Author: Mr. Daps
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Sleeping Beauty Castle Reopens at Disneyland Paris
The Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Paris has been getting some tender loving care over the last 12 months. This renovation took place ahead of Disneyland Paris’ 30th-anniversary celebration that begins on March 6, 2022. This is the first major refurbishment of this scale that the castle has received since the park opened in 1992.…
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The Walt Disney Company Extends Chief Financial Officer Christine M. Mccarthy’s Contract Through June 30, 2024
BURBANK, Calif., December 21, 2021—The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) has extended Christine M. McCarthy’s contract as Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer through June 30, 2024, it was announced today by Bob Chapek, Chief Executive Officer. Ms. McCarthy is a 22-year veteran of the Company and has served as CFO since 2015.…
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A Very Merry GEEKMAS – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1211 (#585)
Welcome to the GEEKMAS (Christmas) episode of GEEKS CORNER! Every year for this episode, the GEEKS do things a little bit differently to have some fun with the season. This year is no different. There are musical numbers, fruitcake, games, discussion, puppets, random instruments, and of course GEEKMAS presents! This week the geeks also again…
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Bob Iger Shares More About the Reasoning Behind His Departure from Disney
As Bob Iger wraps up his run at The Walt Disney Company he is sharing more of his reasoning behind his retirement. In an interview with CNBC, he shared about one of the indicators that told him it was time to move on. Iger shared that it had to do with dismissing other people’s ideas.…
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‘Flowers and Trees,’ ‘Star Wars: Return of the Jedi’ and ‘WALL•E’ Added to National Film Registry
This year, three acclaimed and beloved films from The Walt Disney Company’s rich history—Flowers and Trees (1932), Star Wars: Return of the Jedi (1983) and WALL•E (2008)—are among the annual selection of 25 influential motion pictures to be inducted into the National Film Registry of the Library of Congress. Each of the films was selected for its cultural, historic or…
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Ahead of Final Hawkeye Episode, New Featurette and Poster Revealed
The final episode of Marvel Studios’ Hawkeye airs this Wednesday on Disney+. Ahead of its released, both a poster and featurette for the show have been released. Both of these feature the return of Yelena (introduced as Natasha Romanoff’s sister in Black Widow). In the featurette Yelena’s Back, Florence Pugh and Hailee Steinfeld join directors…
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New Featurette Shared as Disney’s Encanto Set to Arrive on Disney+ on Friday!
Disney+ kicks off holiday festivities this Friday, December 24, when Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto” launches on the streamer. In a new featurette, Lin-Manuel Miranda—who wrote eight original songs for the film—teams up with the voice of Mirabel, Stephanie Beatriz, to share insights about several of the film’s songs, including “Dos Oruguitas”—a Critics’ Choice Awards…
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Spider-Man: No Way Home Has Super Opening Weekend at $253 Million
Spider-Man: No Way Home had a super opening weekend as it brought in $253 million at the box office. This made it easily the largest opening weekend since the pandemic struck in 2020. Globally, the film brought in $587.2 million. This made it the third largest global opening weekend ever behind Avengers: Endgame and Avengers:…
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Disney and Google Reach Deal and Disney Channels Return to YouTube TV
Disney Channels are again returning to YouTube TV after being dropped Friday night at midnight. After not being able to reach a deal before the deadline, Google and Disney reached a deal to resume service on YouTube TV. The resolution will lead to Disney Channels being offered again on the streaming service. This will include…
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Kevin Feige Confirms Disney and Sony Actively Working on Where Spider-Man Story Goes Next
Spider-Man: No Way Home has just been in theaters for a few days and already Disney and Sony are working on where Peter Parker’s story will be going next. In an interview with the New York Times, Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige confirmed that work has already begun on what is next for Spider-Man. “Amy and…
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It’s Time to Celebrate – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week the top five Disney and geek headlines of the week are reviewed.This week, there was a lot going on to choose from. First off, Spider-Man: No Way Home has arrived in theaters. The movie is having a successful box office opening weekend and the DAPS MAGIC review can…
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Disney Channels Dropped from YouTube TV Amid Dispute Between Google and Disney
Those who have YouTube TV will not be watching any Disney-owned channels as a Google and Disney has lapsed. The result is that YouTube TV subscribers can no longer watch ABC-owned TV stations, ESPN networks, Disney channels, Freeform, the FX networks and the National Geographic channels. The channels were dropped after the deal lapsed on…
