Author: Mr. Daps
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Disney Villains | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 15, 1991
On this day in 1991, Disneyland’s Fantasyland turned sinister when the Disney Villains shop debuted. Its location behind Sleeping Beauty Castle has held many shops over the years, starting with Merlin’s Magic Shop (similar to today!). Disney Villains took over with wickedly delightful decor and character meet and greets, paying homage to Maleficent and other…
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4-Part Finale Event Details for ‘Wizards Beyond Waverly Place’ Announced as Trailer is Released
Today was a big day for fans of Wizards Beyond Waverly Place. Not only were details about the 4-part finale released, but a trailer also accompanied them. This includes a first look at the return of fan-favorite characters Harper Finkle (Jennifer Stone) and Mason Greyback (Gregg Sulkin). The 4-part finale event will be a marathon…
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Opening Date Announced For The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios continues to get more and more magical! Recently, the courtyard for The Magic of Disney Animation opened. Since then, guests have been delighted by the details found throughout that bring the feel of the original Walt Disney Studios to Florida. On top of this, characters are adding extra magic to the area.…
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Earl of Sandwich Celebrates Grand Opening of Permanent Flagship Location at Downtown Disney
On a sunny morning at the Disneyland Resort, Earl of Sandwich celebrated the grand opening of its permanent flagship location at Downtown Disney District. This marks the newest chapter for the restaurant, which has been a popular fixture in different Downtown Disney District locations for the last 14 years. The grand celebration was filled with…
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Ravensburger Opens Presale for D23 Show Bundle
Ravensburger is going to have a booth at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Disney Lorcana fans who are attending won’t want to miss their chance to purchase the D23 Show Bundle. The pre-sale for this bundle is now open for fans attending D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The bundle includes the D23 2026…
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Apple TV Releases Trailer for ‘Mayday’ with Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh
A new trailer has been released by Apple TV for its upcoming film, Mayday. The film stars Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh. This action comedy will take place during the Cold War and looks to hearken back to a genre that isn’t seen as often anymore. Take a look at the trailer below, followed by…
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Winnie the Pooh | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 15, 2011
On this day in 2011, ‘Winnie the Pooh’ was released in theaters. The film was based on three previously unadapted stories from A. A. Milne. The Hundred Acre Wood friends are out searching for honey (and Eeyore’s tail), but find a note that makes them think Christopher Robin has been abducted. They set out to…
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Earl of Sandwich to Offer Free Sandwiches to First Customers on Official Opening Day at Downtown Disney District
The Earl of Sandwich will be officially opening on July 15, 2026. When it does, the first 50 customers will be receiving free sandwiches. This comes weeks after the location soft opened in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. On Instagram, the following story was posted by Earl of Sandwich ahead of its…
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Disneyland Teases First New Villain for Oogie Boogie Bash
This year’s Oogie Boogie Bash promises to have new Disney villains and other fun offerings for those who attend. The Disneyland Resort has released a video that teases a new villain who will be appearing at this year’s Oogie Boogie Bash. Multiple nights for the official Halloween party of the Disneyland Resort in Disney California…
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Disney Announces Details for Third Quarter Earnings Call
The Walt Disney Company has announced the details for its third-quarter earnings call. This call will be offered via a webcast and will discuss the fiscal third quarter 2026 for the company. It will begin on August 5, 2026, at 8:30 AM ET. It will give a glimpse into how the company is performing as…
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‘BEHEMOTH!’ Teaser Trailer Released by Searchlight Pictures
The first teaser trailer has been released for the upcoming Searchlight Pictures film, BEHEMOTH! The film stars Pedro Pascal and is directed by Tony Gilroy. The film follows the story of a professional musician from Los Angeles and his family. Joining Pascal in the cast are Olivia Wilde, Eva Victor, Alexa Swinton, Kaya Ralls, Erik…
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‘LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian’ Coming to Disney+
This is the way. Make a Star Wars story, then make a LEGO version inspired by it. The newest Star Wars story to get this treatment comes from The Mandalorian. After The Mandalorian and Grogu arrived in theaters earlier this year, another version is heading to Disney+. Today, it was announced that LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian…
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Alice in Wonderland Merchandise Arrives on Disney Store in Celebration of 75th Anniversary
