Category: Disney
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Mulan Release Date Postponed Again
Disney’s live-action Mulan has yet another release date. This marks the third time that this movie has gotten a new release date. It is now expected to be released on August 21st instead of July 24th. “While the pandemic has changed our release plans for ‘Mulan’ and we will continue to be flexible as conditions require,…
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Margot Robbie to Star in New Pirates of the Caribbean Film
Margot Robbie has been cast as the lead in a new female-fronted Pirates of the Caribbean movie. The Birds of Prey star is joining Christina Hodson, who wrote Birds of Prey and will now be writing ya his new Pirates of the Caribbean movie. According to the Hollywood Reporter, this film will not be a spinoff of the Pirates of the Caribbean films…
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Soundtrack for The Imagineering Story Released on Music Streaming Services
The Imagineering Story is a wonderful docuseries by Leslie Iwerks that looks at the history of Imagineering and was released on Disney+. Now, the original soundtrack for The Imagineering Story has been released for Disney and music fans to enjoy. It includes over an hour of music that, much like the docuseries, is a little…
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Disney Channel Renews “Amphibia” for Season 3, Season 2 Debuts July 11
This week, Disney Channel and Disney XD announced some big news! The network has officially called for a third season of the hit show Amphibia and announced that season 2 will debut to the public on July 11. When season 2 hits our screens in just a few weeks, you may hear some familiar voices!…
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Disney English Language Schools in China Close Due to Coronavirus Impact
The Walt Disney Company has decided to close Disney English. The 12-year-old chain of 25 language schools in China was a once-promising business. However,it did at times prompt questions about education as brand building. The learning centers were in six cities, and used Disney characters like Mickey Mouse and the Little Mermaid in their curriculum.…
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Disney+ Sets 15th September as Launch Date for Eight More European Countries
LONDON (June 23, 2020) — The Walt Disney Company’s Direct-to-Consumer & International segment has set 15thSeptember as the launch date for Disney+ in eight markets across Western and Northern Europe. Pricing has also been confirmed per market. The streaming service will launch in Portugal, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, Belgium and Luxembourg on 15th September…
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Disney to Re-Release Select Hits as Theaters Begin to Reopen
As theaters begin to reopen, movie studios are beginning to release previously released titles so that they will have content. This is before there are wide openings of theaters and wide theatrical releases of new movies. The Walt Disney Company is among those companies that will be re-releasing some movies. With multiple studios in its…
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Disney+ Releases Trailer for Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2
Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2 will be arriving on Disney+ on Friday, June 26. Ahead of this six-episode documentary series arrival on Disney’s streaming service, a trailer has been shared. This documentary series will take a behind the scenes look at how the number one animated film of all time was brought to life.…
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Lin-Manuel Miranda Teases New Animated Disney Musical Set in Colombia
Lin-Manuel Miranda is working on another Disney animated feature. While on Good Morning America (GMA) talking about the upcoming Hamilton release on Disney+, Miranda shared about another project he is working on. During his time in quarantine, Miranda has been working with Disney on a new animated musical that is set in Colombia. Byron Howard…
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Bob And Mack Woodruff Embark On A Journey Around The Globe In Disney+ Original Series “Rogue Trip”
Complete Six-Part Series from National Geographic Begins Streaming July 24 BURBANK, Calif. (June 18, 2020) – Taking viewers on a globetrotting adventure with ABC News Correspondent Bob Woodruff and his son Mack, the Disney+ original series “Rogue Trip” will premiere with all episodes available on Friday, July 24. The six-part show from National Geographic follows…
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Official Hamilton Trailer Released Ahead of Disney+ Premiere
The official trailer for Hamilton has been released ahead of its arrival on Disney+ on July 3. The show was filmed live on stage with the original cast at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in 2016 and was originally planned to come to the big screen. Now, ahead of its arrival on Disney’s streaming service, a trailer has…
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Bowers Museum Reopens With Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic and New Health and Safety Protocols
The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California has reopened after closing in march due to the impact of COVID-19. With the reopening, the Bowers Museum is observing new health and safety protocols. They also are offering the Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic exhibit with an extended run through October 18, 2020.…
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Disney+ Streaming Service No Longer Offering Free Trials
Since the Disney+ streaming service launched November 12, the giant has passed more than 50 million paid subscribers. This week, fans have noticed that Disney has removed the button from the seven-day free trial on their website log-in, which may be linked to the success they have seen this year. It could also be in…
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Here’s What’s Coming to Disney+ in July!
