Siblings Derek and Julianne Hough return as hosts for ABC’s festive annual special “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,” on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. The Guests The special, filmed at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California, wi … | Continue reading
One day after Bob Iger returns as CEO of The Walt Disney Company and internal changes are happening as it’s announced Kareem Daniel is exiting Disney as head of its Media and Entertainment Distribution division. The Details In a memo to Disney staffers yesterday, Iger announced r … | Continue reading
Yesterday, The Walt Disney Company and 20th Century Studios held a variety of promotions for “Avatar Day” around the world, culminating with the release of the final trailer for the upcoming “Avatar: The Way of Water” film, along with other marketing materials. The Trailer The tr … | Continue reading
Disneyland Resort will celebrate the traditions of Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese cultures when the Lunar New Year Celebration returns January 20 – February 15, 2023 to Disney California Adventure. The Details The Chinese zodiac calendar plays a significant role in shaping the t … | Continue reading
IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, held its annual IAAPA Expo 2022 in Orlando, Florida, and The Walt Disney Company received several THEA and Brass Ring Awards during ceremonies held during the week. Thea Awards The prestigious Themed Entertainment Associ … | Continue reading
In what can only be described as an unexpected turn of events, the leadership atop The Walt Disney Company has shifted dramatically tonight. Bob Chapek, who replaced Bob Iger as CEO just two years ago is out and Iger is back as CEO effective immediately. “We thank Bob Chapek for … | Continue reading
Disney has announced a reopen date for the revamp of Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Resort, and it will happen on March 8, 2023. The Details It was announced around this time in 2021 that Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland would be closing for a complete reimagining of the space, a … | Continue reading
A month after announcing that Disney+ had signed a deal for streaming rights to new seasons of “Doctor Who” outside of the UK and Ireland, we now know Millie Gibson will be playing The Companion next. Meet The New Companion British actress Millie Gibson will be taking on the role … | Continue reading
Disney and Pixar have released a teaser trailer for “Elemental,” an all-new, original feature film that will hit theaters June 16, 2023, along with a new poster. About the Film The animated film is set in Element City, where fire-, water-, land-, and air-residents live together. … | Continue reading
Elton John is on his final tour, and his last Dodger Stadium concert will be streamed live on Disney+ this Sunday, November 20, 2022. The Concert “Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium” is a once-in-a-lifetime live, global original concert event that offers fans from arou … | Continue reading
Foodie Guests who will be visiting Walt Disney World on Thanksgiving Day, which this year in November 24, may be wondering where they can enjoy a holiday dinner, and we’ve got you covered with this list of Thanksgiving dining. Some are dishes created for the holiday, and others a … | Continue reading
Those visiting Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland today will notice a new addition to the characters as The Mandalorian and Grogu make their debut. The Details The duo’s appearance was first announced at this year’s “Star Wars Celebration” in Anaheim this Spring. While announ … | Continue reading
In April 2022, Walt Disney World announced it was planning to build affordable housing in Central Florida, and it has just released details on a location and developer picked for the project. About the Project Walt Disney World plans to build more than 1,300 affordable housing un … | Continue reading
“The Menu” will be released by Searchlight Pictures this weekend, on November 18, and it’s getting great reviews from those who have seen advance screenings. About the Film “The Menu” is billed as a dark black comedic horror film set in the world of haute cuisine and the foodies … | Continue reading
In order to expand the Disney Cruise Line vacation experience to new international locations, Disney has been negotiating to acquire a mega cruise ship that was only about 75% complete when the original company went bankrupt. The cruise ship then known as the Global Dream will be … | Continue reading
Disneyland Resort has announced it will resume sales of select Magic Key annual passes today after pausing new sales earlier this year. The Details Disney says the Inspire, Believe, and Imagine passes will resume new sales “no earlier than 9am PT” today (Wednesday, November 16, 2 … | Continue reading
