Category: Disney
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Stars and Schedule for 2023 Holiday TV Specials Announced by Disney Parks and ABC
During the holidays every year there are programs that come through the collaboration of Disney Parks and ABC that bring the magic of the holidays at Disney to living rooms and homes. This year is no different. Today, Disney Parks and ABC announced the specifics about the 2023 Holiday TV Specials that include when they…
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Official Trailer Released by Disney+ For ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’
The Highly-Anticipated Series from Disney Branded Television and 20th Television Premieres December 20 BURBANK, Calif. (November 16, 2023) Today, Disney+ released the official trailer for the upcoming Original series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” In the week leading up to today’s debut, fans were teased with easter eggs across the official social handles (@PercySeries) driving excitement…
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Here is What’s Coming to Disney+ in December 2023
Disney+ continues each month its trend of adding new titles to its library. Since launching in November 2019, Disney’s streaming service has continued to grow and evolve. There will be quite a few new additions coming to Disney+ in December 2023. This will also be the month that a beta version of the app will…
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Marvel Studios’ Animated Anthology Series “What If…?” Begins Streaming On Disney+ December 22
Fans Invited to Unwrap a New Episode Each Night for Nine Nights New Trailer and Poster Now Available The Watcher returns to season two of Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” when the animated series begins streaming on Disney+ on Dec. 22. And in the spirit of the holiday season, fans are invited to unwrap a new…
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Disney Releases New Trailer for ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever’
Disney has released a new trailer for Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever. The trailer comes before the arrival of the film on December 8, 2023 exclusively on Disney+. This is the latest movie to be released based on Jeff Kinney’s wildly successful book series. This is an original adventure that will be heartwarming…
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Disney+ Kicks Off Holiday Season With Special Screening of “Dashing Through the Snow” in Atlanta
Lil Rel Howery, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Madison Skye Validum, Director/Executive Producer Tim Story, and Producers John Jacobs and Will Packer Attend Yuletide Celebration of Original Family Holiday Comedy “Dashing Through the Snow” Debuts November 17, 2023, on Disney+ “Dashing Through the Snow” stars Lil Rel Howery, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, and Madison Skye Validum, director/executive producer Tim Story,…
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Disney Supports Next Generation of Military Veteran Leaders with $1 Million Donation to Student Veterans of America
The Walt Disney Company today announced a $1 million donation to Student Veterans of America (SVA) as part of its commitment to helping veterans find meaningful careers following their military service. With this donation, Disney becomes the founding sponsor of the upcoming SVA Career Center, which will empower veterans with the tools and guidance they need to…
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shopDisney Starts Black Friday Savings Early
Black Friday traditionally happens the day after Thanksgiving. This year, however, shopDisney is starting to offer its Black Friday deals early! In fact, they are already being offered. These discounts offer a variety of savings of up to 40% out on a variety of merchandise found on the website throughout the month of November. Below…
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Disney Looks at Possibility of Licensing Content to Netflix
Disney is looking at licensing content to Netflix, Disney CEO Bob Iger has shared. In a recent earnings call, Iger shared that Disney is exploring a relationship with Netflix that could see different Disney titles on the competitor’s streaming service. However, not all titles from the House of Mouse would be ending up on Netflix.…
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Disney and TikTok Partnership Results in Millions of New Followers and Billions of #Disney100 Views
On Monday, October 16, Disney and TikTok launched a brand-new partnership with the unveiling of the Disney100 hub—a first-of-its-kind experience featuring exclusive content, a series of interactive Disney-themed challenges and games, and exclusive music and sounds. Additionally, Disney joined TikTok’s Pulse Premiere advertising offering. In just few weeks, there has been incredible engagement across Disney brands like ESPN, and on…
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‘Veterans Have a Home at The Walt Disney Company’: Disney Salutes Veterans and Military Families
As Veterans Day approaches this weekend, The Walt Disney Company is celebrating and saluting those who have served and military families. That includes many of which who have come to call Disney home after serving their country. On Friday, the company highlighted some of these veterans turned cast members with a special look into the honor, values,…
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‘Inside Out 2’ Garners Biggest Animated Trailer Launch in Disney History
On Thursday, Disney and Pixar debuted the first look at the highly anticipated Inside Out 2, and excitement over the new film was felt everywhere. The first look at the sequel to the 2015 blockbuster was the biggest animated trailer launch in Disney history. The trailer—which brings viewers back into the mind of the now teenage Riley as her emotions try to…
