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  • 2018 Brings Freshly Digitized Comics Marvel Unlimited

    2018 Brings Freshly Digitized Comics Marvel Unlimited

    Marvel Unlimited is a subscription service that gives members unlimited access to over 20,000 issues of Marvel’s classic and newer titles, delivered digitally through your desktop web browser and the Marvel Unlimited mobile app. More classic and newer issues are added every week and Marvel is bringing a whole host of newly digitized comics to the lineup.

    New Year’s resolution: read more comics on Marvel Unlimited! SECRET EMPIRE rears its head in the pages of ALL-NEW GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY! An infamous alien symbiote takes control in EDGE OF VENOMVERSE! The big screen comes to comics in STAR WARS: DROIDS UNPLUGGED and MARVEL’S THOR: RAGNAROK PRELUDE! The Merc with a Mouth gets unleashed in DEADPOOL KILLS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE AGAIN! Peter Parker and Miles Morales reunite in SPIDER-MEN II! And a brand new mutant story begins with ASTONISHING X-MEN! Get into it!

    Week of 1/1
    ALL-NEW GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY ANNUAL #1
    AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #29
    BEN REILLY: SCARLET SPIDER #4
    BLACK PANTHER #15
    CABLE #2
    DEADPOOL VS. THE PUNISHER #5
    DEFENDERS #2
    DOCTOR STRANGE AND THE SORCERERS SUPREME #9
    EDGE OF VENOMVERSE #1
    ELEKTRA #5
    I AM GROOT #2
    INFAMOUS IRON MAN #9
    JEAN GREY #3
    MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR #20
    OCCUPY AVENGERS #8
    SECRET EMPIRE #5
    SPIDER-GWEN #21
    STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA #8
    STAR WARS: DROIDS UNPLUGGED #1
    STAR WARS: POE DAMERON #16
    THE MIGHTY CAPTAIN MARVEL #6
    THE PUNISHER #13
    THE TOTALLY AWESOME HULK #20
    X-MEN: BLUE #6

    Week of 1/8
    ALL-NEW GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #5
    ALL-NEW WOLVERINE #22
    AVENGERS #9
    BLACK BOLT #3
    CHAMPIONS #10
    DAREDEVIL #23
    DEADPOOL KILLS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE AGAIN #1
    HAWKEYE #8
    IRON FIST #5
    JESSICA JONES #10
    MARVEL UNIVERSE ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN VS. THE SINISTER SIX #11
    MARVEL’S THOR: RAGNAROK PRELUDE #1
    NICK FURY #4
    SECRET EMPIRE: BRAVE NEW WORLD #3
    SPIDER-MAN #18
    SPIDER-MAN/DEADPOOL #19
    SPIDER-MAN: MASTER PLAN #1
    STAR WARS #33
    STAR WARS: ROGUE ONE ADAPTATION #4
    THE UNSTOPPABLE WASP #7
    X-MEN: GOLD #7

    Week of 1/15
    AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #30
    BLACK PANTHER AND THE CREW #4
    DARTH VADER #3
    DEADPOOL #33
    DEFENDERS #3
    DOCTOR STRANGE AND THE SORCERERS SUPREME #10
    EDGE OF VENOMVERSE #2
    GENERATION X #4
    HULK #8
    JEAN GREY #4
    MARVEL UNIVERSE GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #20
    OLD MAN LOGAN #26
    ROCKET #3
    SECRET WARRIORS #4
    SPIDER-MEN II #1
    STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA #9
    THE UNBEATABLE SQUIRREL GIRL #22
    UNCANNY AVENGERS #25
    VENOM #152
    VISION DIRECTOR’S CUT #2
    WEAPON X #5
    X-MEN: BLUE #7
    ZOMBIES ASSEMBLE #0