Walt Disney World has announced that starting in December, prices on admission tickets, as well as annual passes, will increase. Plus, for the first time, it will charge extra for one-day tickets based on which park a customer visits. The Details The price changes will take effec … | Continue reading
Foodies visiting Walt Disney World during the month of November will find several Thanksgiving treats inspired by the American holiday throughout the resorts. Some Thanksgiving treats are available at multiple locations, while others are found at select locations only. And many a … | Continue reading
Disney will be using its synergy to get its Disney+ Star Wars series, “Andor,” in front of as many eyes as possible by airing it on ABC, FX, Freeform and Hulu over the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. The Details ABC, FX and Freeform will air the first two episodes of “Andor” throu … | Continue reading
Disney Cruise Line has revealed details about its upcoming “Marvel Day at Sea” sailings that will take place on select dates aboard the Disney Dream ship in 2023. For the first time ever, more than 30 Marvel Super Heroes and Villains will be featured in new heroic encounters and … | Continue reading
To nobody’s surprise, Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” grabbed the top spot at the box office for its opening weekend, and it also earned the second best box office for 2022. U.S. Box Office Marvel’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” dominated the domestic box office in i … | Continue reading
EPCOT’s newest attraction, “Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind,” will be getting a special “Holiday Remix” this season, and I have the details for you. The Details As the upcoming Marvel “Guardians of the Galaxy: Holiday Special” proves, the Guardians are all about celebratin … | Continue reading
Walt Disney World has announced that the guest favorite Cake Decorating Experience at Amorette’s Patisserie at Disney Springs will be returning this month and we have all the details on how you can take part. The Class If you’ve ever had a cake from Amorette’s Patisserie on a Wal … | Continue reading
Yesterday morning (Nov. 11) two new inclusive dolls in wheelchairs were unveiled as additions to Disneyland’s “it’s a small world” attraction. About the Dolls Disney says the change was part of an ongoing effort of looking at the resort for opportunities for inclusion. New dolls … | Continue reading
Earlier this week, famed Japanese animation company Studio Ghibli posted a cryptic social media video with its and Lucasfilm’s logos, and this morning I have all the details of what it means. The First Hint Thursday, November 10, Studio Ghibli posted a strange 15 second video tha … | Continue reading
This Christmas season, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will feature renowned Hong Kong musicians performing at the all-new “Disney Live in Concert!” Holiday music celebration. The Details For three consecutive Fridays and Saturdays, starting November 25, guests can enjoy an eclectic … | Continue reading
Disneylands Paris, currently celebrating its 30th anniversary, starts its “Disney Enchanted Christmas” celebrations November 12, 2022, and will run it until January 8, 2023. Parades “Mickey and his Sparkling Christmas Parade,” introduced in 2021, returns to delight park guests wi … | Continue reading
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort kick off on November 11, and for 2022, the culinary teams at the resort have come up with so many holiday treats to enjoy. There are the requisite sweets like the Snowman Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake at Jolly Holiday Bakery Café, the Maple Mickey … | Continue reading
Throughout the day yesterday (Nov. 9), Walt Disney World closed in stages in preparation for Hurricane Nicole to arrive, and today, it will reopen in phases, as well. Don’t expect the normal early morning rope drops, but Guests will still get to enjoy some time in the parks and D … | Continue reading
Keeping it in the Disney family, Lin-Manuel Miranda has joined the cast of the upcoming Disney+ series, “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” The Details Lin-Manuel Miranda, who is a fan of the “Percy Jackson” books along with his son, will play the god Hermes. Per the character’s o … | Continue reading
The Walt Disney Company yesterday reported earnings for its fourth quarter and fiscal year which ended October 1, 2022, during an investors call. “2022 was a strong year for Disney, with some of our best storytelling yet, record results at our Parks, Experiences and Products segm … | Continue reading
