original magic back into focus, the one-hour special leans into music, memories, and the legacy that once defined an entire generation. It will stream on Disney+ and Hulu, with a global release scheduled at 12:00 AM PT, 3:00 AM ET, and 12:30 PM IST.

 Cyrus will be seen in a sparkling black dress, styled with signature blonde bangs that mirror her iconic look. Performing in front of a live audience of around 215 people, she revisits fan-favourite tracks including 'This Is the Life,' 'The Climb,' and 'The Best of Both Worlds,' while also debuting a brand-new original song for the special. Recently, speaking about the project, Cyrus shared that she did not want to take a modern approach to Hannah Montana but instead aimed to preserve its original essence, adding that returning to the world of the show felt like home again.

“I didn’t want to do this modern approach to Hannah. I wanted to keep it preserved,” Cyrus said in her Variety cover story.

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With so much already on the table, here is a look at the guest list joining the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special to turn it into a truly unforgettable day.

Who will appear in the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special?

To make the nostalgia hit even harder, several familiar faces are joining the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special, with Miley Cyrus taking centre stage as performer, narrator, and the emotional core of the retrospective, while also debuting a brand-new original track. Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper steps in to lead the conversations, as Billy Ray Cyrus returns to the Stewart living room to revisit the show’s early days, while Tish Cyrus-Purcell brings archived outfits, fan letters, and personal memories back to life inside Hannah’s iconic closet, adding a deeply personal layer to the celebration.

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In a moment designed to catch fans off guard, Selena Gomez will also join the special with a surprise cameo, adding another layer to the reunion. With Disney teasing even more familiar names, the special continues to build anticipation while keeping key appearances under wraps. While the original series featured a strong ensemble including Emily Osment, Mitchel Musso, Jason Earles, and Moisés Arias, their involvement remains unconfirmed for now, leaving space for speculation as the anniversary event moves closer.

As the Hannah Montana era takes centre stage once again, this anniversary special is not just a return, but a full-circle moment that brings an entire generation back to where it all began.

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Are you excited to dive back into nostalgia with Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special? Let us know in the comments.

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Lisa Roy

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Lisa Roy is an Entertainment Writer at NetflixJunkie, bringing Hollywood’s biggest moments to life through crisp news and fan-focused feature stories. With a Master’s in English Literature and over four years of experience across national and international domains , she is known for an eye for stories that fans instantly connect with. While she enjoys covering real-world gossip, she is deeply drawn to fictional universes of wizardry and witches.

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