Since launching in November 2019, Disney+ has continued to add content and subscribers. Each month, more titles are added to Disney’s streaming service. July will be no exception. In fact, July will have some incredible titles being added. A highlight for many will be the addition of Hamilton on July 3, Solo: A Star Wars…
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Walt Disney’s Direct-to-Consumer & International Technology Creates Global Advertising Platforms Team
New team responsible for driving technology and product innovation across all linear, streaming, and digital advertising for The Walt Disney Company Jeremy Helfand will lead the new combined team The Walt Disney Direct-to-Consumer and International (DTCI) Technology group has created a new Advertising Platforms team to combine the company’s advertising technology and product expertise and…
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Bowers Museum Reopening as Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic Run is Extended
The Bowers Museum in Santa Ana will be reopening on Friday, June 19th. The announcement could be found on the Bowers Museum’s website. With the reopening of the museum also came an announcement that Walt Disney Archives: 50 Years of Preserving the Magic will be extended until October 18th. The exhibit had opened just before…
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The One and Only Ivan to Premiere on Disney+ in August
Unforgettable Tale about One Very Special Gorilla Directed by Thea Sharrock Features the Voices of Sam Rockwell, Angelina Jolie, Danny DeVito, Helen Mirren and Stars Bryan Cranston BURBANK, Calif. (June 12, 2020) — The Walt Disney Studios announced today that the heartwarming adventure “The One and Only Ivan,” an adaptation of the bestselling, award-winning book about…
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Happy 92nd Birthday Richard M. Sherman!
Today is the 92nd birthday for Richard M. Sherman. He, along with his brother Robert, helped create many of the magical tunes that have brought so many Disney movies and attractions to life. This man exudes kindness and Disney magic as he shares his music with the world. Richard M. Sherman was born in New…
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D23 to Premiere Adventure Thru the Walt Disney Archives Documentary as Part of 50th Anniversary Celebration
THE FILM—HOSTED BY LEGENDARY PRODUCER DON HAHN—CELEBRATES THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARCHIVES, AND WILL DEBUT JUNE 27 ON D23.COM EXCLUSIVELY FOR D23 GOLD MEMBERS PLUS, D23 WILL HONOR THE ARCHIVES WITH EXCLUSIVE SWEEPSTAKES, STORIES, VIDEOS, AND GALLERIES BURBANK, Calif. – June 11, 2020 – This month marks the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney…
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Lionel Richie Musical in the Works From Disney
The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed that Lionel Richie and Walt Disney Studios have teamed up to develop a movie based on the songs from the music legend. The working title of the movie is “All Night Long,” based off of Richie’s number one selling hit from 1983. The project has Richie producing with his manager…
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Bret Iwan Celebrates 11 Years Behind the Mic-key
Today Bret Iwan, the voice of Mickey Mouse, is celebrating the 11th anniversary of standing behind the mic and voicing Mickey Mouse. Iwan shared a touching post on his Instagram this morning commemorating the date. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bret Iwan (@bret_iwan) Bret Iwan shared with DAPS MAGIC that while…
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The Walt Disney Company Pledges $5 Million To Support Nonprofit Organizations That Advance Social Justice
The Walt Disney Company has pledged $5 million to support nonprofit organizations that advance social justice, beginning with a $2 million donation to the NAACP to further their longstanding work promoting social justice by eliminating disparities and racial discrimination through their advocacy and education programs. “The killing of George Floyd has forced our nation to…
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ABC Rebroadcasting Landmark blacki-ish Episodes
ABC will be rebroadcasting episodes of black-ish tonight in an effort to bring people together and “say as humankind enough is enough.” This comes from a post from black-ish showrunner Kenya Barris on Instagram. ABC will air two episodes of the show, Hope and Juneteenth. Hope addresses police brutality. Juneteenth focuses on the end of slavery in the…
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Walt Disney Company Matches Cast Member Donations
The Walt Disney Company is committed to matching the donations of Cast Members. This reminder came on social media as people rallied together to support #blacklivesmatter in the wake of the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer. Disney released a statement regarding its commitment to inclusion and equality. It also commits to…