Category: Entertainment
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Bob Iger Talks Florida, TV Networks, Contract Extension, Strikes, and Parks in Interview with CNBC
Disney CEO Bob Iger said Disney wants to avoid the so-called culture wars but defiantly pushed back against right-wing critics who have claimed Disney is adding inappropriate sexual content to its programming. “The notion that Disney is in any way sexualizing children is preposterous and inaccurate,” Iger said in a CNBC interview Thursday. Several Republican…
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New Trailer Released for “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series”
IT’S NOW OR NEVER! DISNEY+ REVEALS OFFICIAL TRAILER OF “HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES” SEASON FOUR AHEAD OF HIGHLY ANTICIPATED AUGUST 9 PREMIERE BURBANK, Calif. (July 12, 2023) — Today, Disney+ revealed the official trailer for season four of its fan-favorite Original series, “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.” The final season of…
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Disney Extends CEO Bob Iger’s Contract by Two Years
The Walt Disney Company Board of Directors announced today that Robert A. Iger has agreed to continue to serve as Chief Executive Officer through December 31, 2026. In voting unanimously to extend Iger’s contract by two years, the independent members of the Board of Directors noted that Iger’s extension provides continuity of leadership during the…
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Disney Entertainment Earns 163 Primetime Emmy® Award Nominations
Disney Entertainment proudly announces 163 nominations for the 75th Primetime Emmy® Awards across its content brands and studios, including ABC, ABC News Studios, Disney Branded Television, Disney+, Disney Television Studios (20th Television Animation, 20th Television, and ABC Signature), FX, FX Productions, Hulu, National Geographic, Onyx Collective, Searchlight Pictures, Searchlight Television, and Walt Disney Studios (20th Century…
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Disney CEO Robert A. Iger To Appear On CNBC’s “Squawk Box” From Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference July 13
BURBANK, Calif., July 11, 2023 – Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), will appear on CNBC’s Squawk Box in an interview with David Faber from Allen & Company’s Sun Valley conference on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at approximately 8:00 a.m. ET/ 5:00 a.m. PT. To watch live, please visit CNBC.
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Cinderella to be Even Lovelier With New 4K Restoration on Disney+
“Cinderella, she’s as lovely as her name,” the song goes in the Disney animated classic Cinderella. On August 25th, she will look lovelier than ever when this beautiful film is released on Disney+ in a newly restored 4K version. The film is being released during Princess Week and will mark the first time that it…
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Meet the Characters From the New Haunted Mansion Movie
Disney’s Haunted Mansion is just weeks away, and it’s now time for us foolish mortals to meet the characters we’re about to encounter behind this frightfully fun and new adventure. Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, the film is directed by Justin Simien, a former Disneyland Park cast member. The movie follows Gabbie (played…
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New Featurette Shows ‘Journey to Ahsoka’
A new trailer has been released for Ahsoka before its arrival on August 23rd on Disney+. With it, Disney also released a new featurette called Journey to Ahsoka. This featurette shows the path that Rosario Dawson took to become this beloved Star Wars character. This includes more about this series from its creators and stars.…
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“The Little Mermaid” Soundtrack Available on Vinyl
The Little Mermaid has been in theaters, visitin guests in theme parks, and now the soundtrack for the live-action version of this Disney film is also available on vinyl. The record has 15 tracks from the movie with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman, and new lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda. Check out all…
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The Haunted Mansion Glow-in-the Dark Blazer Now Available on shopDisney
Ahead of the arrival of Haunted Mansion in theaters and the Halloween season, shopDisney has released a new glow-in-the dark blazer with the wallpaper from The Haunted Mansion on it. This design on the blazer doesn’t just replicate the look of the wallpaper, it also glows in the dark! Check out the design and details…
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New Trailer Released for “Ahsoka” Ahead of Disney+ Arrival
“War is inevitable. One must destroy, in order to create,” is heard at the beginning of a new trailer for Ahsoka that was released today ahead of the series’ arrival on Disney+ on August 23rd. This series continues to follow the story of Anakin Skywalker’s former padawan in a new era. It looks to be…
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After a Few Days with Hey Disney! A Review of the New Service
Hey Disney! is a new feature produced by Disney for Amazon Echo devices. The service allows users to say “Hey Disney” to access several activities and features on their devices. I was able to receive a complimentary subscription from attending the Destination D23 event when it was first announced. When I got the code I…
