Tag: News
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Patriotic Merchandise Now Available in Disney Parks
Fourth of July weekend is upon us! To celebrate this patriotic holiday, Disney Parks have released some pretty festive items. Disney Parks Blog gave the lowdown on what guests can look forward to. Items such as t-shirts, jewelry, pins, and more, are themed with the noble red, white and blue. Merchandise is now available on…
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Disney Consumer Products & Disney Interactive Merge Divisions
Announced on Monday, Disney Consumer Products and Disney Interactive have joined together. The two groups, now one, are a new operating force titled Disney Consumer Products and Interactive Media. Variety states that the both Leslie Ferraro and Jimmy Pitaro will run the division. Each has had a past with the separate sections. This move was announced by Disney’s COO, Tom Staggs.…
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Marvel Announces Winners of Ant-Man Micro-Tech Challenge
Over the course of the week, the Marvel Universe will celebrate the red carpet world premiere of Ant-Man as well as the winners of the “Ant-Man Micro-Tech Challenge.” This challenge which accepted applications from young women between May 21 – June 11, 2015, has selected the top five. Applicants to MARVEL’S ANT-MAN MICRO-TECH CHALLENGE were asked to…
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Disney Channel’s “Teen Beach 2” Now on DVD
Surf’s up! Disney Channel’s Teen Beach 2 is now out on DVD. If you were a fan of the first one, you’ll be a fan of the second. Dive in and rock out with the hottest surf sequel under the sun! Now that summer ‘s over and school has begun, Brady (Ross Lynch) and Mack’s…
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Marvel Comics News June 22 – June 27 2015
After months of Secret Wars news, we finally get to see what will come post war. It’s a new Marvel Universe, and several new comics are emerging. The biggest news items? Hulk, for one. Bruce Banner is not the Hulk anymore. We’ll find out in the new series who it is, and it sounds like…
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Peter Pan’s Flight to Feature New Magic at Disneyland Park
Since the closure of Peter Pan’s Flight over in Disneyland Park, guests are highly anticipating the reopening of the attraction after a well deserved refurbishment. Disney Imagineers are hard at work, adding all sorts of extra pixie dust to the attraction. Disney Parks Blog shared a little glimpse of that we can look forward to.…
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Season One of Star Wars Rebels Out on Blu-ray 9/1
Star Wars Rebels fans, season one is soon heading to Blu-ray and DVD. That means all 15 episodes of the season can now be yours to enjoy. In addition, there will be some pretty exciting bonus content and interviews. Be sure to mark those calendars. Season one is hitting shelves on September 1. Bonus content…
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Disney Wants To Invest $1 Billion Into Disneyland
Yesterday, the OC Register released an article saying that Disney wants to invest $1 billion into the Disneyland Resort with expansions in order to extend the no tax on tickets for another 30 years. Currently there is no tax on tickets, but this policy from Anaheim is set to expire next year (we posted an…
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Disney Parks to Ban Selfie-Sticks
The days of having a selfie-stick inside of a Disney Park will soon come to an end. The Orlando Sentinel released an article stating that both the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort are to set a park-wide ban on the items starting on June 30. Disney World spokeswoman Kim Prunty gave this quote, “We…
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“Ant-Man’s” Paul Rudd Makes Appearance at Disney California Adventure Park
Over at Disney California Adventure Park on Thursday, the Ant-Man himself made a special appearance. Actor Paul Rudd surprised guests in Bugs Land as he posed for photos. Located right outside the Bug’s Life Theater, where an exclusive look of the film is being shown, he greeted guests. The next evolution of the Marvel Cinematic Universe…
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Walt Disney Studios Sets New Record Reaching $1 Billion in Domestic Box Office Sales
Marking a huge milestone, Walt Disney Studios has reached $1 billion in domestic box office sales in the past 174 days. News broke on Thursday of this achievement and the Los Angeles Times noted, “this is the 10th consecutive year and the 19th year overall that the studio has surpassed the box office milestone.” The…
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Disney Interactive Releases New Gif App
Looks like sending text messages will be a bit more fun after you discover the Disney Gif app. Released on Thursday, Disney Interactive has unveiled a brand new app filled with a variety of gifs. The app is free and can be found in the Apple App Store. A wide variety of characters, emotions and…
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Pixar Animation Studios Event Lineup for 2015 D23 Expo