    Week of 1/22
    ALL-NEW GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #6
    AMAZING SPIDER-MAN: RENEW YOUR VOWS #9
    AMERICA #5
    ASTONISHING X-MEN #1
    DAREDEVIL #24
    DEADPOOL KILLS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE AGAIN #2
    DOCTOR STRANGE #23
    INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #9
    LUKE CAGE #3
    MARVEL’S THOR: RAGNAROK PRELUDE #2
    MIGHTY THOR #21
    MONSTERS UNLEASHED #4
    MS. MARVEL #20
    PETER PARKER: THE SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #2
    ROYALS #5
    SECRET EMPIRE #6
    SECRET EMPIRE: BRAVE NEW WORLD #4
    SPIDER-MAN 2099 #25
    STAR WARS: DARTH MAUL #5
    STAR WARS: POE DAMERON #17
    THE TOTALLY AWESOME HULK #21
    U.S.AVENGERS #8
    ULTIMATES 2 #9
    X-MEN: GOLD #8

    Week of 1/29
    BEN REILLY: SCARLET SPIDER #5
    BLACK PANTHER #16
    CABLE #3
    CAPTAIN AMERICA: SAM WILSON #24
    CAPTAIN AMERICA: STEVE ROGERS #19
    DEADPOOL #34
    EDGE OF VENOMVERSE #3
    GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: TELLTALE GAMES #1
    UNBELIEVABLE GWENPOOL #18
    I AM GROOT #3
    ICEMAN #3
    INFAMOUS IRON MAN #10
    MOON GIRL AND DEVIL DINOSAUR #21
    OCCUPY AVENGERS #9
    SECRET EMPIRE #7
    SPIDER-GWEN #22
    STAR WARS: DOCTOR APHRA #10
    THANOS #9
    THE MIGHTY CAPTAIN MARVEL #7
    THE PUNISHER #14
    WEAPON X #6
    X-MEN: BLUE #8

  • Five Facts We Know About Toy Story Land

    Five Facts We Know About Toy Story Land

    It’s 2018 and quite possibly the best thing about this year is the long-awaited grand opening of Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. In this new land guests will shrink to the size of a toy so they are able to explore Andy’s backyard, which is filled with toys from the “Toy Story” films.

    Here are five things we know about Toy Story Land so far.

    Toy Story Land

    1. You Can View The Toy Story Land Model Now At Walt Disney Presents – Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios can view the Toy Story Land model in person at the Walt Disney Presents exhibit. The full model is on display, as well as ride vehicle maquettes for both Alien Swirling Saucers and Slinky Dog Dash.

    Toy Story Land

    2. Slinky Dog Dash Looks Sweet! – This a family coaster themed as if Andy built it in his backyard using his Mega Coaster Play Kit and some of his other favorite toys. The attraction’s adorable ride vehicles were inspired by Slinky from the film and will send guests dipping, dodging and dashing around Toy Story Land.

    Toy Story Land

    3. Toy Story Friends Like Rex, Jessie, Sarge & Others Can Be Spotted In The Land – Late last year, Rex and Jessie were installed as a part of the Slinky Dog Dash attraction. A peek at the rendering of Woody’s Lunchbox hints at even more characters that will soon be added, like Sarge.

    Toy Story Land

    4. Guests Will Dine At Woody’s Lunchbox – Andy has used his lunch box and thermos to create a walk-up quick-service window that will serve up tasty meals and old-fashioned soda floats. In the rendering above, you can see that Woody’s Lunch Box is surrounded by some of Andy’s favorite toys and lunch items. Stay tuned to the blog in the coming months for specific menu details.

    5. It Opens This Summer At Disney’s Hollywood Studios! – We don’t have an exact opening date yet, but be sure we’ll post it as soon as we know.

     

  • Bluetooth Allows Guests To Open Room Without Tapping MagicBand

    Bluetooth Allows Guests To Open Room Without Tapping MagicBand

    Wouldn’t it be great if you could open your Walt Disney World Resort room door without having to tap your MagicBand. That just might be a reality with Disney adding bluetooth functionality to MagicBands.