As subtropical storm Nicole makes its way to Central Florida this week, Walt Disney World is being proactive and announcing a few closures ahead of time. Resort Closures For the safety of WDW Guests and Cast Members, the following resorts will be closed Wednesday, November 9 thro … | Continue reading
Disney+ has announced the cast for “The Acolyte,” an upcoming Star Wars original series from Lucasfilm, which is currently in production in the UK. The Cast Joining the previously announced Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, Manny Jacinto, and Jodie Turner-Smith are: Carrie-Anne Mos … | Continue reading
The cast of Marvel’s upcoming Disney+ series “Agatha: Coven Of Chaos” has grown by five, and we have all the details on the new additions. Aubrey Plaza Actress Aubrey Plaza has been cast in an undisclosed role, but sources say she may be playing the antagonist opposite Kathryn Ha … | Continue reading
“Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party” kicks off on November 8, 2022, and one of the highlights of attending is all of the holiday food and beverages created for the event. The culinary teams have created plenty of new delights to enjoy this year, like the adorable Mickey Mousse O … | Continue reading
Walt Disney World is normally a popular Thanksgiving Weekend destination, but it will be a bit busier with the return of the ESPN Events Invitational tournament to the ESPN Wide World of Sports. About the Event The ESPN Events Invitational is an annual early season Division 1 men … | Continue reading
Last month we told you about the special event featuring the music of “Encanto” performed live at the Hollywood Bowl,” and now Disney+ has announced it will be recording both nights for an “Encanto at the Hollywood Bowl” special that will debut on the streamer in December 2022. T … | Continue reading
Starting November 8, Tokyo Disney Christmas celebrations return for the first time in three years, and we have the details on the events that will run through December 25, 2022. Tokyo Disneyland Park Guests can enjoy “Disney Christmas Stories,” a parade that brings to life scenes … | Continue reading
In honor of the upcoming Disney+ series, “The Santa Clauses,” a special interactive event called “The Santa Clauses’ Winter Wonderland” will run at the Watermark in New York City from November 15, 2022 to January 15, 2023. The Experience This holiday season, Watermark at Pier 15 … | Continue reading
Disney Springs has a lot to offer a foodie visiting Walt Disney World, whether you prefer sweet or savory, and we have a bunch of news to share. November 2022 brings foodie news of new flavors and special events, just to name a few of the yummy news bites we have for you. Are you … | Continue reading
We are saddened to share the news that Disney Legend Alice Davis has died at the age of 93. Best known for her work on audio-animatronic costumes as a Walt Disney Imagineer, Alice was inducted as a Disney Legend in 2004 and was a constant fixture on the Disney fan convention circ … | Continue reading
Walt Disney Animation Studios is bringing a special sneak peek of its latest film, “Strange World,” to Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World starting today, November 4, 2022. The Details Guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios can find the sneak peek of the film at t … | Continue reading
Disney has announced it is once again collaborating with the Marine Toys for Tots Program to help bring joy to children in need this holiday season through the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive. The Details The Disney Ultimate Toy Drive takes place from now through Dec. 24, 2022, Toys ca … | Continue reading
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” Happy Meal toys have arrived at U.S. McDonald’s for a limited time, in honor of the movie, which hits theaters November 11, 2022. Each Happy Meal box includes one of ten super hero toys based on characters from the movie, and will be available for … | Continue reading
Six weeks out from its theatrical release, and a new trailer for “Avatar: The Way of Water” has been released, along with a new poster. The Film This sequel to the box office sensation “Avatar” is set more than a decade after the events of the first film. “Avatar: The Way of Wate … | Continue reading
The first ever Children’s & Family Emmy Awards, part of the official Emmys, has announced its nominations, and The Walt Disney Company has received 86 of them. These nominations reach across its various content brands and studios: Disney Branded Television, Disney Channel, Disney … | Continue reading
Art and food collide at the annual EPCOT International Festival of the Arts at Walt Disney World, and now we know the dates of the 2023 event. About the Festival The festival is a global celebration of visual, culinary, and performing arts where guests can find inspiration and di … | Continue reading