D23 Expo attendees, here are a few exciting details that are set to take part this coming August. Pixar Animation Studios has announced several new events, panels and more for the 2015 D23 Expo. Even more so, the expo is set to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Toy Story. From August 14-16, the Anaheim Convention…
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Fourth of July Weekend to Feature Military Performances at the Disneyland Resort
Over at the Disneyland Resort, July 4 is set to be a fun filled and patriotic day. Disney Parks Blog has shared the lineup of entertainment, which will be celebrated from July 2-5. Check out the lineup below. Enjoy! United States Air Force Honor Guard from Washington D.C. July 2-5, 2015 Disneyland Park 3:15 p.m. –…
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Disney to Develop Film About Charles Darwin
Looks like Disney has a new movie in the works. This time around it is not a live-action remake. According to Deadline, Disney is moving forward to create a film based on Charles Darwin. Charles Darwin is known for his theories on evolution and natural selection. Darwin had a bit of that Indiana Jones-like swashbuckling spirit…
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What You Need to Know About Character Dining at the Disneyland Resort
Dining at the Disneyland Resort is always a fun experience. From trying out new flavors of food to enjoying time with the people you care about, enjoying a meal at the resort can create lasting memories. Option wise, the resort offers quick service, table service and character dining. Each of the dining selections will bring…
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First Look at Upcoming 2015 D23 Expo Merchandise
In a recent announcement from Disney Parks Blog, the 2015 D23 Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center will have some pretty awesome merchandise. Set to take place August 14-16, fans will gather to take part in the ultimate Disney fan expo. So to commemorate the event, select merchandise will be themed with the D23 logo.…
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Marvel Television Returning To San Diego Comic-Con
San Diego’s very own Comic-Con is almost here! If you are one of the lucky ones that will be attending, get ready for an action packed weekend. Announced on Monday, Marvel Television is set to return with several panels. Those in attendance will get a chance to see and hear about new and upcoming entertainment.…
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‘Inside Out’ Brings in $91.1 Million During Opening Weekend
Over the weekend, Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out hit theaters, just one week after Universal’s Jurassic World, which broke numerous records. Despite the overwhelming Universal success, audience goers still went to the theaters to venture into the mind of Riley. According to TIME, the film grossed a total of $91.1 million during the weekend. With…
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Disney’s “Lady and the Tramp” Celebrates 60 Years
Looking back on the film industry, there have been a wide variety of films that have captured the hearts of many. On June 22, 1955, the Disney Animated Classic Lady and the Tramp made its debut. Starring two dogs from diverse backgrounds, they discovered that being different is not always a bad thing. 60 years…
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Marvel Comics News June 15 – June 21 2015
Happy Father’s Day, and a shout out to my dad who first got me into comics with issues of Green Lantern, Captain America, and Sensational Spider-Man when I was just a little kid. Great job, dad! This week had a short amount of news bits for Marvel Comics, but a couple of really big announcements.…
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Award Wieners of Disney California Adventure Park now Serving ‘Inside Out’ Themed Items
Feeling a bit hungry? Disney Parks Blog has shared a few new food items inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out. These items are now available at Disney California Adventure Park. Over at Award Wieners in Hollywood Land, two new hot dogs have joined the menu for a limited time. Jubilant “Joy” Dog – sweet…
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2015 D23 Expo Advanced Discount Ticket Sales Ending Soon
If you have not purchased tickets yet for the 2015 D23 Expo, there is still time! But, if you wish to purchase discounted tickets, the advanced sale ends on June 30. After June 30, tickets will be marked at the expo admission price. If you wish to purchase tickets, please click here. The expo is…
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A First Look at Disney California Adventure Park’s ‘Inside Out’ Pre-Parade Float
It is going to be hard to contain your emotions when you see the new Inside Out pre-parade float. Debuting on June 19, Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust and Sadness will make an appearance right before the Pixar Play Parade in Disney California Adventure Park. Disney Parks Blog shared a first look of the new float…