Category: Disney
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Alan Bergman Upped, Alan Horn Expands Role at The Walt Disney Studios
Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, and Alan Horn, Chairman of The Walt Disney Studios, have announced that Walt Disney Studios President Alan Bergman has been elevated to Co-Chairman of the Studio Entertainment division. He will serve alongside Horn, while Horn will assume the additional title of Chief…
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TOY STORY 4 Kicks Off Phenomenal Promotions Campaign, Inviting 14 Brands to an All-New Adventure
Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” Opens Nationwide June 21 BURBANK, Calif. (April 30, 2019) – The toys are back on the big screen with an all-new adventure in Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4,” inviting 14 brands to join the fun, including Alaska Airlines, Babybel® and The Laughing Cow®, Best Western®, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze®, Bounty®, Chrysler,…
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Will Smith And Disney Partner Up with Make-A-Wish to Launch #FRIENDLIKEME Challenge Ahead of Aladdin’s Arrival in Theaters
Will Smith may be playing the genie in Disney’s upcoming live-action version of Aladdin but in real life, he is also working to grant some wishes! Today for World Wish Day, it was announced that he and The Walt Disney Company have partnered up with Make-A-Wish for the #FRIENDLIKEME challenge. This challenge is to help…
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Disney Reportedly in Discussions with Comcast to Purchase Remaining 30% Hulu Stake
The Walt Disney Company and Comcast are reportedly in discussions over the purchase of Comcast’s remaining 30% stake in Hulu. This continues Disney’s aggressive foray into the digital streaming market. The news comes from CNBC. While discussions are happening, this does not necessarily mean a deal with happen. Comcast is weighing when and how the…
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The Art and Making of Dumbo: Foreword by Tim Burton – Book Review by Mr. DAPs
In Dumbo Disney magic returns as an elephant flies onto the big screen. This is thanks to the imagination of Tim Burton who brought this animated Disney classic in the live-action realm. While the movie itself is charming (read my review here), there is also a book about the making of it. The Art and…
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Natalie Portman Set to Narrate Upcoming DisneyNature’s “Dolphin Reef” to Debut on Disney+ Streaming Service
Happy Earth Day! Today, we’re celebrating nature in a big way! While DisneyNature’s Penguins hit theaters last week, we’re already gearing up for the next celebration of our planet! Today, DisneyNature announced that the newest film to hit the Disney+ Streaming Service in November will be narrated by Natalie Portman! The film, Dolphin Reef, will take us…
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Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger Receives Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award
On Wednesday, April 10, Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger received the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s Humanitarian Award, the global human rights organization’s highest honor, during its 2019 Tribute Dinner in Beverly Hills, California. The prestigious award was given to Iger in recognition of his longstanding support for the Simon Wiesenthal Center and its educational arm,…
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Get Ready to go on a Vacation with Old Friends in the New “Toy Story 4” TV Spot
Are you ready for an adventure? This summer, we’re going on vacation with some of our friends from the Toy Story saga! Today, we are excited to announce that we got an all-new TV spot and poster! Toy Story 4 focuses on our old friends that go on a road trip with Bonnie’s family. While on the…
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Disneynature’s Penguins – A Heartwarming Story of Adele Penguin and Family – A Review by Mr. DAPs
Since 1948’s Seal Island, Disney has been telling the stories of different animals in their natural habitat. Originally Disney told the stories of nature through the True-Life Adventures. Today, the stories found in nature continue on through the Disneynature films. This year on Earth Day, Disneynature released a story about Steve, an Adélie penguin. Disneynature’s Penguins…
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Disney Team of Heroes Debuts Innovative Experiences at Texas Children’s Hospital
Just over 12 months since Bob Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, announced a bold $100 million commitment to support children’s hospitals around the world, leaders from Disney and Texas Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas, debuted a suite of experiences, murals and interactive art aimed at providing comfort and inspiration for children…
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The Walt Disney Company Pledges $5 Million to Support Rebuilding of Notre-Dame Cathedral
BURBANK, Calif., April 17, 2019—The Walt Disney Company today announced it is committing $5 million to aid in the reconstruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris following the devastating fire that severely damaged the historic landmark this week. “Notre-Dame is a beacon of hope and beauty that has defined the heart of Paris and the soul…
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Hulu Purchases AT&T Stake For $1.4 Billion Leaving Only Two Owners for the Streaming Service
Los Angeles based Hulu has purchased AT&T’s stake in the streaming service. This means that Hulu now only has two owners. Disney is the majority partner with a controlling stake in the service with Comcast Corp being the minority partner. The purchase from AT&T cost Hulu $1.4 billion. The entire service is said to be…
