Tag: Disney Plus
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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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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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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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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+ 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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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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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…
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Cast of Hamilton to Host Twitter Watch Party on Disney+
The cast of Hamilton will be hosting a twitter watch party on the opening day of Hamilton on Disney+. During this watch party, the cast of Hamilton will be tweeting along as part of the festivities of the show arriving on Disney+. The announcement came from twitter earlier today. Those who want to be a…
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A New Mountain – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1039 (#510)
Welcome to a big episode of GEEKS CORNER! Just before the show began, Tokyo Disney Resort reopened the gates to the parks there. This comes a week after it was announced that the parks at the Disneyland Resort would NOT be reopening on July 17th. In other news, Splash Mountain is being rethemed to have…
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Disney+ Heats Up With “Summer Movie Nights” Featuring Brand New Original Movies And Blockbuster Hits
Marquee New Additions Dropping Every Friday Include: “X-Men”, “Beauty and the Beast” (2017), and “The Greatest Showman” BURBANK, Calif. (June 29, 2020) – This summer, set a date with Disney+ for “Summer Movie Nights” featuring a sizzling lineup of brand new original and newly announced family favorite movies coming to the service. Beginning Friday, July 3…
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Black is King Visual Album From Beyonce Coming to Disney+ on July 31st!
BEYONCÉ WRITES, DIRECTS AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCES VISUAL ALBUM “BLACK IS KING” New film is based on the music of “The Lion King: The Gift” Teaser for the visual album is now available Disney+ to Premiere the Visual Album Globally on July 31, 2020 BURBANK, Calif. (June 27, 2020) – Parkwood Entertainment, in association with Disney+, announced and debuted…
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Muppets Now Trailer Released Ahead of Disney+ Arrival
The Muppets have released a new trailer head of their new show, Muppets Now, arriving on Disney+ on July 31st. Along with the trailer, there are a new images as well of the show. This show is an unscripted six-series starring Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the entire Muppet gang. Muppets Now Official Trailer…
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Disney+ Sets 15th September as Launch Date for Eight More European Countries
LONDON (June 23, 2020) — The Walt Disney Company’s Direct-to-Consumer & International segment has set 15thSeptember as the launch date for Disney+ in eight markets across Western and Northern Europe. Pricing has also been confirmed per market. The streaming service will launch in Portugal, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, Belgium and Luxembourg on 15th September…
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Disney+ Releases Trailer for Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2
Into the Unknown: Making Frozen 2 will be arriving on Disney+ on Friday, June 26. Ahead of this six-episode documentary series arrival on Disney’s streaming service, a trailer has been shared. This documentary series will take a behind the scenes look at how the number one animated film of all time was brought to life.…
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Bob And Mack Woodruff Embark On A Journey Around The Globe In Disney+ Original Series “Rogue Trip”
Complete Six-Part Series from National Geographic Begins Streaming July 24 BURBANK, Calif. (June 18, 2020) – Taking viewers on a globetrotting adventure with ABC News Correspondent Bob Woodruff and his son Mack, the Disney+ original series “Rogue Trip” will premiere with all episodes available on Friday, July 24. The six-part show from National Geographic follows…
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Official Hamilton Trailer Released Ahead of Disney+ Premiere
The official trailer for Hamilton has been released ahead of its arrival on Disney+ on July 3. The show was filmed live on stage with the original cast at the Richard Rodgers Theatre in 2016 and was originally planned to come to the big screen. Now, ahead of its arrival on Disney’s streaming service, a trailer has…
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Disney+ Streaming Service No Longer Offering Free Trials
Since the Disney+ streaming service launched November 12, the giant has passed more than 50 million paid subscribers. This week, fans have noticed that Disney has removed the button from the seven-day free trial on their website log-in, which may be linked to the success they have seen this year. It could also be in…
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Here’s What’s Coming to Disney+ in July!
Since launching in November 2019, Disney+ has continued to add content and subscribers. Each month, more titles are added to Disney’s streaming service. July will be no exception. In fact, July will have some incredible titles being added. A highlight for many will be the addition of Hamilton on July 3, Solo: A Star Wars…
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The One and Only Ivan to Premiere on Disney+ in August
Unforgettable Tale about One Very Special Gorilla Directed by Thea Sharrock Features the Voices of Sam Rockwell, Angelina Jolie, Danny DeVito, Helen Mirren and Stars Bryan Cranston BURBANK, Calif. (June 12, 2020) — The Walt Disney Studios announced today that the heartwarming adventure “The One and Only Ivan,” an adaptation of the bestselling, award-winning book about…
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Disney+ Original “Diary Of A Future President” Returns For A Second Season
Hit Series From CBS Television Studios and Gina Rodriguez’s I Can And I Will Productions Receives 10-Episode Order BURBANK, Calif. (May 29, 2020) – Disney+ announced today that the popular scripted series, “Diary of a Future President” has been renewed for a second season. From CBS Television Studios and I Can and I Will Productions,…
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Secret Society of Second Born Royals to Stream Exclusively on Disney+ on July 17
The new live-action Disney+ original movie, “Secret Society of Second-Born Royals,” will stream exclusively on the service starting Friday, July 17, 2020. Below is a link to view the trailer for this cinematic movie that combines the allure of royalty with the action-packed adventures of superheroes-in-training. Peyton Elizabeth Lee (“Andi Mack”) leads a dynamic ensemble…