    Rumors popped up all over the internet Tuesday about Disney adding Bluetooth functionality to MagicBands and that means no more ‘Mickey to Mickey’ as the cast members say. It also means no spinning that MagicBand around on your wrist trying to get the MagicBand in the right spot to tap and when you have bags full of merchandise in hands.

    First Disney introduced MagicBands with RF technology that allowed keyless entry which made things easier, but now they are adding another technology to MagicBands to make it even easier to get in your room. And if the rumours are true that’s Bluetooth Technology, which should allow guest to open their resort room door just by being near it.  Disney is always looking to expand ways to use new technology to create new and amazing Guest experiences and enhanced Guest service.

    Reports say that Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will be the first to test out the new Bluetooth functionality.  This would mean that guests wouldn’t have to actually touch their MagicBand to the door at these resorts and they would be able to open the door with their MagicBand just by being near it.

    The bluetooth tech has technically always been in the MagicBands, but this would be the first time they have made use of it and the possibilities are limitless. No word yet as to if park entry, FastPass+, Dining Plan, etc. will start use the technology as well, but that would be the next logical step.  There is no official word on this from Disney yet, so we will have to wait and see.

  • Detectives Investigating Mimi Kaboom Actresses Death as Possible Suicide

    Detectives Investigating Mimi Kaboom Actresses Death as Possible Suicide

    Stacy Fulford, who played Mimi Kaboom in Streetmosphere at Hollywood Studios passed away Thursday and investigators are now saying it was not an accident or natural causes.

    We spoke to officials at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office who confirmed there is an active investigation in to the beloved cast members death. “The evidence suggests suicide”, according to detectives. “We can say no foul play is suspected in the death of Ms. Fulford-Morreale.” OCSO’s spokesperson Jane Watrel said.

    OCSO responded to a call for an attempted suicide at 1:10am on the morning of December 28th and they arrived on the scene minutes later. She was pronounced deceased at her home, but the exact circumstances are still unclear at this time as it is still an ongoing investigation. According to the medical examiner’s office the preliminary cause of death is suicide pending toxicology results of course.  No further information is available at this time until detectives conclude the investigation and the medical examiners report is finalized.

    There has been an outpouring of support for the actress who was only 29 years old. The recent news came as such a shock to friends, cast members and fans alike, as she was adored by all who knew her. Her daily performances in the park and infectious spirit brought so much joy to guests and her loss is felt by so many.

    We talked to several of her friends who shared their feelings and memories. Those close to Stacy recall her as a person of high character who could entertain anyone. “She was kind, talented, contiguously fun, and just frankly, better than i can properly put into words.” one friend said. Another friend said, “There was a levity to being around her that’s hard to find. Plus that huge smile of hers could brighten anyone’s day.”

    One of Stacy’s closest college friends, Chaya (Erica) Goldman recalled, “She was so beautiful and so funny, so committed.” She continued, “Stacy was a ball of sunshine. She could make anybody laugh.”

    She posted her fond memories recently on Facebook.

    Fans from all over the world took to the internet to show their support for the entertainer as well.

    Fulford worked full-time at Walt Disney World as a Citizen of Hollywood at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as well as various other venues around the parks. Specializing in improvisation, she was also skilled in and passionate about both Shakespeare and musical theatre. Outside of Disney, Stacy could be seen onstage at various theatres around the greater Orlando area. She was also very passionate about rescue animals and rescued her dog and cat and encouraged others to rescue as well.

    Stacy was loved so much and was a light to all who knew her and her light will shine forever. Our sympathies go out to her family, friends and to all the Citizens of Hollywood who worked with her. Memorial Services for Stacy Fulford take place on Sunday January 7, 2018 at 2:00pm at Indian River City United Methodist Church in Titusville, FL Florida.

  • NEW Wreck-it Ralph 2 Teaser Breaks the Internet

    NEW Wreck-it Ralph 2 Teaser Breaks the Internet

    Disney rang in the new year by releasing a new teaser for Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 on Monday. The teaser is short, but sweeter than Sugar Rush and shows Ralph wrecking his way through 2017 and right into 2018.

