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  • ‘The Lion King’ Trailer Sets Disney Record for Most Views in 24 Hours

    ‘The Lion King’ Trailer Sets Disney Record for Most Views in 24 Hours

    The first teaser-trailer for the upcoming “Lion King” remake made its debut on Thanksgiving Day and Disney has a lot to take “pride” in.  The company took to the internet Saturday to thank the fans for making it the most-viewed Disney trailer debut ever.

    The teaser trailer for the upcoming “live action” feature accumulated 224.6 million views globally in its first 24 hours, becoming Disney’s most watched trailer in a day. Across all studios, it’s the second most watched teaser, behind that of “Avengers: Infinity War,” which tallied 238 million views.

    The studio celebrated the trailer’s success in an Instagram post as you can see below:

    The highly anticipated remake comes from Jon Favreau, who also directed the live-action/CGI remake of The Jungle Book. And while the Lion King has James Earl Jones returning as the iconic Mufasa—its new star-studded cast has fans of the original and new audiences alike excited. Donald Glover, Seth Rogen and Billy Eichner are all set to voice familiar roles, as Simba, Pumbaa, and Timon, respectively. Chiwetel Ejiofor voices Simba’s villainous uncle Scar and Beyoncé lends her magical voice to Nala.

    The original “Lion King” grossed more than $968 million worldwide. Favreau’s Lion King is set to open July 19.

  • Live-Action Lion King Side By Side Trailer Comparison Will Give You Chills

    Live-Action Lion King Side By Side Trailer Comparison Will Give You Chills

    The first teaser trailer for Disney’s live-action “The Lion King” was just released and it’s is amazing. As if the new video wasn’t powerful enough a new video shows the trailer in a side by side comparison with clips from the original animated film and it will give you chills

    In the video, the new trailer is matched up to the original movie clips in a shot for shot recreation and it is spot on. Take a look for yourself below, but remember…  I’m not crying, you’re crying.

    The live action hits just keep on coming and watching the iconic moments from the original animated movies recreated in live-action is what makes these films so magical.

    We’ve seen side by side comparisons before for films like Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin, but this trailer by far has the largest amount of recognizable and iconic clips.

    Disney has continued its dominance at the box office in with a slew of live-action remakes of its animated classics, including “Alice in Wonderland,” “The Jungle Book,” and last year’s $1.25 billion worldwide grossing “Beauty and the Beast.”

    The Lion King is just one of several remakes Disney has on the docket, including Lady in the Tramp for its Disney+ streaming service and Tim Burton’s Dumbo, which bows March 29, 2019.

  • First ‘The Lion King’ Live-Action Teaser Trailer Released

    First ‘The Lion King’ Live-Action Teaser Trailer Released

    There is so much to give thanks for this Thanksgiving, but this news deserves a special thanks.  Disney has just released the first teaser trailer for Jon Favreau’s upcoming live-action “Lion King” adaptation and it’s a thing of pride!

    Disney released the teaser trailer on Thursday as part of the Thanksgiving football festivities, replicating the opening scene of the beloved 1994 original animated film.

    “Everything the light touches is our kingdom,” says Mufusa (James Earl Jones) in a voiceover, as the camera pans over the African wilderness. Take a look at the trailer below:

    Last summer at D23, Favreau first showed off footage from The Lion King including photo-real landscapes and Rafiki introducing baby Simba on Pride Rock, but now we get to see the real thing.

    Donald Glover leads the cast as young Lion Simba who loses his dad, while Beyonce — who is credited in the trailer with her last name, Knowles — voices Nala, a childhood friend and later love interest to Simba. The cast includes James Earl Jones reprising his role from the 1994 animated film as Simba’s father Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Simba’s villainous uncle Scar, Alfre Woodard as Simba’s mother Sarabi, with child actor JD McCrary playing the young version of Simba. Shahadi Wright Joseph is voicing the young Nala, while John Kani voices the baboon Rafiki and John Oliver playing Mufasa’s confidant, the hornbill Zazu.

    The Lion King is just one of several remakes Disney has on the docket, including Lady in the Tramp for its Disney+ streaming service and Tim Burton’s Dumbo, which bows March 29, 2019. Favreau previously had huge success with his remake of The Jungle Book, which grossed $966 million globally.

