Category: Geek News
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It’s Time to Revisit the Classics… With Friends!!!
I’ve come to an interesting realization in the last couple of days. As the Day of Geek Glory is nearly upon us (otherwise known as Dec. 18th, the release of the new Star Wars film), I’ve been speaking, writing, and otherwise egotistically authoritat-ing on all things related to the Force. And, in my not-so-humble opinion,…
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Karen Gillan Coming to Phoenix Comicon Fan Fest
Doctor Who and Guardians of the Galaxy fans will want to be in Phoenix this December when Karen Gillan will be at the Phoenix Comicon Fan Fest. The event will take place December 4-6, 2015 at The University of Phoenix Stadium. Gillan portrayed Amy Pond, one of the Eleventh Doctor’s companions, in Doctor Who. She…
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Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.: A Wanted (Inhu)man (S3E3) – Review
Just when we thought that things were looking up for our Agents of SHIELD (after all we managed to get Simmons back) things once again take a dire turn for our band of merry spies. The ATCU are back in hot pursuit of all Inhumans including Lincoln and Daisy may become a casualty of their…
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Once Upon A Time – S5E3 – Siege Perilous Review
Once Upon A Time continues its Dark Swan storyline with a deeper look into Camelot and the events that transpired for the main group. Synopsis The episode centers around finding a way to talk to Merlin, who is still trapped in a tree. The answer lies in a toadstool, the Crimson Crown, but we only…
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Star Wars Rebels Season Two Trailer
This past weekend at New York Comic Con, the official trailer for Star Wars Rebels Season Two was released. The trailer includes quite a bit of footage from the first episode of the second seas0n, but also some teasers at what else will be coming this season. According to interviews at New York Comic Con,…
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‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Date & Location of World Premiere Announced
News broke on Thursday of the recently announced date and city for the world premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The Hollywood Reporter shared the latest scoop. Disney and Lucasfilm will present the seventh episode on December 14 in Los Angeles. It’s said to be a “massive world premiere.” After its world premiere in the…
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Victorian Era Sherlock Holmes and John Watson Appear in New Sherlock Special Trailer
Sherlock is coming back, but not as we have become accustomed to seeing him. The world’s most famous consulting detective is returning to his roots when the popular BBC program returns. This single special takes Sherlock Holmes and John Watson out of the present and puts them into the past where they seek to solve a Victorian…
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Star Wars: Where Dreams Come True – Star Wars: The Force Awakens Disney Mashup
Have you ever stopped to think about the similarities between Star Wars movies and Disney movies? The folks behind PistolShrimps did. The result is a mashup between Star Wars: The Force Awakens and several Disney movies that is really quite entertaining, and at times unexpected. Star Wars: The Force Awakens – Disney Mashup Description: A…
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Disney Recipes: Pozole Soup – Disneyland Resort
While the temperatures may not be reflecting it entirely here in Southern California, fall has arrived. With the arrival of fall comes the arrival of fall foods and soups. One fall favorite that is occasionally found at the Disneyland Resort (during Disney ¡Viva Navidad! at Disney California Adventure) is the Pozole Soup. It is a wonderful…
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Disney Recipes: Pumpkin Cheesecake – Disneyland Resort
Fall has arrived and with it… pumpkin everything! It seems like everywhere you turn there is something with pumpkin. In coffee, bread, cookies, or even ice cream, now is the time for pumpkin treats. It seems only fitting that we should share a combination of two favorites today then: pumpkin & cheesecake. For this time…
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Facebook Adds 360 Video and Shares New Update With ‘Star Wars’ Clip
Things just got a whole lot cooler on Facebook. Typically, most of us scroll along our news feed with a viral video here and there. Announced on Wednesday, Facebook will now offer a new video feature… 360 video. This new feature has even more attention after the official Star Wars Facebook page shared a cool and interactive 360…
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‘Lego Star Wars: The New Yoda Chronicles’ Now on DVD
