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  • BREAKING: First ‘The Mandalorian’ Trailer for Season 2 Released by Disney

    BREAKING: First ‘The Mandalorian’ Trailer for Season 2 Released by Disney

    Disney has debuted the first trailer for The Mandalorian’s second season after recently announcing the show will return on October 30th.

    The two-minute trailer takes viewers to a galaxy far, far away as the bounty hunter known as the Mandalorian and his little green friend nicknamed Baby Yoda, fight their way through the wretched hive of scum and villainy in the Star Wars universe.

    “Wherever I go, he goes,” the Mandalorian, who is played by Pedro Pascal, can be heard saying in the trailer as you can see below:

    Disney made sure the trailer showcased everything that fans and Disney+ subscribers loved about the show’s first season. There were blaster gun battles, rusty spaceships, remnants of the evil Empire, and, of course, Baby Yoda being, well, cute.

    The series, which launched Disney’s streaming efforts last November, was an instant success. The show was well-reviewed, dominated social chatter online, and even overshadowed the much-maligned “Star Wars” film, “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” which opened last December.

  • ‘Doogie Howser, MD’ Getting Female-Led Reboot on Disney+

    ‘Doogie Howser, MD’ Getting Female-Led Reboot on Disney+

    A female-led reboot of the popular ‘90s series Doogie Howser M.D. has been picked up by Disney Plus.

    Disney+ has green-lit Doogie Kameāloha, M.D., the working title for a reboot of the popular ABC series Doogie Howser, which aired for four seasons between 1989 and 1993 and starred a fresh-faced Neil Patrick Harris as the titular teen doctor.

    The 10-episode half-hour comedy follows Kameāloha as she juggles a budding medical career and life as a teenager. Guiding Lahela (and also complicating things) is her family, including her spit-fire Irish mother who’s also her supervisor at the hospital, and her Hawaiian “Local Boy” father struggling to accept that his daughter is no longer his little girl.

    “Thirty years ago, a young medical prodigy took the world by storm and left a lasting impact on pop culture,” Ricky Strauss (president of content and marketing at Disney+) said in a statement. “Kourtney and the team at 20th Television have created a very modern take on this beloved property which will resonate with our global Disney+ audience. We can’t wait to introduce the world to the new Doogie!”

  • Disney World 30% Off Merchandise Discount for Passholders Returns

    Disney World 30% Off Merchandise Discount for Passholders Returns

    Annual passholders will once again be able to save 30 percent off merchandise at Disney World.

    Returning September 15, the discount will only be available on select merchandise at Disney World owned-and-operated merchandise locations.

    This is just one of the discounts Disney World has available to passholders. For a limited time, passholders can also save up to 40 percent off on stays at select Disney World resort hotels.

    Passholders will have until October 29 to take advantage of the discount.

  • Olaf Returns in New Disney Short and Educational Videos for Kids

    Olaf Returns in New Disney Short and Educational Videos for Kids

    Tuesday, on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” Josh Gad, who voices adorable snowman Olaf in Disney’s “Frozen” franchise announced a new animated short and Olaf-led educational videos.

    The short called “Once Upon a Snowman,” follows Olaf and his untold origins after being created by Elsa and searching for his identity. It will premiere exclusively on Disney+ on Oct. 23.

    “This is an idea that started to form when I was an animator on the first Frozen,” “Once Upon a Snowman” co-director Trent Correy said in a statement. ”Dan Abraham and I are so grateful and excited to have had the opportunity to direct this short, working with our incredible colleagues at Walt Disney Animation Studios.” Take a look at the clip below:

    The fun doesn’t stop there! Olaf is also helping kids (and parents) with the challenges of remote learning, Gad announced. Disney is introducing “Olaf’s Learning Adventures,” a series of fun and educational tutoring videos led by Olaf, in topics ranging from science to grammar to math.

  • Disneyland is Not Moving to Texas from California Despite Rumor

    Disneyland is Not Moving to Texas from California Despite Rumor

    The rumors about Disneyland leaving California for Texas are not true despite a rumor that has gained traction online.

    A satirical website called UncleWalts.com reported on Aug. 31 that the theme park would be relocating to Texas and noted that the new location would be revealed soon.

