Disney Legend Glynis Johns, Known for Playing Winifred Banks in ‘Mary Poppins,’ Passes Away at Age 100
Shannen Ace
Disney Legend Glynis Johns passed away on Thursday at the age of 100, ABC 7 Eyewitness News reports. According to Johns’ publicist Mitch Clem, she passed from natural causes. Johns portrayed Winifred Banks, suffragette and mother of Jane and Michael, in “Mary Poppins.” Before “Mary Poppins,” her Disney credits were Mary Tudor in “The Sword …
Spectrum TV Select Customers Can Now Access Ad-Supported Disney+
Shannen Ace
Charter Communications customers with their Spectrum TV Select bundle now have access to the ad-supported Disney+ Basic at no additional cost. Spectrum and Disney+ Earlier this year, Disney pulled all of their broadcasting channels from Spectrum due to a contract dispute with Charter Communications. The two companies reached a carriage deal in September that lets Charter bundle …
Universal Takes Top Spot at the Box Office for 2023, Unseating Disney as Reigning Champ Seven Years Running
Dylan Kennedy Grey
There’s a new box office heavyweight on the block, taking the crown from the titan heavyweight that is The Walt Disney Company: Universal Pictures ranked as the highest-grossing studio at the box office in 2023, according to Variety. Universal Takes Top Spot at the Box Office for 2023 For the first time since 2015, Disney …
BREAKING: Disneyland Resort Magic Key Sales Resuming Next Week
Shannen Ace
Disneyland Resort will resume sales of Magic Key passes — their equivalent to Annual Passes — on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, no earlier than 9:00 a.m. PT. Magic Key Sales Resuming All four types of Magic Key passes will be available for sale. Since September 2023, Magic Key passes have only been available for renewal. Magic Key …
Disney Cruise Line Bans Guests From Hiding Rubber Ducks
Shannen Ace
The practice of hiding rubber ducks on cruise ships is no longer allowed on Disney Cruise Line, according to a recent planDisney post. Rubber Ducks on Disney Cruise Line A guest asked planDisney, “Are we allowed to hide ducks on the ships? Security on our recent Disney cruise were removing them and told us to …
Disney on Broadway Concert Series Schedule Announced for 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has announced the schedule for the Disney on Broadway concert series, which takes place during the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, from January 12 through February 19. Disney on Broadway Concert Series 2024 Disney on Broadway performances are in the America Gardens Theatre at 5:30 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:00 …
Genie+ Sold Out Again for Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Shannen Ace
The Disney’s Hollywood Studios option of the Walt Disney World Genie+ Service is sold out today, January 4, 2024. Disney’s Hollywood Studios Genie+ Sold Out Genie+ for Disney’s Hollywood Studios was $26 per guest today. With Disney’s Hollywood Studios sold out, the multiple parks option ($29) is also unavailable. Genie+ remains available for Magic Kingdom …
Full Menus Released for 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food Studios
Shannen Ace
Disney released the full menus for the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts food studios on Thursday. The festival runs from January 12 through February 19. The Deconstructed Dish Food Items: Beverages: Cuisine Classique Food Items: Beverages: Figment’s Inspiration Station at the Odyssey: Art, Food, and Little Sparks of Magic Food Items: Beverages: The Craftsman’s …
FIRST LOOK: Imagination Pavilion Figment Popcorn Bucket Coming to 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts
Shannen Ace
Disney today released a preview of 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts food and souvenirs, including a first look at a new Imagination Pavilion popcorn bucket featuring Figment. Imagination! Pavilion Popcorn Bucket The popcorn bucket resembles the two pyramids of the pavilion, which are transparent so you can see Figment diving over a rainbow …
Disney Villainous Board Game Introducing More Accessible Beginners Format in 2024, New ‘Expandalone’ Features King Candy & Shere Khan
Shannen Ace
