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Disney Reveals New Streaming Service Will Be Called Disney Plus

Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger announced yesterday during a live audio webcast of Disney’s fiscal full year and fourth quarter 2018 financial results that the name of Disney’s new direct-to-consumer streaming service is Disney+.

Disney’s new DTC (direct to consumer) streaming service is meant to be a direct competitor with Netflix and hopefully give the company a serious foothold in the streaming market.

One thing this new service has is lots of content, but still Disney is planning on making more. Disney also announced its plans for a second Live action Star Wars series as well as a Marvel series centered around a fan-favorite character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The new projects join an impressive slate of films and series planned for Disney+ that includes new stories set in the worlds of Disney•Pixar’s Monsters Inc. and Disney Channel’s High School Musical, as well as a galaxy far, far away. Earlier this year, Lucasfilm revealed that Emmy-nominated producer and actor Jon Favreau will write and executive produce The Mandalorian for Disney+.

Once ties are severed with Netflix for good, Disney will be losing an estimated $300 million in annual revenue from Netflix for pay-TV rights. Beginning in 2019, Captain Marvel and every Disney film released in theaters will no longer head to Netflix and instead will make their way to Disney+. Ant-Man and the Wasp will now be the last Marvel movie to come to Netflix.

Disney+ is scheduled to launch in the U.S. in late 2019.

November 9, 2018
Disney Announces Marvel TV Series Based on Loki Starring Tom Hiddleston

Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger confirmed yesterday that Marvel is in development of a live-action series for the company’s new direct-to-consumer streaming service called Disney+.

To help Disney+ complete with Netflix, the company is assembling a live-action series centered around a fan-favorite character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Iger confirmed during Disney’s latest earnings report that Marvel Studios is developing a series based on Loki and Tom Hiddleston will be reprising his role as the god of mischief.

Disney+ will debut in the United States sometime in late 2019. It’s unclear when the Loki show will debut, how many episodes there will be, or what the plot will be, but thankfully the rumor of a live-action series centered around Loki isn’t just more mischief from the demigod trickster from Asgard.

We don’t know where in Marvel’s timeline this new series will fit into, but it will be interesting to see given the character’s fate in Avengers: Infinity War.

Iger also announced that Lucasfilm is developing a second Star Wars live-action series for the new service. Stay tuned to Disney Dorks for the latest updates.

November 9, 2018
A Second Live-Action Star Wars Series Based on ‘Rogue One’ is in the Works

Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger announced yesterday that Lucasfilm is in development of a second Star Wars live-action series for the company’s new direct-to-consumer streaming service called Disney+.

The series, which will go into production next year, follows the adventures of rebel spy Cassian Andor during the formative years of the Rebellion and prior to the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Diego Luna will reprise the role of Andor.

“Going back to the Star Wars universe is very special for me,” said Luna. “I have so many memories of the great work we did together and the relationships I made throughout the journey. We have a fantastic adventure ahead of us, and this new exciting format will give us the chance to explore this character more deeply.”

The rousing spy thriller will explore tales filled with espionage and daring missions to restore hope to a galaxy in the grip of a ruthless Empire.

A release date for the series has not yet been announced. Stay tuned to Disney Dorks for the latest updates.

November 9, 2018
Mickey Mouse ABC TV Special Airs This Weekend Celebrating 90 Years

Mickey Mouse is turning 90 this year and the iconic character is getting his own prime-time TV special that will air this weekend on ABC.

You can celebrate 90 years of the one-and-only Mickey Mouse in a two-hour, prime-time special airing this Sunday, November 4 starting at 8:00 p.m. EST. From the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California, the elegant affair will feature star-studded musical performances, moving tributes and never-before-seen short films.

You can watch the dazzling special on the ABC app from your smartphone and tablet (iOS and Android), computer on ABC.com and connected devices (Roku, AppleTV and Amazon Fire TV). Take a look at the trailer below.

Superstars from music, film and television will join the festivities to celebrate the birthday of the internationally beloved character, including Kristen Bell, Sofia Carson, Tony Hale, Sarah Hyland, Sklyar Astin, Kelsea Ballerini, Miles Brown, Anna Camp, Josh Gad, Wendy McLendon-Covey and Sage Steele. There will also be special musical performances by Josh Groban, NCT 127, Leslie Odom Jr., Meghan Trainor, Zac Brown Band, Luis Fonsi and Tori Kelly.

