Category: DAPs Magic News
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Disney+ Debuts Exclusive Featurette Ahead of the Arrival of The Book of Boba Fett
Today, Disney+ debuted an exciting, exclusive featurette to herald the return of Boba Fett, the mysterious titular character of their new original series from Lucasfilm, “The Book of Boba Fett.” Watch “Return of a “Legend” as filmmakers Dave Filoni, Jon Favreau and Robert Rodriguez, and stars Temuera Morrison and Ming-Na Wen, give an overview of the show…
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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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‘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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Encanto Arriving on Digital Download on December 24 Ahead of February 8th 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD Arrival
Disney’s newest animated musical Encanto will soon be available for digital download. The 60th animated feature from Walt Disney Animation Studios home release will include a sing-along version of the movie, Far From the Tree short, bonus features, and deleted scenes with the digital download on December 24 and becomes available on 4k Ultra HD,…
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An Entertaining Holiday Season – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week the top five stories of the week’s Disney and geek news are shared. During this busy time of year, there is no shortage of stories to share. First off, there is a lot of entertainment returning to the Disneyland Resort in 2022. This week it was announced that…
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CHOW TAI FOOK Presents the World-Exclusive Pure Gold Hong Kong Disneyland Castle of Magical Dreams
HONG KONG, December 10, 2021 – Guests at Hong Kong Disneyland can now catch a glimpse of the resort’s newest, most valuable collectible item thanks to the launch of a first-of-its-kind pure gold replica of the Castle of Magical Dreams, in collaboration with Parks alliance partner CHOW TAI FOOK. Valued at around HK$16 million, this beautiful…
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The Holidays Are Here – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to the DISNEY Reporter! Each week the top 5 Disney and geek headlines are shared for an overview of what is going on in both worlds. This week after being on hiatus for a couple of weeks, there were plenty of stories to choose from. First off, this last weekend Disneyland hosted its annual…
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Disney+’s “Chang Can Dunk” Wraps Production
BURBANK, CALIF. (December 2, 2021) — Production has wrapped on “Chang Can Dunk,” an original, live-action film from Disney slated for release in 2023, exclusively on Disney+. “Chang Can Dunk” follows Chang, a 16-year-old, Asian American high school student in the marching band, who bets the school basketball star that he can dunk by Homecoming. The…
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West Side Story IMAX Exclusive Fan Event Set for Monday, December 6
JOIN DIRECTOR/PRODUCER STEVEN SPIELBERG AND CAST MEMBERS ANSEL ELGORT, ARIANA DEBOSE, DAVID ALVAREZ AND MIKE FAIST FOR A Q&A, FOLLOWED BY A SCREENING On Monday, December 6 at 4PM PT/7PM ET, join Director/Producer Steven Spielberg and the cast of “West Side Story” for a special IMAX Live Fan Event. Free to the public, the live event will feature a…
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Joyous Traditions Return to EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays Presented by AdventHealth
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — The soul-stirring “Candlelight Processional” returns to the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth now through Dec. 30, 2021. It’s one of the many cherished cultural traditions from around the globe that make up this popular festival. Guests will also discover savory seasonal flavors, uplifting entertainment and storytelling guaranteed…
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Susan Arnold Named Chairman Of The Board Of The Walt Disney Company, Effective December 31
Arnold, independent Lead Director, will succeed Robert A. Iger as Chairman of the Board when he departs at year-end BURBANK, Calif., December 1, 2021—The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors announced that it has elected Susan E. Arnold as Chairman of the Board, effective December 31, 2021. Ms. Arnold, a 14-year member of…
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Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings – Mr. DAPs’ Home Entertainment Review
Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings is the story of Shang-Chi, portrayed by Simu Liu, a man who thought he had left his past behind. However, when his past comes to find him, he finds himself facing off against his father, who also happens to be the leader of the Ten…
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We Don’t Talk About Bruno, Original Song From Encanto, Released as Movie Arrives in Theaters
To celebrate the opening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ 60th feature film, “Encanto,” in U.S. theaters today, a new clip featuring the original song “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”—written by Tony®- and GRAMMY®-winning songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,” “Moana”)—is now available. The song, performed by voice cast members Carolina Gaitán (voice of Pepa), Mauro Castillo (voice of Félix), Adassa (voice of Dolores), Rhenzy…
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Drawn to Life Presented by Cirque du Soleil and Disney Opens at Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov. 19, 2021) – The highly anticipated new collaboration from Cirque du Soleil and Disney, Drawn to Life, premiered Thursday night at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort to a full house of enthusiastic fans who demonstrated their appreciation with a lengthy standing ovation. The show is a love letter to…
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Disney’s Encanto Soundtrack Now Available
BURBANK, CA – Nov. 19, 2021 –Available today from Walt Disney Records, the Encanto Original Motion Picture Soundtrack Encanto Original Motion Picture Soundtrack features eight original songs by Tony®- and Grammy®-winning songwriter/composer Lin-Manuel Miranda (“Hamilton,” “Moana”) with original score by award-winning composer Germaine Franco (“Dora and the Lost City of Gold,” “Little,” “Tag”). The soundtrack also features “Colombia, Mi…
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Stars and Filmmakers Hit Red Carpet for Hawkeye Launch
Stars Jeremy Renner, Hailee Steinfeld, Vera Farmiga, Tony Dalton, Alaqua Cox, Fra Fee, Brian d’Arcy James, Aleks Paunovic, Piotr Adamczyk, Clayton English, Carlos Navarro, Adetinpo Thomas, Robert Walker-Branchaud and Adelle Drahosand joined director/EP Rhys Thomas and directing duo Bert & Bertie tonight at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre to celebrate the upcoming launch of Marvel Studios’ “Hawkeye” on Disney+. Guests screened…
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Mickey and Minnie at 93, Walt Disney World at 50 – A Look at How Walt Disney World Has Celebrated Mickey and Minnie’s Birthdays
Mickey and Minnie Mouse are the two that started the adventure that has led to a huge resort in the middle of Florida. This year that resort, and of course I’m talking about Walt Disney World, is celebrating 50 years. It seems appropriate to discuss the ways in which the resort has celebrated the mice…