    The highly-anticipated animated sequel picks up six years after the original. This time around, after their old-fashioned arcade is connected to a Wi-Fi router, they find themselves on an adventure that takes them across the world wide web.

    Wreck-It Ralph and Vanellope von Schweetz, now long time friends, will return as they move on from the arcade game world to exploring the infinitely more vast universe of the internet. John C. Reilly and Sarah Silverman are also back as the voices of Ralph and Vanellope.

    Some footage from Wreck-It Ralph 2 first debuted last summer at Disney’s D23 Expo, but this is the first taste of a teaser that Disney has released. Fans will be anxiously awaiting a full trailer, but Disney is clearly ready to start getting fans excited about seeing Ralph start wrecking again.

    Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2 hits theaters on November 21, 2018.

  • 2018 Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

    2018 Disney World Refurbishment Schedule

    if you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World you may want to know what will be closed during your visit so you can plan accordingly.  Disney World Refurbishment is standard procedure to keep the rides safe and updated and the resorts looking fresh and new.

    refurbishment and temporary closures are subject to change without notice. Take a look below at the list of Walt Disney World closings and refurbishment taking place during 2018.

     

    Magic Kingdom

    • Cinderella’s Royal Table – February 28, 2018 to March 2, 2018
    • Liberty Square Riverboat – January 8, 2018 to TBD
    • Pirates of the Caribbean – February 26, 2018 to March 18, 2018
    • Splash Mountain – January 8, 2018 to February 1, 2018

    Epcot

    • The American Adventure – Early January to Early February 2018

    Animal Kingdom

    • Kali River Rapids – January 2, 2018 to February 10, 2018
    • Finding Nemo: The Musical – February 4, 2018 to February 25, 2018
    • Flights of Wonder – Closes Permanently January 1, 2018

    Water Parks

    • Blizzard Beach – October 29, 2017 to January 6, 2018
    • Typhoon Lagoon – January 7, 2018 to March 7, 2018

    Disney Springs

    • DisneyQuest – Now Permanently Closed
    • Portobello Country Italian Trattoria – Now Permanently Closed; New Concept Opening 2018
    • Wolfgang Puck Cafe – Now Permanently Closed
    • La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil – Permanently Closing December 31, 2017; New Concept Opening TBD

    Walt Disney World Monorail

    • Ongoing service until further notice could result in modified service and routes.

    Walt Disney World Resort Hotels

     

    Disney’s All–Star Movies Resort

    • The Duck Pond leisure pool will be under refurbishment – Jan. 2-Spring 2018.

    Disney’s All–Star Music Resort

    The Calypso Pool will be under refurbishment – Late February – Early March 2018.

    Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village

    • The Samawati Springs Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Early January – Mid-January 2018.

    Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

    • The Big Blue Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Mid-January 2018.
    • The Flippin’ Fins Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Late January – Early February 2018.
    • Cozy Cone Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Early February – Mid February 2018.
    • Disney Skyliner. There will also be construction of the new transportation system.
    • The resort is currently undergoing various other ongoing refurbishment projects.

    Disney’s BoardWalk Inn

    • The resort is currently undergoing various other ongoing refurbishment projects.

    Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort

    • Ongoing: Old Port Royale Food Court, Shutters at Old Port Royale, Cabana Pool Bar and Calypso Trading Post will be closed.
    • Disney Skyliner. There will also be construction of the new transportation system.

    Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

    • Hard goods refurbishment will be taking place through Summer 2019.

    Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground

    • Meadow Swimmin’ Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Late January – Early February 2018.

    Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

    • The Grand Floridian Beach Pool & Pool Bar will be undergoing refurbishment – Jan. 2-Spring 2018.

    Disney’s Old Key West Resort

    • Room refurbishment will be taking place Aug. 1-June 28.

