Category: PRESS RELEASE
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Get an NFL Experience of a Lifetime with a Super Bowl Champion at Walt Disney World Resort
The NFL to award one fan with the MVP treatment at Walt Disney World Resort If you’ve ever wanted to shout the famous line, “I’m going to Disney World,” and get the superstar treatment that so many Super Bowl legends have gotten over the years as part of Disney’s iconic Super Bowl campaign, this is…
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Site Preparation Completed for Shanghai Disneyland’s Zootopia-themed Expansion, Main Construction Has Commenced
SHANGHAI (Dec. 9, 2019) – As an exciting reflection of growth, Shanghai Disney Resort today announced that the site preparation work has been completed and main construction has officially commenced on Shanghai Disneyland’s newest and eighth themed land, Zootopia, marking a key milestone in bringing the beloved Zootopia story to life for guests at the…
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Photo Gallery: Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Fan Event in Japan
Filmmakers J.J Abrams, Kathleen Kennedy and Michelle Rejwan, and actors Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac and Anthony Daniels were on hand to greet the excited fans at the STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER red carpet fan event held today in Tokyo. Lucasfilm and director J.J. Abrams join forces once again to take viewers on an epic journey to a…
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Honored with 7 Awards for Attraction, Merchandise and More
Opening Dec. 5, 2019 at Walt Disney World Resort and Jan. 17, 2020 at Disneyland Resort, Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance will put guests in the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance in one of the most ambitious and advanced attractions undertaken by Walt Disney Imagineering. Designed and built…
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Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney Experiences Named “Best for Families” in the Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards
ORLANDO, Fla. (Dec. 4, 2019) – Today, Cruise Critic announced the results of its annual Editors’ Picks Awards with Disney Cruise Line and Adventures by Disney named “Best for Families” in the ocean and river categories. This is the fourth consecutive year that Disney’s cruise line and river cruise experiences have been recognized by Cruise Critic’s…
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Disney Releases Full Into the Unknown Sequence From Frozen 2
Watch the full “Into the Unknown” sequence from Disney’s “Frozen 2.” The original song is performed in the film by Idina Menzel (voice of Elsa) featuring AURORA, and written by Academy Award® winners Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez. Disney’s “Frozen 2” is now playing in theatres around the world. Frozen 2 Description Why was Elsa born with…
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Actress Olivia Rodrigo Makes Songwriting Debut in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
BURBANK, Calif. (Nov. 27, 2019) – Actress Olivia Rodrigo makes her songwriting debut with “All I Want,” a song showcased in the episode of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” premiering FRIDAY, NOV. 29 on Disney+. In the episode “Blocking,” 16-year old Rodrigo performs the piano ballad as her character, Nini Salazar-Roberts. She recorded…
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D23 Announces New Magical Events Around the USA For 2020
D23 Destination D returns to Walt Disney World Resort with an all-new theme. Plus, more tours of The Walt Disney Studios than ever before, additional magical screenings, a visit to Walt’s hometown of Marceline, Mo., and more BURBANK, Calif. – November 26, 2019 – In 2020, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is bringing back…
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Expiration and Final Results of Registered Exchange Offer for Notes Issued in Connection With Prior Private Exchange Offer
BURBANK, Calif., November 25, 2019 – The Walt Disney Company (the “Company”) (NYSE: DIS) announced today the expiration and final results of its offer to exchange (the “Registered Exchange Offer”) any and all of the $14,098,439,000 aggregate principal amount of its outstanding senior unsecured notes (the “Private Placement Notes”) previously issued pursuant to an exemption…
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Step into a Festive “Frozen” Wonderland at Shanghai Disney Resort this Holiday Season
Shanghai, November 22nd, 2019 – To coincide with the release of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” across China, Shanghai Disney Resort has transformed into a festive “Frozen” wonderland filled with special seasonal surprises including a “Frozen” castle and the first “snow” in Shanghai, incredible food and beverage offerings, a wide selection of holiday merchandise, and…
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Dive into a Heartwarming Disney Christmas at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort
Join Mickey, Minnie, Anna and Elsa to wish your loved ones a “Happy Disney Wishmas” The holiday spirit has begun to spread around Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL), with this year’s “A Disney Christmas” celebrations launching through January 1, 2020. Guests can experience a heartwarming Disney-style Christmas, with many opportunities to get into the festive spirit throughout the holiday season. Frozen magic will be in…
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Adam Lamberg Set to Return as Gordo in Lizzie McGuire Disney+ Series
BURBANK, Calif. (Nov. 20, 2019) — Adam Lamberg is set to reprise his fan-favorite role, David “Gordo” Gordon, a recurring character in the upcoming Disney+ series “Lizzie McGuire.” Lamberg originated the role of Gordo, Lizzie’s best friend, whose intelligence, creativity and wry observations about middle school life made him a bit of an outcast – except to his inner circle of friends. Production on the series began earlier this…
