Category: Entertainment
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Target to Offer New Merchandise Inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
The partnership between Disney and Target continues to grow. Today it was announced that Target will soon be offering new merchandise inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Trading Outpost will offer Star Wars products from a galaxy far, far away to a neighborhood nearby. It…
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Kaitlyn Robrock Voicing Minnie Mouse in Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures
This year, Minnie Mouse is getting a new voice! In Mickey Mouse Mixed-Up Adventures, Kaitlyn Robrock will take on the iconic bow and polka dots from Minnie Mouse! Minnie Mouse has been without a voice since Russi Taylor passed away last July and many fans have speculated who could possibly fill the yellow shoes. On…
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New Trailer and Poster Released by Disney+ for Black is King, a Film by Beyoncé
BURBANK, Calif. (July 19, 2020) — Today, Parkwood Entertainment and Disney+ released the new trailer and poster for “Black Is King,” a film by 24-time GRAMMY® Award-winner Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, which will premiere globally on July 31, 2020, streaming on Disney+. The new film based on the music of “The Lion King: The Gift,” will premiere two weeks…
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Here’s What’s Coming to Disney+ in August!
Since launching in November 2019, Disney+ has continued to add programs to its library for fans to enjoy. This has included movies, shows, musicals, and other special programming. August will continue this trend as Disney+ adds more titles to its library. Here is a look at what will be coming to Disney+ in August. Some…
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Original Documentary Howard to Debut on Disney+ on August 7
For many fans of Disney animation, there has been a documentary that has been highly anticipated. Directed by Don Hahn, Howard is the story of Howard Ashman. Ashman was the incredible lyricist behind movies like Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, and Aladdin. He also created the musical The Little Shop of Horrors. While…
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New Season of National Geographic’s Weird But True! Coming to Disney+!
BURBANK, Calif. (July 15, 2020) – “Weird But True!,” from National Geographic, comes to Disney+ on Friday, August 14, and things this season get even weirder! Children’s entertainers and educators Charlie Engelman and Carly Ciarrocchi host the third season of the Emmy Award-winning series and this time, they’re embarking on even more imaginative and strange adventures to reveal surprising and interesting facts about the world.…
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President and Managing Director, Disney Parks International Michael Colglazier Leaving Disney for Virgin Galactic
Michael Colglazier is leaving The Walt Disney Company. He has held many roles at Disney including being a member of the corporate strategy group, the president of Disneyland, and also led Disney’s parks in the Asia Pacific region. In his most recent role as President and Managing Director, Disney Parks International Colglazier oversaw the operations…
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New Muppets Now Video Call Trailer Released by Disney+ Along with Joe the Legal Weasel-Approved Press Release
A new trailer has hit the internet for Muppets Now ahead of its arrival on Disney+ on July 31st. In this trailer, the Muppets hop on a video call together to discuss the new show. One Muppet they may not be so excited to see is Joe the Legal Weasel… their legal counselor who has…
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Disney+ Honored by American Council of the Blind for Achievement in Audio Description
Disney+ has received the 2020 Achievement Award in Audio Description from the American Council of the Blind (ACB), a United States-based organization that strives to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity and quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people. The streaming service was honored for its commitment to adding audio description tracks…
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Star Wars: The Bad Batch Animated Series to Debut on Disney+ in 2021
Next year, Disney fans will get a chance to explore the world of The Clone Wars in a new series! This morning, it was announced that the Disney+ streaming service has ordered the next Star Wars animated series which will be called Star Wars: The Bad Batch and will debut on Disney+ in 2021. The series will focus…
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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Wins at the Box Office Once Again
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back is the box office winner once again. This comes 23 years after it last won at the box office. The last time it won was when it was reissued to theaters in 1997. The sequel to the original Star Wars movie was shown this weekend in 483 cinemas. As…
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Disney+ Releases Trailer for Rogue Trip
Disney+ has released a new trailer and images for the upcoming National Geographic program Rogue Trip. This new original series will be arriving on Disney’s streaming service on Friday, July 24th. It will follow the adventures of Bob and Mack Woodruff as they go to countries and territories that are known for being a bit rogue.…
