Category: Disney
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Disney to Reimagine “Bambi” as Newest Live-Action Remake
The latest trend for Disney films has been remaking classic live-action movies! With everything from Cinderella all the way to Pinocchio, another magical story lays just around the corner! It has been announced today that Disney has hired writers to take on the script for a live-action Bambi that will bring this classic tale to a…
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Robert Zemeckis Signs On to Direct Live-Action Pinocchio Remake
Robert Zemeckis has signed with Disney to helm the upcoming live-action remake of the Pinocchio. He will also be a co-writer for the film. Pinocchio was originally released by Disney in 1940 and tells the story of a marionette who’s creator Geppetto wishes he would become a real boy. Joined by his “conscience” Jiminy Cricket,…
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Here’s What’s Coming Next to Disney+ From Jan. 27 – Feb. 29, 2020
Since launching in November 2019, Disney+ continues to add more quality original and pre-existing content to Disney’s new streaming service. In February, there will be more content added to Disney+. Here is a look at what will be added between January 27 and February 29, 2020: Tuesday, January 28 New Library Titles The Lion King…
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Frozen 2 Comes Home in February with Digital Download and Blu-Ray!
The number one animated film of all time will soon be available to watch from the comfort of your own home. On February 11, Frozen 2 will be available for digital download. This will be followed by its Blu-Ray release on February 25th. This home entertainment release of Frozen 2 will include the sing-along version…
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Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger’s 2019 Compensation Revealed in Securities Filing
Over the years, there has been a lot of talk about Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger’s compensation. In 2018, Iger was paid $65.6 million, with a one-time stock grant of $26.3 million. In a securities filing that went public this weekend, it was revealed that Bob Iger cut his compensation 28% to $47.5 million…
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Disney+ celebrates Togo with new plaque honoring hero sled dog at New York City’s Seward Park
This morning, NYC Parks celebrated the Parks Without Borders’ milestone $5.9 million reconstruction of Seward Park, which now features new pavements and curbs, benches and tables, a storytelling alcove, fitness equipment, lighting, plants and lower fences. Seward Park is home of a bronze statue of Togo, the hero sled dog who inspired the Disney+ original…
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Disney+ Shares First Look at Original Movie “Stargirl,” Premiering March
In honor of Grace VanderWaal’s 16th Birthday today, Disney+ has released the trailer, first look photos and key art for “Stargirl,” a tender and offbeat coming-of-age story starring the singer/songwriter in her film debut. “Stargirl” premieres on Disney+ on March 13. The film is directed by Julia Hart and also stars Graham Verchere, Karan Brar, Maximiliano Hernandez, Darby Stanchfield and Giancarlo Esposito. Stargirl…
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New Anna, Elsa, and Hans Announced for Disney’s Frozen: The Hit Broadway Musical!
Starting on February 18, 2020 there will be new actors portraying Anna, Elsa, and Hans on Disney’s Frozen: The Hit Broadway Musical on Broadway. The announcement arrives as Frozen nears its second anniversary. Today Disney Theatrical Productions announced that McKenzie Kurtz will be taking over the role of Anna. This will be her broadway debut.…
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The Walt Disney Company Earns 23 Academy Award Nominations In 15 Categories
Nominations for the 92nd Academy Awards were announced this morning. The Walt Disney Company, which includes Fox, Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, earned a combined 23 nominations in 15 categories. Fox Searchlight Pictures’ “Jojo Rabbit” received six nominations, including Best Picture and Best Actress in a Supporting Role for Scarlett Johansson. 20th Century Fox’s “Ford v Ferrari“ is…
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Frozen 2 Sing-Along Engagement Coming to Theaters on January 17!