    The original Lion King grossed more than $968 million worldwide and featured memorable songs from Elton John and Tim Rice. Favreau’s Lion King is set to open July 19, 2019.

  • Black Friday is on Now! Shop Black Friday Deals at shopDisney Today!

    Black Friday is on Now! Shop Black Friday Deals at shopDisney Today!

    Thanksgiving is here and that means TURKEY! But for many, it means Shopping too! Disney store and shopDisney.com have launched Black Friday 2018 early and you’re not going to want to miss these deals.

    Guests will find hundreds of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel toys, home décor, apparel and gifting up to 50 percent off, in-stores and online.

    Here’s a look at some of the newest Black Friday deals from shopDisney.com, your one-stop-shop e-commerce destination:

    Shop Now: Disney Animators’ Collection Rolling Luggage: $54.95

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    Travel in style with this Disney-themed suitcase, complete with sketches of our favorite princesses on it from Snow White to Pocahontas.

    Shop Now: Eeyore Slippers: $15

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    Strut around your house in style with these adorable slippers. If you’re a huge Winnie the Poohfan like I am, then you’ll love these additions to your fall wardrobe.

    Shop Now: Mickey and Minnie Mouse Slippers: $15

    Mickey and Minnie Mouse Slippers

    If you’re in need of a new pair of slippers but the Hundred Acre Wood just isn’t your ‘ish, then these Minnie Mouse inspired ones may be the perfect fit. Of course, they’re complete with polka dots, as you’d expect them to be.

    Shop Now: Minnie Mouse Holiday Sweater: $39.96

    Minnie Mouse Holiday Sweater
    Got an invite to an ugly sweater party this year? Look no further than this multi-colored Minnie Mouse sweater, complete with stripes, snowflakes, diamonds, and the classic little mouse ears in the center.

    Shop Now: Minnie Mouse Pink Bow Zip Hoodie: $30

    Minnie Mouse Pink Bow Zip Hoodie
    If you’d rather cozy up in a stylish hoodie, this Minnie Mouse zip-up is the way to go. It even has a pink bow and cute ears on the hood — perfect for pretending you’re actually at the Magic Kingdom instead.

    Top Holiday Picks
    Disney store and shopDisney offer the best assortment of Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel products for fans of all ages across fashion, accessories, toys, home and more. Some top holiday favorites this year include:

    No matter who your favorite Disney character is, the Disney Store is sure to have products that feature your favorite. From heroes to villains, the Disney Store has it all.

    For holiday shopping inspiration, Guests can check out the shopDisney.com Gift Guide.
  • Fifteen Fun Facts For Mickey Mouse’s Birthday

    Fifteen Fun Facts For Mickey Mouse’s Birthday

    As the famous Walt Disney quote says, “I only hope that we never lose sight of one thing—that it was all started by a mouse.” – and today we’re celebrating that Mouse!

    Mickey Mouse made his official film debut on November 18, 1928, in the film “Steamboat Willie,” and has since become a famous face at Disney Parks around the world.

    In honor of today’s milestone, below are 15 fun facts about Mickey Mouse you may not know:

    1. Walt Disney wrote the first script for “Plane Crazy,” the first short created to star Mickey Mouse, while traveling on a train from Chicago to Los Angeles.
    2. Walt initially named Mickey Mouse “Mortimer,” until Walt’s wife, Lily, suggested “Mickey” was a better choice.

