Jill Diffendal 
Let’s go back to 1940 by way of 1971 as we talk Bedknobs and Broomsticks, a Disney live-action/animated feature set in England during World War II. This week on Deep in the Plus, Rob and Jill discuss this often-overlooked Disney classic that lives in the shadow of Mary Poppins. Walt actually had a hand in … Read more
Join Rob and Jill this week as Deep in the Plus dives into the 2010 sci-fi adventure TRON: Legacy. It’s a sequel (or arguably a reboot) of the 1982 cult-classic TRON. Neither movie overwhelmed at the box office, but the TRON franchise remains popular among Disney and sci-fi fans to this day. Disney even built … Read more
This week, Deep in the Plus resurfaces with a look at one of Disney’s less memorable animated films from the 1990s, The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Released in the summer of 1996 in the wake of some of the most popular Disney films of all time – The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin … Read more
Sponsored by Scootarama Walt Disney World is a big place – nearly 40 square miles! With so much space spread over four theme parks, two water parks, Disney Springs, more than two dozen resort hotels, and much more, getting around can be exhausting. Mobility devices like scooters can ensure that every member of your party … Read more
Welcome to the Deep! Deep in the Plus is a brand new YouTube show/podcast devoted to going deeper into the world of Disney+. Once you’ve watched all the original programming from Disney+, like The Mandalorian, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and The World According to Jeff Goldblum, there’s still a lot more content … Read more
Yesterday we found these adorable new VHS wristlets featuring The Emperor’s New Groove and Lilo & Stitch at Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Today, a return visit to the store revealed a new release in the collection – this shiny new Toy Story wristlet! This is the first time we’ve seen a Disney … Read more
Sponsored by Penguin Young Readers Whether you love Disney characters, movies, or theme parks, you know that they all began with the creativity and perseverance of Walt Disney. Now, young readers can learn more about the man and the mouse he created in a new book – I am Walt Disney, by Brad Meltzer. The … Read more
As part of the reimagining of Epcot, a new pavilion to be constructed on the current location of World Showcase Plaza will serve as the perfect place for live events, and the home base for Epcot’s signature festivals. It will provide a stunning elevated view of the entire park and an ideal spot to witness … Read more
Epcot will be unified with four neighborhoods that each speak to important aspects of the world and its people: World Showcase, World Celebration, World Nature and World Discovery. These neighborhoods will be filled with new experiences rooted in authenticity and innovation that take you to new destinations, where the real is made fantastic in a … Read more
As we reported earlier, the Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure attraction in Epcot’s France pavilion will open in Summer 2020. In this attraction, you’ll shrink to the size of Chef Remy and race through Gusteau’s restaurant on a wild adventure. Also announced at D23, as we previously reported, is a new restaurant coming to the France pavilion, … Read more
The 30th anniversary of Disney’s Hollywood Studios is coming up soon. We could think of no better way to celebrate all the amazing things this park has given us through the years than by making a movie about it. While the park has evolved dramatically since it opened, many of us fondly remember the golden … Read more
As WDWNT continues to grow, we are looking for an additional part-time local reporter to expand our Orlando-based staff. The details are below. Please note that this position requires a specific time commitment each week. The start date is immediate. Orlando-Based Reporter Qualified applicants will reside in the central Florida area and possess an annual … Read more
Today, Shanghai Disney Resort announced that a “Zootopia”-themed land is coming to Shanghai Disneyland, marking the second major expansion since the resort opened in 2016. Construction is targeted to begin later this year. Based on the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ hit animated movie, this exciting development will be the park’s eighth themed land and the first-ever “Zootopia”-themed … Read more
If you’ve ever wanted to know what a rhinoceros feels like, have I got the tour for you! Up Close with Rhinos is also a great choice if you love animals, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and/or the Kilimanjaro Safaris, and want to know more about what happens behind the scenes and how Disney contributes to animal … Read more