    Disney’s Pop Century Resort

    • Room refurbishment will be taking place Now through Summer 2018
    • Ongoing: The resort is currently undergoing refurbishment projects.
    • The Bowling Pool will be under refurbishment – Late February – May 2018.

    Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – French Quarter

    • Room refurbishment will be taking place Early January through late Spring 2018.

    Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa

    • High Rock Springs Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Mid-January – Late January 2018.
    • The Paddock Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Late January – Mid-February 2018.

    Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

    • Copper Creek Springs Pool will be undergoing refurbishment – Mid February – Late February 2018.

    Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

    • The Convention Center will be undergoing expansion work Now through Winter 2018.

    Guests may see or hear construction, but should not be heard from guest rooms between dusk and 9:00 a.m. Alternate amenities, including dining, merchandise and recreation locations, will be available.

    Walt Disney World Permanent Closures

    Magic Kingdom Park

    • Wishes: Closed permanently in May 2017
    • Stitch’s Great Escape – Closes Permanently in January 2018

    Epcot

    • Ellen’s Energy Adventure: Closed permanently Aug. 13, 2017

    Disney’s Hollywood Studios

    • The Great Movie Ride: Closed permanently Aug. 13, 2017

    Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

    • Flights of Wonder: Closed permanently Dec. 31, 2017

    Disney Springs

    • DisneyQuest: Closed permanently July 3, 2017
    • Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe: Closed permanently Aug. 3, 2017
    • La Nouba by Cirque du Soleil: Closed permanently Jan. 1, 2018
  • 18 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World Resort in 2018

    18 Reasons to Visit Walt Disney World Resort in 2018

    As if we needed another reason to visit Walt Disney World, 2018 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for guests filled with new experiences.

    With an amazing land set to debut at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this summer, plus the return of guest-favorite festivals and multitude of new dining locations there is so much to look forward to.

    If you’re considering planning a Disney vacation in 2018, here is a list of 18 reasons why the new year should be the year for your Disney vacation!

    1. Star Wars: The Last Jedi-Inspired Additions Are On Display At Star Wars Launch Bay
    New props and models from Star Wars: The Last Jedi were recently put on display to Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

    2. Experience Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire Hyper-Reality Experience by ILMxLAB and The VOID
    This newly opened experience is guaranteed to be a hit for Star Wars fans in 2018. Located in Disney Springs, Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire transports guests deep into the Star Wars universe, allowing them to walk freely and untethered throughout a multisensory experience with friends and family. In groups of four, teams will go undercover as stormtroopers to capture Imperial intelligence vital to the budding rebellion’s survival.

    Star Tours

    3. Star Tours – The Adventures Continue Now Offers Two New Destinations
    This attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios now takes passengers to two exciting new destinations: Crait, the site of an epic battle in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and Batuu, the remote outpost guests will discover when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opens at the park in 2019.

    4. 25th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Celebration
    The Walt Disney World Marathon will mark its 25th anniversary this year. The race weekend will “run” from Jan. 3-7, and include a 5K, 10K, half-and-full marathon.

    5. Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts Expands
    Epcot’s art festival returns for a second year, with this year’s event offering seminars, workshops classes on drawing animation, photography and the art of making topiaries. Guests can also enjoy world-class cuisine at the food studios, or enjoy a Disney on Broadway series performance. It runs January 12-February 19.

    Disney After Hours Main Street Castle

    6. Disney After Hours Event Nights Return to Magic Kingdom Park
    Disney After Hours event nights will return to Magic Kingdom Park on January 19, 26, and 30, February 8 and 15, March 1 and 8. Experience an event that takes place after the park closes and is only open to a limited number of guests (which means much shorter lines) at 25 attractions and experiences.

    7. Disney Springs Will Welcome Eight New Dining Locations
    A total of eight exciting new F&B locations are set to make their grand debuts at Disney Springs in 2018. The Edison, along with Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Enzo’s Hideaway and Pizza Ponte are scheduled to open early in 2018, while Terralina Crafted Italian, Wine Bar George, Jaleo and Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill are set to debut later on in the year.