    The terms of use on the website clearly state that the website is satirical and has no basis in fact.

    UncleWalts.com also reported that SeaWorld San Diego would be relocating to San Antonio on Sunday – another fictitious rumor.

  • Special Florida Residents Deals on Seasonal Magic at Walt Disney World Now Available

    Special Florida Residents Deals on Seasonal Magic at Walt Disney World Now Available

    Florida Residents looking to visit Walt Disney World Resort can enjoy some special offers and save on magical seasonal experiences at Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT and more. 

    First, with a Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket, guests can visit 2, 3 or 4 days – depending on the ticket purchased – at one Walt Disney World theme park per day. Florida Residents can enjoy a 2-day Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Ticket for just $130 plus tax. 2-day Florida Resident Disney Magic Flex Tickets must be used by September 30, 2020. Reservations are limited and subject to availability.

    Also, for a limited time, Florida Residents will be able to receive a 20% discount on select merchandise at Walt Disney World Resort owned and operated locations. This special new discount runs Mondays through Thursdays—September 15 through October 29, 2020 (proof of residency required).

    And Florida Residents can stay in the middle of the magic with a special Resort hotel offer. Residents can save up to 35% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights through December 25, 2020.

    As a reminder, Disney continues to operate with new protocols in place to promote the health and well-being of guests and cast members. To manage attendance during this time, we are using the Disney Park Pass system. All guests with a ticket or annual pass are required to make a reservation in advance for each park entry.

    When visiting, Florida Residents can enjoy bewitching fall surprises across the Resort, including at Magic Kingdom Park. From September 15 to October 31, Main Street, U.S.A. will be dressed in fall décor and other seasonal offerings, like a special Halloween-themed character cavalcade with Mickey, Minnie, Pluto and pals.

    And for the first time, guests of all ages can wear their funniest, Disney-ist, most creative costumes during Magic Kingdom Park regular operating hours.

  • Disney Halloween Costumes Available on shopDisney are too Cute

    Disney Halloween Costumes Available on shopDisney are too Cute

    If you love Disney, dressing up your dog for Halloween is simple — just pick your favorite Disney character! 

    But turning your dog into a beloved Disney character is not only an adorable and fun choice but a cost effective one as well — just look at these easy options all on shopDisney.

    Take a look at the adorable options below:

    Tinker Bell Pet Costume – $23.99

    You’ll need to keep your four-legged friend on a leash to stop them flying away to Never Land when they’re wearing this Tinker Bell costume. Inspired by the plucky pixie in Peter Pan, this outfit includes her signature green dress, complete with wings, and a blonde Tink wig.

    Stitch Costume for Pets – $23.99

    Rather than Stitch being mistaken for a dog, your dog will be mistaken for Stitch with this fun pet costume. Inspired by Experiment 626 from Lilo & Stitch, the outfit includes the main body featuring his distinctive markings, and his headwear complete with 3D ears.

    Olaf Pet Costume by Rubie’s – Frozen – $19.99

    Your four-legged friend will really ice their transformation into the lovable snowman from Frozen with this adorable Olaf costume for pets. You won’t need to dangle a carrot to get them to wear it, but if you do, then fortunately there’s one included.

    Minnie Mouse Pet Costume by Rubie’s – $19.99

    Dress your little canine sweetheart in this adorable Minnie Mouse-inspired polka dot dress costume for pets. Easy on and off, it features a Minnie ears headband complete with bow.

    Woody Pet Costume by Rubies – Toy Story – $19.99

    Give your pet a rootin’ tootin’ look with this Woody costume that includes a shirt and hat. Available in a choice of sizes, it includes an attached bandana that fastens easily and even a foam sheriff’s badge.

  • Disney Announces New Halloween Experiences Coming to Disney World This Fall

    Disney Announces New Halloween Experiences Coming to Disney World This Fall

    Disney has shared some new details about some of the fall fun coming September 15 – October 31 to Magic Kingdom Park, and it’s going to be a spooktacular time!

    Throughout the day, special Halloween cavalcades will pop up on the parade route and head down Main Street, U.S.A. You could come across Mickey Mouse and his pals, all dressed up for the occasion in Boo-tiful Halloween costumes.

