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The old Disney Princess doll packaging that included more accessories and activity pages has mostly been phased out at Walt Disney World. As we reported a few days ago, Disney is replacing the old sets with smaller boxes that have fewer accessories but are sold at the same price. Repackaged Disney Princess Dolls We originally … Read more
An animator is suing Disney and director James Cameron over alleged copyright infringement regarding Cameron’s Avatar: The Way of Water (2022). Avatar: The Way of Water Lawsuit As reported by Reuters, Eric Ryder states he worked with Cameron’s Lightstorm Entertainment to develop a movie based on his science fiction story KRZ in the late 1990s … Read more
All five Indiana Jones movies will be available to stream on Disney+ next year ahead of the opening of a new Indiana Jones ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Indiana Jones on Disney+ Because the first four films were distributed by Paramount, not Disney, licensing agreements required they rotate availability on Disney+ and Paramount+. The fifth … Read more
A new Star Wars mystery pin set at Walt Disney World features Resistance fighters and some of their ships. Star Wars Resistance Mystery Pin Set – $22.99 One box contains two randomly selected pins from the set. The box is brown and orange with “Join the Resistance” artwork on the front. There are eight pins … Read more
The Norway pavilion in EPCOT has a new permanent beverage kiosk replacing its former cart. The kiosk is still behind construction walls but may open in time for the busy Christmas week. New Norway Pavilion Beverage Kiosk The construction walls have been up for several weeks, blocking the courtyard outside of the Royal Sommerhus. There … Read more
Disney announced the revival special of The Muppet Show starring Sabrina Carpenter will premiere on Disney+ and ABC on February 4, 2026. The Muppet Show Special The special was announced in September. Though it’s only a single special, it could serve as a backdoor pilot for a full revival of The Muppet Show. Its 2026 … Read more
Disney Store has a new Harveys tote inspired by The Whoopee Party, a 1932 Mickey Mouse cartoon. Mickey and Minnie are both featured on the tote. Mickey and Minnie Mouse “The Whoopee Party” Tote by Harveys – $198 The Harveys bag is made of their signature seatbelt fabric, horizontally stitched and featuring a print design. … Read more
Some of the standing tables in World Showcase at EPCOT have new theming. We spotted these tables in the Japan pavilion and outside The American Adventure. World Showcase Tables These standard tall black tables, typical of EPCOT festivals, have new tops featuring the World Showcase compass rose and wrought iron-like filigree. These are more than … Read more
Plants have been torn out and scrim now covers a flowerbed in the Canada pavilion at EPCOT. Scrim in Canada Pavilion The flowerbed is next to the stairs that lead from the Canadian Trading Post to the upper level of the Canada Pavilion. Green scrim now completely covers the bed, pulled taut and secured over … Read more
The China pavilion in EPCOT has some Christmas decorations, a rare sight for the pavilion. We spotted two Christmas trees and a wreath in the House of Good Fortune. China Pavilion Christmas Decorations The trees frame a shelf of panda plush and figures. Cast Members even used some of the panda plush to decorate the … Read more
Avatar director James Cameron has officially reached billionaire status. Though most became billionaires with the help of other revenue streams, Cameron has done so almost entirely with his blockbuster movies. James Cameron’s Net Worth Forbes estimates Cameron’s personal net worth is about $1.1 billion. He joins fellow filmmakers George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson, and … Read more
A permit related to construction of the new Cars area and Disney Villains Land at Magic Kingdom has been approved by the South Florida Water Management District. Cars, Disney Villains Permit Approved Permit #48-115133-P was filed on October 13 and approved on December 12. It covers 33.15 acres. The general project description reads: Construction of … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort announced details of the Passholder Bonus Benefits that will be available in January 2026. They announced the dates of UOAP Bonus Benefits earlier this month. UOAP Shrek Lanyard To celebrate 25 years of Shrek in 2026, a special UOAP lanyard featuring the green ogre will be available starting on January 5. This … Read more
Construction walls have come down from around Garden House, the sake kiosk in EPCOT’s Japan pavilion. The kiosk has been closed since July. Garden House Refurbishment Though the kiosk was not demolished, it has been significantly altered. Instead of doors on the front of the small building, there are now windows. Meanwhile, two former windows … Read more
Tokyo Disney Resort is recalling all the Pocky sold in recent months due to an error with the popular chocolate candy. Pocky parent company Glico announced their own voluntary recall of the products earlier this month. Pocky Recall There’s nothing exactly wrong with the Pocky, as described by Japan Today. Following reports of odd flavors, … Read more
A new trademark may offer a hint at a future Epic Universe nighttime show. While the Universal theme park is known for its spectacular night lighting, the closest thing it has to a nighttime spectacular is the Cosmos Fountain Show. Universal indicated they are “still looking into” fireworks. Universal Celestial Goodnight Universal Celestial Goodnight may … Read more