    Epcot Flower and Garden

    8. The Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary
    This year’s festival will run from February 28-May 28. The 90-day event brings with it a multitude of Disney character topiaries, tasty offerings at 15 Outdoor Kitchens, garden tours, the Garden Rocks music series, new kids’ activities, the Egg-Stravaganza scavenger hunt and much more.

    Animal Kingdom

    9. Disney’s Animal Kingdom Celebrates It’s 20th Anniversary
    Walt Disney World’s theme park dedicated to celebrating life in the animal kingdom will mark a milestone 20th anniversary on Earth Day, April 22, this year.

    10. An “UP”-Inspired Show Will Debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
    A new show featuring Russell and Dug from Disney•Pixar’s film “UP” will offer guests the chance to see Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and his furry friend Dug, this spring, as they discover species of birds from around the world in their newest adventure at the Caravan Theater in Anandapur Village.

    11. Celebrate The Mighty St. Patrick’s Festival at Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant at Disney Springs
    Raglan Road is the place to be for St. Patty’s Day, this March 17. The annual event features live music and Irish dance performances, plus plenty of great food.

    Toy Story Land

    12. Toy Story Land Opens in Summer 2018
    The highly anticipated expansion at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will debut to guests this summer, and with it, two new attractions: Alien Swirling Saucers and the Slinky Dog Dash family coaster. Guests can already catch a glimpse of what’s in store inside the park’s Walt Disney Presents attraction, where they can view the model and some attraction vehicle maquettes.

    13. Disney’s Caribbean Beach Resort Enhancements
    Debuting this summer several areas of this resort are currently undergoing enhancements, including a transformation for the resort’s existing lobby, an expansion of Centertown Market, and the addition of a new Caribbean-inspired restaurant and pool bar.

    Halloween Party

    14. Get Into The Halloween Spirit At Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
    This event is a must-do for guests visiting in the fall. Get ready to collect candy, dress in costumes, and enjoy Halloween entertainment like only Disney can create. Highlights of this special-ticket party include “Happy HalloWishes” fireworks, the “Boo-To-You Halloween Parade” and more.

    15. Fall Will Be Unforgettable With The Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
    Plan for a fantastic fall with the return of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The 2018 event will feature many guest favorites – including global marketplaces, the Eat to the Beat Concert Series, guest chef appearances, culinary demonstrations, beverage seminars and so much more.

    Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade

    16. Holiday Favorite Events Will Return
    Keep it locked here on MyDisneyDorks.com throughout 2018 for vacation planning information useful for planning holiday visits, with updates on 2018 Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Parties at Magic Kingdom Park, the Epcot International Festival of the Holidays, the Flurry of Fun celebration Disney’s Hollywood Studios, holiday shopping and entertainment at Disney Springs, and more.

    17. ESPN Wide World of Sports Will Expand
    ESPN Wide World of Sports will open a new multi-use sports and entertainment venue in 2018. It will seat more than 8,000 guests and have the ability to host six regulation basketball courts, six regulation volleyball courts or concert configurations. For cheer and dance events, it will accommodate performance and warm-up space and include a flexible design for one large competition space that can be set up for as many as four competition areas. Additional areas can be tailored for warm-up and practice, along with areas for judges and officials. There will be concessions throughout the building, and additional box office and entry to the complex.

    18. More Updates on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
    Slated to open in 2019, this entire land will allow guests to visit a remote trading port on the edge of wild space, where Star Wars characters and their stories come to life – and where guests will find themselves in the middle of the action. The lands will feature two major attractions that put guests in the middle of a battle between the First Order and the Resistance. Each attraction – and even the land itself – will offer guests the chance to immerse themselves in the Star Wars universe like never before. We’ll keep you updated throughout 2018 on this thrilling new land.