It’s hard to believe it, but Alice in Wonderland first came out 75 years ago in theaters! As the film celebrates its 75th anniversary, the Disney Store has unveiled new merchandise on DisneyStore.com. The merchandise, which celebrates this Disney classic, includes exclusive apparel, plush from Disney Store Japan, a limited edition doll, and more. Here is…
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Disney and Jon Youshaei to Host World’s Top Creators for ‘Created in LA’ Event
Disney and Jon Youshaei are coming together to host a first-of-its-kind event in Los Angeles. This event will be a two-day celebration of storytelling and innovation. It will bring storytellers together with collaborators, business partners, and sponsors. The hope is that by connecting these creators, the foundation of the future of content creation will begin…
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‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Digital Download and Disc Release Dates Revealed
The Mandalorian and Grogu has been playing in theaters. Soon, fans will be able to watch it from the comfort of their own homes. Disney announced both the digital download and disc release dates for this newest Star Wars film (Daps Magic’s review is here). Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu will arrive on digital…
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A Great Big Beautiful D23 – GEEKS CORNER #824
Welcome back to Geeks Corner! With D23—The Ultimate Disney Fan Event—just a month away, Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear dive deep into the massive programming announcement to discuss the panels, concerts, and showcases they are most excited for this August. Here is what you can look forward to in this week’s episode: Episode Highlights The…
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The Legend of Mythica | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 14, 2006
On this day in 2006, The Legend of Mythica show debuted in the Mediterranean Harbor at Tokyo DisneySea for the park’s 5th Anniversary Celebration. The elaborate daytime spectacular chronicled how spiritual companions, portrayed by Mickey and Friends, are humanity’s connection to the mythical world in order to bring love and harmony back to us. The…
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The Muppets Studio Signature Collection Coming to Mickey’s of Glendale at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
In one month, Disney fans will converge on Anaheim, California, for the 2026 D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Leading up to this event, the panel schedule has been announced, teasers have been made about a new panel with The Muppets, and Neil Patrick Harris is stepping in to host Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. Along…
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Muppet Music Coming to D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event
With just a month until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, details are beginning to be released about what specifically will be offered. This includes the full programming calendar. It was also announced that Neil Patrick Harris will be hosting Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase. This showcase will be inspired by the Carousel of Progress. There…
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Neil Patrick Harris to Host Carousel of Progress-Inspired Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase
Today, D23 revealed the panel lineup for D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event this August. The lineup includes a lot of things for Disney fans to get excited about. For fans of the parks, this year’s Disney Experiences Showcase immediately jumped out. This wasn’t just because it is the showcase that will look at what…
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D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event All-Day Programming Lineup Revealed
With less than a month to go until D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, details are starting to come out about what specifically will be offered. Today, D23 revealed the all-day programming lineup for this year’s D23 event. This gives a look at the different offerings that will be available on August 14, 15, and…
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New Menu Revealed as Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby Opens at Downtown Disney District
An exact official opening date for Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby has not been revealed yet. However, reservations are now available for the newest restaurant in the Downtown Disney District. As of this morning, reservations became available for the restaurant starting at 4:30 PM daily. The reservations begin today, Monday, July 13, 2026. Along with…
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‘Jurassic Park’ Star Sam Neill Passes Away at 78
Sam Neill has passed away at the age of 78. The death of the Jurassic Park star was announced by his family in an Instagram post. It said: It is with immense sadness that the whānau of Sam Neill share the news of his passing on Monday 13th July, in Sydney Australia. Sam was surrounded by…
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Disneyland Resort Opens Gates to Evening Ticket Holders for First Time
On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the Disneyland Resort allowed guests to enter with evening tickets for the first time. The tickets sold out fairly quickly and allow guests to enter either Disneyland or Disney California Adventure five hours before closing. This meant that on Sunday night, that evening ticket holders could enter Disney California Adventure…