Disney Lobbies for Cut of $500 Billion CARES Act Emergency Economic Aid Package In Light of Extended COVID-19 Closures

Faced with incredible financial difficulty in light of extended park, resort, and film studio closures due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, The Walt Disney Company is seeking economic relief from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act economic aid package that will be issued by the government in order to help subsidize loans … Read more

New Release Dates Revealed for “Mulan”, “Jungle Cruise”, and “Black Widow” Due to Coronavirus Delays; “Artemis Fowl” Moved to Disney+ Release

In light of recent delays due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, release dates for many of Disney’s upcoming films have had to be postponed. With theaters worldwide still shuttered due to the health crisis, new dates have been revealed for the upcoming movie releases. Of course, the shifting of the entire release schedule has had … Read more

BREAKING: Disney Announces Temporary Furlough of Executive, Salaried, and Non-Union Cast Members in the United States

Disney has announced that it will be furloughing all U.S. based, non-essential Cast Members and employees starting April 19. Due to the ongoing nationwide Coronavirus crisis, all Disney Parks are closed indefinitely, with no clear re-opening date due to the ever-changing complexities of the pandemic. The OC Register reports: A letter from Disney about the … Read more

Japan Extending Entry Ban to 73 Countries Including United States and Canada from April 3rd; Tokyo Disney Resort Remains Closed Through April 20

The COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic seems to finally be taking root in Japan after a lucky delayed start. As a result, the Japanese government has announced a sweeping ban on foreign nationals entering Japan within 14 days of travel to a third of the world’s nations. The Japanese government believes that this step will further address … Read more

VIDEO: The “Jungle Cruise Skipper Quarantine” Spiel Compilation Returns For Part 2, Featuring Skippers From Disney Parks Around the Globe

Is anyone else out there really missing Jungle Cruise right now? (Okay, maybe not the people from the sinking boat.) With the parks around the world closed and many of us stuck in quarantine, you’re no doubt finding yourself dreaming of your favorite rides. With the amazing Adventureland Day now behind us, and the Jungle … Read more

Disneyland Resort Now Only Accepting Reservations for June 1st and Later; Special Resort Room Offer Issued For Guests With Cancelled Bookings Due to Coronavirus Closures

After the announcement extending current Disney Parks closures “until further notice” due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disneyland Resort has now announced that they will only begin accepting reservations for travel dates starting June 1 and later. The following update was listed on the Disneyland Resort’s COVID-19 landing page: Do note that Disneyland Resort here … Read more

Disney Cruise Line Extends Departure Cancellations Through April 28th Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Concerns

As the world continues to face the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Disney Cruise Line has announced that they have extended their suspension of departures until Tuesday, April 28th. Previously, departures had only been suspended up until April 12th. From Disney Cruise Line’s COVID-19 landing page: With the wellbeing of our Guests and team members as our … Read more