Author: Murray the Bellhop
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Why Morbius is a Sequel to Spider-Man: Far From Home
A trailer for the upcoming Morbius movie by Sony Pictures has been released. Where this is a Marvel character it was thought to be a very stand-alone film from the rest of the Marvel movies, but it does not look so. Who is Morbius? First of all, you are probably wondering who Morbius is. He…
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Peanuts Celebration Returns to Knott’s Berry Farm with Even More to Enjoy!
The Peanuts Celebration is one of the annual seasonal festivals at Knott’s Berry Farm. This year has some returning favorites like the sketch school and Jelly of the Month Club concerts. In addition are some dancing times and a new Peanuts stage show on the Calico Mine Stage. There are always great food treats to…
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New Star Wars Collection From Her Universe Available at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Ashley Eckstein’s Her Universe and Our Universe has a fan-favorite wardrobe that has been available for a few years. A new 90s inspired Star Wars collection is available at Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Soon it will be available on ShopDisney.com. Below are the photos of the collection and the press release: Choose Your Destiny…
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Opening Soon: Knott’s Berry Farm Build-A-Bear Workshop
Knott’s Berry Farm is on a roll in their 100th year! By the end of the month, a special Build-A-Bear Workshop location will be in the Knott’s Marketplace. From the description it sounds like it will be in a building that is adjacent to the Seasonal Passholder processing center. It is a great place and…
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Disney Acquires Lucasfilm and Fox – #1 of Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
We are at the big one of the decade for Disney. And, sure, I’m cheating a little because these took place at two different times. However, it’s generally that Disney has acquired some heavy hitters in media that have paid off for them already. Lucasfilm In 2012, Disney and George Lucas reached a deal for…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019 – #1: Disney Plus and Baby Yoda
We are down to the top story of the year! I would imagine many were guessing Disney+ would be the biggest event in 2019 for Disney. It was heavily hinted at before the year began and exploded out of the gate. Yet, it didn’t really gain momentum until it got closer to the launch. Some…
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Knott’s Berry Farm to Commemorate Their 100th Anniversary in the 2020 Rose Parade®
Knott’s Berry Farm is going to be part of the annual Rose Parade to begin their 100th anniversary. The Rose Parade is a grand tradition for New Year’s Day, and Knott’s Berry Farm has been a long California staple. Together it is a great commemoration on Southern California’s first entertainment park. Below is the…
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Marvel Studios Box Office – #2 of Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
In the countdown of the top stories of Disney in this decade, it gets harder to funnel down to what was the biggest. So, I’ll admit there is some condensing in these last two stories in order to contain the impact of them. This second place to the biggest story is one that has really…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019 – #2: Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge (and Review of Rise of the Resistance)
As we continue to reflect and countdown to the top story of the year, Galaxy’s Edge at both Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios is a bit of a no-brainer. It had been anticipated for a few years and was teased throughout the year before its May opening. This is a highly immersive environment that has…
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Disney California Adventure is Rededicated and Redone – #3 of Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
It is not just the end of the year but at the end of a decade. This decade has had some monumental Disney events (as reflected in posts from the previous two days) but we are getting closer to the biggest of the decade. It’s getting harder to deduce, and this was one that was…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019 – #3: Avengers Endgame
As we continue the countdown of top Disney stories of the year, this one movie is something that swept the country and lasted quite a while. Avengers: Endgame was one of the most anticipated films in history. People clamored for any preview and any indication as to what this film would bring and do to…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019: #4 – Epcot Updates
With the D23 Expo having been known to be in 2019 many speculated what would be announced at the parks panel. Would it be a new Tomorrowland? Would it be something Marvel? Would it be Epcot? There had been two announcements that many figured would have more detail with the panel: Ratatouille and the Guardians…
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Pandora the World of Avatar – #4 of Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
In counting down the top stories for Disney, the parks tend to steal the show many times. Walt Disney World has certainly done that with Pandora: The World of Avatar. Opening What? All the way back in 2011 it was announced that James Cameron and Walt Disney World would team to bring the world of…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2019: #5 – Walt Disney World’s Skyliner Soars
As we countdown the year’s biggest Disney stories, one of the most anticipated of the year was the opening of the Skyliner at Walt Disney World. It might not seem so, but these sky buckets were talked about throughout the year as the route took shape throughout the property. Pylons and towers started marking out…
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#5: Shanghai Disneyland – Top 5 Disney Stories of the Decade
Not only is it the end of another year, but at the end of another decade! In a grand look at what has transpired for Disney in the last ten years (and there was a lot) we begin a countdown of the top stories of the decade with the opening of a certain international park.…
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Where Can Star Wars Go After Rise of Skywalker? Here are Two Ideas
Before reading this post you need to have seen Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. If you haven’t then go get in your car or take a rideshare or bus or horse and go see it in the movie theater. Now. I’ll wait. But, for those of you who have seen it, read on. You…
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Knott’s Merry Farm Birdcage Theater Shares the Meaning of Christmas
During the Christmas season, it’s easy to get wrapped up in presents, songs, and even family. It can be a hectic time and sometimes it’s not enjoyed as it should be. Knott’s Berry Farm knows this and for the Christmas season their Knott’s Merry Farm original production, “Marley’s Wings” tackles the hard issues of the…
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What to See to Have the Merriest Time at Knott’s Merry Farm This Year
The Christmas season is in full swing now that Knott’s Berry Farm has brought their Merry Farm to the 2019 season. I always look forward to this time of year at Knott’s, but it was even better this year by all they did. Merchandise and Crafts Village An aspect of the holiday season for Knott’s…
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Disney+ Wishes Mickey Mouse a Happy Birthday With an Exclusive Tribute
It’s Mickey Mouse’s and Minnie Mouse’s birthday today! Disneyland and Walt Disney World have gotten into the occasion with some special offerings, but they are not the only ones. Disney Plus has added a special home screen row with several cartoons featuring the iconic mouse. In addition, a special birthday tribute message has been made. …
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Overwhelmed with Disney+? Here are Some “Viewing Path” Suggestions to Get You Started
Disney+ Viewing Paths Disney+ is here! Huzzah!! But, if you were like me you were so excited that you viewed all there was to offer and instantly froze at the sheer magnitude of what could be watched. So, what can we do? How do we choose?? I would like to offer some “viewing paths” to…
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Lady and the Tramp – A Big First Movie for Disney Plus
Lady and the Tramp was one of the first Disney+ movies announced for the streaming service. I’d imagine it surprised many to have a live-action remake one of the very first original productions for the new service. It certainly surprised me. I’ll admit that I’m not the biggest fan of the live-action remakes, but, usually,…