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PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando Resort 6/14/22 (Universal’s Great Movie Escape Sign Installed, The Williams of Hollywood Prop Shop Closing Permanently, Universal Studios Singapore Hello Kitty and Gudetama Merchandise, and More)

June 17, 2022

Welcome to another fantastic day here at the Universal Orlando Resort. As we made our way through CityWalk this morning, something caught our attention. The sign has been installed for the new escape rooms! Universal’s Great Movie Escape will be opening later this year, and the sign looks great. You can take a closer look … Read more

New ‘Star Wars’ Republic Credits Available at Dok-Ondar’s in Disney’s Hollywood Studios

June 17, 2022

Visit Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities on Batuu to exchange your Earth dollars for some “Star Wars” credits. We’ve previously collected several sets of these coins, but a set of New Republic credits is now available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. New Republic Credits – $29.99 After the fall of the Empire, the New Republic Credit replaced … Read more

Guy Ritchie to Direct Live-Action Version of Disney’s ‘Hercules’

June 17, 2022

Disney is bringing the zero-to-hero Hercules back to the big screen with the Russo Brothers to produce through their company AGBO. And now the project finally has a director… Guy Ritchie! Deadline revealed the live-action “Aladdin” director would be taking on the project. Dave Callaham (“Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings”) has written … Read more

Disneyland Crime Reports Include Bomb Threat, Animal Cruelty, Fighting, and Drugs

June 17, 2022

Anaheim Police Department call logs are available for April and May 2022, showing the crimes that officers responded to at Disneyland Resort. They responded to 23 calls in April and 25 calls in May that resulted in action taken by officers. Here is the list of crimes police responded to at Disneyland Resort in April: … Read more

New ‘Jaws’ Shirts, Hoodie, and Drawstring Backpack at Universal Studios Florida

June 17, 2022

New “Jaws” shirts, a hoodie, and a drawstring backpack have swum into the summer Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida. These red, white, and blue items are perfect for a shark-free Independence Day at the beach. “Jaws” Youth Tee – $35 This tee has a white torso, blue sleeves, and a red neckline. A shark … Read more

‘Zootopia+’ Series Premiering on Disney+ in November

June 17, 2022

The “Zootopia+” series will premiere on Disney+ on November 9, 2022. The six-episode anthology series will feature storylines following various sets of characters from “Zootopia,” including the mobster shrews, tiger dancers, and sloths. According to Variety, an episode shown at Annecy International Animation Film Festival today was “The Godfather of the Bride,” an origin story … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Buzz Lightyear Face Character Now Appearing in Tomorrowland at Disneyland

June 17, 2022

Buzz Lightyear, as he is depicted in “Lightyear,” is now greeting guests in Tomorrowland at Disneyland. He can be found periodically outside Galactic Grill, in front of the Tomorrowland Terrace stage. He was accompanied by a PhotoPass photographer. Buzz usually appears in Disney Parks in a full suit with a molded face, looking more like … Read more

Interview with Don Dorsey and a Complete History of the Main Street Electrical Parade In Honor of its 50th Anniversary

June 17, 2022

With today marking 50 years since the original debut of the Main Street Electrical Parade at Disneyland, we decided to celebrate in a number of ways. First up, here is an interview we conducted with legendary Disney nighttime spectacular producer Don Dorsey about his involvement in the creation of the parade’s iconic sounds and floats: … Read more

New ‘Lightyear’ Gauntlet Beverage Holder Launches at Disneyland

June 17, 2022

A new “Lightyear”-inspired beverage holder gauntlet is available starting today at Galactic Grill in Disneyland. This gauntlet is similar to the Iron Man gauntlet available in Avengers Campus. Lightyear Gauntlet – $27.99 This gauntlet comes with your choice of fountain beverage, coffee, hot tea, or hot chocolate. There is a limit of two per person, … Read more

‘Special Effects Show’ Returning, New Minions Experiences, and More Coming to Universal Studios Hollywood This Summer

June 17, 2022

In honor of “Minions: The Rise of Gru” hitting theaters on July 1, some of the Minions will be taking over Universal Plaza in Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests will be able to meet the newest Minion, Otto, as well as Jerry and Dave, from Monday, June 27, through Sunday, July 17. A 16-foot Minion “squishy” … Read more

Fundraiser and Live Virtual Telethon Raising Money for Citizens of Hollywood & Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Actress with Breast Cancer

June 17, 2022

The Daily Pun 99 will be hosting a live virtual fundraiser for Jamie-Lyn Markos, an actress at Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser, on June 30 at 7:00 p.m. ET. Markos has performed at Walt Disney World for many years, including as a member of the Citizens of Hollywood and more recently on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. … Read more

Shang-Chi Character Returns to Avengers Campus, Now Wearing Superhero Suit and Ten Rings

June 17, 2022

Shang-Chi has returned to Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. He first appeared last fall during the film’s release, wearing normal clothes and his red and white bomber jacket. Death Dealer also appeared, and they performed a brief stunt show. Disney Parks announced on TikTok that Shang-Chi is back, and he is now wearing his … Read more

New Pandora – The World of Avatar Loungefly Backpack, Ornament, and Beach Towel at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

June 17, 2022

A new light-up Loungefly mini backpack, as well as an ornament and beach towel, have landed in Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. These items are part of the collection celebrating five years of the land. Pandora – The World of Avatar Loungefly Mini Backpack – $85 The front of the backpack is … Read more

REVIEW: New Menu at Sunshine Seasons in EPCOT – Roast Beef Sandwich, Veggie Sandwich, & Fish Taco

June 17, 2022June 17, 2022

As we reported, Sunshine Seasons at EPCOT is now serving a roast beef sandwich, veggie sandwich, and fish taco. We visited The Land Pavilion to check out these new dishes. Sunshine Seasons is on the lower floor of The Land Pavilion, next to Soarin’ Around the World. The new items were not yet on the … Read more

‘Lightyear’ Launches With $5.2 Million in Preview Box Office Earnings

June 17, 2022

Pixar’s “Lightyear” is launching this weekend with $5.2 million already in preview earnings at the box office, ComicBook.com reports. Box office analysts expect “Lightyear” will reach between $70 and $85 million at the domestic box office this opening weekend. Globally, it’s expected to reach $135 million. The film is banned in 14 Middle Eastern and … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Lightyear’ Zurg Freeze Strawberry DOLE Whip Slush Blasts Into Magic Kingdom

June 17, 2022

Celebrate the release of Pixar’s “Lightyear” with a new Zurg Freeze slush from Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies at Magic Kingdom. Auntie Gravity’s is in Tomorrowland, attached to the closed Merchant of Venus store. Zurg Freeze – $6.49 Black currant slush with DOLE Whip strawberry and boba pearls This is a layered drink with the black … Read more