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  • Pixar releases first trailer for Toy Story Spinoff ‘Lightyear’

    Pixar releases first trailer for Toy Story Spinoff ‘Lightyear’

    Pixar has released the first trailer for Lightyear, the Toy Story spinoff that focuses on the in-universe astronaut that inspired the character of Buzz Lightyear.

    The movie, which is set to release summer 2022, follows the journey of Buzz Lightyear (this time voiced by Chris Evans) as he progresses from a test pilot to a full-blown Space Ranger in Star Command. 

    In the trailer, we see the real Lightyear suit up for what will surely be a dangerous and daring space mission. He boards a space shuttle, with a ground control crew anxiously watching, as it blasts off into the unknown cosmos. To the tune of David Bowie’s “Starman,” Lightyear explores alien planets, learns about space travel from an instructional robot and, finally, gazes up on his iconic green-and-white space suit in the final moments of the trailer. Take a look at the trailer below:

    Annie Award-winning director and veteran Pixar animator Angus MacLane steps into the director’s chair for “Lightyear.” The filmmaker was a co-director on “Finding Dory” but is now making his solo Pixar directorial debut with the “Toy Story” prequel. Galyn Susman (the “Toy Story That Time Forgot” short) is producing.

  • Name Revealed for New Toy Story Hotel Opening at Tokyo Disney Resort

    Name Revealed for New Toy Story Hotel Opening at Tokyo Disney Resort

    As we previously reported, a new family-friendly Disney hotel based on the Disney·Pixar “Toy Story” films is coming to Tokyo Disney Resort and today they have released some new concept art and finally revealed the name.

    Tokyo Disney Resort has announced that its new Toy Story-themed hotel will be called ‘Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story Hotel.’ 

    With 595 guest rooms and 11 floors, the hotel’s exterior, entrance, lobby and other areas will bring to life the world of toys based on the Academy Award-winning Disney and Pixar “Toy Story” films.

    From the hotel exterior to the spacious gardens, guests will enjoy a world where everything looks like it’s made of toys. The guest rooms are inspired by Andy’s bedroom, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear and their friends, with colorful furniture and other immersive features inspired by the world of “Toy Story.” The hotel will also include dining and shopping.

    This will be the fifth Disney hotel to open in Japan but the first “moderate type” Disney hotel in the country, offering guests a new option between “deluxe type” and “value type” hotels.

    The hotel is situated directly in front of Bayside Station on the Disney Resort Line, providing guests easy access to both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea Parks. Can’t wait to check this one out!

  • New Toy Story-Inspired Hotel Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort

    New Toy Story-Inspired Hotel Coming to Tokyo Disney Resort

    A new family-friendly Disney hotel based on the Disney·Pixar “Toy Story” films is coming soon to Tokyo Disney Resort!

    From the hotel exterior to the spacious gardens, guests will enjoy a world where everything looks like it’s made of toys. The guest rooms are inspired by Andy’s bedroom, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear and their friends, with colorful furniture and other immersive features inspired by the world of “Toy Story.” The hotel will also include dining and shopping.

    This comes on the heels of major upcoming development plans at both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea over the next few years. The approximately 600-room hotel is projected to open during the resort’s fiscal year 2021.

    Stay tuned as we share more details about the exciting developments underway at Tokyo Disney Resort.

  • Toy Story Land Is Officially Open in Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World

    Toy Story Land Is Officially Open in Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World

    The new Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World Resort officially opens today! Inspired by Pixar Animation Studios’ Toy Story films, the new land turns guests of all ages into “honorary toys” and allows them to PLAY BIG in the whimsical world of a child’s imagination.

    In Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Woody, Jessie, Buzz Lightyear, Slinky Dog, Green Army Men and other fun-loving Toy Story characters come to life in the outdoor setting of Andy’s backyard. A world of toys surrounds guests: giant building blocks, Tinkertoys, yo-yos, board-game pieces, dominoes, Scrabble tiles, and even a giant roller coaster set. The entire land encourages the best playtime ever.

