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Author: Nate

  • Dwayne Johnson to Replace Johnny Depp in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Film, Report Says

    Dwayne Johnson to Replace Johnny Depp in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Film, Report Says

    As Johnny Depp and Amber Head’s legal battle comes to a close, rumours regarding Dwayne Johnson replacing Depp as ‘Captain Jack Sparrow’ have started doing rounds on the internet.

    ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ producer Jerry Bruckheimer officially confirmed recently that a script is being developed with Margot Robbie as the lead character. When asked if Johnny Depp’s character ‘Captain Jack Sparrow’ would return, he said that currently there were no plans in the works.

    It doesn’t seem that Johnson would play the role of Captain Jack Sparrow, but rather would be a different character introduced in the franchise, similar to what will be seen with Margot Robbie’s spinoff film.

    Now, a report from Giant Freakin’ Robot indicates that Depp may never return in the role and, instead, Dwayne Johnson may be eyed for the next leading role in a Pirates of the Caribbean spinoff.

    The report reads:

    “It has already been announced by Jerry Bruckheimer that two spinoffs are in the works. One will see Margot Robbie take the lead of the franchise. The other is currently a mystery for now. However, based on our trusted and proven source, we can report that a third spinoff is in the works. This third Pirates spinoff will star Dwayne Johnson.”

    The Rock co-starred with Emily Blunt in Jungle Cruise, a film released in 2021. The positive link was enough reason to advance Johnson as the new protagonist.

  • Alaska Airlines Reveals New Star Wars Themed Plane

    Alaska Airlines Reveals New Star Wars Themed Plane

    In celebration of May the Fourth, or Star Wars Day, Alaska Airlines joined forces with the Disneyland Resort to launch a special-Star Wars edition aircraft with truly out-of-this-world details and design.

    That’s the inspiration the Seattle-based airline had in mind when creating the newest livery to come out of the hangar, which debuted Wednesday as part of the company’s “Star Wars Day” celebrations, according to a press release.

    The design on the exterior of the Boeing 737 jet depicts all things Star Wars — from the Millennium Falcon battling TIE fighters on the plane’s tail section, to the cute, small creatures called porgs that adorn the side of each winglet. The imagery is backed by a “space black” background that fully wraps around the plane. Take a closer look at the plane in the video below:

    The commercial jet that lists a tail number of N538AS is part of a joint effort between Alaska Airlines and Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, which features a 14-acre corner of the park named “Stars Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.”

    After being revealed Wednesday morning, the plane — which has an unofficial name of “Star Wars Transport to the Disneyland Resort” — took off on its inaugural flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California. The jet is scheduled to service several western U.S. airports, according to FlightAware, including Seattle-Tacoma and Denver International Airport, as well as at least one East Coast hub, Orlando International Airport in Florida, where Disney World is located.

    Alaska Airlines said the Boeing 737 is the seventh plane livery in collaboration with Disneyland Resort, and took 27 days (or 540 work hours) to fully paint it, requiring 228 gallons of paint.

  • NEW Tomorrowland Minnie Ears are Todays Hot Ticket Item

    NEW Tomorrowland Minnie Ears are Todays Hot Ticket Item

    Disney Parks has released Tomorrowland Minnie Mouse Ear Headbands and your future will sparkle when you wear this super cute accessory in the parks.

    Inspired by the land championed by Walt Disney himself as ”A vista into a world of wondrous ideas,” it features silver glitter ears and a purple satin bow with a celestial print.

    Take a closer look below:

    You can find these shimmering new ears at the Disney Parks, as well as shopDisney.com for $29.99.

  • BREAKING: First ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Series Trailer Finally Drops and it is Strong with the Force

    BREAKING: First ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Series Trailer Finally Drops and it is Strong with the Force

    This is the trailer you’re looking for! The first trailer for the upcoming ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Series has finally been released and it looks amazing!

    The story begins 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” where Obi-Wan Kenobi faced his greatest defeat—the downfall and corruption of his best friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker, who turned to the dark side as evil Sith Lord Darth Vader. The series stars Ewan McGregor, reprising his role as the iconic Jedi Master, and also marks the return of Hayden Christensen in the role of Darth Vader.

