Disney has announced that the live-action reimagining of Lilo & Stitch has become the first Motion Picture Association (MPA) film of 2025 to cross the $1 billion mark at the global box office. Live-Action Lilo & Stitch Crosses $1 Billion This marks Disney’s fourth feature film to cross that financial mark in the past 13 … Read more
Howdy! Today was a beautifully hot day in the Magic Kingdom and later in Hollywood Studios. I found new merchandise and updates, including the removal of the Tom Loves Becky fence on Tom Sawyer Island, devastating. I then ran to Disney’s Hollywood Studios to catch the last showing of the BDX Droids before their lunch … Read more
Following the closure of the Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom, the Walt Disney World Railroad has begun its “shuttle mode” operations due to the upcoming expansion of Frontierland. Walt Disney World Railroad Now in “Shuttle Mode” The updated operations for the railroad debuted on Monday, July 7, following the permanent closure of the Rivers … Read more
A few new jewelry items, including some by designer Rebecca Hook, have arrived at Magic Kingdom. We found the new pieces at Uptown Jewelers in Magic Kingdom. Rebecca Hook Necklace – $175 The first of the new Rebecca Hook collection items is a silver chain necklace ending in a toggle clasp. Dangling from the clasp is a … Read more
The live-action remake of “Lilo & Stitch” continues to smash its way through box office records, as the film has now passed “A Minecraft Movie” to become the highest grossing movie of 2025 worldwide. ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Highest Grossing Movie of 2025 According to some new numbers from Deadline, “Lilo & Stitch” has just crossed … Read more
Disney announced a new collaboration with Coca-Cola, several “Lilo & Stitch” characters made surprise appearances for 626 Day, and Pizza Moon in Epic Universe has updated their to-go pizza policy — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Thursday, June 26, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World … Read more
Just in time for 626 Day, also known as Stitch Day, Spencer’s has released several new merchandise and apparel items themed to the recent live-action “Lilo & Stitch” film. Stitch Slippers – $34.99 These blue slippers have Stitch’s head and arms made out of plush material near the toes, so he is looking up at … Read more
Captain Gantu, Hamsterviel, and Angel are making surprise appearances alongside Stitch for 626 Day at Magic Kingdom. Gantu, Hamsterviel, Angel Appear at Tomorrowland Galactic Blast Gantu and Hamsterviel, in particular, only make rare appearances at Disney Parks, so this is one of the few times guests can see the villains in person. Gantu is not … Read more
Stitch and Angel plush from Disney Store China are now available for purchase from the U.S. Disney Store in honor of 626 Day. Disney Store China Stitch Plush – $34.99 This 13-inch plush has pastel fluffy blue fur and embroidered features. He wears denim overalls, a backwards ball cap, a white shirt, and a red … Read more
To celebrate 626 Day (June 26), Disney Store has released the new pastel Stitch Loungefly mini backpack and ear headband. Stitch 626 Day Pastel Loungefly Mini Backpack – $99 The simulated leather mini backpack is pastel blue with pink accents and trim. It has an all-over waffle texture. A die-cut Stitch face is on the … Read more
Several new pins have arrived for Pin Tuesday at Disneyland Resort, including one inspired by Goofy’s appearance as a golf ball in a parade from 1992. ‘The World According to Goofy’ Parade Through the Years Pin Stitch 4th of July 2025 Pin Experiment 626 2025 Mystery Pin Set Experiment 626 Jumbo 3-Pin Set Stitch Jumbo … Read more
Another piece of Aulani-branded merchandise has sailed over to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World. This week, we found an Aulani plush Stitch keychain in Moana Mercantile. Plush Stitch Keychain – $16 The little blue alien is depicted wearing red swim trunks with an orange leafy pattern. He has a green inner tube … Read more
This Pin Tuesday at Walt Disney World brings our first 626 Day pins and a “Dining with Disney” Casey’s Corner pin. Limited Release 626 Day Mystery Pins – $34.99 What is 626 Day? Limited Edition 626 Day Stitch in the Sand Pin – $22.99 Limited Edition “Dining with Disney” Casey’s Corner Pin – $22.99 Dining … Read more
“Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.” Except when they do, Dean Fleischer Camp says in his defense of the ending of the live-action “Lilo & Stitch.” Warning: Spoilers ahead for the live-action “Lilo & Stitch.” Live-Action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Director Responds to Criticism Variety asked Fleischer Camp, who directed the … Read more
It’s time for another release of new trading pins at Disneyland Resort, and this week’s haul includes anniversary pins for “Inside Out” and “Toy Story 3” as well as a summer 2025 pin featuring Stitch. We found all of the new pins at 20th Century Music Company in Disneyland Park. ‘Inside Out’ 10th Anniversary Pin … Read more
Several new character-themed pens and pencils or “inkbends” and “bentcils” are now available at Celebrity 5 & 10 in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Inkbends and Bentcils Each of the new “inkbends” and “bentcils” can be purchased individually for $9.99 each or $8.00 each, if you purchase three or more. Additional discounts do apply. Stitch Inkbend Pen … Read more