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    1. Disney Legend Ub Iwerks was the sole animator for Mickey Mouse in “Plane Crazy,” and produced an estimated 700 drawings per day for the film, some during the day (as a part of a secret project for Walt) and others after hours in Walt’s garage.
    2. The short film “Steamboat Willie” was the first short starring Mickey Mouse released, but was actually the third created. The first two, “Plane Crazy” and “The Gallopin’ Gaucho,” initially failed to find distributors, but were picked up and released later.
    3. When penning Mickey’s movements, early animators drew inspiration from popular comedic film stars of the day – like Charlie Chaplin.
    4. The first Mickey Mouse Club was formed by theater owner Harry Woodin in Ocean Park, California. On his own accord, Woodin devoted Saturday afternoons in his theater to showing only Mickey Mouse shorts and led children in a Mickey Mouse pledge. Walt later partnered with Woodin and spread the idea of Mickey Mouse Clubs to movie theaters across the nation.
    5. The first Mickey short in which Mickey spoke was “The Karnival Kid,” the ninth Mickey short, which was released in July 1929. His first words: “Hot dog!”
    6. Walt Disney wasn’t satisfied with the first few actors chosen to provide a voice for Mickey Mouse, so he did it, and continued to do so through about 1947.
    7. A Mickey Mouse comic strip, penned by Ub Iwerks, launched in January 1930, and at its height was printed in 40 newspapers in 22 countries.
    8. The first piece of Mickey Mouse merchandise was a tablet of paper that featured the mouse, designed for children. The first Mickey Mouse doll was designed in 1930.

    Mickey Mouse Macy

    1. Mickey Mouse made his debut appearance in the “Macy’s Santa Claus Parade” (now “Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade”) in 1934. Measuring 40-feet-tall, the balloon was handpainted and guided by men and women dressed in Mickey/Minnie Mouse costumes.
    2. When Walt was contemplating a name for his first theme park (Disneyland park), he once considered calling it “Mickey Mouse Village.”
    3. Mickey Mouse was the first animated character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which was given on his birthday (November 18) in 1978.
    4. Mickey Mouse has been a prominent feature at Disney Parks since Disneyland park opened its doors in 1955, with guests interacting with him in character meet and greets, viewing him in parades or snapping up Mickey Mouse merchandise.

    Partners statue

    1. The Partners Statue, a sculpture of Walt and Mickey holding hands, debuted at Disneyland park on Mickey’s birthday in 1993. A second Partners Statue debuted at Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort in 1995.

     

  • Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse! Iconic Character Turns 90 Today

    Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse! Iconic Character Turns 90 Today

    Everyone’s favorite pal Mickey Mouse has been entertaining families for generations. Millions flock to California, Florida and around the world to be with him and his friends every year, and today we’re celebrating his 90th birthday.

    On this day in 1928, Mickey Mouse starred in Steamboat Willie, the first commercially successful animated cartoon to use synchronized sound.

    It was Disney’s third Mickey short, but the first with sound. It debuted as a sneak preview at Universal’s Colony Theatre – located at Broadway & 53rd Street in New York City. It is shown before the feature film Gang War.

    Steamboat Willie is co-directed by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks and features the first appearance of Minnie Mouse. It is animated by Ub Iwerks, Wilfred Jackson and Dick Lundy. The short also features the work of in between artist Les Clark (who will go on to be one of “Walt’s Nine Old Men”). Walt himself supplies the voices for all the characters – although there isn’t any real spoken dialogue just whistling, grunts, laughter and other vocal sounds.

    During the premiere Walt sat nervously at the rear of the theater to gage the audience’s reaction. To his delight, the Colony echoed with laughs and giggles throughout the short! Steamboat Willie was shown every night for two weeks.

    Disney’s imagination created Mickey Mouse, but he drew inspiration from real-life characters. The mouse’s movements were modeled after comedic film stars in the 1920s, including Charlie Chaplin. Mickey’s creator wasn’t only responsible for dreaming the mouse up, he was also responsible for voicing the character. From July 1929, when Mickey said his first words, “Hot Dog!” until about 1947, Disney, himself, was the voice behind the mouse.

    Despite the fact that this is not the first Mickey cartoon made or released, this date is still considered Mickey Mouse’s true debut … and birthday!

  • RUMOR: ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean’ Reboot To Star Female Pirate Redd as Sparrow Replacement

    RUMOR: ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean’ Reboot To Star Female Pirate Redd as Sparrow Replacement

    As we previously reported, Disney might be considering rebooting their billion dollar Pirates of the Caribbean franchise without Johnny Depp and now rumor has it that the lead role may go to a female pirate that many Disney fans already know.

    According to a report today from Hybrid News, the studio is looking to center the franchise on Redd, the recently revamped character in the popular Disney Parks attraction.