    In the first trailer for Star Wars: Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ewan McGregor’s Jedi master watches over young Luke Skywalker, while combating the empire however he can. Take a closer look at the first trailer below:

    Joining the cast are Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell and Benny Safdie.

  • Disney Wish Hits the Water for the First Time

    Disney Wish Hits the Water for the First Time

    Marking a major milestone recently, The Disney Wish hit the high seas for the first time when it floated out of an enclosed building dock at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Papenburg, Germany.

    During this momentous event, the Disney Wish touched water for the very first time, then made a grand exit from the enclosed building dock where it has been constructed.

    The occasion was celebrated in true Disney style with fireworks, music and even a special appearance by Captain Minnie Mouse herself! Check out the video below to see the incredible “float out” of the Disney Wish:

    When the Disney Wish sets sail in summer 2022, families will discover a mesmerizing new world created especially for them: a celebration of Disney’s rich legacy of enchanting storytelling that brings to life the fantastical worlds and beloved characters at the heart of Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars adventures like never before.

    Families will embark on a splashtacular adventure with Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse aboard the first-ever Disney attraction at sea; revel in a royal celebration during a theatrical dining experience with “Frozen” friends; team up with the Avengers on a Marvel cinematic dining adventure; and travel to a galaxy far, far away in a first-of-its-kind Star Wars experience on board a Disney ship.

    “With the Disney Wish, we’re continuing our tradition of delivering the most magical and relaxing vacations at sea, combining legendary service and entertainment with imaginative storytelling and all the care you expect from a Disney vacation,” said Josh D’Amaro, chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. “Our newest ship will celebrate everything that families love about sailing with us, from the incredible dining experiences and character interactions, to dazzling shows and the crew’s thoughtful attention to detail. We can’t wait to welcome our guests aboard the Disney Wish as we expand the reach of our world-class fleet.”

    The Disney Wish will sail its maiden voyage — a five-night cruise to Nassau, Bahamas, and Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay — on July 14, 2022, followed by an inaugural season of three- and four-night cruises to the same destinations from Port Canaveral, Florida.

  • Disney Developing Residential Communities Around the Country

    Disney Developing Residential Communities Around the Country

    Disney has announced plans to begin constructing vibrant new residential neighborhoods that are infused with their special brand of magic.

    Each community will feature distinctively designed spaces, unique amenities and Disney’s brand of world-renowned service.

    These master-planned, new home communities are intended to inspire residents to foster new friendships, pursue their interests and write the next exciting chapter in their lives —all while enjoying the attention to detail and special touches that are Disney hallmarks. For a closer look, take a peak at the video below:

    At each location, including some neighborhoods for residents ages 55+, Disney cast members trained in the company’s legendary guest service will operate the community association. Through a club membership, Disney will also provide access to curated experiences, such as wellness programming; entertainment ranging from live performances to cooking classes; philanthropic endeavors; seminars and much more.

    And where will the first one be? None other than a place that has known the footsteps of Walt Disney himself! Cotino, a Storyliving by Disney community, will be built in the heart of the Coachella Valley in Rancho Mirage, Calif. If you’re a Disney history fan, you might know that the brilliant mountain-ringed valley in the Greater Palm Spring area was once a rejuvenating retreat for Walt and Lillian Disney!

  • Seven Dwarfs Being Removed from the ‘Snow White’ Remake After Criticism

    Seven Dwarfs Being Removed from the ‘Snow White’ Remake After Criticism

    Peter Dinklage’s recently criticized of the forthcoming “Snow White” live-action re-make, particularly due to the depiction of the titular seven dwarfs and now Disney has responded.

    “To avoid reinforcing stereotypes from the original animated film, we are taking a different approach with these seven characters and have been consulting with members of the dwarfism community,” a Disney spokesperson said in a statement. “We look forward to sharing more as the film heads into production after a lengthy development period.”

    The response came after the “Game of Thrones” actor expressed concern over the announced reimagining of the 1937 classic “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” the first full-length animated film from Disney, while appearing on the “WTF with Marc Maron” podcast.

