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  • Danny DeVito Joins the Cast of Disney’s Haunted Mansion Movie

    Danny DeVito Joins the Cast of Disney’s Haunted Mansion Movie

    Danny DeVito has joined the star-studded cast of ‘Haunted Mansion,’ Disney’s ghostly family adventure based on one of the company’s signature theme park rides.

    The movie will follow a mother and son who stumble across a mysterious mansion — and an ensemble of characters that have something to do with it.

    In the movie, Danny DeVito will play a “smug professor,” and that’s all that’s been divulged about his character at this time. Full plot details haven’t been revealed for Haunted Mansion, but per THR, the movie “follows a mother and her son who come across a mansion that is more than it seems while being orbited by various characters key to undressing the spooky mystery.”

    DeVito will be joining LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, and Rosario Dawson for the “Haunted Mansion” film from director Justin Simien (“Bad Hair,” “Dear White People”)

    The film is Disney’s second attempt to adapt the iconic attraction for film, after an unsuccessful attempt starring Eddie Murphy, Nathaniel Parker, and Jennifer Tilly was released in 2003.

  • VIDEO: New Haunted Mansion Updates at Disneyland Revealed

    VIDEO: New Haunted Mansion Updates at Disneyland Revealed

    Upon your return to the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland park, you may discover the ghosts have been busy updating a few elements in and around the estate…

    Outside, freshly landscaped details now adorn the site for dearly departed pets, representing their stories from beyond the grave.

    Inside, a keen eye will notice a few dastardly design embellishments along the portrait hallway, including the return of an old, perhaps familiar face. One of the Mansion’s original portraits known as “April to December” once again graces the hallway. As you step closer to your doom buggy, you’ll see the lovely young woman aging before your eyes! Take a look below to see some of the happy haunts’ handiwork:

  • Disney’s The Haunted Mansion Board Game Materializing in Time for Halloween

    Disney’s The Haunted Mansion Board Game Materializing in Time for Halloween

    Whenever candlelights flicker where the air is deathly still it may be family game night and Funko has just released a new board game called The Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits that is perfect for foolish mortals.

    The haunted new game allows you to explore all the classic rooms of the ghost-infested manor, from the festivities-filled Ballroom to the Attic and out to the Graveyard and beyond in search of spirits. Beware, though, of the Hitchhiking Ghosts, who are notorious for “following you home” as that may spell your doom in the end!

    Take a look at the features and details below:

    • Socialize with the Happy Haunts by collecting matching sets of ghost cards.
    • Explore all the classic rooms of the ghost-infested manor, from the festivities-filled Ballroom to the Attic and out to the Graveyard and beyond in search of spirits.
    • Beware of the Hitchhiking Ghosts, who are notorious for “following you home” as that may spell your doom in the end!
    • Move around the mansion by rotating the Endless Hallway around Madame Leota’s Séance Room, collecting Ghost cards in front of them in sets, each of which are worth different point values.

    The Haunted Mansion: Call of the Spirits board game launched September 30th on Amazon and at Walmart for $24.97.

  • New ‘Haunted Mansion’ Movie in the Works at Disney

    New ‘Haunted Mansion’ Movie in the Works at Disney

    Disney is once again materializing a new “Haunted Mansion” live-action movie, based on its Disneyland theme park ride.

    After trying to bring the famous attraction to the box office back in 2003, and other attempts at a reboot being put in development, the studio has found another good spirit to bring the 999 haunts back to the big screen.

    Director Guillermo del Toro was attached to a reboot of the property in 2010, even going so far as to co-write the script before the project was abandoned. 

    Screenwriter Katie Dippold has been tapped to pen the project. No stranger to ghosts on the screen, Dippold previously collaborated with Paul Feig on the 2016 reboot of Ghostbusters.

    Disney previously adapted The Haunted Mansion into a feature film back in 2003, the same year that they released another theme park attraction based movie in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, but with little success. Eddie Murphy starred in the film which incorporated characters and even direct quotations from the Disneyland ride.

    Disney used the ride as inspiration for its 2003 horror comedy “The Haunted Mansion” with Eddie Murphy portraying a workaholic realtor who buys a mansion that turns out to be haunted. The movie, directed by Rob Minkoff, grossed $182 million worldwide on a $90 million budget.

    The film is being spearheaded by producers Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich and their Rideback production banner. Lin and Eirich previously saw success with Disney with the live-action reboot of the Aladdin remake which went on to gross over a billion dollars at the worldwide box office and kick start yet another new franchise for the House of Mouse.

  • New Haunted Mansion Ghost Host Mini Backpack by Loungefly Released by Disney

    New Haunted Mansion Ghost Host Mini Backpack by Loungefly Released by Disney

    Disney has released a new Haunted Mansion Ghost Host Mini Backpack by Loungefly that is sure to make crypt doors creak and the tombstones quake.

    This cute mini backpack from The Haunted Mansion is ”maid-to-order” for mortal use. A ruffled apron and bat-topped hat trim this stylish servant that will carry all from cradle to grave.

