Brit Tuttle 
In an interview with CNBC before today’s Q1 2024 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Iger announced that Disney and Epic Games will enter into a strategic partnership, with the former investing $1.5 billion into the developers of “Fortnite.” Disney Teams Up with Epic Games for New ‘Fortnite’ Collaboration The multi-year collaboration … Read more
In an interview with CNBC before today’s Q1 2024 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Iger revealed that a “Moana” feature-length sequel film, currently titled “Moana 2,” will hit theaters later this year. ‘Moana 2’ Announced The news came as a surprise, as a “Moana” television series was previously in development. That … Read more
Jurassic World VelociCoaster at Universal Islands of Adventure is closed for a third day in a row, after significant downtime this weekend, leading to growing concern from fans about the extended unexpected closure. Jurassic World VelociCoaster Technical Difficulties The Jurassic World-themed roller coaster has been closed for two full days now. According to an Inside … Read more
Gina Carano is suing Disney over her firing from “The Mandalorian,” Blackwells Capital has launched its Disney proxy fight, and Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. are teaming up for a new sports streaming app — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Tuesday, February 6, 2024. Walt Disney World Disney’s Hollywood Studios New … Read more
Following the recently posted auditions for the roles of Ariel and Prince Eric, Disney has also posted auditions for puppeteers to join the company of “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as well as shared new concept art for the show. New ‘The Little Mermaid’ Concept Art Revealed The … Read more
Announced in early January 2024, the upcoming Star Wars film, “The Mandalorian & Grogu,” has set its production start date, according to ComicBook.com. ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Production Begins This Summer Directed by series creator Jon Favreau, the film was previously said to enter production sometime this year. Thanks to a new listing on the … Read more
Even Universal Orlando cannot stay away from the hype of Stanley tumblers, as the resort has launched its own take with the new Mardi Gras tumbler. We found it in the Universal Studios Store at Universal Studios Florida. Universal Mardi Gras Tumbler – $40 The tumbler is matte black, with the same shape as a … Read more
A surprise bit of snowfall has blanketed Tokyo Disney Resort, creating a magical winter scene that guests visiting Disney Parks around the world don’t often get to see. Tokyo Disney Resort Covered in Snow Snow at Tokyo Disneyland is a rare sight, but with this week’s temperatures staying below 50 degrees Fahrenheit through this Sunday, … Read more
Just a couple of weeks after it was announced that a new “Jurassic World” film was in development, a release date has now been announced. Release Date Announced for New ‘Jurassic World’ Movie The announcement came directly from the official “Jurassic World” account on Instagram, and consisted of just a single photo. The graphic, just … Read more
A new report from Fortune says that Disney hopes to keep its proprietary information confidential in its state lawsuit against the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD). Disney Wants to Keep Trade Secrets Confidential in CFTOD Lawsuit In a motion for entry of protective order that was filed on Thursday, February 1, 2024, Disney asked … Read more
It appears that the upcoming refurbishment for Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has been either postponed or canceled, according to the Walt Disney World operating calendar. Walt Disney Presents Refurbishment Removed from Calendar As we previously reported, the attraction was scheduled to close starting Monday, February 12, 2024, and would remain closed through … Read more
Disney has called upon one of its own characters, Professor Ludwig Von Drake, to inform shareholders how to vote as the proxy battle between the company and Nelson Peltz’s Trian Group rages on, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Disney Shares Video of Professor Ludwig Von Drake Teaching Shareholders ‘How to Vote’ Disney has released a … Read more
Walt Disney World is now accepting submissions for “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure,” the new show set to replace the former “Voyage of The Little Mermaid” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Online Submissions Open for New ‘Little Mermaid’ Show The new show is “a fully reimagined theatrical production” inspired by the animated version of … Read more
New seasonal Mickey-shaped grape beignets have arrived at Mint Julep Bar in Disneyland Park, and we gave them a try on a recent visit to the park. Mint Julep Bar is located in New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park, just off to the right from the New Orleans Station for the Disneyland Railroad. Mickey-shaped Grape … Read more
Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval 2024 officially kicks off tomorrow at Universal Orlando Resort, but Red Coconut Club in Universal CityWalk is getting the party started early, as it has once again transformed into the Cursed Coconut Club. Cursed Coconut Club Returns for 2024 This themed venue can be found on the upper … Read more
Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort, formerly Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, has officially opened. We first stayed in a standard room and then moved to a 1-bedroom suite to check out the new Pixar decorations. If you’ve already looked at our standard room tour, you’ll notice many repeat details in the 1-bedroom suite. Pixar Place … Read more