    When discussing “West Side Story” star Rachel Zegler’s casting as the titular Disney princess, Dinklage said he was “a little taken aback” at the discrepancy in the “progressive” casting of a Latina actress as Snow White while telling a “backward story about seven dwarfs living in a cave together.”

    Rounding out the forthcoming film’s cast alongside Zegler is Gal Gadot (Red Notice) as the Evil Queen and Andrew Burnap (The Chaperone) in an unknown leading role. Neither of the three actors have spoken out about Dinklage’s comments at this time. 

    According to The Hollywood Reporter, Disney has planned to retool the dwarf characters since the film’s “earliest stages” and is working with “cultural consultants” to ensure an inoffensive portrayal, as the company previously did with 2019’s Aladdin and 2020’s Mulan. However, the former faced criticism for darkening white extras with brown makeup during filming and its stereotypical portrayal of the Middle Eastern community. Similarly, the live-action remake of Mulan proved quite controversial amongst many Chinese critics for the film’s production team’s lack of diversity, inaccurate depictions of Chinese culture, and historical errors.

  • New Strollers Roll Out at Disney World

    New Strollers Roll Out at Disney World

    The rental strollers at Disney World Resort just got a bit more character! This new design featuring Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse just rolled out today.

    The strollers are black, yellow and red and feature Mickey and Minnie Mouse designs on the side.

    Disney said on social media Thursday that cast members prepped the new strollers early Thursday morning to have them ready by park open. Take a closer look below:

    According to Disney’s website, the strollers are available to rent throughout the Walt Disney World theme parks and Disney Springs.

    A single stroller will cost $15 per day or $13 for multiple days; double strollers cost $31 a day and $27 for multiple days.

  • Disney Parks Now Hiring New TikTok Creators

    Disney Parks Now Hiring New TikTok Creators

    If you love Disney and TikTok then this could be the perfect position for you! Walt Disney Parks and Resorts are currently looking for a social media content coordinator to create content on social media, particularly on TikTok.

    The ideal candidate will be able to “share original, clever and innovative ideas, and has a deep passion for the Disney brand”.

    They will also need to be an avid user of a number of different social media platforms and keep up to date with the latest trends. Take a look below for other requirements:

    • Experience in social media and/or related digital marketing
    • Demonstrated ability of video editing
    • Experience with visual storytelling, and producing compelling and engaging social content
    • A passion for social media and current trends
    • Skill in basic photography, animation, graphic design and technology
    • Demonstrate strong creative, original and outside the box thinking
    • Ability to work collaboratively within a group as well as independently with little supervision
    • Openness to feedback with the ability to defend a creative choice while respectfully managing revisions
    • An affinity for the Disney Brand including a passion for being in the Disney parks
    • Solution-oriented perspective that manages change well
    • Ability to manage time efficiently and work within a deadline-oriented environment
    • Proactive mindset
    • Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
    • Willingness to try new things and gain new skills

    The successful candidate will be based in Orlando, Florida.

    So if you think this could be the perfect job for you, just visit Disney’s website here, for all the information and to apply.

  • ‘Santa Clause’ Series Starring Tim Allen Coming to Disney Plus

    ‘Santa Clause’ Series Starring Tim Allen Coming to Disney Plus

    Disney has announced Tim Allen will return for a new Disney Plus series based on The Santa Clause movies.

    The new series will revisit Scott on his 65th birthday, when he realizes he can’t be Santa forever. He wants to spend more time with his family, especially his two kids raised in the North Pole, so he sets off to find a suitable Santa replacement.

    The first “Santa Clause” movie came out in 1994, and followed divorced dad Scott, who accidentally became Santa after the original gift-giver fell off his roof. After he puts on Santa’s red coat, he learns that there is a built-in contractual clause for the occupational risk of falling off roofs.

    This will now be the fourth time Allen has taken up the role of Calvin/Santa. He first starred in the film “The Santa Clause” in 1994, which was followed by two sequels in 2002 and 2006.

    Jack Burditt, who created the Allen-led comedy series “Last Man Standing,” will serve as executive producer and showrunner on “The Santa Clause” series. Allen will executive produce in addition to starring. Kevin Hench, Richard Baker, and Rick Messina will also executive produce. The Disney Branded Television series will be produced by 20th Television. Production on the series will begin in March.