Looking for some fun and entertaining Lego Star Wars episodes? If that’s a yes, you’re in luck. Lego Star Wars: The New Yoda Chronicles is now out on shelves! With four action packed episodes, this is something you’ll want to check out. After headstrong Luke nearly delivers the good guys into Palpatine’s clutches, Master Yoda and…
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Marvel’s Jessica Jones Premiere Announced for November
Marvel’s Jessica Jones premiere date has been announced on YouTube with a teaser. Marvel fans will just have just a couple of months still to wait as the new Jessica Jones will be coming to Netflix on November 20th. The show will include 13 episodes, each an hour long. The show stars Krysten Ritter, David Tennant (Kilgrave), Mike…
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Disney Infinity 3.0 to be Compatible with Apple TV
With all the exciting news announced during the Apple event on Wednesday, here is one more thing to add to that list. Disney Infinity 3.0 will become compatible with Apple TV. In addition, a stater pack will be made available and the game will even have a Bluetooth feature. This new set up will arrive later this…
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El Capitan Theatre to Present Midnight Showing of Star Wars: The Force Awakens 12/18
The days are quickly counting down to the theatrical release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The film which will debut on December 18 of this year, is expected to bring in large numbers of audience goers. If you happen to be a midnight showing kind of person, the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood has…
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Marvel’s ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’ Now Available on Disney Movies Anywhere
With a little less than a month away from its physical DVD release, Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron is now available on Digital HD. That’s right, relive all the action of this great film on Disney Movies Anywhere. In addition, get ready for some exciting bonus content and more. Check out a clip below from the bonus feature “Connecting…
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Lego Star Wars: The New Yoda Chronicles Heads to DVD 9/15
This coming September 15, Lego Star Wars: The New Yoda Chronicles will arrive on DVD. Perfect timing as we come to wind down from the success of Force Friday. The DVD is said to come with four episodes that focus on the positivity of the light side of the Force. In addition, the DVD will…
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Star Wars’ Force Friday Takes Full Effect
Happy Force Friday! Today was a great day in the world of Star Wars. Worldwide, retail stores opened their doors to thousands of customers in the wake of brand new Star Wars: The Force Awakens merchandise. After an impressive 18 plus hour live stream unboxing on the Official Star Wars YouTube page, audiences were highly anticipating…
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A Glimpse of Force Friday Merchandise
Friday is a big day for avid Star Wars fans! Force Friday, September 4, marks the day in which a WIDE variety of Star Wars: The Force Awakens merchandise will be made available to the public. All day Thursday, the world has had a chance to see some of the unboxings via live stream. If…
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This IS the Droid You’re Looking For – BB-8 Sphero
For many of us attending Star Wars Celebration earlier this year in Anaheim, CA a defining moment was the unveiling of BB-8 and the realization that came with it that BB-8 was physically real! If the crowd wasn’t already excited about Star Wars before that unveiling, it certainly was then. Now, a new commercial has…
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Disney Recipes: Pumpkin Beignets – Disneyland’s Club 33
The fall is just around the corner and that means… PUMPKIN EVERYTHING. From Starbucks to Home Depot there will be pumpkins appearing in one form or another. At Disneyland pumpkins are already appearing on Main Street as Mickey and the gang get ready for Halloween. Club 33 is no exception. This recipe comes from the…
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Update on Disney Parks Force Friday Event
Due to the high demand and popularity of Force Friday, Disney Parks Blog has announced that the event will now be for all ages and will no longer require a ticket. Force Friday, September 4, will be a special day for Star Wars: The Force Awakens merchandise. Brand new Star Wars products will debut at the Disneyland…
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Figment 2 – Worth Reading This Time?
It’s Wednesday! That means new comic book day! Today is especially grand because the first issue of Figment 2 has been released! The first limited series of Figment was a hot item for comics readers and Disney fans alike. Disney Kingdoms released these as a collaboration between Marvel and Disney Imagineers. The result was a…