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Special Episode of “Bluey” Coming In 2024
A special extended “Bluey” episode will premiere globally in 2024 on Disney+ and the Australian Broadcasting Company. Entitled “The Sign,” this episode is an extra-long episode with a run time of 28 minutes. The episode is penned by “Bluey” creator and writer Joe Brumm, directed by Richard Jeffery, and produced by Ludo Studio. Dave McCormack…
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New Featurette for Disney’s ‘Wish’ Looks at Booth to Screen For a Very Special Character
A new featurette for Disney’s Wish takes a look at the process of bringing a new Disney star to life in the film from the booth to the screen. This featurette shows how actor Alan Tudyk brought the character of Valentino to life in the film. This comes ahead of the film’s arrival in theaters…
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Combined Disney+ and Hulu App to Debut in December
It has been known for some time that a combined Disney+ and Hulu will be coming in the not so distant future. Now more is known about the timeline of when this combined app will be arriving for streamers with subscriptions to both of the streaming services. During an earnings call, Disney CEO Bob Iger…
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Disney & Technology: A History of Standard-Setting Innovation
When “Steamboat Willie” was first projected onto movie screens in 1928, audiences were captivated by its technological achievement and the antics of the film’s main character. Since the release of that first Mickey Mouse film with sound, Disney technology has continued to revolutionize storytelling — on and off the screen — with groundbreaking innovations. From…
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Spirit Jersey, Loungefly Mini Backpack, and Asha Costume Among New ‘Wish’ Merchandise Arrivals on shopDisney
With Disney’s newest animated film Wish arriving in theaters on November 20th, new merchandise continues to arrive on shopDisney for fans of this movie. This includes quite an array of merchandise with new items being offered. The newest offerings are a Loungefly Mini Backpack, an Asha costume, and also a spirit jersey. All three of…
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Disney Earnings Q4 2023: CEO Bob Iger Reveals Four Building Opportunities
“Our progress has allowed us to move beyond this period of fixing and begin building our businesses again.” That was the message that Disney’s Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger had for investors and consumers after The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) reported its fiscal full year and fourth quarter earnings on Wednesday. Iger—who returned to the position…
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The Walt Disney Company Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Earnings for Fiscal 2023
BURBANK, Calif.–The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) today reported earnings for its fourth quarter and full year ended September 30, 2023. Financial Results for the Quarter and Full Year: Key Points: “Our results this quarter reflect the significant progress we’ve made over the past year,” said Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney…
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Disney+ Announces Holiday Programming
2023 Happy Holidays Collection Features Beloved Classics and Timeless Disney+ Originals “The Santa Clauses” Season Two, “Dashing Through the Snow,” “Diary of a Wimpy Kid Christmas: Cabin Fever,” “Home Alone,” “Christmas with Walt Disney,” and More Subscribers Can Also Enjoy The Biggest Streaming Premieres of the Holiday Season Including “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” “Indiana Jones and…
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Disney Ultimate Toy Drive Kicks Off In Support of the Marine Toys for Tots Program
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A long-running tradition that makes a very positive difference is continuing this year. Disney has kicked off once again the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive in support of the Marine Toys for Tots program. Disney has a very long relationship with Toys for Tots that dates back to 1947 at the program’s origin. Walt Disney and…
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Hugh Johnston Named Chief Financial Officer of The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company has named Hugh Johnston as its Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Johnston is currently the vice chairman and CFO of food and beverage giant PepsiCo. He succeeds Christine McCarthy, who stepped down earlier this year. He starts December 4 and will relocate from New York to California. Kevin…
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Disney100: The Exhibition to Open in May 2024 at Union Station in Kansas City
Walt Disney’s roots can be traced back to Chicago, Marceline, and Kansas City, but it’s in Kansas City where Walt walked as a young boy and again as a budding entrepreneur. Recently, Union Station officials, alongside representatives from the Walt Disney Archives, announced the opening date for the Kansas City run of Disney100: The Exhibition – presented…
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Disney100 Train Set by Lionel Now Available on shopDisney
The Disney100 Train Set by Lionel is now available on shopDisney. This is a must-have set for any Disney lover who also happens to love trains. It is another addition to the line of merchandise that has been released for the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Details about this train set can be…