April is considered Earth Month, a celebration of environmental awareness and actions, and The Walt Disney Company, through its Disney Planet Possible initiative, will be honoring Earth Month 2023 in the parks and via its streaming media. Walt Disney World Disney’s Animal Kingdom … | Continue reading
A new autistic AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) character is joining The Ghost and Molly McGee animated series on the Disney Channel starting April 1, and we have the details on her. Meet June Chen In the first episode of season two, the McGees become fast friends with new … | Continue reading
As we mentioned earlier this week, Walt Disney World and its unions had come to a tentative agreement on a new contract, and after voting on it, cast members overwhelmingly voted to approve the deal. The Details According to the unions, 97% percent of the over 12,500 full-time wo … | Continue reading
Jeremy Renner, Marvel Avenger and host of upcoming Disney+ series “Rennervations,” will talk with ABC News anchor Diane Sawyer about his near-fatal snowplow accident in “Jeremy Renner: The Diane Sawyer Interview — A Story of Terror, Survival and Triumph,” airing April 6 on ABC. T … | Continue reading
In a recent development, it appears that The Walt Disney Company has outmaneuvered Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his attempts to punish the company for its socially responsible stance. DeSantis had enlisted the help of his buddies in the Florida Legislature to replace the Ree … | Continue reading
Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Singapore’s Minister for Transport and Minister-in-charge of Trade Relations, S. Iswaran jointly announced a partnership that will bring magical cruise vacations to Southeast Asia for the first time. The Details Und … | Continue reading
Searchlight Pictures’ newest film “Rye Lane” is an adult rom-com about two twenty-somethings in South London, and it will have its debut on Hulu March 31, 2023. About the Film “Rye Lane” made its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, where it delighted audiences and … | Continue reading
Disney and Pixar have released a new trailer for the upcoming movie “Elemental,” and it offers a more in depth look at the residents of Element City. The Story This new animated film takes place in a city where physical embodiments of the four elements – water, land, fire, and ai … | Continue reading
The Walt Disney Archives is readying the European version of “Disney100: The Exhibition” to open in Munich, Germany, and have offered a sneak peek of some of the Disney artifacts that will be part of the exhibition. The Details The largest exhibition the Walt Disney Archives has … | Continue reading
Disney has announced that Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, the Oscar-winning director of musical documentary “Summer of Soul,” will be directing the studio’s upcoming remake of “The Aristocats.” The Details Questlove will not only be directing the remake, but he will also be executive … | Continue reading
Peyton Elizabeth Lee and Milo Manheim pair up for the new teen rom-com movie “Prom Pact,” airing on Disney Channel March 30, 2023, and on Disney+ the following day. The Story It’s the height of prom season, and high school senior Mandy Yang (Lee), and her best friend and fellow o … | Continue reading
Disney Cruise Line (DCL) has announced the inaugural dates and select itineraries for Lighthouse Point, its new island destination in The Bahamas, headlining a season full of new and guest-favorite itineraries around the world in summer 2024. First Sailings to Lighthouse Point In … | Continue reading
Walt Disney World and the unions representing its Cast Members have finally reached a tentative agreement for a new contract that will be voted upon by union members this coming week. The Details In contract negotiations that have been ongoing since August 2022, it was announced … | Continue reading
Nearing the end of the 2022-2023 TV season, ABC has announced both season and series finale dates for thirteen of its scripted shows. What to Expect The finale schedule kicks off with freshman series Alaska Daily on March 30, and concludes May 18 with both Station 19, and a super … | Continue reading
April on Disney+ in the U.S. brings the debut of several scripted series and reality shows, the finale of a fan favorite, the premiere of a new version of the Peter Pan story, and several catalog titles. Series premieres include the The Crossover, about a family of basketball pla … | Continue reading
If you didn’t get a chance to watch the “Disney100: The Exhibition – Making the Magic” that aired March 23 on ABC-owned television stations and other outlets, we have it here for you to enjoy. About the Special The special was produced by 6abc/WPVI-TV Philadelphia, and featured i … | Continue reading
