Tag: Star Wars
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Game of Thrones Duo Behind Next Star Wars Movie Bob Iger Confirms
This week Bob Iger confirmed that the next installment of Star Wars will be helmed by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss, the duo behind Game of Thrones. The announcement came while Iger was speaking at the MoffetNathanson Media & Communications Summit. The movie will be arriving in theaters in December of 2022. “We did a deal…
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All-New Photos from Inside Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort Edge Released by D23
We are just four weeks away from the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park! The excitement just keeps building as we find out more about the interactive games and attractions in the land. Today, D23 released all-new photos of Batuu. The photos give us a hint into the story that we will…
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Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Announced for December Release
This last week the world celebrated Star Wars day on May 4th. There were multiple Star Wars announcements and festivities happening around the globe. One of these announcements focused on multiple books arriving ahead and around Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. One of these books that was announced was Art of Star Wars: The…
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Disney and Fox Film Release Schedule Through 2027
The Walt Disney Studios has unveiled its upcoming slate following the recent acquisition of the Fox film studios, including changes to previously dated films and a number of major additions. After kicking off with the record-setting success of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Endgame, The Walt Disney Studios’ 2019 summer slate includes Disney’s Aladdin on May…
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A Morning of Waiting: How the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Reservation Process Worked for Guests
This morning, the reservation process to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened. Guests everywhere patiently waited at their computer (or in some cases, multiple devices) for their chance at getting to see Batuu. After lots of waiting, we got our chance to reserve our slot but we wanted to walk through the process that we went…
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New Logo for Disney’s Hollywood Studios Debuts on 30th Anniversary
A brand new logo has debuted for Disney’s Hollywood Studios. It made its debut during the anniversary celebration which took place in the main plaza in front of the Chinese Theater. The new logo reflects the changes to the park with the upcoming openings of Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. …
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Disney’s Hollywood Studios 30th Anniversary – The Celebration Looking Back and Looking Forward
Today is the 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios! The park has undergone some changes over the years and continues to change. But, it has always paid tribute to the grand Hollywood and the magic of movies! The Disney’s Hollywood Studios Anniversary Ceremony Walt Disney World paid tribute to the opening day with a parade…
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Celebrate May the 4th and Star Wars with Special Happenings at the Disneyland Resort
There’s been an awakening. Have you felt it? All through Disneyland Resort, Star Wars is joining in the fun! This weekend, we are so excited to celebrate May the 4th all over Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park! Want to join the fun in a galaxy far, far away? Here’s everything you can experience. Experience Hyperspace Mountain, the…
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How You Can Turn Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort into An Interactive Universe
When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at Disneyland, it will be unlike anything we have ever seen among our Magic Kingdom. Of course, we know it will be a highly immersive land that will follow our actions. Did you crash the Millennium Falcon? Well, the bartenders at Oga’s Cantina already know and they may not…
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Disneyland Resort to Open Up Reservations to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on May 2nd
Reservations will be available for general guests wishing to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge starting on May 2nd. The news comes from the Disney Parks Blog. Guests planning to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge between May 31st and June 23rd will be required to have a free reservation to get into the land. A separate…
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The Rise of Skywalker & Skittles – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 929 (#447)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week the geeks mix Skittles and gravy… for better or worse. They also talk about Star Wars Celebration and the new teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. They also geek out about the Disney+ details that were released this last week. This also includes…
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Disney, Lucasfilm and FIRST to Inspire the Next Generation of Heroes and Innovators
Lucasfilm and parent company Disney, and the global K–12 nonprofit organization FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) are working together to inspire the next generation of heroes and innovators through the Star Wars: Force for Change philanthropic initiative. On Saturday, April 13, during Star Wars Celebration in Chicago, it was announced that Disney and Lucasfilm are providing…
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Coffee Champion Goes to Disneyland – DAPS VLOG
Welcome to this week’s DAPS VLOG! This week was a bit of a different week for the DAPS MAGIC team. The day began not at Disneyland, but instead at Starbucks. Caitie was competing in a competition there. This is a competition that she ended up winning! After the big win, some In n’ Out, and…
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New Details Unveiled About Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Star Wars Celebration
New details about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge have been unveiled during a panel at Star Wars Celebration in Chicago. The panel, Bringing Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge to Life at Disney Parks, featured Chris Beatty, Asa Kalama, Margaret Kerrison and Scott Trowbridge from Walt Disney Imagineering along with Doug Chiang and Matt Martin from Lucasfilm. FIRST…
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With the Skywalker Saga Coming to an End, What is Next for Star Wars?
Twenty years ago I remember anticipating getting tickets and seeing the continuation of a saga that captivated my imagination since I was a youngling. Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace was not my first introduction to Star Wars. I watched the movies on VHS shortly after The Return of the Jedi left theaters and…
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Cast and Crew Share About Making Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker at Star Wars Celebration
This morning the title and first trailer for Star Wars: Episode IX was released during a panel dedicated to the movie at Star Wars Celebration. Hosted by Stephen Colbert, it began with a funny yet heartfelt opening. During his opening, he shared that his friend J.J. Abrams invited him to visit the Episode IX set.…
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Title and First Trailer Released for Star Wars: Episode IX!
The first trailer and title have been released for Star Wars: Episode IX. Both were released during a panel dedicated to the movie at Star Wars Celebration Chicago. Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker is the name for this movie. Watch the trailer here: Star Wars Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker Teaser “Every…
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The Walt Disney Company Details All-New Disney+ Streaming Service at 2019 Investor Day
Today The Walt Disney Company shared details about its upcoming streaming service, Disney+ to investors. It will be launching in the United States on November 12, 2019. The price point for this will be $6.99 monthly or $69.99 for a yearly subscription. Disney+ will offer content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic…
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Captain Marvelous – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 924 (#442)
Welcome to another episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a lot of marvelous things to cover. Most of it revolves around Captain Marvel! In this episode, the geeks chat about the movie, its opening weekend, and the new meet and greet location found at Disney California Adventure. In other movie news, there is…
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Bob Iger Announces Disney Vault Program Ending at Walt Disney Company’s 2019 Shareholder Meeting
This morning, Disney fans were overjoyed to learn more details about the Walt Disney Company. While Galaxy’s Edge took center stage at the shareholder’s meeting, we’re excited to share about the Disney+ Streaming Service with you! Disney Vault Of course, the newest service has been highly anticipated by fans as everything from Disney classics to…
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Disney Announces Opening Dates for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Today, the opening dates for Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge were announced at the annual meeting for The Walt Disney Company shareholders. The announcement has been highly anticipated and dates speculated about. Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge will be opening at the Disneyland Resort on May 31, 2019, at Disneyland. For Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Walt…
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Walt Disney Imagineering Gives a First Look into Lifelike Animatronics at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
Last night, Disney announced all the would be coming when we see Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge coming to parks. Today, we got our first look from Walt Disney Imagineering into the animatronics that will be used in the park! In the 30-second clip from YouTube, we get a look at the newest line of animatronic. We…
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Costumes For Highly Anticipated Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Revealed at Cast Member Preview Party
Last night, cast members of the Disneyland Resort were treated to a fashion show for the upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. The costumes for various locations were shown off and excitement has built. We’re excited to share what you will be able to find when you venture into Galaxy’s Edge, whether at Disneyland or in…
