WDWNT Weekly Recap: Big Epcot Plans, Speedy Skyliner Gondolas, and Lots More Character-Themed Treats

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Every week is a busy week when it comes to Disney news. To help you keep up with all of the updates coming out of Walt Disney World and other Disney resorts, here’s WDWNT’s weekly recap of this week’s Disney news from February 18-24! Walt Disney World We were very excited to see that the gondolas for … Read more

VIDEO: New Pixar Short “Kitbull” Released, Available Now on YouTube

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Pixar has released their latest SparkShorts animated short titled Kitbull, and for being doodles about a cat and dog, it packs a strong emotional punch. Seriously, people. Have your tissues ready. Kitbull, directed by Rosana Sullivan and produced by Kathryn Hendrickson, reveals an unlikely connection that sparks between two creatures: a fiercely independent stray kitten and … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘Up!’ Kevin Plush Flocks into Discovery Trading Company at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

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Last week, when Disney announced the arrival of a roaming Kevin greet to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, they also promoted a plush version of Kevin that was also to arrive. Since Kevin is a wild animal and would not make for a good pet, it figures a fluffy plush version would be even better. Plush Kevin exceeds all … Read more

VIDEO: Watch Woody and Bo Peep Team Up In This New Clip From “Toy Story 4”

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Good Morning America just premiered an exclusive clip from “Toy Story 4” featuring Woody and Bo Peep devising a rescue mission for a lost toy! Source: Good Morning America

SHOP: Monsters, Inc. Harryhausen’s Sushi Restaurant Merchandise Available on shopDisney

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This week has been huge in terms of fun and inspired merchandise, even on shopDisney. The last thing we expected to find was this super fun line inspired by the Harryhausen’s sushi restaurant featured in Disney Pixar’s “Monsters, Inc.” Harryhausen’s is the restaurant where Mike takes his girlfriend Celia. (It was named after the  late Ray … Read more

VIDEO: New Pixar Short “Smash and Grab” Released, Available Now on YouTube

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Pixar has just released “Smash and Grab” – a new animated short under their SparkShorts Artists’ project. According to Pixar, “Smash and Grab, directed by Brian Larsen and produced by David Lally, is about two antiquated robots who risk everything for freedom and for each other after years of toiling away inside the engine room … Read more

VIDEO: New Pixar Short “Purl” Released as Promotion for Disney+ Streaming Service

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Just today, Pixar released a brand new short titled Purl following Purl, a pink ball of yarn who gets a job in a fast-paced, high energy, bro-tastic start-up. Yarny hijinks ensue as she tries to fit in, but how far is she willing to go to get the acceptance she yearns for, and in the end, … Read more

VIDEO: Watch The “Toy Story 4” Post Game Super Bowl TV Spot

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Woody and Bo Peep look for Buzz in this new TV Spot for “Toy Story 4” that aired during the Super Bowl. Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new … Read more

PHOTOS: New Pixar Themed 4 Parks Popcorn Bucket at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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With plenty of new popcorn buckets debuting across both Walt Disney World and Disneyland including the  Mickey Mouse Balloon Popcorn Bucket, we now have this Pixar themed bucket available in Hollywood Studios. It retails for $10.99 with $2 refills available. The refills are one of the most affordable snack options offered across Walt Disney World. This colorful … Read more

VIDEO: “Bo Peep” Is Back For “Toy Story 4”; Character Poster and Video Preview Released

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Bo Peep is back! This long-lost friend of Woody, Buzz and the gang always shared a special connection with Woody, but they have not seen each other in years, and Bo has become chipped and faded over time. Bo’s strength and sarcasm always belied her delicate porcelain exterior, and it turns out she’s an adventure-seeking free spirit … Read more

Every Disney Movie Coming to a Theater Near You in 2019

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  There is a lot to look forward to this year if you are a moviegoer, and Disney definitely will have you covered! Disney has a huge line of movies to be released this year from all of their studios, which includes Walt Disney Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Disneynature, Marvel Studios and Lucasfilm! … Read more

PHOTO: Heimlich’s Chew-Chew Train from “A Bug’s Land” Finds Final Home at Pixar Animation Studios

While he may not be chew-chewing his way through A Bug’s Land at Disney California Adventure anymore, Heimlich has found his forever home at the Pixar studios in Emeryville, California. According to Pixar director Lee Unkrich, the front vehicle from a train will be on display on the studio’s campus. The attraction, starring the character … Read more

VIDEO: Jay Ward of Disney•Pixar’s Cars Reveals More Details on Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Given that the March 31 opening of Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy is right around the corner, Disney has decided to shed some insider info on the experience. The new show experience, located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, takes you inside the world of Disney•Pixar’s Cars films. Today, Disney released a video starring Jay Ward, Creative Director … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Monsters Inc. Experience Meet and Greet Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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While it didn’t quite get done in time for the scheduled January 18th debut, the Monsters Inc. Experience meet and greet inside Walt Disney Presents at Disney’s Hollywood Studios did finally open over the weekend. This meet and greet takes over the former space of the Star Lord & Groot and Moana meet and greets … Read more

BREAKING: Lee Unkrich Leaves Pixar

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Lee Unkrich, the director of hit Pixar films like Toy Story 3 and Coco, has confirmed today that he has left Pixar Studios. Fans on the internet agree that he is leaving on a high note, as both Coco and Toy Story 3 won Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, as well as numerous … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Edna Mode Experience Meet and Greet Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Starting today through September 30, 2019, you can experience the world of The Incredibles! Bask in the world of Supers at Pixar Place, which has been transformed into a Municiberg city block right out of Metroville! An Incredible Celebration hosts a number of neat activities just in time for Hollywood Studios’ 30th Anniversary. We were there to experience the … Read more