    The character is well known to Disney fans and has been around for quite some time.  The redhead has been part of the auction scene in the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction since it first opened, but last year Disney reimagined that section of the ride in both Disneyland and Disney World.

    In Disney World’s new version the famed redhead is no longer being auctioned off. She has a new look and a new attitude! Now she sports a rifle and clearly isn’t taking any guff from any scurvy pirates.

    A bit mysterious by nature, Redd travels to various ports throughout the Caribbean—selling rum and collecting coin.  She has been given a full back story and it could be just what Disney is looking for.  After all, the ride inspired the first set of movies, why not let it inspire the reboot as well.

    There is no script as of yet, but what we do know at this point is that Disney has had early talks with Deadpool and Zombieland screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick about writing the reboot.

  • New Live-Action Dumbo Trailer Will Warm Your Heart

    New Live-Action Dumbo Trailer Will Warm Your Heart

    A new for trailer for Tim Burton’s live-action “Dumbo” remake just aired during the 52nd Annual CMA Awards and it will warm your heart.

    The reimagined story expands on the beloved classic story where, as Disney puts it, “differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight.”

    The story begins when circus owner Max Medici played by Danny DeVito who enlists former star Holt Farrier played Colin Farrell and his children to care for a newborn elephant. “We’re all family here,” they tell a frightened Dumbo. “No matter how small.” Take a look at the trailer below:

    The trailer, which features Norwegian popstar Aurora singing Baby Mine, features clips of Dreamland as well as Dumbo taking flight for the first time.

    Tim Burton helms the live action “Dumbo” which is inspired by the 1941 animated film. It’s written by Ehren Kruger and has an all-star cast including Eva Green, Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton, Alan Arkin, and Danny Devito.

    Disney has continued its dominance at the box office in with a slew of live-action remakes of its animated classics, including “Alice in Wonderland,” “The Jungle Book,” and last year’s $1.25 billion worldwide grossing “Beauty and the Beast.”

    Tim Burton’s Dumbo flies into theaters March 29, 2019.

  • Marvel Legend Stan Lee Dead at 95

    Marvel Legend Stan Lee Dead at 95

    Stan Lee, the creator Marvel Comics, has died at 95.

    An ambulance rushed to Lee’s Hollywood Hills home early Monday morning and he was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

    Lee had suffered several illnesses over the last year or so — he had a bout of pneumonia and vision issues, according to TMZ.

    Lee started Marvel Comics with Jack Kirby back in 1961. He started off with The Fantastic Four and went on to create Spider Man, Black Panther, X-Men, The Incredible Hulk, and more.

    He is survived by his daughter, Joan.

  • Disney Drops First ‘Toy Story 4’ Teaser Trailer

    Disney Drops First ‘Toy Story 4’ Teaser Trailer

    The very first teaser trailer for ‘Toy Story 4’ dropped Monday along with details about the much-anticipated sequel that will emotionally take audiences to “infinity and beyond.”

    The Disney Pixar film is the third sequel to Toy Story starring Tom Hanks as Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, but Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of the gang are joined by newcomer “Forky” in the teaser trailer.

    Forky, voiced by Tony Hale, was a spork until Bonnie made him into a craft project. Since he was not originally a toy, Forky faces something of an existential crisis. Take a look below:

    The story centers around Woody who has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new toy called “Forky” to her room, a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends will show Woody how big the world can be for a toy.

    With the release of Toy Story 4, the beloved franchise now spans more than two decades. The original film was released in 1995, with Toy Story 2 close behind in 1999. The third film, released in 2010, featured the protagonist, Andy, all grown up and going off to college as the toys find a new home with Bonnie.

    “Like most people, I assumed that Toy Story 3 was the end of the story,” director Josh Cooley said in a press release. “And it was the end of Woody’s story with Andy. But just like in life, every ending is a new beginning.”

    Josh Cooley is now helming the film after John Lasseter stepped down from the project and Stephany Folsom has penned the next installment of the franchise after, actress Rashida Jones left due to “creative and philosophical differences” in November 2017.

    Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” ventures to U.S. theaters on June 21, 2019.