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First Trailer Released for Star Trek: Lower Decks
The first trailer for the upcoming animated Star Trek show is now available for fans to watch. Star Trek: Lower Decks takes a different look at the world of Star Trek in 2380. Instead of it being about the captain and senior staff, this show is about some of the lower level underlings. They are…
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Hamilton: History Has Its Eyes On You Hosted by Robin Roberts Coming to Disney+ on July 10th
BURBANK, Calif. (July 9, 2020) — One week after premiering “Hamilton,” the filmed version of the original Broadway production, Disney+ will release a new special conversation “Hamilton: History Has Its Eyes on You,” exclusively on Friday, July 10. Hosted by ABC News’ “Good Morning America” co-anchor Robin Roberts, “Hamilton: History Has Its Eyes On You”…
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First Trailer for The One and Only Ivan Released Ahead of Disney+ Arrival
Disney has released the first trailer, key art, and images for The One and Only Ivan. This movie, based on the book by Katherine Applegate, tells the story of a silverback gorilla who discovers life isn’t defined by where you are or what you are going through but instead by friendship and courage to move…
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Disney Looking to Cast Jude Law as Captain Hook
Jude Law could be the next person to become one of the world’s most infamous pirates. According to Variety, Jude Law is in talks to portray Captain Hook in an upcoming live-action Peter Pan film Peter Pan & Went. Currently, Pete’s Dragon director David Lowery is attached to the project to direct. Lowery also co-wrote the script with…
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The Walt Disney Company Executives To Discuss Fiscal Third Quarter 2020 Financial Results Via Webcast
BURBANK, Calif., July 1, 2020 – The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will discuss fiscal third quarter 2020 financial results via a live audio webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. EDT / 1:30 p.m. PDT on Tuesday, August 4, 2020. Results will be released after the close of regular trading on August 4, 2020. To listen…
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Disney+ Gets 64% Lift in Downloads Thanks to Hamilton
This weekend Disney+ released the hit Broadway musical, Hamilton. Originally the film was purchased with the intent for it to be released on the silver screen. However, with the impacts of the coronavirus, the musical’s release was moved from the big screen to home screens via Disney+. The release date was also pushed forward. After spending…
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Comics and Original Novel for The Mandalorian to Come Later this Year
Are you ready for more Star Wars content? Disney has announced that later this year, they will be expanding on the lore of the beloved series The Mandalorian with new comics and original novels that will expand on the universe that we got to see in season one, as well as some art that fans have been…
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VIDEO: “The Schuyler Sisters” Essence Festival Conversation
Disney has released a Hamilton panel from Essence Festival. This features a conversation with “The Schuyler Sisters,” Phillipa Soo, Renée Elise Goldsberry, and Jasmine Cephas Jones from Hamilton. The popular Broadway show was released with the original cast over the weekend on Disney+. Check out the conversation below. “The Schuyler Sisters” Essence Festival Conversation Hamilton Description “Hamilton”…
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Disney+ Does Not Throw Away Its Shot With Hamilton – Review by Mr. DAPs
Hamilton, the hit Broadway musical that was both written and starred Lin-Manuel Miranda, is now streaming on Disney+. Since the first premier at the Public Theater in February 2015, it has been incredibly popular. This musical telling of the story of the American Founding Father Alexander Hamilton is described as “America then, as told by America…
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Coca-Cola and Disney+ Bring Families Together to Celebrate July 3 ‘Hamilton’ Premiere
Coca-Cola is collaborating with Hamilton Creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and World Central Kitchen Founder, Chef and Humanitarian José Andrés ahead of the July 3 premiere of “Hamilton” on Disney+ to fight food insecurity with a focus on diverse communities disproportionately affected by COVID-19 and ongoing social injustice. Coca-Cola is announcing a $1 million donation to World…
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Marvel Comics to Publish Now Disney Owned Aliens and Predator Fox Franchise Comics
Marvel Comics has been commissioned to publish comics based on the popular Fox franchises of Aliens and Predator. In essence, it is the first of having a new synergistic combination with Fox characters and the other Disney owned companies. It seemingly brings together Marvel, Disney and Fox into two comics, though only by branding. It…
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Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe to Premiere on Disney+
Phineas and Ferb The Movie: Candace Against the Universe will be appearing exclusively on Disney+ on Friday, August 28. Ahead of the release, all of the episodes of Phineas and Ferb will be aired on DisneyXD starting on August 25. For those who don’t want to wait, all episodes of Phineas and Ferb, along with…