Walt Disney Animation Studios is an American animation studio that creates animated feature films, short films, and television specials. The studio is a division of Walt Disney Studios, which is owned by The Walt Disney Company. Walt Disney Animation Studios was founded in 1923 by Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney, and has since produced many of the world's most beloved animated films, including Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Lion King, and Frozen. The studio is known for its innovative storytelling, stunning visuals, and memorable characters, and has won numerous awards for its work.