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Notre Dame Cathedral, Setting for Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame, Suffers From Devastating Fire
For over 800 years the bells of the Notre Dame cathedral have rung out for historical events. Many of these happy and many have been tragic. Today bells around the world are instead ringing out as Notre Dame’s bells stand silent. For now, though, the fact that they are still in the towers of Notre…
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Disney Hosts Special Screening of Disneynature’s Penguins in New York City
“Penguins” directors Alastair Fothergill and Jeff Wilson, producer Roy Conli and narrator Ed Helms joined special guests, including environmental icon and Disneynature Ambassador Dr. Jane Goodall, at a special screening today hosted by Disneynature and the Cinema Society. The event, which took place at the IMAX® Theater at AMC Lincoln Square, celebrated Disneynature’s new feature film with…
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The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger Confirms Retirement in 2021 After 16 Years
Bob Iger appears to have confirmed that he will be retiring for sure in 2021. The news came out of an investors presentation for Disney+ this last week. After presenting the launch date, pricing, and programming details, Iger made the confirmation. During a question and answer portion of the presentation, Iger was asked about his…
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The Walt Disney Company Details All-New Disney+ Streaming Service at 2019 Investor Day
Today The Walt Disney Company shared details about its upcoming streaming service, Disney+ to investors. It will be launching in the United States on November 12, 2019. The price point for this will be $6.99 monthly or $69.99 for a yearly subscription. Disney+ will offer content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic…
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Disney+ Streaming Service Gets November 12 Launch Date and Pricing
Are you ready for the excitement of all your favorite Disney movies to come to your home! The previously announced Disney+ streaming service will do just that for you! With everything from all the Star Wars films to exciting new nonfiction projects for the platform, this service will be sure to keep everyone in your family…
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All-New Nonfiction Projects Announced for Disney+ Streaming Service Launching Later this Year
With Disney+ Streaming Service launching later this year, we are starting to learn lots of exciting news! Today, it was announced that there would be new nonfiction projects coming to the platform. We’re excited to dive into the details and see everything that will be launching in the upcoming years! Marvel 616 Marvel 616 (working…
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New Trailer for The Lion King Introduces Timon, Pumbaa, Scar, and Others!
Disney has released a new trailer for its upcoming release of The Liong King. The movie arrives in theaters exactly 100 days from today. The movie arrives in theaters on July 19th. Check out the trailer below and then read my thoughts and share yours! The Lion King Official Trailer So What Do You Think?…
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Return to Pixar’s Monstropolis with “Monsters at Work” on Disney+ Streaming Service in 2020
We scare because we care! Today, Disney+ announced the cast for the newly announced series Monsters at Work! We get to take a trip back to Monstropolis to see some of our favorite monsters and we couldn’t be any more excited! This series picks up just six months after Disney•Pixar’s Academy Award®-winning film Monsters, Inc. The monsters have moved…
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“Zootopia” Director Rich Moore Leaves Disney after 10 Years to Join Sony Pictures Animation Team
After 10 years, Rich Moore has stepped away from The Walt Disney Company. After directing hits such as Wreck-it-Ralph and Zootopia, Moore is moving to Sony Pictures Animation to develop, produce, and helm original productions. Sony Pictures Animation, which recently put out Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse, has proven that they are willing to back unique creative…
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Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and Disney Cruise Line to Offer Early Look at Disney’s Aladdin
Disney’s live-action re-imagining of Aladdin will be arriving in theaters on May 24th. However, fans of the film or people who are just curious won’t have to wait that long to get a more in-depth look at the movie. Starting on April 19th, Disneyland, Walt Disney World, and the Disney Cruise Line will be offering…
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PERFECT 10s: Disneynature Marks 10 Years with New Video; “Penguins” Opens in 10 Days
DISNEYNATURE CELEBRATES 10 YEARS “Penguins” Opens Nationwide April 17 For 10 years, Disneynature has transported moviegoers around the world and under the sea, showcasing an array of animals that have touched the hearts of millions. A mama bear treks through snowy Alaskan terrain on a mission to feed her new spring cubs. A tiny orphaned…
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The Princess Bride Coming to Musical Stages Through the Magic of Disney Theatricals
Is this a kissing musical? Someday you may not mind so much! Disney Theatricals has announced their dedication to moving forward with making the musical version of The Princess Bride come to life. Not only did Disney announce the project would be happening but they also announced the team behind it. David Yazbek, who recently won…