Category: PRESS RELEASE
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Walt Disney Animation and Pixar Animation Studios Prepare to Share Never-Before-Seen Footage and Details at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019
BURBANK, Calif., (June 25, 2019) – Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) are gearing up for an exciting weekend of announcements and presentations—sharing never-before-seen footage—plus interactive displays, artist autograph signings, sharable photo opportunities, and giveaways for 2019’s D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. This year, Pixar and WDAS will join forces with Disney’s…
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Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME Bring Back Event Starts Friday!
See the year’s number one movie on the big screen one more time before it leaves theaters! Starting on Friday, June 28, participating theaters nationwide will hold a Bring Back event for fans to see Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME one more time on the big screen before it finishes its theatrical run. Fans who buy…
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The Simpsons Are Headed to Anaheim for D23 Expo 2019
Matt Groening, Al Jean, Matt Selman, Mike B. Anderson, and stars Nancy Cartwright & Yeardley Smith make their debut at D23 Expo with an entertaining panel, autograph signing, and more! BURBANK, Calif. (June 24, 2019) – The longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, The Simpsons, makes its first appearance at D23 Expo. Get insight…
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Local FIRST Robotics team celebrated recent world championship win today at Magic Kingdom Park
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. June 24, 2019—Thirty Central Florida high schoolers, who double as teammates on a local FIRST Robotics team, were celebrated today during an exclusive early morning experience at Magic Kingdom Park. Together, the students and their leadership team—which includes several Walt Disney World Resort Disney VoluntEARS—spent an early morning in Tomorrowland prior…
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Disney’s THE LION KING Tickets Are Now on Sale and Soundtrack Details Revealed
DISNEY’S “THE LION KING” ORIGINAL MOTION PICTURE SOUNDTRACK TO RELEASE ON JULY 11TH SOUNDTRACK INCLUDES NEW SONG “NEVER TOO LATE” BY ELTON JOHN AND TIM RICE, PERFORMED BY ELTON JOHN WITH SCORE COMPOSED BY HANS ZIMMER DIGITAL SOUNDTRACK SET FOR RELEASE JULY 11 PHYSICAL SOUNDTRACK AVAILABLE JULY 19 Tickets are on sale today for “The Lion King,”…
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Oscar-Winning Composer and Disney Legend Randy Newman, Composer Tyler Bates, Matthew Morrison, and Anthony Gonzalez to Meet Fans at D23 Expo 2019
MUSIC EMPORIUM WILL OFFER FIRST-TO-MARKET PRODUCTS INCLUDING AVENGERS: ENDGAME 12” VINYL PICTURE DISC BURBANK, Calif., June 20, 2019 – Disney Music Emporium, the online destination for collectible Disney music products, returns to D23 Expo 2019with a pop-up store on the show floor. Over the three-day Ultimate Disney Fan Event, the Emporium will feature album signings…
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Disney’s THE LION KING Reveals Extended TV Spot & Advanced Ticketing Details
Disney’s “The Lion King” revealed an extended TV spot this morning featuring the voices of Donald Glover (Simba) and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter (Nala), who perform the iconic song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.” ON SALE TOMORROW: Tickets for the feature film are available for advance purchase starting tomorrow. Disney’s “The Lion King,” directed by Jon Favreau,…
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‘‘World’s Largest Swimming Lesson’’ Disney’s Blizzard Beach Hosts One of the Largest Florida Locations
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 20, 2019) – Disney’s Blizzard Beach hosted nearly 200 attendees as part of the 10th annual “World’s Largest Swimming Lesson’’ on Thursday morning at Walt Disney World Resort. Three-time Olympic gold medal swimmer Rowdy Gaines kicked off the lesson, where children of all ages learned basic swim strokes. Children from the…
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Walt Disney World Resort Salutes America’s Birthday with Star-Spangled Fourth of July Celebrations
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 21, 2019) – An all-American red, white and blue fireworks spectacular will bathe the sky this Independence Day at Walt Disney World Resort, joined by live entertainment, scrumptious treats and patriotic pageantry. Here’s what’s in store for Fourth of July 2019: Magic Kingdom Park – Park Hours: July 3, 8…
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Disney and Pixar’s All-New Feature Film “Soul” to Hit Theaters Summer 2020
Pixar Animation Studios revealed details today about “Soul,” its second original feature film slated for theaters in 2020. Following the March 6 opening of “Onward,” Disney and Pixar’s “Soul” hits theaters one year from today on June 19, 2020. Ever wonder where your passion, your dreams and your interests come from? What is it…
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Disney Channel and Disney Junior Stars to Meet Fans Every Day at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019 in Anaheim, August 23-25
Kermit the Frog Joins Q&A Session with Creators and Voices Behind Disney Television Animation’s Hit Series Amphibia and Big City Greens Meet-and-Greets with Stars from DuckTales, Big Hero 6 The Series, ZOMBIES, Raven’s Home, Sydney to the Max, Coop & Cami Ask the World, BUNK’D, and Just Roll With It Plus Photo Opportunities with Popular…
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Walt Disney World Resort Passholders Can Enjoy Special Offerings This Summer
New ticket deals, limited-time dining discounts, special event offers and more LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 17, 2019) – Walt Disney World Resort Passholders enjoy a full year of magic, and this summer they can take advantage of several new perks and benefits with special, limited-time offerings. From special ticket deals to exclusive merchandise opportunities and…