    On select days, you may even encounter a cavalcade of Disney Villains – from Gaston and Maleficent to Queen of Hearts and Jafar – creeping down the path, or a nightmarish procession featuring the Pumpkin King himself, Jack Skellington!

    As another special treat for the Halloween season, Disney is welcoming back the iconic Dapper Dans back to Magic Kingdom Park, beginning September 20, performing as their undead alter egos The Cadaver Dans. You’ll be enchanted by a cappella performances from the Cadaver Dans when they emerge from their tombs.

    The Halloween spirit is also in the air over at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, where Minnie’s Halloween Dine is set to return to Hollywood & Vine, beginning September 25. A monster feast will be served to your table, and favorite Disney friends will make special appearances in the restaurant. You can wave and snap photos of your hostess, Minnie Mouse, dressed as a happy witch. Goofy is coming as a spooky cowboy, with Mickey Mouse as a funny vampire, and his best pal, Pluto, gets into the act wearing a cute Halloween collar.

  • New Baby Yoda Bags from Danielle Nicole Star Wars Collection are Strong with the Force

    New Baby Yoda Bags from Danielle Nicole Star Wars Collection are Strong with the Force

    Danielle Nicole is releasing two new Baby Yoda inspired bags as part of their Star Wars The Mandalorian collection.

    The collection features a pair of new handbags that are designed so you can bring “The Child” along for your everyday adventures.

    Designer Danielle DiFerdinando of Danielle Nicole handbags merges the fantasy of Star Wars storytelling with the personality of the people she expects to take her bags on their own journeys when the line launches later this week. Take a closer look at the cute new bags below:

    “I first discovered Star Wars at Star Tours at Disney World in Orlando when I was little girl with my family,” DiFerdinando notes. “I remember going on the ride with my three sisters and our parents and it felt like I was in another galaxy. It was a fantasy escape. It was so fun and it felt so real!”

    She has found herself thinking back to that entry point often while translating the Child from the screen into accessories for everyday wear. “Whenever you wear the bag, you have that emotional connection of what you experienced when watching that series,” she says.

    Already a fan of the wise Master Yoda, when DiFerdinando first saw the mysterious Child, with similarly green-hued skin and big pointed ears, she knew the character was special. “I immediately fell in love with The Child because he was so adorable. Then later you learn just how special this little guy is and why it is important to protect him. He’s definitely a character you cannot underestimate. Small but mighty.”

    Shop the Danielle Nicole x Star Wars collection this week, beginning September 10 at 11 a.m. EST at Danielle-Nicole.com.

  • Metallica Re-Writing ‘Nothing Else Matters’ for Disney film ‘Jungle Cruise’

    Metallica Re-Writing ‘Nothing Else Matters’ for Disney film ‘Jungle Cruise’

    Disney has enlisted iconic heavy metal band Metallica to create an orchestral version of “Nothing Else Matters” for their upcoming film “Jungle Cruise.”

    Speaking in a new interview with Collider, the band’s drummer Lars Ulrich revealed that they have rewritten their 1991 hit with Oscar nominated composer James Newton Howard for the new film, starring Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson and Emily Blunt.

    “James Newton Howard, the man, the myth, the absolute legend! Considering what’s he’s done, it’s an absolute honour to have done this with him, and we’re excited for the world to hear it,” Ulrich said.

    The thought of the heavy metal giants working on a Disney movie was certainly a surprise for fans of the band. But it turns out that Sean Bailey, who is the production president over at the studio, isn’t just a huge Metallica fan, but that Ulrich loves Disney movies, too.

    “It really goes back to (Bailey), who is a lifelong rock fan, and is just all-around one of the greatest, most friendly, generous, warm, and embracing people you’ll find in the music business,” Ulrich said.

    “My wife and I are big Disney fans, so there’s a great friendship there, and he’s always looked for the right match where there was a way that Metallica could contribute to some project of theirs.”

    “It’s kind of an interesting morph,” Ulrich said, “but it’s a very unusual morph in that it’s kind of his arrangement of ‘Nothing Else Matters’ that we’re playing.”