FX’s limited series production of Great Expectations, based on the classic novel by Charles Dickens, and featuring Oscar-winner Olivia Colman, will air weekly on Hulu from March 26 to April 23, 2023. The Story Published in 1861, Dicken’s novel tells the story of Pip (Fionn Whiteh … | Continue reading
Disneyland has announced that Space Mountain will once again be transformed into Hyperspace Mountain, and we have the details on what to expect, and how long you have to enjoy it. Launch into Hyperspace Hyperspace Mountain will start on May 1, 2023, and remain in operation until … | Continue reading
Up Here, a new musical romantic comedy series, debuts on Hulu today, March 24, and here’s everything you need to know about this ambitious new show. The Story Up Here follows the extraordinary story of one ordinary couple, Lindsay (Mae Whitman) and Miguel (Carlos Valdes), during … | Continue reading
Walt Disney World has announced that the popular “Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling Dessert Cruise” at Magic Kingdom will be closed for a few months of refurbishment, and we have the details. The Dates According to a note on the official page, the “Ferrytale Fireworks: A Sparkling … | Continue reading
The upcoming Descendants: The Rise Of Red movie on Disney+ will feature a reunion of Brandy Norwood and Paolo Montalban in their characters of Cinderella and King Charming, and we have all the details. No More Pocketwatch We’ve written about this newest movie in the Descendants f … | Continue reading
Disney has announced that breakfast and lunch service will return to Akershus Royal Banquet Hall at EPCOT starting May 14, 2023. The Details Disney hasn’t released any menu details yet, but did release three photos of sample food items that will be available. There are also no de … | Continue reading
Disney+ has revealed that Ed Sheeran: The Sum Of It All, a docuseries about the singer-songwriter, is set for a global debut May 3, 2023, on the streamer. The Details Disney+ says the four-part docuseries will spotlight how an unlikely child with a stutter rose to fame, and how h … | Continue reading
ABC-owned television stations will present a 30-minute special, Disney100: The Exhibition – Making the Magic, hosted by Alicia Vitarelli and TaRhonda Thomas of 6abc/WPVI-TV Philadelphia. on March 23, 2023. The Details Disney100: The Exhibition – Making the Magic will go behind th … | Continue reading
As part of Disney’s 100th anniversary celebration, D23, the Official Disney Fan Club, is hosting a Gold Member visit to Walt Disney’s hometown of Marceline, MO, on June 3, 2023. The Details D23 invites its Gold Members back to Walt’s boyhood hometown for a one-of-a-kind experienc … | Continue reading
The Children’s and Family Emmy® Awards-nominated series Secrets of Sulphur Springs returns to the Disney Channel for Season Three on Friday, March 24, 2023. The series kicks off with two new episodes starting at 8pm EDT/PDT, then goes weekly. All episodes are available the next d … | Continue reading
The upcoming Disney+ remake of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day has found its main cast. The Cast The film is described as a new take on Judith Viorst’s book of the same name, which tells the story of 11-year-old Alexander Garcia, who thinks he has the … | Continue reading
Today, March 19, 2023, the reimagined Mickey’s Toontown opened in Disneyland park at the Disneyland Resort, and Guests were finally able to see and experience all the new areas. Disneyland Resort President Ken Potrock hosted a dedication moment in the land on March 18, welcoming … | Continue reading
Marvel and D23 are partnering for a one-of-a-kind X-Men experience during this year’s San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) as they bring “The Hellfire Gala” to life. What We Know So Far Marvel and D23 will be bringing the living island of Krakoa to San Diego, California, on July 22, 2023, … | Continue reading
A new series called Saturdays is set to debut on the Disney Channel on Friday, March 24, and here’s why your family should check it out. The Series Saturdays revolves around 14-year-old Paris Johnson and her best friends, Simone and Ari, who hone their roller skating skills on th … | Continue reading
The revamped Mickey’s Toontown is set to open on March 19, 2023, and Disneyland has made sure everyone has access to snacks and more when visiting this area of the park with two new eateries: Café Daisy and Good Boy! Grocers. Café Daisy Nosh on diner classics concocted by acclaim … | Continue reading
It’s time once again for the swapping out of water parks at Walt Disney World as Typhoon Lagoon reopens for the season, and Blizzard Beach closes for rehab. Typhoon Lagoon Reopens On Sunday, March 19, Typhoon Lagoon will open for the 2023 spring and summer seasons. Guests can als … | Continue reading