    Take a closer look at the details below:

    The Haunted Mansion Ghost Host Mini Backpack by Loungefly – $90.00

    • Mini backpack with woven fabric shell
    • Striped print pattern emulates The Haunted Mansion Maid costume
    • Apron appliqué with ruffled trim
    • French maid hat topper with batty simulated leather bow
    • ”Ghost Host” name badge
    • Simulated leather back, straps, and side pockets
    • Double zipper main compartment
    • Front zip pouch (under apron)
    • Loungefly logo metal pulls
    • Silvertone hardware
    • Adjustable padded shoulder straps
    • Top carry handle
    • Side slip pockets
    • Fabric lined
    • Disney Parks X Loungefly logo label plate
    • Part of The Haunted Mansion Collection
  • New Haunted Mansion Crocs Materializing at Disney World

    New Haunted Mansion Crocs Materializing at Disney World

    Whenever candlelights flicker where the air is deathly still, you’ll find Haunted Mansion merchandise and now Disney has released a new pair of Crocs inspired by the classic attraction!

    Like other Disney Crocs, these have hidden Mickey holes all over them and they are completely covered with the iconic Haunted Mansion wallpaper.

    Take a closer look at the ghoulish new Crocs below:

    You can find the ghostly Crocs at Memento Mori in the Magic Kingdom at Disney World for $49.99.

  • New Haunted Mansion Loungefly Collection Materializing at Disney Parks

    New Haunted Mansion Loungefly Collection Materializing at Disney Parks

    In honor of the Halfway2Halloween celebration at Disney Parks, we are getting a sneak peak of a new Haunted Mansion Loungefly collection coming soon, to shopDisney.com and Disney Parks.

    Inspired by the classic attraction, this new collection will have you screaming with ghoulish delight.

    You can compliment your frightfully fun looks with two new bags and even a card case by Loungefly! Take a look below:

    Featuring the style of Disney Cast Members at The Haunted Mansion, the mini backpack by Loungefly is perfect for the ghost host on the go!

    For a quick on-the-go bag, hitch a ride on this Doom Buggy-inspired crossbody bag by Loungefly but beware of hitchhiking ghosts!

    Make sure to keep checking back on Disney Dorks for details on when these products will be available.

  • New Haunted Mansion Popcorn Bucket and Sipper Available at Disneyland

    New Haunted Mansion Popcorn Bucket and Sipper Available at Disneyland

    In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Haunted Mansion, Disneyland has released souvenir collectibles inspired by the Hitchhiking Ghosts and you’re going to want these ghosts to follow you home.

    The set of Hitchhiking Ghosts souvenir collectibles includes a Phineas popcorn bucket, Ezra beverage sipper and Gus dessert vessel.

    Take a look at the ghoulishly cute set below:

    Phineas Popcorn Bucket – $20.50

    This popcorn bucket has a tombstone that tilts out to hold the standard-issue cardboard carton of popcorn. His tombstone reads: “Rest in Peace, Professor Phineas Plump, His travel plans have hit a bump.” The popcorn bucket plays the “Grim Grinning Ghosts” Haunted Mansion theme song.

    The Ezra sipper – $18.99

    This cute little sipper has a foldable straw that extends from his top hat. His tombstone reads: Ezra Bean, “Unluckiest hitchhiker we’ve ever seen.”

    The Gus dessert vessel – $21.99

    This one holds a bag of beignets (Mint Julep Bar) or fritters (Royal Street Veranda) in the extendable tombstone. His tombstone reads: “Here lies Good Ol’ Gus | Hitchhiking because he missed his bus | RIP.”

    The Hitchhiking Ghosts collectibles illuminate with the push of a button and come with a purple strap featuring the Haunted Mansion wallpaper design.

  • New Haunted Mansion Wishables Collection Has Arrived at Disney Parks

    New Haunted Mansion Wishables Collection Has Arrived at Disney Parks

    Haunted Mansion at Disneyland is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this August and today Disney Parks has released a new Wishables collection that celebrates the classic attraction.

    With this new Haunted Mansion inspired collection, you can add some spooky fun to your growing Wishables collection. You can pick up the open edition, Gus the prisoner, or one of the other ghosts in the blind bags — Ezra the skeleton, Phineas the traveler, Constance the bride or the Hatbox Ghost!

    You can pick up the newest Haunted Mansion Wishables collection during your next trip to Disneyland Resort, Walt Disney World Resort, or on shopDisney starting on August 14.

  • Haunted Mansion Inspired Bride and Groom Churros Coming to Disneyland

    Haunted Mansion Inspired Bride and Groom Churros Coming to Disneyland

    One of Disney’s most beloved Disneyland Resort attractions, Haunted Mansion, is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this August. To commemorate this ghastly milestone, Haunted Mansion inspired bride and groom churros are coming to Disneyland.

    The Bride Churro is an elegantly-dressed churro in a bouquet of vanilla and sugar and can be found at the New Orleans Churro Cart.

    The Groom Churro is a classic churro dressed in a duo of dark and milk chocolate and can be found at the Critter Country Churro Cart.

    “In sickness and in… wealth. You may now kiss the bride. We’ll live happily ever after. Till death do us part. Here comes the bride. As long as we both shall live. For better or for… worse. I do. I did.”

    These offerings will be available starting August 9, 2019.