Category: Disney
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Voice of Mama Coco in Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Passes Away at 90
The voice actor behind Mama Coco in the Pixar Animation Studios film Coco passed away. Ana Ofelia Murguía passed away at the age of 90. The announcement of her death was announced by the Mexican National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature. The was, written in Spanish, translates to say “With deep sadness we regret the…
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Steamboat Willie to Enter Public Domain with the New Year
Walt Disney once said, “I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing – that it all started with a mouse”. Starting on January 1, 2024, that specific iteration of the mouse will see its copyright expire. However, that isn’t the end of the story for Mickey Mouse. With the expiration of the…
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Top 5 Disney Stories of 2023: #1 Disney at 100
It probably comes as no surprise that the top story of the year is the Walt Disney Company and Studios turning 100 this year. From theme parks to movies, there was celebration throughout. Disneyland kicked it all of in January with decorations throughout both theme parks and two new night shows. Wondrous Journeys has become…
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Here Are All The Disney Movies Coming Out in 2024
In 2023, The Walt Disney Company celebrated its 100th anniversary. In 1923, Walt and Roy Disney started the company that would become a behemoth in the entertainment industry. With humble beginnings, one has to wonder if Walt and Roy could have imagined what their company would look like a century later. Through the coming decades,…
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How Marvel Studios’ ‘What If…?’ Created Kahhori, a New Mohawk Super Hero
Since late last week, Marvel Studios has been debuting a new episode of the award-winning animated series What If…? daily. The sixth episode in Season 2, “What If… Kahhori Reshaped the World?” premieres on Disney+ today and introduces audiences to an original Super Hero, Kahhori, a young Mohawk woman on a quest to discover her power. Written…
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Disney and Reliance Reach Agreement on Star India
Disney and Reliance have signed a non-binding agreement that would see the two companies merge their Indian media operations the Economic Times of India is reporting. The deal would see Reliance owning a controlling 51% stake with Disney holding the remaining 49%. The merger creates the biggest media empire in India. The deal was reportedly…
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Season Two of ‘What If…?’ Now Streaming on Disney+
Jeffrey Wright Returns as The Watcher, Joining Lineup of MCU Stars Who Reprise Iconic Roles Episode one of season two of Marvel Studios’ “What If…?” is now streaming on Disney+. In the spirit of the holidays, a new episode will debut daily for the next eight days. Jeffrey Wright (“The French Dispatch,” “The Batman”) returns as The Watcher, joining…
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David Oyelowo Provides Update on ‘The Rocketeer 2’
David Oyelowo is already a producer for the upcoming The Rocketeer 2 film. He may also end up starring in this film. This film is a sequel to the 1991 cult-classic. While the original film took place before World War II in Hollywood, this one will take place after the war and focus on a…
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Meet the Young Stars of ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ on Disney+
The first two episodes of Disney Branded Television’s live-action adventure Percy Jackson and the Olympians are now streaming on Disney+, bringing the first novel in Disney Hyperion‘s best-selling book series by Rick Riordan to life. The Original series follows 12-year-old demigod Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell) and his friends, Annabeth Chase (Leah Sava Jeffries) and Grover Underwood (Aryan Simhadri), as…
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Disney+ App Removed by Tesla as Elon Musk Continues to Feud with Disney CEO Bob Iger
Tesla has removed the Disney+ app from many of its car as Elon Musk continues to feud with Disney CEO Bob Iger. This comes after Disney removed advertising from X (formerly Twitter) following a study from Media Matters for America showed that its advertising was being placed next to antisemitic tweets/posts. This led to Elon…
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Here’s What is Coming to Disney+ in January 2024
With the new year, Disney+ has plenty of new titles coming in January of 2024. This continues a trend that began in November 2019 when Disney+ was launched by Disney as its official streaming service. The coming month will have some exciting new titles like Echo from Marvel Studios, new episodes of Bluey, and also…
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Marvel’s ‘Echo’ Gets New Release Date and New Trailer
Marvel’s Echo will be arriving on Disney+ and Hulu a little bit earlier than originally announced. Along with the arrival of a new trailer came the announcement that this series will be released on Disney’s streaming services on January 9, 2024 instead of January 10. The trailer also gives plenty of indications of what fans…
