Category: PRESS RELEASE
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Disney Original Movie “The Slumber Party” Heading to Disney Channel and Disney+
BURBANK, Calif. (June 23, 2023) Today, the premiere date, trailer and key art were revealed for Disney Branded Television’s “The Slumber Party,” a coming-of-age comedy based on the popular YA novel “The Sleepover” by Jen Malone. The Disney Original Movie is set to debut Thursday, July 27 (8:00-9:45 p.m. EDT), on Disney Channel and Friday, July 28, on…
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Fourth and Final Season of ‘High School Musical: The Musical: The Series’ to Debut on Disney+ in August
Previously Announced “High School Musical” Stars Corbin Bleu, Monique Coleman, Lucas Grabeel, Bart Johnson, Alyson Reed and Kaycee Stroh Join Season 4 of Disney Branded Television Series BURBANK, Calif. (June 21, 2023) — Today, Disney Branded Television and Disney+ released the teaser and key art for the Disney+ Original series “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,”…
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How Disney and Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ Utilizes New Technology to Bring Its Complex Characters to Life
Ember and Wade, the two main characters in Disney and Pixar’s Elemental, are visual effects in and of themselves—one Fire and one Water. From the outset, director Peter Sohn emphasized Ember is fire (not on fire) and Wade is water (not a vessel holding water), while also challenging the crew to strike a balance between reality and unique…
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Make a Splash with a Fun-tastic Summer at Shanghai Disney Resort!
Shanghai, June 13, 2023 – This summer, Shanghai Disney Resort has prepared a splash of fun and magic for guests! From June 21 until August 31, a whole host of cool seasonal offerings will help guests plan for chilled-out summer travels with their friends and family. Whether celebrating milestones such as graduations, anniversaries, and birthdays, or…
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Disneyland Paris Announces What is Coming Next to the Disney Village
Located at the heart of the resort between the Disney parks and the hotels, Disney Village is embarking on its biggest transformation yet, aimed at enhancing the whole experience of the dining, shopping and entertainment district. As the next step in this ambitious project, from early 2024 onwards and for a duration of two years,…
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Pictorial: Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian” Season 3 Emmy FYC
Carl Weathers Hosts Q&A with Members of the Crafts Team Behind the Award-Winning Series Today, Disney+ released photos from the Emmy® FYC event in Los Angeles for Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Mandalorian,” Season 3. The event included a screening of “Chapter 23: The Spies,” from the fan-favorite series, followed by a Q&A with production designer…
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Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary Priority Pass Will Become Available for Select Park Experiences
URAYASU, CHIBA—Tokyo Disney Resort® announced that in commemoration of “Tokyo Disney Resort 40th ‘Dream-Go-Round,’” the anniversary celebration which began on April 15, Tokyo Disney Resort 40th Anniversary Priority Pass will become available for select experiences at Tokyo Disneyland® Park and Tokyo DisneySea® Park. This service, available free of charge, will be introduced this summer for a limited period, allowing guests to enjoy certain attractions with a reduced wait…
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Reopening of Agrabah Café: A Journey Through the World of Noura and its Middle Eastern Cuisine at Disneyland Paris
After a few months of refurbishment, the Agrabah Café has reopened on June 3rd! The perfect opportunity to highlight the expertise of Noura, a specialist maker of Middle Eastern delicacies which supplies the restaurant every day. The restaurant itself is found in the enchanting maze of an ancient Arabian bazaar at the gates of Adventureland.…
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Disneyland Resort Announces Return of California Resident Ticket Offer, Available for a Limited Time This Summer
Disneyland Resort Announces Return of California Resident Ticket Offer, Available for a Limited Time This Summer Eligible California residents may visit Disneyland Resort this summer for as little as $83 per day with 3-Day, 1-Park per day theme park ticket ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 6, 2023) – Disneyland Resort is kicking off the summer season with…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Inaugurates City’s First-Ever Car Park Solar Canopy Project
HONG KONG, Jun 2, 2023 – Today, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) held a launch ceremony to announce the first car park solar canopy project in Hong Kong. To date, the largest solar energy generation system in Hong Kong is installed at HKDL, with a capacity of 3,050 kW comprised of over 7,500 monocrystalline solar panels…
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Fun Facts: Celebrate Soulfully at Disneyland Resort Black Music Month 2023
Celebrate Soulfully at Disneyland Resort During Black Music Month 2023 ANAHEIM, Calif. – Throughout June 2023, Disneyland Resort is celebrating Black Music Month with a breadth of live musical entertainment, specialty menu items and more that honor Black heritage and culture. These limited-time offerings create a symphony for the senses and expand on the Celebrate Soulfully…
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Disneyland Resort Welcomes Fall with Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia, Beginning Sept. 1, 2023; Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party Returns on 25 Select Nights
Disneyland Resort Welcomes Fall with Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia, Beginning Sept. 1, 2023; Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party Returns on 25 Select Nights ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 31, 2023) – As leaves begin to change color and the Halloween spirit creeps in, Disneyland Resort will revel in the arrival of…