     

  • Special Sneak Peek of ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ Coming to Disney Parks

    Special Sneak Peek of ‘A Wrinkle in Time’ Coming to Disney Parks

    It’s officially 2018 and the New Year is already bringing us exciting news from Disney Parks. Very soon, Guests visiting Disney Parks will be able to preview scenes from Disney’s epic adventure “A Wrinkle in Time” in sneak peeks planned for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts.

    At Disney California Adventure park, this short preview of “A Wrinkle in Time” will be presented in 3D with special in-theater effects at the Sunset Showcase Theater, while Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get to see this advance look at clips from the film as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction.

    A Wrinkle in Time

    From visionary director Ava DuVernay comes Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time,” based on Madeleine L’Engle’s timeless classic which takes audiences across dimensions of time and space, examining the nature of darkness versus light and, ultimately, the triumph of love. Through one girl’s transformative journey led by three celestial guides, we discover that strength comes from embracing one’s individuality and that the best way to triumph over fear is to travel by one’s own light.

    A Wrinkle in Time

    Here’s a special New Year’s message from two-time Academy Award® nominee Oprah Winfrey, Oscar® winner Reese Witherspoon, and Emmy® nominee Mindy Kaling, who portray Mrs. Which, Mrs. Whatsit and Mrs. Who in “A Wrinkle in Time.”

    Be a warrior, and catch this sneak peek, along with a display of costumes used in the production of the film, for a limited time starting February 9 at Disney California Adventure park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and prepare to tesser into theaters on March 9 when Disney’s “A Wrinkle in Time” opens nationwide.

  • Star Wars: The Last Jedi Forces Its Way To $1 Billion Worldwide

    Star Wars: The Last Jedi Forces Its Way To $1 Billion Worldwide

    In only three weeks Disney-Lucasfilm’s “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” has blasted past $1 billion in worldwide box office sales to close out 2017. While many critics have given the latest installment rave reviews, there have been mixed reviews from general audiences, but if the box office sales are any indication then this film is no scruffy-looking nerf herder.

    “The Last Jedi” pulled in $120.4 million globally on the New Year’s Eve weekend with $52.4 million at 4,232 domestic venues and an additional $68 million internationally. All this before the significant boost it will receive when it opens in its final market on Jan. 5 in China.

    On the final day of 2017, “The Last Jedi” has surpassed Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” as the top grossing film in North America for 2017. According to studio estimates on Sunday, “The Last Jedi” brings its domestic total $517.1 million after it’s haul this weekend, while Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” totals $504 million for the year.

    “The Last Jedi” is now the eighth highest-grossing domestic movie of all time with $517.1 million and 24th on the worldwide chart with $1.04 billion. The eighth film in the “Star Wars” saga premiered in North America on December 14 to the second-biggest opening ever and is second only to its predecessor, “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” which debuted in 2015.

    “The Last Jedi” is already close to surpassing “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” which brought in $1.06 billion in revenue last year. The last numbered Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens, stands at $2.07 billion, ranking it third place all time after its December 2015 premiere.

    While the film may crack the top ten globally, odds are it wont come close to “Force Awakens” numbers.  But as Han Solo would say, “Never tell me the odds!”

    Directed by Rian Johnson, “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” picks up where “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” left off. It stars returning cast members Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver, Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, and Andy Serkis. New stars include Kelly Marie Tran, Laura Dern, and Benicio del Toro.

  • UPDATE: Magic Kingdom Now Re-Open to All Guests

    UPDATE: Magic Kingdom Now Re-Open to All Guests

    After closing to some guests earlier today, Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World is once again open to all guests.

    In their most recent Twitter update, Disney said, “As of 5:30pm Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park are available to all Guests.”

    Magic Kingdom was temporarily closed at 11:30am today.  It was a Phase B closure which means no admission of guests with one day tickets, and no re-entering or crossing over from another park unless they are staying on property, have an annual pass and a few other exceptions.

    Guests will again start pouring in to ring in the new year so don’t be surprised if there is another closure before the night is through. Or in this case before the year is through.