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Frozen Comes To Life At Disneyland Paris in January 2020
Disneyland Paris gives guests the chance to experience big-screen adventure in real life with an unmissable celebration: Frozen Celebration starting on 11 January 2020. A New Celebration of the Adventures of Frozen When it came out in 2013, Frozen became an immediate global phenomenon and the most successful animation film of all time at the box office. The…
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FROZEN 2’s Kristen Bell & Idina Menzel Honored Today with Stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame
As Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Frozen 2” approaches its opening this Friday, Nov. 22, Kristen Bell and Idina Menzel—the actresses who help bring Anna and Elsa to life in the movie—were honored today with stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Their stars—the 2681st and 2682nd, in the category of motion pictures and live theatre/performance, respectively—are…
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Downtown Disney District Introduces New ‘Let it Glow’ Trees to Light up the Shopping, Dining and Entertainment Experience
ANAHEIM, Calif. – This holiday season, the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort is brimming with bold and brightly colored trees, tasty treats, holiday entertainment and unique shopping options for the entire family. Let it Glow: The Downtown Disney District will be all aglow for the season with an all-new visual experience, “Let it Glow,”…
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Ron Jon Surf Shop Celebrates New Location at Disney Springs
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Nov 15, 2019) – Ron Jon Surf Shop will celebrate the grand opening of its newest store November 15-17 with events, activities and giveaways. The 10,000-square-foot store, which marks Ron Jon Surf Shop’s 12th location in the U.S., is situated in the Town Center at Disney Springs, the shopping, dining and entertainment district…
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Walt Disney World Resort Brings the Adventure of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Air Travelers at Orlando International Airport
New out-of-this-world installations immerse airport guests in stunning visuals inspired by the new land inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 16, 2019) – The Force is strong today throughout Orlando International Airport with the debut of new décor that helps travelers feel as if they’ve stepped into Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, the new 14-acre…
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Disney Channel Launches Digital Open Casting Call for Kids and Teens
Disney Channel has launched a digital open casting call for kids and teens as part of the network’s ongoing initiative to discover and develop diverse young talent. The digital casting call, open today, will accept video submissions now through Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2019, at www.Disney.com/disneychannelcasting Judy Taylor, senior vice president, Casting and Talent Relations, Disney…
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9 Shimmering Reasons to Stay at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort This Holiday Season
ANAHEIM, Calif. – Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are one of the most enchanting times of the year to visit the theme parks and stay at one of three on-property hotels. Here are many of the merry and bright ways guests will immerse themselves in the magic of the season at the Hotels of the Disneyland…
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How ‘Ford v Ferrari’ Raced Around the World Without Leaving Southern California
Ford v Ferrari, in theaters today, takes audiences from the unforgiving track of the 24 Hours of Le Mans motorsports race in France’s Loire Valley; to Dearborn, Michigan’s legendary Ford factory, commonly known as “The Rouge”; to the Maranello, Italy, home of Enzo Ferrari’s famed automotive company. But as viewers are transported, not just to…
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Disney Unveils 2019 Black Friday Deals for shopDisney.com and Disney Stores
Starting today, Guests can save up to 40 percent off select Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel gifts both in-store and online GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 15, 2019 – Today, shopDisney.com | Disney store announced 2019 Black Friday deals. Guests will find hundreds of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel toys, home décor, apparel and gifts…
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Disney Cruise Line Takes Top Spots in U.S. News & World Report’s 2020 Best Cruise Line Rankings
ORLANDO, Fla. (Nov. 13, 2019) – For the seventh consecutive year, Disney Cruise Line has earned top spots in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Cruise Lines rankings, with first place awards in the Best Cruise Lines for Families and Best Cruise Lines in the Caribbean categories. These prestigious rankings celebrate excellence in the cruise…
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The Mandalorian Premiere Screening Event Hosted for Fans in Los Angeles
Last night in Los Angeles, stars Pedro Pascal, Gina Carano, Carl Weathers, Werner Herzog, Emily Swallow, Omid Abtahi, Ming-Na Wen and Julia Jones joined filmmakers Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and Kathleen Kennedy for a walk down the red carpet where they greeted excited fans at the premiere screening and fan event for Lucasfilm’s THE MANDALORIAN.…
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Disney+ Sees Extraordinary Consumer Demand with More Than 10 Million Sign-Ups
Disney+, the highly anticipated streaming service from The Walt Disney Company, has already reached a major milestone, achieving a remarkable 10 million sign-ups since launching. About Disney+ Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, together, for the first time. From The Walt…