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Disney Experiences Shares Their Commitment to Giving
Disney Experiences believes that everything they do to make magic can also make a difference. That’s why they give food, books, toys and their time to help those in need all year long. Magic comes in all sizes, from simple acts of kindness to grand gestures of generosity and they are so grateful for the cast, Disney VoluntEARs, and…
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How Disney Supports Small Business: The Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs
Disney is committed to investing in small businesses of different backgrounds, sizes and industries, because providing opportunities to entrepreneurs creates a domino effect that positively impacts individuals and communities nationwide. Small businesses are nimble and provide fresh perspectives, which helps Disney constantly evolve and expand the way business is conducted. Disney’s support of the Russell…
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Inside the Quest to Adapt ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ for Disney+
Based on Disney Hyperion‘s best-selling book series by award-winning author Rick Riordan, the Original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians premieres Wednesday, December 20, with two episodes, exclusively on Disney+. It follows 12-year-old Percy Jackson (Walker Scobell), who must journey across the U.S. to return Zeus’ master bolt and stop an all-out war—all while outrunning monsters and outwitting…
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The Walt Disney Company Releases Statement on Trian’s Board of Directors Nominations
The Walt Disney Company responded to the nominations by Trian Fund Management, L.P. for the board of Disney. Today, Trian nominated both its CEO Nelson Peltz and also former Disney CEO Jay Rasulo to be on Disney’s board. “As Disney’s largest active shareholder, we can no longer sit idly by as the incumbent directors and…
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Ten New Episodes of ‘Bluey’ Coming to Disney+ in January
Ten new episodes of the hit series Bluey are coming to Disney+ on January 12, 2023. This is the #1 most-watched series for preschoolers and kids in the U.S. and also topped the Nielsen streaming charts for overall viewing – Bluey is about a loveable and inexhaustible Blue Heeler dog Bluey, who lives with her…
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Pictorial: ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ World Premiere
Electrifying Event Held December 13 at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City Two Episode Premiere on December 20 on Disney+ Tonight Disney+ hosted the world premiere event for the highly anticipated Disney+ Original series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” at the iconic Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Serving as a key location in the…
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Disney Legend Dick Nunis Passes Away at 91
Disney Legend Dick Nunis has passed away at the age of 91. Nunis started working at Disneyland in 1955 as a summer job. This summer job turned into a 4-decade career at Disney. When he retired in 1999, he was the chairman of Walt Disney Attractions. Throughout his career, he was able to learn from…
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What Taylor Swift Programs to Watch on Disney+ and Hulu on Her Birthday
Today is Taylor Swift’s 34th birthday. For many Swifties, this is a holiday in itself. It is a day that is spent listening to music, reminiscing about going to her concerts, dressing in her merchandise (or in outfits like hers), and of course also watching her wherever is possible. Two of the places that have…
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Four More Disney Films Added to National Film Registry
Four films from The Walt Disney Company have been added to the National Film Registry. These are among 25 films that were added to the Library of Congress National Film Registry today. This continues an annual tradition of picking 25 films each year to add to the National Film Registry. The movies that are chosen…
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Disney CEO Bob Iger Sends Holiday Message to D23 Members
Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Company, sent a holiday message to D23 members. The message includes thanks for to these “dedicated” fans and also shares that while Disney concludes its celebration of its 100th anniversary, there is more to look forward to. The full message can be read below. Dear “Mr. Daps” We…
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Premiere Date for ‘Choir’ Released by Disney+
A new original docuseries is coming to Disney+ on January 31, 2024. Choir will be a six-episode series and will have all six episodes released together. This series follows the Detroit Youth Choir as prepare for their biggest performance yet. The full description can be read below. Disney+ also released artwork to give a glimpse…
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‘Disney 100: A Century of Dreams’ to Air on ABC on Thursday, December 14, 2023
Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20 will be airing on ABC to commemorate the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. This documentary will take viewers on a magical journey that began in 1923. It will feature a century of stories and experience that will touch the hearts of…