Ravensburger announced on Thursday that in 2024 they will move to a new format for their Disney Villains-based Villainous game that is cheaper and more accessible to beginners. 2024 Villainous Announcements “The Villainous community is full of passionate, friendly fans, who’ve used our games to introduce friends to the board gaming hobby for years, and we take …
Marvel’s ‘Echo’ Will Have Choctaw Language Dub
Shannen Ace
Marvel’s upcoming series “Echo” stars Native American actress Alaqua Cox as Maya Lopez, a member of the Choctaw Nation. The “Echo” creative team worked closely with the Choctaw Nation on the series and will be releasing a Choctaw language dub of the five episodes. “Echo” Choctaw Language Dub Marvel collaborated with the Choctaw Nation on …
Details Released for Disney+ Free Dining Plan Offer, Eeyore Calms Guests During Tokyo Disneyland Earthquake Warning, & More: Daily Recap (1/3/24)
Dylan Kennedy Grey
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic …
All of the Walt Disney World Road Closures for the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
Toni Ferrigno
With the runDisney 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend taking place January 3 – 7, multiple roads will be closed in and around the resort. Here’s everything you need to know to be prepared. January 5 Road Closures – Walt Disney World 10K On Friday, January 5, road closures will begin at 3 a.m. and …
‘Star Wars: Unlimited’ Team Reveals New Foil and Hyperspace Cards in First On-Air Pack Opening, Shares Details on Gameplay Formats
Toni Ferrigno
During an official “Star Wars: Unlimited” live stream, creators behind the upcoming trading card game revealed new foil and hyperspace cards. They also shared details about draft play and sealed play via the Star Wars: Unlimited website. New “Star Wars: Unlimited” Cards Revealed Set to be released March 8, 2024 with its first set, “Spark …
‘Steamboat Willie’ Horror Movie in the Works as Character Enters Public Domain
Toni Ferrigno
Steamboat Willie will soon enter the horror genre, as a horror film starring Steamboat Willie has been announced by director, Steven LaMorte. As of January 1, 2024, Mickey Mouse in his Steamboat Willie form is officially part of the public domain, and creators are wasting no time giving the 1928 character their own spin. According …
New Germany Pavilion Souvenir Stein With Nods to Karamell-Küche, Clock Tower, and More Available at EPCOT
Toni Ferrigno
If you’re visiting EPCOT, you may want to head to the Germany Pavilion, as a brand-new Germany Souvenir Stein just dropped. Germany Souvenir Stein – $19-$20.75 The thick plastic stein is designed to look like a vintage German stein with details from the EPCOT Germany Pavilion. The front includes the phrase “herzlich willkommen,” which translates …
Third Party Now Selling Mickey Mouse NFTs After Character Enters Public Domain
Shannen Ace
On January 1, 2024, “Steamboat Willie” and therefore the first depiction of Mickey Mouse became public domain. Various Mickey Mouse projects have been announced in the days since, including a “Steamboat Willie” horror video game. The very first image of Mickey Mouse in “Steamboat Willie” is also now an NFT, minted at midnight on January …
Universal Volcano Bay Closing on Thursday Due to Cold Weather
Shannen Ace
Universal Volcano Bay will be closed again tomorrow, Thursday, January 4, due to inclement weather in Central Florida. Volcano Bay Closing Again Thursday in Orlando is set to be cloudy with a high of 63° and a low of 48° (via Weather.com). Temperatures will rise back into the 70s on Friday and Saturday, although thunderstorms …
PHOTOS, VIDEO: Eeyore Calms Guests During Earthquake Warning at Tokyo Disneyland
Dylan Kennedy Grey
The depressed donkey who always expects the worst in any situation found himself the unexpected hero during an earthquake warning at Tokyo Disneyland. In an Instagram reel from user jasnhill, Eeyore calms guests and shows them how to stay safe at the park. Eeyore Calms Guests During Earthquake Warning at Tokyo Disneyland In the reel, …
5-Legged Goat and More Mary Blair Inspiration Found on NEW Murals at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
Shannen Ace
Bayview Gifts in Disney’s Contemporary Resort has two new murals inspired by the resort and Mary Blair’s artwork. According to Cast Members, the murals were created near the end of December. They are behind the checkout counters. Bayview Gifts Murals Behind the confections case counter is a mural with an orange-striped background. There are some …
