Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Adventure, will debut a new fireworks show inspired by The Lion King and narrated by Shah Rukh Khan. The Lion King Fireworks at Sea Shah Rukh Khan is known as the King of Bollywood and voiced Mufasa in the Hindi-language version of Disney’s live-action The Lion King (2019) … Read more
Walt Disney World has new jewelry sets for Valentine’s Day, a collection of Mickey macaron jewelry, and jewelry inspired by The Lion King and Winnie the Pooh. Heart Earrings – $24.99 These heart-shaped open earrings consist of several semi-precious stones of various shapes and sizes. The stones are white and red, except for a trio … Read more
Roger Allers, the director of the original 1994 The Lion King and a key figure during the Disney Renaissance, has passed at the age of 76. Roger Allers Filmography Roger Allers had an extensive career as a director, animator, screenwriter, playwright, and storyboard artist, with several notable “Disney Renaissance” films to his name. Along with … Read more
Imani Dia Smith, the former actress behind Young Nala in The Lion King on Broadway, has died. She was 25. According to Playbill, the actress was killed by her boyfriend, Jordan D. Jackson-Small, who has been charged with murder, endangering the welfare of a child, and weapons offenses. Smith played Young Nala from September 27, 2011, to September 23, … Read more
Two new pullover sweatshirts have made their way onto the Disney Store, both inspired by classic 90s movies. Hercules Pullover Sweatshirt for Adults – $ 59.99 This 90s-styled pullover sweatshirt is inspired by Disney’s Hercules. It features color block sleeves, dropped shoulders, striped rib trims, and an embroidered logo. There’s a lineup of character poses … Read more
Kia announced that it will offer dozens of new digital display themes for its compatible vehicles, featuring Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic. New Display Themes By 2026, 30 new digital display themes will be launched for Kia’s compatible vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC). The themes … Read more
Join us aboard the Disney Destiny as we experience the brand new, first-of-its-kind family dining experience, Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King. The show brings moments from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ The Lion King to life at sea. Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King Take your place in the circle of life when you dine … Read more
When the Disney Destiny sets sail this November, it will debut Disney Cruise Line’s first-ever Lion King restaurant and dinner show. Disney shared a first look at the entertainment Cast Member costumes for Pride Lands: Feast of The Lion King. Pride Lands: Fest of The Lion King Cast Member Costumes “The costumes take inspiration from … Read more
Details are being added to the Adventure Bay expansion of Walt Disney Studios Park, soon to be renamed Disney Adventure World, as it nears its 2026 opening. Adventure Bay Construction DLP Works captured these aerial photos on July 30, 2025, and shared them on X (formerly Twitter). World of Frozen is at the back of … Read more
One of the dinner show venues on board the upcoming Disney Destiny is Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King. Disney Cruise Line invited WDWNT to take a first look at some of the menu items, the restaurant’s features, and the performance. Pride Lands: Feast of the Lion King Cast Costumes The restaurant’s Cast Members … Read more
In a wave of recent announcements for Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris, more details and new concept art have been shared of the park’s upcoming land themed to “The Lion King.” ‘The Lion King’ At Disney Adventure World As first announced during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, a new Pride Lands area themed … Read more
A new The Lion King Loungefly backpack, headwear, and more have been spotted in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. We found all of the new items at Island Mercantile and Mombasa Marketplace in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Loungefly Backpack – $80 This Loungefly backpack features an allover print of Simba, Nala, Timon, and Pumbaa all smiling and pouncing … Read more
BaubleBar earrings featuring Simba, Winnie the Pooh, and Mickey Mouse have been spotted at Walt Disney World. Simba Stud Earrings – $40 These large stud earrings feature a smiling adult Simba, with his mane luxuriously designed from gold roping and golden thread. Simba’s face is enamel on gold and has gold three-dimensional whiskers. We found … Read more
New merchandise themed to the Disney animated film “The Lion King” is now available at Walt Disney World. We first discovered the items at Island Mercantile in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Hakuna Matata Backpack – $29.99 This light green backpack features characters from “The Lion King” including Simba, Pumbaa, Timon, Nala, and Zazu. The phrase “Hakuna … Read more
Hakuna matata! Walt Disney World has a new “The Lion King” Spirit Jersey for kids. Youth “The Lion King” Spirit Jersey – $54.99 The Spirit Jersey is a coral color. Dark blue “Spirit Jersey” and “Disney” labels are at the side hem. Young Simba is pictured on the chest in puffy ink. “Hakuna Matata” is … Read more
A caboodle of new keychains has arrived at Walt Disney World, featuring “Star Wars” Lightsabers, plush characters, and more. We found the new keychains at Creations Shop in EPCOT. It’s located in World Discovery, across from Connections Cafe & Eatery. Mace Windu Lightsaber Keychain – $14.99 The first lightsaber resembles Mace Windu’s famous purple laser … Read more