Author: Mr. Daps
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With Disney In Charge, Expect More Original Content From Hulu
Hulu CEO Randy Freer has indicated the direction Hulu’s programming will be taking since Disney has taken complete control over the streaming service. That direction will include more original content. During an interview with CNBC’s Squawk Box, Freer said, “When you look at the capacity inside of the Walt Disney Company to create content, the…
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Disney and Pixar’s All-New Feature Film “Soul” to Hit Theaters Summer 2020
Pixar Animation Studios revealed details today about “Soul,” its second original feature film slated for theaters in 2020. Following the March 6 opening of “Onward,” Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” hits theaters one year from today on June 19, 2020. Ever wonder where your passion, your dreams and your interests come from? What is it…
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Avengers: Endgame Returning to Theaters With New Footage
Avengers: Endgame is returning to theaters. With the movie coming within $50 million of reaching the all-time box office record currently held by Avatar, it appears Disney and Marvel are making one more push to take the crown. Currently, its take stands around $2.74 billion globally. Avatar holds the record at $2.78 billion. During a…
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New Enhancements Come to Minnie Van Service at Walt Disney World as Service Celebrates Milestone.
The Minnie Van service at Walt Disney World Resort is celebrating the milestone of having transported 1 million guests. With this milestone comes a whole new era of magic for the ridesharing service at Walt Disney World. Disney has announced that Lyft, which operates the service, is now the official rideshare of Walt Disney World…
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60 Years of Movement – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 938 (#456)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, the geeks cover the 60th anniversary of the Matterhorn, Monorail, and Submarines at Disneyland. They also discuss the arrival of Bo Peep on Pixar Pier. Merchandise is now being sold at the Main Street Cinema and this is also chatted about. Following which, a new segment…
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Ghostbusters Reunion Continues As Annie Potts Teases Franchise Return
Ghostbusters 3 will be if nothing if not a reunion of the original Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters II movies. With the recent news of Sigourney Weaver joining Dan Akroyd and Bill Murray in this new movie, it already began to feel like a throwback to the original films. Now, Annie Potts is teasing that she is…
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Disney Channel and Disney Junior Stars to Meet Fans Every Day at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019 in Anaheim, August 23-25
Kermit the Frog Joins Q&A Session with Creators and Voices Behind Disney Television Animation’s Hit Series Amphibia and Big City Greens Meet-and-Greets with Stars from DuckTales, Big Hero 6 The Series, ZOMBIES, Raven’s Home, Sydney to the Max, Coop & Cami Ask the World, BUNK’D, and Just Roll With It Plus Photo Opportunities with Popular…
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2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Begins Performances at the Disneyland Resort
The 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band is now performing at the Disneyland Resort. On Monday, June 17th, the band began entertaining guests with five sets throughout the late afternoon and evening. The college band’s day began with the Patriotic Flag Retreat at 4:30. This was followed be a pre-parade set that began in Town…
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Walt Disney World Resort Passholders Can Enjoy Special Offerings This Summer
New ticket deals, limited-time dining discounts, special event offers and more LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 17, 2019) – Walt Disney World Resort Passholders enjoy a full year of magic, and this summer they can take advantage of several new perks and benefits with special, limited-time offerings. From special ticket deals to exclusive merchandise opportunities and…
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Photos: TOY STORY 4 Celebrates European Premiere
Tom Hanks (voice of Woody), director Josh Cooley and producers Mark Nielsen and Jonas Rivera joined celebrity guests at the European premiere of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4 at Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square in London. After the premiere, Hanks headed to Stamford Bridge to take part in a special event for Soccer Aid…
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Alaska Airlines Gets Animated with Themed Aircraft Featuring Artwork from Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4”
SEATTLE— Ahead of the highly anticipated release of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” on June 21, Alaska Airlines unveiled a special-edition aircraft today. The “Toy Story 4”-themed aircraft, Alaska’s second livery to feature Pixar’s characters, is decked out with toys from the “Toy Story 4” world. The aircraft was revealed to a crowd of…
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Sunday Spotlight: Shanghai Disney Resort
On June 16, 2016, Shanghai Disney Resort opened its gates to the world. It is located outside of Shanghai, China in a town called Pudong. It is the second Disney theme park in China, after the original one in Hong Kong. Although Disney began thinking about a second China Disney theme park in the very…