The music for Frozen and Frozen 2 makes up a big part of the experience of seeing these Disney animated features. Soon, fans will be able to sing along as they watch Frozen 2 in theaters. For a limited time, the Frozen 2 Sing-Along Engagement will be presented in select theaters nationwide. Tickets for this…
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Disney Aspire Adds Purdue University Global and Southern New Hampshire University to its Network of Educational Providers
Available to 94,000+ eligible hourly employees and Cast Members, Disney Aspire, the Company’s 100% tuition-paid education initiative, will now include new programs in Cloud Computing, Digital Photography, Legal Studies and Higher Education Administration BURBANK, Calif., Jan. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Disney Aspire, The Walt Disney Company’s 100% tuition-paid education plan for more than 94,000 hourly employees and Cast…
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Disney Legend Bob Matheison Passes Away at Age 85
Word came over the weekend that Disney Legend Bob Matheison had passed away. He was 85. He was born on January 30, 1934 in Portland, Oregon. In 1955, Bob graduated from the University of Southern California. He received a bachelor’s degree in Telecommunications with an emphasis in radio. After college, he served two years with…
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Take a Look at The Movies Disney is Releasing in 2020
2019 was a very big year for movies from The Walt Disney Company. It included six (soon to be seven) billion dollar movies from multiple different franchises within the company. After the conclusion of this record-breaking year, it is time to look forward to what Disney has on the docket for 2020. The Call of…
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Disney Releases New Trailer and Images for Diary of a Future President on Disney+
Diary of a Future President will be debuting on Disney+ on Friday, January 17, 2020. This original series on Disney+ will give the backstory of a future president of the United States. It will feature the story of a 12-year old girl named Elena. This series is a family comedy. A trailer and some images…
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Frozen 2 Becomes Most Successful Animated Film of All Time at the Box Office
This weekend Frozen 2 became the most successful animated film of all time at the box office. After crossing the $1.32 billion mark this weekend, it passed the original Frozen to take the top spot. This is based off of the global box office numbers. The original Frozen peaked at $1.28 billion at the global…
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Some Movies Are Leaving Disney+ But They’ll Most Likely Be Back
Since Disney+ arrived on screens in November, it has been growing rapidly in subscriptions and also in content. One thing that wasn’t expected though was for some of the content to leave Disney’s new streaming service. Eagle eyed viewers have noticed that some movies have disappeared from Disney+.Home Alone and its sequel is no longer…
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Release Date For Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 7 Premiere Revealed
The return of Star Wars: The Clone Wars has been highly anticipated by Star Wars fans. While it has been known that it would be returning sometime in February 2020, an exact date hadn’t been released. This all changed when a video on Oh My Disney showcasing 30 things to look forward to in 2020…
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Blockbuster Movies and Original Programming Coming to Disney+ in 2020!
Disney+ is nearly two months old and it continues to expand its offerings. Today, Disney released a trailer looking at what will be coming to its streaming service in 2020. This includes some blockbuster movies, original new content, and some returning original Disney+ content. Take a look at the trailer below. What’s Coming to Disney+…
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Here’s What’s Coming Up Starting January 15 on Disney+
Disney+ continues to add more content as time goes by on Disney new streaming service. With both original programming and pre-existening content being added to the platform, Disney+ continues to grow on a weekly basis. Today Disney announced even more content that will be arriving in January on Disney+. Wednesday, January 15 New Library Titles…
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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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D23 Reveals a Fantastic Gold Member Gift for 2020!
D23 pulls together some incredible gifts for its D23 Gold and Gold Family Members. 2020 will have these members enjoying a fantastic new kit. Today D23 revealed that the D23 Gold and Gold Family members in 2020 will be receiving a D23 Fantastic Worlds Adventure Kit as a part of their membership. The D23 Fantastic…
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The Mandalorian Returns for Season Two in Fall 2020
The final episode of the first season of The Mandalorian is now available on Disney+. With the arrival of this episode also came news about when the show will be returning for its second season. Jon Favreau announced via twitter that the second season will be arriving in the fall of 2020. Season 2 of…
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Here’s What’s Arriving Next on Disney+!
While there is a lot of content already on Disney+ to be enjoyed, more content is on the way! This week Disney shared a look at what will be arriving in the near future on Disney’s new streaming platform. It also shared what holiday programming is already available. Take a look at all of this…