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“Elemental” Continues to See Unexpected Growth at the Box Office
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental continues to see unexpected growth at the box office, particularly the global box office. The film, which opened on June 19th, saw an opening weekend box office take of just $29.6 million. This led to many fans and analysts deeming the film a flop. However, Elemental continues to keep chugging away…
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LEGO The Haunted Mansion Available on shopDisney
It is a very good time to be a LEGO builder. There are plenty of new LEGO sets to enjoy for whatever geeky interest someone might have. This includes Star Wars, Disney films, and even Disney attractions. One particular LEGO set that is perfect ahead of the arrival of the movie of the same name…
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“Ahsoka” Star Confirms When Series Takes Place in Star Wars Timeline
Ahsoka, the new Star Wars series on Disney+ will be arriving on the streaming service next month. In general, it has been known that Ahsoka will be taking place between the events of the Original Trilogy and Sequel Trilogy. However, thanks to an actress on the series, where this series takes place in the overall…
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LEGO Star Wars: Ahsoka Ghost & Phantom II 75357 Star Wars Playset Inspired by The Ahsoka Series Now Available for Preorder
A new LEGO set has been made available for preorder ahead of the arrival of Star Wars: Ahsoka on Disney+. LEGO Star Wars: Ahsoka Ghost & Phantom II 75357 Star Wars Playset Inspired by The Ahsoka Series is can now be found on Amazon. The set includes minifigs of 5 Star Wars characters that include…
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Without Any Home Runs, Disney Continues to Lead at the Box Office
In a year that hasn’t had any major blockbuster hits at the box office, Disney continues to lead the way. This comes after the releases of Elemental, The Little Mermaid, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. None of these have had stellar runs at the box office compared…
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‘Hocus Pocus: The Official Cookbook’ – Mr. Daps’ Review
Hocus Pocus: The Official Cookbook is a cookbook that includes 70 recipes that are inspired by the classic Disney Halloween flick Hocus Pocus. It includes recipes that are inspired by the Sanderson Sisters, Max, Dani, and more! Daps Magic was sent a copy of this beautiful cookbook to review ahead of the Halloween season (which…
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‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3′ – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
In Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Peter Quill is still very upset about the loss of Gamora. However, he must overcome this and rally the team one more time to save one of their own. It turns out, their foe isn’t just a threat to the Guardians, but entire civilations! Where previous Guardians movies…
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Skrull Infiltrates Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure
Disney fans might be all hyped about Rogers: The Musical at the Hyperion Theater in Disney California Adventure but that isn’t the only new thing to show up. During a D23 preview of the musical, another being made an appearance. A Skrull could be seen dressed as a Hyperion Theater usher at the preview. The…
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Squishmallows Original Disney100 14-Inch Band Leader Mickey Mouse Plush Available for Preorder
Sometimes there are some merchandise offerings from Disney that are just too cute and a new one is now available for preorder. The Squishmallows Original Disney100 14-Inch Band Leader Mickey Mouse Plush will be released on September 13, 2023 but can be ordered now on Amazon. It continues the Disney100 line of merchandise that is…
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INTERVIEW: Jamie Lee Curtis “Madam Leota” & Tiffany Haddish “Harriet” Talk “Haunted Mansion”
Haunted Mansion will be arriving in theaters on July 30th and tell a new story about this iconic mansion. Those who have seen trailers will immediately recognize the Haunted Mansion itself along with many elements in the movie that recreate many favorite moments in the attraction at Disneyland. Recently Daps Magic shared an interview about…
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Muppet Labs with Dr. Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker Make Food for EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
Starting on July 27 through November 18, guests visiting EPCOT will get to experience and enjoy the flavors of this year’s EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. There will be plenty of different flavors from around the world to enjoy during this year’s festival. There will also be a new experience that Muppet fans (and…
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Two Captains Log: Star Trek Strange New Worlds – S2E4 – “Among the Lotus Eaters” Review
It’s time, once again, for our thoughts on the Star Trek Strange New Worlds episode of the week. In “Among the Lotus Eaters,” the Enterprise must clean up a mess made on Rigel VII. Previously they had, apparently, contaminated a planet before it had warp capability. Now the inhabitants have established a society around Starfleet.…