The Walt Disney Company Announces Date for Q1 2024 Earnings Call
Shannen Ace
The Walt Disney Company will discuss their fiscal first quarter 2024 financial results via live audio webcast on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. The webcast will begin at 4:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. PT. Results will be released after the close of regular trading on February 7, 2024. The webcast will be broadcast at www.disney.com/investors. …
Blackwells Capital Nominating Three Individuals to Disney Board of Directors
Shannen Ace
Investment firm Blackwells Capital LLC intends to nominate three individuals for Disney’s Board of Directors at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders this spring, The Walt Disney Company shared in a statement. Disney defended their current Board, calling them an “experienced, diverse, and highly qualified Board that is focused on the long-term performance of the …
Genie+ for Magic Kingdom Sells Out for Second Day in a Row
Shannen Ace
The Disney Genie+ Service is sold out for Magic Kingdom today, January 3, 2024, as of 11:30 a.m. This is the second day in a row Genie+ has sold out for Magic Kingdom. Genie+ Sold Out for Magic Kingdom Because Magic Kingdom is sold out, the multiple parks Genie+ option is also now unavailable. They …
Walt Disney World Annual Passholders Can Save Up to 35% on Hotel Rooms This Spring
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World has announced a hotel room discount for Annual Passholders available in early 2024. Annual Passholder Room Discount Annual Passholders can save up to 35% on stays most Sunday through Thursday nights from January 1 through February 22, and from February 25 through March 24. They can save up to 20% on stays …
Reopening Timeframe Announced for Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Shannen Ace
As previously announced, Kali River Rapids at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be closed for its annual refurbishment beginning on January 8, 2024. We now know approximately when it will reopen. Kali River Rapids 2024 Refurbishment The Walt Disney World website states: From January 8, 2024 to mid-March, Kali River Rapids will be temporarily unavailable due …
Disney Teams Up With ValueAct Capital Investment Firm for Strategic Consultation
Shannen Ace
The Walt Disney Company has entered an agreement with ValueAct Capital Management, L.P., a San Francisco-based investment firm. Through the agreement, Disney will provide information to ValueAct Capital and consult with the firm on “strategic matters.” ValueAct Capital built a significant stake in The Walt Disney Company over last summer. They have previously worked with …
Disney+ Subscribers Free Dining Plan Offer Details Released for Walt Disney World Vacations
Katie Francis
More information has been released about the previously announced free dining plan offer for Disney+ subscribers on Walt Disney World vacations. Free Dining Plan Offer Proof of Disney+ subscription is required to take advantage of this offer. It’s available for vacation arrivals on most nights from July 1 through September 30, 2024. The package includes …
NEW Florida Resident Discount Announced for Walt Disney World Hotel Stays in Spring & Summer 2024
Katie Francis
Walt Disney World has announced a new hotel discount for Florida residents vacationing this spring and summer. Florida Resident Discount Florida residents can save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights from March 25 through July 7, 2024. The length of stay requirement is a minimum of 1 …
New Discount Offers Up to 35% Off on 5+ Night Walt Disney World Resort Hotel Stays
Katie Francis
A new discount for Walt Disney World Resort hotel stays of five nights or more has been announced. Save Up to 35% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels When You Stay 5 Nights or Longer Save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels when you stay 5 consecutive nights or longer—or …
Free Dining Plan Offer for Disney+ Subscribers at Walt Disney World Resort, Remains of Woman Missing for 12 Years Found Just Outside of Walt Disney World Property, & More: Daily Recap (1/2/24)
Dylan Kennedy Grey
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, January 2, 2024. Walt Disney World Magic …