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School’s Out! Kick Off Summer Fun at Walt Disney World Resort
Start summer at the Most Magical Place on Earth with celebrations, delicious dining and thrilling adventures LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (May 19, 2023) – Summer is just around the corner, and there is no better place to kick off the fun than at Walt Disney World Resort. Families can celebrate the end of the school…
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Creating an Underwater World for Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’
Audiences will once again become part of Ariel’s world when The Little Mermaid, a live-action reimagining of the studio’s Oscar®-winning animated musical classic, swims into theaters today. Directed and produced by visionary filmmaker Rob Marshall, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is an intimate story set against an epic backdrop—including a stunning, photorealistic world under the sea. Ambitious in scale…
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“Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire” Heading to Disney+ on July 5
Animated Anthology of Short Films Set to Enthrall Viewers this Summer BURBANK, Calif. (May 25, 2023) – As the world recognizes Africa Day today, Disney+ announced that “Kizazi Moto: Generation Fire” will premiere exclusively on Wednesday, July 5th on Disney+. In celebration, the key art for the 10-part collection of original animated short films was also released.…
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Disney to Host Royal Ball for Wish Families During World Princess Week
Walt Disney World to welcome wish kids from across the country at “Once Upon A Wish Party,” a special princess-themed ball just for wish families to be held during the company’s World Princess Week celebrations taking place August 20-26. Disney reveals first wish as part of the event to a Florida first grader during final…
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ESPN Wins a Company-Record 13 Sports Emmy® Awards
At the 44th Annual Sports Emmy® Awards ceremony Monday night, ESPN won in 13 categories—setting a company record as the National Academy of Television and Sciences honored the best in sports media. ESPN has now won 246 Sports Emmy Awards in 36 years of eligibility, surpassing its own record this year for most wins; ESPN’s previous…
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Searchlight Pictures’ Acclaimed “Chevalier” arrives to Digital Retailers on June 16
BURBANK, CA (May 22, 2023) –Searchlight Pictures’ universally acclaimed Chevalier will be available from all major digital retailers including Prime Video, Apple TV, Vudu and Movies Anywhere on June 16. A riveting exploration of the life and work of composer Joseph Bologne, this extraordinary film has been described as “a visually captivating take on a musical genius” (Robert…
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20th Century Studios Releases ‘The Creator’ Trailer
20th Century Studios, New Regency, and Entertainment One released a trailer for the epic sci-fi action thriller The Creator, opening in theaters on Friday, September 29. The film stars John David Washington, Gemma Chan, Ken Watanabe, Sturgill Simpson, newcomer Madeleine Yuna Voyles, and Academy Award® winner Allison Janney. Amid a future war between the human race and…
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“Avatar: The Way of Water” on 4K, 3D, and Blu-ray & “Avatar” on 4K Arriving in Homes on June 20
JAMES CAMERON’S GLOBAL PHENOMENONAVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER ARRIVES ONBLU-RAY™, BLU-RAY 3D™ AND 4K ULTRA HD ON JUNE 20 PLUS: EXPERIENCE THE ORIGINAL AVATAR REMASTEREDIN STUNNING 4K AT DIGITAL RETAIL AND ON BLU-RAY DISC JUNE 20 BURBANK, CA (May 22, 2023) – On June 20, Avatar fans have double cause for celebration as Avatar: The Way of Water makes…
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Disney’s Unrivaled Commitment to Creativity and Innovation Brought to Life at 2023 Upfront Presentation
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The Walt Disney Company on Tuesday highlighted its unrivaled position in the marketplace with announcements, clips, and trailers as part of its annual Upfront presentation at the North Javits Center in New York City. The presentation celebrated Disney’s distinctive, innovative approach to dynamic storytelling backed by technology. “Storytelling is what distinguishes Disney. We’ve been cultivating…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Posts Record-high Local Attendance and Annual Pass Membership as Resort Shows Across-the-board Improvement for FY22
May 15, 2023, HONG KONG – Today, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) reported its business results for the fiscal 2022 (FY22). Reaching historic highs for another consecutive year, both the resort’s local attendance and Magic Access (annual pass) membership rose by 22% year-on-year, despite continued negative impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on tourism…
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Avengers Assemble at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for “Marvel Season of Super Heroes”
HONG KONG, April 28, 2023 — From now to June 22, 2023, the Avengers will assemble at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort for the “Marvel Season of Super Heroes,” inviting Marvel fans to channel their inner Super Heroes and unleash playful new powers. Guests can explore Tomorrowland, where they can catch the largest lineup of Marvel Super…
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The Walt Disney Company Reports Second Quarter and Six Months Earnings for Fiscal 2023
BURBANK, Calif.–The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today reported earnings for its second quarter ended April 1, 2023. “We’re pleased with our accomplishments this quarter, including the improved financial performance of our streaming business, which reflect the strategic changes we’ve been making throughout the company to realign Disney for sustained growth and success,” said Robert…