One of the best food events at Walt Disney World is the annual Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic, and foodies can once again enjoy it November 10-11, 2023. The Details The Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic treats guests to a street party festival with unlimited tastings of … | Continue reading
Sad news for Willow fans as Disney+ has cancelled the fantasy series from Lucasfilm after only one season. The Details Willow the live-action series is based on the 1988 fantasy film of the same name, directed by Ron Howard, and it debuted on Disney+ on November 30, 2022. Set mor … | Continue reading
Simple notes on the Disneyland website serve to alert fans that the Indiana Jones Adventure and Grizzly River Rapids will both reopen to Guests on March 17, 2023. The Details Both Indiana Jones Adventure inside Disneyland park and Grizzly River Rapids inside Disney California Adv … | Continue reading
It may have been a media event for the new TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction coming to Magic Kingdom, but Walt Disney World used the opportunity to drop a lot more news about upcoming additions and events coming in 2023. New and Returning Character Greetings – All Year New and ret … | Continue reading
D23 is hosting a Star Wars: Return of the Jedi 40th Anniversary Screening in London on April 8, 2023, to be held in conjunction with Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023. The Details D23 Members are invited to gather in a galaxy far, far away for an exclusive big-screen presentation … | Continue reading
Her Universe founder and Star Wars actress Ashley Eckstein will be appearing at Disney Springs on Thursday, March 16, 2023, for a Disney event celebrating HERstory and a new Star Wars collection. The Details Ashley Eckstein will be appearing for a panel discussion in honor of Wom … | Continue reading
Riding the soon-to-open TRON Lightcycle / Run attraction can make a User hungry, so Walt Disney World is opening the Energy Bytes food kiosk nearby. The Menu Energy Bytes will feature quick bites, sweet treats, and beverages all day long, according to Disney. Early visitors can e … | Continue reading
Disney Legend Rolly Crump, an Imagineer who was instrumental in the design of early Disneyland and Walt Disney World attractions, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023, in his California home. He was 93. His Early Disney Career He was born Roland Fargo Crump on February 27, 1930, in … | Continue reading
Since September 2021, Space 220 at EPCOT has been providing guests with an elevated dining experience that is truly out-of-this-world. To celebrate Women’s History Month, guests who take the space elevator up to the dining room can indulge in a special plant-based vegan dessert c … | Continue reading
Disney+ has revealed the debut date for it’s upcoming American Born Chinese series, along with a new trailer for the show. Why will you be wanting to watch this series? Read on… The Series American Born Chinese, from filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton (Shang-Chi and the Legend of th … | Continue reading
Disney went into the 95th Oscars with 22 nominations for its various films, and when the evening was over, had garnered two wins. Let’s take a look at what happened throughout the evening. The Winners Congratulations to Ruth E. Carter who won her second Best Costume Design Oscar … | Continue reading
While waiting to see how many of Disney’s 22 nominations would win awards during this year’s Oscars, Walt Disney Studios used the ceremony to drop the first full trailer for the upcoming live-action version of The Little Mermaid. The trailer was formerly introduced during the cer … | Continue reading
Hulu turns 15 on March 12, and the streamer is celebrating with exclusive partnerships and special promotions for its 48 million subscribers. “Celebrating 15 years as an industry-leading streaming service is truly remarkable!” said Hulu President Joe Earley. “Hulu has navigated t … | Continue reading
Destination D23 presented by Lug is heading back to Walt Disney World and we have the initial details, along with a ticket on sale date. The Details Destination D23 2023 will take place from Friday, September 8 through Sunday, September 10, at Disney’s Contemporary Resort at Walt … | Continue reading
EngineEAR Souvenirs has opened to guests at Disneyland Park just ahead of Mickey’s Toontown grand opening on March 19, 2023. The Details EngineEar Souvenirs is the exit gift shop to Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, which opened to Guests on January 27, 2023. The initial assortm … | Continue reading
In an appearance at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, on March 10, 2023, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Josh D’Amaro presented “Creating Happiness: The Art & Science of Disney Parks Storytelling,” and it was certainly eye opening. The Details SXSW is be … | Continue reading