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Photos: TOY STORY 4 Celebrates European Premiere
Tom Hanks (voice of Woody), director Josh Cooley and producers Mark Nielsen and Jonas Rivera joined celebrity guests at the European premiere of Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4 at Odeon Luxe in Leicester Square in London. After the premiere, Hanks headed to Stamford Bridge to take part in a special event for Soccer Aid…
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Alaska Airlines Gets Animated with Themed Aircraft Featuring Artwork from Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4”
SEATTLE— Ahead of the highly anticipated release of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” on June 21, Alaska Airlines unveiled a special-edition aircraft today. The “Toy Story 4”-themed aircraft, Alaska’s second livery to feature Pixar’s characters, is decked out with toys from the “Toy Story 4” world. The aircraft was revealed to a crowd of…
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New Orleans and Princess Tiana Take Center Stage in Enhancements Coming to the Disney Wonder
Updates include revamped teen and adult spaces CELEBRATION, Fla. (June 13, 2019) – The world of “The Princess and the Frog” will come to life in new ways on the Disney Wonder with the addition of an exciting New Orleans-themed lounge that will transport guests deeper into the heart of the city’s iconic French Quarter.…
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D23 Unveils Advance Look at Limited-Edition Merchandise for D23 Expo 2019
During the “ultimate Disney fan event,” attendees will be able to purchase all-new collectibles, apparel, and more from shopDisney.com | Disney store, The Dream Store, and Mickey’s of Glendale GLENDALE, Calif., June 13, 2019 – Disney today revealed a sneak peek at some of the new collections and limited-edition sets attendees can get their hands…
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‘Toy Story 4’ Stars Help Kick Off Annual Disney Toy Delivery Program Supporting Children’s Hospitals
This weekend, actors Tim Allen and Tom Hanks helped The Walt Disney Company kick off its annual Disney Toy Delivery—a part of the Disney Team of Heroes philanthropic initiative—at AdventHealth for Children in Orlando, Florida. During the special visit, Allen and Hanks, who, respectively, lend their voices to Buzz Lightyear and Woody in the upcoming…
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Join a Cool Summer Get-together With Toy Story Friends at Shanghai Disney Resort
Shanghai, June 10, 2019 – This summer, Toy Story’s Woody and his beloved friends will host a big summer bash across Shanghai Disney Resort, inviting guests from China and abroad to celebrate the season with a variety of exciting shows, food and beverage offerings, chic merchandise, vibrant decorations and more. From June 14 through September 1,…
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“Toy Story 4” Voice Talent, Filmmakers and Walk-Around Characters Come Together at Toy Story Land in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort
Filmmakers, voice talent and walk-around characters from Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” descended upon Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida, this morning to celebrate the upcoming release of the movie. Activities culminated in a special surprise following a screening of the film when filmmakers Josh Cooley, Mark Nielsen and Jonas…
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Enjoy a Magical Day with Dad this Father’s Day at Walt Disney World Resort
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (June 6, 2019) – Whether Dad’s ideal day is spent enjoying sports and the great outdoors, experiencing exciting attractions or sampling delicious cuisine, there is something for every guy’s fancy at Walt Disney World Resort this Father’s Day. Here are just a few of the options for making Dad’s day the…
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Disney Cruise Line Announces Fall 2020 Itineraries with Fun and Festive Holiday Sailings to Tropical Destinations
Halloween and winter holiday adventures are closer than ever with departures from New York, California, Texas and Florida CELEBRATION, Fla. (June 6, 2019) – In fall 2020, Disney Cruise Line will enchant guests of all ages with Halloween and winter holiday celebrations on sailings departing from New York, California, Texas and Florida. The 2020 fall…
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Shanghai Disney Resort Celebrates Another Magical Year of Musicals with the One-Year Anniversary of the BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Mandarin Production
Shanghai, June 6, 2019 — Shanghai Disney Resort celebrates one year of bringing fairytale magic to the China stage as the Mandarin production of Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST musical reaches its one-year milestone on June 14, 2019. The Mandarin production of one of the longest-running musicals in Broadway history premiered at the Walt Disney Grand…
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Disney Announces The Lion King “Protect the Pride” Campaign Ahead of The Lion King Release
Disney to Donate up to $3 Million to Help Double the Lion Population by 2050 BURBANK, Calif., June 5, 2019 – To celebrate the release of Disney’s The Lion King, the upcoming groundbreaking feature film helmed by Jon Favreau, The Walt Disney Company has launched a global conservation campaign to raise awareness of the crisis…
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Captain Marvel Bonus Material – Goose Edition
Yesterday was #NationalHugYourCatDay! To celebrate this, Disney and Marvel released a variety of fun images and video featuring everyone’s favorite Flerken, Goose! Captain Marvel is now available on Digital HD and arrives on 4K Ultra HD™, Blu-ray™, and DVD June 11th. What’s your favorite character in Captain Marvel? In which format will you be bringing this…