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Anniversaries and Animation – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to this week’s edition of the DISNEY Reporter. Each week we strive to share the top headlines of the Disney and geek communities. This week there was a lot coming out of the Disneyland Resort and also the world of animation. At the Disneyland Resort, three attractions celebrated their 60th anniversary this week. They…
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Merchandise Moves Into Main Street Cinema at Disneyland
The Main Street Cinema is the home of multiple Mickey Mouse shorts. For years it has been a place where guests can go to get some fun classic entertainment and also some strong air conditioning. This morning there was more than just good air conditioning and Mickey shorts. Merchandise arrived at the Main Street Cinema…
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A Tale of Three Attractions: Disneyland Celebrates the 60th Anniversary of Monorail, Submarines, and Matterhorn
Today marks the 60th anniversary of three attractions at the Disneyland Resort. On June 14, 1959, Disneyland saw a sizeable expansion with the addition of these new attractions. The Monorail, Submarines, and Matterhorn all debuted on the same day. To celebrate this milestone for these three attractions, the Disneyland Resort invited some members of the…
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2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Announces Daily Showtimes
The 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band begins performances on June 17. Up until now, the daily schedule hasn’t been known. This changed today when the band announced the following showtimes for those wishing to experience them this summer. 2019 Disneyland Resort All-American College Band Showtimes 4:30 PM – Disneyland Patriotic Flag Retreat 5:15 PM…
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New Orleans and Princess Tiana Take Center Stage in Enhancements Coming to the Disney Wonder
Updates include revamped teen and adult spaces CELEBRATION, Fla. (June 13, 2019) – The world of “The Princess and the Frog” will come to life in new ways on the Disney Wonder with the addition of an exciting New Orleans-themed lounge that will transport guests deeper into the heart of the city’s iconic French Quarter.…
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D23 Unveils Advance Look at Limited-Edition Merchandise for D23 Expo 2019
During the “ultimate Disney fan event,” attendees will be able to purchase all-new collectibles, apparel, and more from shopDisney.com | Disney store, The Dream Store, and Mickey’s of Glendale GLENDALE, Calif., June 13, 2019 – Disney today revealed a sneak peek at some of the new collections and limited-edition sets attendees can get their hands…
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PICTORIAL: Toy Story 4 Stars Walk Red Carpet at El Capitan Theatre for World Premiere
Stars, filmmakers, and celebrity guests turned out in Hollywood last night for the world premiere of Toy Story 4. Held at the El Capitan Theatre, the area celebrated this iconic franchise and its newest film. Attending the event were the stars from Toy Story 4, including Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Annie Potts, Tony Hale, Keegan-Michael…
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Toy Story Drop! Pop-Up Experience Comes to Disney Springs This Summer!
Toy Story fans will want to visit Disney Springs this summer for a new experience. The newly-opened Toy Story Drop! pop-up experience is something that can’t be missed at the Walt Disney World Resort. Toy Story Drop! is a new mobile game that guests can experience in Disney Springs. Toy Story Drop! is a mobile game that…
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Til the Spire! – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 937 (#455)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, the geeks cover a lot of ground. Some of it is about the new Frozen 2 trailer. The Geeks also talk about the new Tale of The Lion King show at Disney California Adventure. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has some fantastic storytelling opportunities that are discussed.…
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New Chip ‘n’ Dale Series Coming to Disney+
There is a new Chip ‘n’ Dale series coming to Disney+. Chip ‘n’ Dale originally were created in 1943 at Walt Disney Productions. They appeared in many cartoons, quite often foiling the efforts of Donald Duck. Now they will be getting a reboot through the collaboration of Disney’s London-based animation team along with Xilam Animation…
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Toy Story 4’s Forky Arrives on Pixar Pier at Disney California Adventure
Guests visiting the Disneyland Resort can now stop by Pixar Pier for a picture with Toy Story 4‘s new friend, Forky. The likeness of this character can be found near the entrance to Pixar Pier near the Lamplight Lounge. Forky is a new character that is coming to the Toy Story franchise. He is created…
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Disney Releases New Trailer and Images for Frozen 2
A new trailer and images were released this morning for Frozen 2. The trailer gives some clues into what will be happening in this sequel to Frozen. Elsa will be searching for why she has her magical powers. Although they were originally feared, they are now what is needed to save them all. Watch the trailer below and…