Patty Jenkins Says ‘Star Wars: Rogue Squadron’ Film is Back On

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It looks like The Star Wars film, “Rogue Squadron” may see the light of day, as director Patty Jenkins has announced she is back on the previously-shelved project. In an interview on the podcast “Talking Pictures,” Patty Jenkins revealed she is once again working on a script for “Rogue Squadron.” Jenkins, who previously directed “Wonder … Read more

Bob Iger’s Response to Elon Musk? ‘None.’

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The Walt Disney Company released their Q1 2024 earnings report on Wednesday and CEO Bob Iger appeared on CNBC to discuss the results. He was asked on air what his response to Elon Musk funding Gina Carano’s lawsuit against the company was and simply responded, “None.” Bob Iger Responds to Gina Carano Lawsuit Funded By … Read more

Gina Carano Suing Disney in Elon Musk-Funded Lawsuit & More: Daily Recap (2/6/24)

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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

‘The Mandalorian & Grogu’ Movie Sets Production Start Date

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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

Gina Carano Suing Disney Over ‘Mandalorian’ Firing, Elon Musk Funding Lawsuit

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On Tuesday, February 6, 2024, Gina Carano filed a lawsuit against Disney and Lucasfilm for her firing from “The Mandalorian” in 2021. Gina Carano Suing Disney & Lucasfilm Carano was fired after she made several controversial social media posts, including comparing being Republican in the modern U.S.A. to being Jewish during the Holocaust and mocking … Read more

Genie+ Sells Out at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for the First Time, Disney Canceling DVC BoardWalk Villas Reservations, & More: Daily Recap (12/27/23)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Walt Disney World Disney’s … Read more

Lucasfilm Suing ‘Star Wash’ Car Wash Location in Chile

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Lucasfilm is suing a car wash in Santiago, Chile called “Star Wash,” which draws inspiration from “Star Wars” for its name and other theming. Lucasfilm Suing Star Wash Employees of Star Wash dress up as “Star Wars” characters, including Kylo Ren, Stormtroopers, Darth Vader, and Boba Fett. The car wash is also decorated with “Star … Read more

Donald Glover and Brother Stephen to Write Star Wars ‘Lando’ Series for Disney+, Justin Simien Exits as Showrunner

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Donald Glover and his brother Stephen Glover have both signed on to write Lucasfilm’s long-awaited “Lando” series for Disney+, according to Variety. Donald and Stephen Glover to Write ‘Lando’ Series for Disney+ The series was first announced as in development as part of the 2020 Disney Investor Day. At the time, President of Lucasfilm Kathleen … Read more

VIDEO: New Clip from ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Released

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An all-new clip from “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny” has been released just ahead of the film’s June 30 release. New Indiana Jones Footage Watch the newly released clip from ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ below. This clip depicts Dr. Jones (Harrison Ford) and Helena Shaw (Phoebe Waller-Bridge) as they attempt … Read more

New ‘Star Wars: Return of the Jedi’ 40th Anniversary Collection Arrives at Disneyland

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To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of “Star Wars: Return of the Jedi,” — which premiered on May 23, 1983 —Disney has released a whole new line of merchandise. We stopped by Star Traders in Disneyland to check it out. Jabba the Hutt T-Shirt – $36.99 Disney has released a ton of new merchandise to celebrate … Read more

Swiss Family Robinson-Inspired Adventureland Treehouse Coming to Disneyland, Walt Disney World Railroad Work Continues, Holiday Treats Revealed for Walt Disney World Resort Hotels, and More: Daily Recap (11/10/22)

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, November 10, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

Trans Actress Talisa Garcia Cast in ‘Willow’ Disney+ Series

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Talisa Garcia has been cast in the upcoming “Willow” series by Lucasfilm set to air on Disney+ this year. Garcia is the first openly transgender actor to be cast in a Lucasfilm production. She is also the first trans actor to portray a cis character in a Disney+ film or series. The “Willow” series is … Read more

Actress Gina Carano of The Mandalorian Fired By Lucasfilm After Controversial Social Media Posts

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According to Deadline, actress Gina Carano, who played bounty hunter Cara Dune in the first two seasons of The Mandalorian, has been fired after several since-deleted social media posts. In the wake of Gina Carano’s controversial social media posts, Lucasfilm has released a statement tonight, with a spokesperson saying “Gina Carano is not currently employed by Lucasfilm and … Read more

Jon M. Chu Steps Away From Upcoming Disney+ “Willow” Series Due to Production Delays

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In October, we shared news that a Willow series is coming to Disney+. While Ron Howard and Warwick Davis are still attached to the project, one notable name is departing. Director Jon M. Chu is no longer involved with the series. The Crazy Rich Asians and In the Heights director cites COVID-19 production delays and … Read more

VIDEO: Trailer Released for “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” Virtual Reality Experience Debuting November 19; Frank Oz to Return as Yoda

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There’s some big news about “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge.” Not only did we find out the virtual reality adventure is releasing November 19th, but also that Frank Oz himself would return to voice the iconic Jedi Master Yoda as part of an interview with creative talent from the experience. From StarWars.com: The … Read more

VIDEO: “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” Virtual Reality Experience Coming This Holiday Season, Anthony Daniels Joins Cast as C-3PO, Yoda to Appear

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You’ll be able to come face-to-face with the galaxy’s most beloved protocol droid and an iconic Jedi Master when the virtual reality experience “Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge” premieres this holiday season. From StarWars.com: From the lightsaber-wielding fun of Trials on Tatooine through the intense, story-driven Vader Immortal, ILMxLAB has continually pushed the boundaries of experiential storytelling in … Read more