Tag: Disney News
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Jared Bush Talks ‘Zootopia 2’ and Future of Walt Disney Animation Studios
Jared Bush is not only the co-director/co-writer of Zootopia 2, but since the fall of 2024, he is also the Chief Creative Officer for Walt Disney Animation Studios. He joined Walt Disney Animation Studios in 2011 and directed and wrote the first Zootopia in 2016. During his time at Disney, he earned an Academy Award…
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Hong Kong Disneyland to Donate to Relief Efforts After Devestating Fire
Last week, the Wang Fuk Court estate in Tai Po was devastated when several high-rise buildings in Hong Kong turned into a fiery inferno. As the death toll continued to rise, Hong Kong Disneyland cancelled its nighttime fireworks spectaculars. Now, Hong Kong Disneyland has announced that it will be donating HK$10 million in relief as…
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Disney News | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 1, 1965
On this day in 1965, the very first issue of the ‘Disney News’ was published, the Winter 1965-1966 edition. The first cover featured Walt Disney in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle surrounded by Mickey Mouse and his storybook friends. The quarterly magazine for Magic Kingdom Club members included details about Disneyland and happenings around the…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Has Record-Setting Thanksgiving Opening Weekend
Zootopia 2 has had a record-setting opening weekend. The film has brought in a phenomenal $556 million during its 5-day opening weekend. This sees it flying past The Super Mario Bros. Movie and its $378 million record. Zootopia 2 now has the largest extended opening weekend ever for an animated film. In North America, the…
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Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Merchandise During Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort may have arrived, but the Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration is still continuing! More than simply continuing on, new merchandise continues to be released for the celebration of 70 years of magic at Disneyland. In a recent media preview, Daps Magic was invited to take a look at exactly how…
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Take a Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Voices Behind the Characters in ‘Zootopia 2’
Zootopia 2 is now in theaters and showing great strength at the box office. Ahead of its release, Disney shared a look at the voices in the booth that are behind what is seen on screen. Check out this fun video here: Zootopia 2 | Booth To Screen Zootopia 2 | Booth To Screen Description…
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The Foods of Disney Festival of Holidays
Disney Festival of Holidays is currently underway at the Disneyland Resort. Throughout Disney California Adventure, there are wonderful culinary offerings to enjoy, accompanied by some incredible entertainment groups at three stages in the park. Recently, Daps Magic had the opportunity to chat with Chef Graciela “Gracie” Gomez about the foods found throughout Disney California Adventure…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Has Strong Opening and Thanksgiving at Box Office
Disney has a lot to be thankful for, as Zootopia 2 is showing strength at the box office. The animated sequel to 2016’s Zootopia opened on Wednesday with $39.5 million. Thursday saw the film bring in an additional $19.7 million, a near-record for Thanksgiving Day after Moana 2‘s $27.8 million. This sets Zootopia 2 on…
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Check Out the Disney Fine Art Black Friday Sale!
Disney Fine Art has a wide variety of beautiful Disney artwork that comes from some of the best Disney artists anywhere. Currently, it is offering a Black Friday sale that will continue through Cyber Monday. Here are the details for this savings event: To access this deal, simply visit DisneyFineArt.com. Disney Fine Art includes artwork…
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UPDATE: ‘The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular’ Arrives on YouTube Ahead of December 1st Airing on ABC and Then is Removed
Disney has released The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular on YouTube in full ahead of it airing on ABC on December 1, 2025. The program sees Derek Hough return to host the special with narration by Ginnifer Goodwin. The program includes an all-star lineup that includes Gwen Stefani, Coco Jones, Aloe Blacc, Good Charlotte,…
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Pixar’s Andrew Stanton Reflects on Success of ‘Toy Story’ After 30 Years
30 years ago this week, Toy Story first arrived in theaters. This not only kicked off a franchise of movies based on Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and other toys. It also really kicked off a studio. This was the first time that Pixar Animation Studios made and released a full-length computer-animated feature. In fact, it was…
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Enjoy the Spirit of the Season from Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa Yule Log
Happy Thanksgiving! With the Holidays at the Disneyland Resort in full swing, a new video has been released by Disney Parks. It has 8 hours of Disney magic in the form of a yule log at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. This video has the crackling fire that can be found in the lobby.…