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Select Tours Returning to Walt Disney World Resort
As Walt Disney World Resort continues on with its phased reopening after closing in 2020 due to the pandemic, more things continue to return. The newest announcement is that select tours will be returning to Walt Disney World Resort. These tours are part of the Enchanting Extras Collection. These select tours will be reopening on…
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Spider-Man: No Way Home – Mr. DAPs Review (No Spoilers)
Spider-Man is back and this time, he has no way home… according to the title. In Spider-Man: No Way Home, Tom Holland is back as Peter Parker and is facing a whole new set of challenges after the events of Spider-Man: Far From Home. After his identity is revealed, Parker turns to Doctor Strange to…
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Take a Look at What’s Coming to Disney+ in January 2022
2022 is almost here and with the new year, comes new titles for Disney’s streaming service. This week, Disney+ revealed all of the titles that will be arriving in January 2022. During the month, there will be more of The Book of Boba Fett, The World According to Jeff Goldblum, and the arrival of Marvel…
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Disney Cruise Line Brings Its Magic to Broward County as it Selects Port Everglades for Second Year-Round Homeport
BROWARD COUNTY, FL (Dec. 14, 2021) – The Broward County Commission was joined today by Disney Cruise Line President Thomas Mazloum and Captain Minnie Mouse to celebrate a new agreement naming Port Everglades as Disney’s second year-round homeport. The family-favorite cruise line is bringing its magic to Broward County’s cruise port under a 15-year partnership…
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Free Guy Coming to Disney+ on February 23, 2022
BURBANK, CA (December 16, 2021) – It’s not a good day, it’s a great day because Disney+ announced that 20th Century Studios’ “Free Guy” will be coming to the streaming service in 2022. The epic adventure-comedy starring Ryan Reynolds, Jodie Comer, Lil Rel Howery, Joe Keery, Utkarsh Ambudkar and Taika Waititi will be available for all Disney+…
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Post 21 Kiosk Arrives at Downtown Disney District
A new kiosk has opened at Downtown Disney that is the home to Post 21. This new location comes from a mother-daughter team in Los Angeles that has created an inspiring business model. They curate modern and design-forward merchandise from Black-owned businesses. Post 21 has a wide array of unique gifts for the holidays. This…
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Marvel Studios’ Eternals Available for Digital Download in January and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD in February
Marvel Studios announced this morning that Eternals will be available for digital download on January 12th. It will then become available on February 15 on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. The release will include new bonus features, deleted scenes, a gag reel, and also audio commentary. For a full rundown of all of the…
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Pelé Soccer Opens at Downtown Disney District
Pelé Soccer officially opens today at Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. The soccer-themed store is a must-stop destination for any soccer fan. In the store, shoppers will find a stadium theme that is full of soccer gear from the most well-known global sports brands. The store is named after Pelé who is a…
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The Walt Disney Company To Hold Annual Meeting Of Shareholders On March 9, 2022
BURBANK, Calif., December 14, 2021 – The annual meeting of shareholders of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. ET / 10:00 a.m. PT by virtual meeting and will be made available via webcast at www.disney.com/investors.
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Merry Little GEEKMAS – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1210 (#584)
Welcome to another GEEKMAS episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, we have a lot of really exciting things happening in the show with some very special guests. First off, we are really excited to welcome Zach Abrams from CHOC (Children’s Hospital of Orange County) to the show to talk about Deck the Halls! This special…
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New Episodes of The World According to Jeff Goldblum Arriving on Disney+ in January
The Final Batch of Season Two Unveils Even More Secrets Behind Motorcycles, Backyards, Puzzles, Birthdays and Tiny Things All-New Episodes Stream Wednesday, Jan. 19, Only on Disney+ BURBANK, Calif. (Dec. 14, 2021) – Today, Disney+ announced five new episodes of “The World According to Jeff Goldblum,” from National Geographic, will be available to stream on Wednesday, Jan.…
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Disney Announces Dates for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival
The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival will be returning to Walt Disney World Resort next spring and today Disney shared the dates for its run. Starting on March 2, guests will be able to experience this annual festival. It will run through July 4, 2022. During this time, guests will be able to enjoy…