Since his big-screen debut in Steamboat Willie on Nov. 18, 1928, Mickey has been the global ambassador for The Walt Disney Company. From the beloved Mickey Mouse Club to today’s Mickey Mouse cartoon shorts, Mickey’s optimistic outlook and endearing personality continue to delight fans around the world every day.

Disney Parks will continue the celebration with special in-park activations at all six Disney resorts around the world, bringing the party well into the New Year for all things Mickey Mouse.

November 1, 2018
Pirates Of The Caribbean May Reboot Without Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp may have walked the plank as Jack Sparrow for the last time according to some reports. A “Pirates Of The Caribbean” exec hinted recently that the actor would not appear in the newly planned reboot of the franchise.

The 55-year-old has played Jack Sparrow in the films for the past 15 years, but he will reportedly no longer be part of the films as Disney Studios plan a reboot.

As Disney Studios confirm they are planning a major reboot for the franchise, script writer Stuart Beattie revealed in an interview with DailyMailTV that they were planning on reworking the whole franchise – and implying that Johnny Depp might not appear in the reboot.

“I think he’s had a great run”, the writer said of Johnny Depp’s 15 years playing Jack Sparrow. “Obviously, he’s made that character his own and it’s become the character he’s most famous for now. And kids all over the world love him as that character so I think it’s been great for him, it’s been great for us, so I’m just very, very happy about it.”

He went on to say that playing the pirate will be Depp’s “legacy” as “it’s the only character he’s played five times”, adding that it was the franchise that helped him to establish himself as an actor.

Screenrant reported back in August that, Disney is keen to bring Joachim Ronning back to direct a sixth Pirates movie, which would likely focus on the new, younger cast members; Brenton Thwaites as Henry Turner, and Kaya Scodelario as Carina Smyth.

According to Deadline, Disney has had early talks with Deadpool and Zombieland screenwriters Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick about writing a script.

It is not known why Depp has been dropped from the Pirates Of The Caribbean franchise, but Depp’s private life has been seriously marred recently by allegations of abuse from ex-wife Amber Heard, of substance abuse, of his treatment of cast and crew, and his general behavior on set.

At this point, it’s unclear if the statements would mean the end of Depp’s role as Jack Sparrow. Only time will tell.

October 28, 2018
Disney-Inspired Dream Home With Mickey Mouse Pool Hits the Market for $850K

If you can’t live in Disney World, then this is the next best thing! A Disney-themed home located in Palm Bay, Florida went up for sale this week and it is absolutely magical.

The 5-bedroom, 6-bathroom home is listed for $849,000 and sits about an hour away from the Orlando theme park. The estate is situated an eight-acre lot and is every Disney lovers dream home.

The front yard has a lagoon in the shape of a classic silhouetted Mickey. The backyard has a massive Mickey–shaped, resort-style pool and hot tub, complete with a stone-enclosed waterfall, a tiki-style hut, a grotto, and a walking bridge.

On the inside, the home has Disney touches from corner to corner. Multiple rooms throughout the house feature large character murals on brightly colored walls.

Other rooms, like the kitchen, include tasteful touches such as small character paintings above the stove, or a mouse-shaped mirror in the bathroom.

The home’s front door even pays homage to The Mouse with a stained glass window adorned with an image of Mickey and Minnie Mouse.

The entryway shows even more Disney artwork. From a floor-to-ceiling mural of Cinderella at her castle with Mickey, Donald and Goofy near a moat, to another of Snow White and her woodland creatures painted directly on the wall near the stairs.

The magical Mickey Mouse house is listed with Dave Settgast with Treasure Coast Sotheby’s International Realty. After just over a week on the market, the home is already under offer.

October 27, 2018
New Vintage Mickey Mouse Club Collection Debuts at Disney Parks

If you’ve been a fan of the Mickey Mouse Club, then you’re going to love this new collection. Inspired by the classic show, the new line features tees, jackets, and accessories that feature the iconic logo and everyone’s favorite hat accessory.

You’ll love these Mickey Mouse Club Hat wristlets! I’m just in love with the sequined one!

This letterman jacket is the perfect vintage style to match the Mickey Mouse Club logo.

You can find the collection at the newly reimagined World of Disney at Disney Springs and soon at Downtown Disney!

October 26, 2018
Disney’s New ’90s Flashback Collection Is Pure Nostalgia

Calling all ’90s kids! You’ll be so excited to hear that Disney has just launched an entire ’90s flashback collection inspired by some of your favorite childhood Disney movies.