Join the Battle With New Army Green Avengers Merchandise at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Avengers, assemble! It’s time to suit up, as a new Avengers merchandise collection set in an army green color scheme has arrived at Walt Disney World. We found all of these items at World of Disney in Disney Springs. Avengers Ball Cap – $29.99 The ball cap has a weathered white and black Avengers “A” …
New Park Icon Socks Include Removable Pin, Available Now at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Walt Disney World Resort stocked an interesting new pair of socks this week. These park icon socks come with a removable Walt Disney World logo pin. Socks With Removable Pin – $16.99 The socks are light blue with dark blue toes and ankles. Walt Disney World park icons, like Cinderella Castle and the Tree of …
Cabins at Fort Wilderness Will be First Pet-Friendly Disney Vacation Club Resort
Shannen Ace
Disney Vacation Club has filed new documents with the Orange County Comptroller that reveal information about the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and reference Palmetto Trust Association, Inc. Cabins at Fort Wilderness to be Pet-Friendly According to DVC News, the documents mostly cover standard timeshare rules and disclosures. There is a 17-page …
PHOTOS: Wall Becomes Window as Panel Falls on Carousel of Progress in Magic Kingdom
Shannen Ace
A wall panel in the first room of Carousel of Progress in Magic Kingdom has come loose and fallen, turning that part of the wall into a window. Wall Panel Falls on Carousel of Progress The wall panel fell behind the table next to John, the father of the Carousel of Progress family. The panel …
New Figment Munchlings Pin, ‘Robin Hood’ Valentine’s Day Pin, and Hat Day Pin Arrive at Walt Disney World
Shannen Ace
Three new pins are now available at Frontier Trading Post in Magic Kingdom. The first is inspired by Figment and the other two are inspired by fun holidays. Limited Edition Fig-clair Figment Munchlings Pin – $19.99 This Figment design seems to be inspired by the Fig-clair Figment Munchling plush for the 2024 EPCOT International Festival …
BREAKING: Universal Orlando Premier Annual Passholders Required to Make Reservation to Use Complimentary Halloween Horror Nights Ticket in 2025
Brit Tuttle
The updated benefits for Universal Orlando Annual Passes have been released for 2024, and they include an interesting update for Premier Annual Pass holders hoping to use their included single-night admission to Halloween Horror Nights in 2025. New Reservation Requirement for Complimentary Halloween Horror Nights Ticket As part of their pass perks, Premier Annual Pass …
PHOTOS: Bright Colors Added to Roof of Trollercoaster Load Platform, New Tree Stumps Appear in DreamWorks Land at Universal Studios Florida
Annie Wilson
Most of the work happening to the new DreamWorks land at Universal Studios Florida is hidden behind construction walls, but we can see a few new additions around the area being built at Universal Studios Florida DreamWorks Land Construction The top of Shrek’s tree stump home is difficult to hide as it towers over the …
Remains of Woman Missing for 12 Years Found Just Outside of Walt Disney World Property
Shannen Ace
The body of a woman who went missing almost 12 years ago was just discovered in a retention pond near Walt Disney World, WESH 2 News reports. Human Remains Found Near Walt Disney World Sandra Lemire disappeared in May of 2012 after leaving for a date with a man she met online. She was living …
Genie+ Sells Out for Magic Kingdom For First Time This Year
Shannen Ace
The Magic Kingdom option of Disney Genie+ Service has sold out today, January 2, 2024, for the first time since December 20, 2023. Magic Kingdom Genie+ Sold Out Disney’s Hollywood Studios and subsequently the multiple parks options sold out earlier today. Genie+ cost $26 for Disney’s Hollywood Studios, $29 for Magic Kingdom, and $29 for …
New Turkey Leg T-Shirt at Walt Disney World
Katie Francis
Turkey Leg lovers will want to check out this new Walt Disney World t-shirt featuring the famous theme park snack. We found the new Turkey Leg t-shirt in Fantasy Faire, the exit gift shop for Mickey’s PhilharMagic. Turkey Leg T-Shirt – $29.99 A cartoon Turkey Leg is steaming hot against a black and orange background. …