'Wish' Becomes Third Most-Viewed Premiere on Disney+

Asha and Star in "Wish"

The Disney animated film, “Wish,” has become the third most-streamed Walt Disney Animation Studios premiere on Disney+. ‘Wish’ Earns 13.2 Million Streaming Views According to Variety, in its first five days of streaming on Disney+, “Wish” has hit 13.2 million views. This ranks it in the top three most-streamed Walt Disney Animation Studios film premieres … Read more

'Moana 2' Movie Surprise Announced, Releasing in Theaters This November

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In an interview with CNBC before today’s Q1 2024 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Iger revealed that a “Moana” feature-length sequel film, currently titled “Moana 2,” will hit theaters later this year. ‘Moana 2’ Announced The news came as a surprise, as a “Moana” television series was previously in development. That … Read more

'Wish' Opens to $31.7 Million Over Holiday Window, Becoming Latest Disney Film To Underperform at Box Office

Even the star power of… Star wasn’t enough to catapult “Wish” to a strong commercial debut. The latest release from Walt Disney Animation Studios has underperformed in its domestic opening, per Variety, earning just $31.7 million throughout its five-day opening holiday window. The film came in well shy of its $45–$50 million five-day projection, placing it … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: New 'Wish' Pre-Show Debuts at 'World of Color - Season of Light' at Disney California Adventure

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A new pre-show inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming feature film, “Wish,” has debuted ahead of “World of Color – Season of Light” at Disney California Adventure. ‘Wish’ Pre-Show at ‘World of Color – Season of Light’ The pre-show features the film’s main character, Asha, singing “This Wish,” performed by Ariana DeBose. Star, a … Read more

'Wish' Advertisement Featuring Star Plays on the Las Vegas Sphere

The Sphere entertainment venue in Las Vegas has garnered international attention since opening earlier this year thanks to its unique architecture and innovative concept. The exterior of the 366-foot structure is wrapped in nearly 600,000 square feet of LED screens that can play immersive videos and advertisements; The Walt Disney Company recently used Sphere to … Read more

Walt Disney Animation Studios Production Workers Vote to Unionize

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The majority of Walt Disney Animation Studios production workers have voted to unionize with IATSE this Wednesday, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Walt Disney Animation Studios Workers Vote to Unionize Out of 68 total voters, 63 voted in favor of joining The Animation Guild a.k.a. TAG (IATSE Local 839), and five voted against in a … Read more

VIDEO: Disney Previews 'This Is The Thanks I Get?!' Villain Song From 'Wish'

Disney has released a short video preview of “This Is The Thanks I Get?!,” a song performed by King Magnifico (voiced by Chris Pine) in the upcoming film “Wish” that may soon join the iconic list of songs performed by Walt Disney Animation Studios villains. The preview comes as part of the studio’s pledge to … Read more

Listen to 'This Wish' From Disney's 'Wish' Movie Sung by Ariana DeBose

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Disney has released the complete song “This Wish” performed by Ariana DeBose from their upcoming film “Wish.” More songs from “Wish” will be released every Wednesday until the film’s theater release on November 22. Disney Releases First Song ‘This Wish’ from ‘Wish’ Movie Listen to “This Wish” and read the lyrics in the video below. … Read more

'Once Upon a Studio' Now Streaming on Disney+

Disney’s new “Once Upon a Studio” short film is now streaming on Disney+. The short originally debuted at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and then on ABC on October 15. Once Upon a Studio It uses a mix of 2D and 3D animation, on top of live-action footage to bring together dozens of Disney characters. … Read more

New Disney100 Illustrations Showcase Every Era of The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Archives shared six new Disney100 illustrations honoring the various eras of The Walt Disney Company, from the 1920s to today. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Walt Disney Archives (@waltdisneyarchives) In honor of today’s centennial celebration for The Walt Disney Company, we present a series of six all-new illustrations … Read more

Disney Animation Chief Creative Officer Shares Update on 'Frozen 3' Production

Jennifer Lee, Chief Creative Officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios, has confirmed that work has begun on “Frozen 3,” which was first confirmed to be greenlit earlier this year, according to Deadline. ‘Frozen 3’ In the Works Lee, who was a writer and director on the first two “Frozen” films, confirmed the news during a … Read more

'Wish' To Feature Extensive List of 'Legacy Nods' to Classic Disney Films: 'There's Some That We Don't Even Know Are There Yet'

Walt Disney Animation Studios has long positioned their upcoming film “Wish” as a celebration of the studio’s decorated history, apropos given that the film is releasing in the year in which The Walt Disney Company is celebrating their centennial anniversary (marketed as Disney100). During a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, “Wish” directors Chris Buck and … Read more