Winston Hibler

Biography

Winston Hibler was an American screenwriter, film producer, director, and narrator associated with Walt Disney Studios. Educated at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, he began his career as a Broadway actor before transitioning to writing for radio, film, and television. Joining Disney in 1942, Hibler contributed as a songwriter, co-writing songs like "Following the Leader" from Peter Pan and "I Wonder" from Sleeping Beauty. He narrated several of Disney's True-Life Adventures documentaries and produced films such as Nikki, Wild Dog of the North (1961) and The Aristocats (1970). Hibler's versatile contributions significantly shaped Disney's storytelling and musical legacy.

Known For

The Living Desert

as Narrator

The African Lion

as Narrator

The Vanishing Prairie

as Narrator

Hold That Pose

as Commentator(uncredited)

Perri

as Narrator

The Last Days of Pompeii

as Marcellus (uncredited)

Jungle Cat

as Narrateur

Secrets of Life

as Narrator

Beaver Valley

as Narrator (voice)

Nature's Half Acre

as Narrator