Tag: Walt Disney Animation Studios
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The Emperor’s New Groove | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 15, 2000
On this day in 2000, ‘The Emperor’s New Groove’ was released in theaters. It starred David Spade, John Goodman, Eartha Kitt, and Patrick Warburton. Following the Disney Renaissance, the film was praised for its rapid pacing, witty ad-libbed dialogue, and irreverent humor. Originally called ‘Kingdom of the Sun,’ the story was drastically and rapidly overhauled…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Now The Highest Grossing Movie of 2025
Just 20 days after making its way into theaters, Zootopia 2 is now the highest-grossing Hollywood movie of the year. To date, it has earned $1.13 billion globally, surpassing the $1 billion mark earlier this week. It has now passed Disney’s live-action version of Lilo & Stitch at the box office to take the top…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Passes $1 Billion Mark at the Box Office in Record Time
Zootopia 2 is passing the $1 billion mark at the global box office today. This milestone is being reached in just a record-breaking 17 days. This is the fastest that a PG film has ever done this. To date, the film has made $232.7 million domestically and $753.4 million internationally. Going into today, the film…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Nears $1 Billion Mark After Second Weekend at Box Office
Zootopia 2 continues to chug forward at the global box office. After its second weekend in theaters, the film is nearing the $1 billion mark globally. It is expected to pass this massive milestone this week. Over the weekend, the film came in second place at the box office domestically. It garnered another $43 million.…
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New Details Revealed For The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
There are a lot of things to look forward to in 2026 at the Disney Parks. Both at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, details have been released for what will be coming in the next year. One of the new things at Walt Disney World Resort is The Magic of Disney Animation at Disney’s…
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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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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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‘Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season’ Returns to Celebrate Magical Gifts of the Season
For the second year in a row, Mirabel’s Gifts of the Season is being presented at Disney California Adventure. This holiday offering is a wonderful celebration of the spirit of the holidays. It also has a great message that embraces everyone’s individual gifts that they bring to the table. All of this is done through…
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Oliver & Company | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 18, 1988
On this day in 1988, the animated feature ‘Oliver & Company’ was released in U.S. theaters. The story was inspired by Charles Dickens’ novel ‘Oliver Twist’, with the setting changed to a modern New York City. Oliver is a homeless kitten who joins in with a gang of dogs who use desperate methods to survive…
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Chicken Little | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 4, 2005
On this day in 2005, Disney’s ‘Chicken Little’ debuted in theaters. The story was partly inspired by the European fable “Henny Penny.” When Chicken Little tries to escape his bad reputation for inciting panic over nothing, he learns that some alien visitors may be the real source of the problem. The film was Disney’s first…
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Paperman | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 2, 2012
On this day in 2012, the animated short ‘Paperman’ was released in front of ‘Wreck-It Ralph.’ The romantic comedy follows a man who falls in love at first sight with a woman on the train. He uses a swarm of paper airplanes to regain her attention in a heartwarming fashion. The short employed a mix…
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How ‘Zootopia 2’ Tests Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde’s Relationship
It’s been nine years since audiences first met Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ award-winning $1 billion blockbuster Zootopia. But, in the highly anticipated sequel Zootopia 2 (opening in theaters November 26), little time has passed since they became the Zootopia Police Department’s first bunny and fox cops, respectively. (The just-released trailer features the all-new original…
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‘Zootopia 2’ – Meet the Lynxley Family
New cast members and characters for the upcoming Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film Zootopia 2 have been revealed. These new characters are voiced by some fairly well-known actors. The news was shared on social media with the following post: Meet your newest #Zootopia2PH cast as The Lynxley Family! Andy Samberg is Pawbert Lynxley, Macaulay Culkin…
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It’s Disney Princesses Against Disney Villains in New Trailer for ‘Lego Disney Princess: Villains Unite’
Watch the exciting trailer for ‘Lego Disney Princess: Villains Unite,’ where heroes face villains led by Gaston. Join the adventure!
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The Black Cauldron | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 24, 1985
On this day in 1985, ‘The Black Cauldron’ was released in theaters.
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The Future of Walt Disney Animation Studios and Why it Could Be Really Good
The Walt Disney Animation Chief Creative Officer Jared Bush shared his vision for the future and it could be really good.
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Legendary Director Ron Clements Returns to Walt Disney Animation Studios
While being inducted into the Annecy Walk of Fame, it was also announced that Ron Clements is returning to Disney.
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The Walt Disney Studios Showcases Upcoming Film Slate at CinemaCon 2025
Explore the highlights of Disney CinemaCon 2025, featuring sneak peeks of upcoming releases from iconic Disney studios.
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Walt Disney Animation Studios’ ‘Lilo & Stitch’ to Be Released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
The original animated ‘Lilo & Stitch’ will be released on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray ahead of the arrival of the live-action film in theaters.
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Ed Catmull | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 31, 1945
On this day in 1945, computer scientist and Pixar Animation Studios co-founder Ed Catmull was born.
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‘The Princess and the Frog’ Disney+ Series Canceled
A Disney+ series based on The Princess and the Frog is no longer happening. The Walt Disney Animation Studios shelved Tiana as the series didn’t come together in a way Disney wanted. This came despite the best efforts of Disney which included mixing up the creative team and other changes. The Hollywood Reporter broke this…
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‘Moana 2’ Reaches $1 Billion at Box Office
‘Moana 2’ continues to reach new heights at the box office, this time reaching the $1 billion milestone at the box office.
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The Princess and the Frog | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 11, 2009
On this day in 2009, ‘The Princess and the Frog’ was released widely in theaters.
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How the Oceanic Cultural Trust Took ‘Moana 2’ to New Depths
When it comes to Moana, the Oceanic Cultural Trust serves as the ultimate guide. When Walt Disney Animation Studios was developing its 2016 feature film Moana, filmmakers John Musker, Ron Clements, Don Hall, Chris Williams, and Osnat Shurer wanted to ensure that the story — about a strong-willed, independent wayfinder from Motunui — was both authentic and respectful…