The Oh My Disney ‘90s Flashback Collection is chock full of items celebrating some of your favorite animated Disney classics from the ‘90s, like Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Aladdin, Hercules, and more! Inspired by the decade we love so much, this collection features denim jackets, clicky pens, VHS-inspired goodies, and so much more.

Take a look below at all of the totally rad items you can find in our this super nostalgic collection:

ALADDIN

You will officially never take off this Aladdin denim jacket. It has a Genie patch on the front and the Magic Carpet on the back. You can pair it with the Aladdin VHS clutch to really make it sing!

HERCULES

Get cozy with a Hercules pajama set and some hot chocolate in these Hercules mugs.

THE LION KING

This Hakuna Matata tee will make you super happy. Don’t forget to pair it with The Lion King VHS clutch! The Lion King clock looks like it’s straight out of the ‘90s and takes us back to our childhoods!

BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Another vintage-looking item that you’ll absolutely adore is this Beauty and the Beast tee. Rock it with a Beauty and the Beast VHS clutch and you’ll be good to go. A set of four Beauty and the Beast cups is all you’ll need to drink your beverages in style. We are obsessed with the throwback feel of these.

VHS OBSESSED

You saw the VHS clutches for Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Lion King above, but it doesn’t stop there! They also have VHS clutches available for The Hunchback of Notre Dame, A Goofy Movie, and Hercules!

In addition to all of these adorable VHS clutches, you’ll be downright obsessed with these VHS notebooks!

Rep your love for Hercules, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Lion King, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, and A Goofy Movie every time you put a pen to paper.

And if you like to keep your VHS love on the small side, they have some cute little keychains that might do the trick! They come inside a mystery box, so you won’t know which one you get until you open the box.

The Oh My Disney ‘90s Flashback Collection is a 90’s kids dream. The line is available now, and you can explore all that this ’90s Flashback line has to offer for yourself at shopDisney.

October 26, 2018
New L’Oréal and Mary Poppins Returns Lipstick is Practically Perfect
L’Oréal Paris and Disney are teaming up to celebrate the release of Mary Poppins returns this December. To celebrate the release they are launching a range of Mary Poppins themed Colour Riche Lipsticks that will have you saying supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!

L’Oreal x Mary Poppins Returns Colour Riche Lipstick is an exclusive collection dedicated to the Mary Poppins Returns movie and each of them arrives in a unique Mary Poppins inspired case.

The special new collection includes 7 ultra-feminine shades. Take a look at each one below:
- Colour Riche 344 Retro Red
- Colour Riche 346 Scarlet Silhouette
- Colour Riche 636 Mahogany Studs
- Colour Riche 345 Cherry Crystal
- Colour Riche 364 16 Place Vendome
- Colour Riche 342 Copper Crystal
- Colour Riche 265 Rose Perle
Even better than purchasing them separately, these beauties also come in a box set. The box is inspired by Mary Poppins’ bottomless carpetbag, and it opens to reveal a charming interior inspired by the home of the Banks family.

Currently the lipstick collection is only available in Italy, with Colour Riche 265 and the Box Set being sold exclusively on Amazon. The set is sold for EUR 69,99, while each of the lipsticks comes with a price tag of EUR 12,99.

While there is no word on if the set will be released in the U.S., you can still find the collection on eBay.
October 23, 2018
‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Getting a Sneak Peak at Disney Parks

For a limited time next month, guests visiting Disney Parks will be able to preview a sequence from Disney’s new animated adventure “Ralph Breaks the Internet” in sneak peeks planned for Disneyland and Walt Disney World Resorts.

Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios will get to see this advance look at a portion of the film, starting Friday, November 2, as part of the Walt Disney Presents attraction.

At Disneyland park, the preview of “Ralph Breaks the Internet” will be shown in 3D at the Tomorrowland Theater. This limited sneak peek experience will be presented by Mailchimp at Disneyland Resort, November 9 – December 9.

In “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” video-game bad guy Ralph and best friend Vanellope leave the comforts of Litwak’s arcade in an attempt to save her game. Their quest takes them to the vast world of the internet, a world Vanellope wholeheartedly embraces – so much so that Ralph worries he may lose the only friend he’s ever had.

Take a look at the latest trailer for “Ralph Breaks the Internet,” and be sure to head to Disney Parks for this limited-time sneak peek as you get hyped for the film’s big release on November 21!

October 21, 2018