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Disney+ Releases ‘A Very Jonas Christmas Movie’ Yule Log
As the holiday season gets off to a strong start, there are lots of merry options to enjoy in the parks and on Disney+. With the arrival of A Very Jonas Christmas Movie on Disney+, a new Yule Log themed to the movie has arrived on YouTube. The Yule Log shows a beautiful Victorian-themed living…
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GUIDE: ‘Zootopia 2’ Offerings From Disney Experiences Around the World
Zootopia 2 arrives in theaters today! Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are on a new mission when a snake is discovered in Zootopia. As this film looks to be quite popular with moviegoers, Disney Experiences has other ways to experience and connect with this story and franchise. These offerings can be found around the world.…
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INTERVIEW: Holiday Merchandise at the Disneyland Resort
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are underway. With this merry season comes lots of decorations, delicious culinary offerings, entertainment, characters in seasonal outfits, and some really fun merchandise! This year, the bar has been raised for holiday merchandise. This is reflected in terms of creativity, variety, and quality. In the following interview, Arielle shares…
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GUIDE: Disney Movies Coming to Theaters in Winter of 2025
There are quite a few different movies coming to theaters this winter from The Walt Disney Company. They cross the range of genres, and as they do that, they come from the variety of studios owned by Disney. Already this year, Disney has passed the $4 billion mark at the global box office. This is…
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A Parade, Peanuts, and Popcorn? – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #791
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the Geeks are preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving. During the show, they discuss the 30th anniversary of A Christmas Fantasy Parade, Knott’s Merry Farm, robotic Olaf, World of Frozen, and Disney Adventure World opening at Disneyland Paris, and Disney Cascade of Lights at Disney Adventure World as well. There are…
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Original Voices From Disney’s Animated ‘Hercules’ Reunite Aboard Disney Destiny for New ‘Disney Hercules’ Show
The original voices of Hercules and Megara from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Hercules came back together aboard the Disney Destiny for Disney Hercules in the Walt Disney Theatre. Susan Egan and Tate Donovan were the original voices for Megara and Hercules in the animated Disney feature. As the cast of the new musical Disney Hercules…
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Disneyland Band Adds Holiday Music to March-Along with Mickey and Friends
Every day at Disneyland, the Disneyland Band is joined by Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Pluto for a magical march-along. This starts with the Disneyland Band marching out from Sleeping Beauty Castle and performing Topsy Turvy from the Walt Disney Animation Studios film, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Then, a…
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Disney Will Be Thankful for ‘Zootopia 2’ if Box Office Predictions Prove to Be True
If tracking numbers prove to be even remotely true, Disney will be very thankful for Zootopia 2. The sequel to 2016’s Zootopia will be arriving in theaters officially on November 26, 2025. When it does, some industry experts are saying that the film looks like it could make upwards of $500 million globally by Sunday.…
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GUIDE: Gingerbread at Disneyland Resort this Holiday Season
The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort are underway. This spirited season is full of Disney magic, entertainment, merchandise, culinary offerings, and more! One of the highlights for many guests each year is the gingerbread that can be found throughout the Disneyland Resort. Some of the gingerbread is on display, and some can be eaten! Below…
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Guests to Experience New Levels of Storytelling at World of Frozen at Disneyland Paris
When World of Frozen opens at Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris on March 29, 2026, it will introduce guests to new levels of storytelling when they visit. As they walk down Adventure Way and head into this new World of Frozen, they will find themselves walking into the story that continues to be told…
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‘Tron: Ares’ Digital and Disc Home Release Dates Revealed
The dates for the release of Tron: Ares, both digitally and on disc, have been revealed. Tron: Ares will arrive on December 2 on digital platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. The film will be available on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray and DVD starting January 6, 2026. The film expands on the…
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Clawhauser Joins Judy Hopps & Nick Wilde From ‘Zootopia 2’ at Disney California Adventure
On Monday, November 24, 2025, Clawhauser made his Disneyland Resort debut at Disney California Adventure. The character joined Zootopia 2 co-stars Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde in Hollywood Backlot, where they met with fans who eagerly awaited their arrival. The characters arrived mid-morning and continued to meet with guests throughout the day. They arrive before…