    Toy Story Land includes two all-new attractions and a new entrance for an enduring favorite. Guests hop on Slinky Dog for a family-friendly roller coaster ride, take a spin with the little green Aliens from Pizza Planet and go for the high score in midway games populated by beloved Toy Story toys. Guests will also love to chow down on tasty vittles available for purchase at Woody’s Lunch Box

    Toy Story Land also celebrates what defines entertainment for kids of all ages. Crayola crayons, a Rubik’s Cube, Cooties, and other toys and games pour on the nostalgia for park-goers – and fascinate young ones. With building blocks around every corner, there are lampposts shaped like Tinkertoys and benches built from Lincoln Logs and K’nex pieces. A balsa-wood glider, a Barrel of Monkeys, giant playing cards and jacks add to the visual tapestry of the new land. Sheriff Woody, standing nearly 20 feet tall, welcomes all to Toy Story Land by jauntily leaning on a tall assemblage of colorful wooden blocks, tipping his wide-brimmed hat to guests while holding onto his trusty lasso.

    “With set pieces, staging, attractions and experiences, Toy Story Land represents the best of Walt Disney Imagineering’s collaboration with our storytelling partners at Pixar Animation Studios,” said Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Consumer Products. “This new land will place guests inside the wondrous world of Woody, Buzz and their pals – and invite everyone to experience the joy of being a toy.”

    Check out the list of related posts below for more on Toy Story Land now open at Hollywood Studios!

  • First Ever Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land Themed Plane Takes Flight

    First Ever Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land Themed Plane Takes Flight

    Over the weekend, a ‘Toy Story’ themed aircraft launched in Shanghai, as a joined venture between China Eastern Airlines and the Shanghai Disney Resort. The new airplane features a large, flying Buzz Lightyear painted on one side of the exterior, and Woody on the other.

    Toy Story Plane

    The first Disney·Pixar Toy Story Land themed plane took flight from Shanghai over the weekend, featuring in-flight entertainment and colorful décor that illustrates the new attractions now open at Shanghai Disney Resort. Even the ceiling is decorated for this special flight experience!

    Travelers at Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport will spot favorite Toy Story characters in the departure terminal before take-off and receive a commemorative boarding pass as part of the new flight experience.

    Starting at check-in, the entire experience is fused with the popular Disney franchise. The check-in machines are Toy Story themed, and the desks feature images of the characters. Within the aircraft itself, the top of the cabin features artwork of Woody and Lotso, among others. The luggage compartments above the seats are sky blue, with cartoon clouds and a variety of other characters drawn on. Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head are, of course, on display. The seats and trays again feature colorful depictions of the characters, and the headphones and other accessories are all themed to further enhance the experience. The menus also revolve around Toy Story characters, with themed cutlery and food and drink options.

    The plane will fly between Beijing and Shanghai, with service to and from other Chinese cities in the future.

  • AP Exclusive Little Green Alien Popcorn Bucket Coming Soon To Disneyland

    AP Exclusive Little Green Alien Popcorn Bucket Coming Soon To Disneyland

    OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOHHH! Popcorn Bucket collectors and Pixar fans alike are going to love the new Annual Passholder popcorn bucket landing this month. In celebration of Pixar Fest, Disneyland is introducing an out-of-this-world popcorn bucket featuring Toy Story’s little green aliens.

    From April 24 through May 24, Annual Passholders can purchase a premium popcorn bucket for $20 and receive unlimited $1 refills through June 21, 2018. This limited-time bucket is only available while supplies last, so “claw” yours before they are gone!

    Here’s How It Works

    Stop by select popcorn cart locations throughout Disneyland Park or Disney California Adventure Park to purchase a refillable popcorn bucket. Then, simply take your bucket to any participating popcorn cart location in either park for $1 refills until June 21, 2018. Please note that the $1 refill offer is only good for applicable popcorn buckets purchased from April 24 to May 24 as part of this promotion.

    Disneyland Park Popcorn Cart Locations:

    • Frontierland (near Mark Twain Riverboat)
    • Main Street, U.S.A. (near City Hall)
    • Main Street, U.S.A. (Central Plaza)
    • New Orleans Square (near Haunted Mansion)
    • Fantasyland (small world promenade)
    • Fantasyland (Fantasyland Theater – refills only)
    • Mickey’s Toontown (near Gadget’s Go Coaster – refills only)
    • Tomorrowland (near Star Trader – refills only after May 3)

    Disney California Adventure Park Popcorn Cart Locations:

    • Buena Vista Street (near Carthay Circle)
    • Grizzly Peak (near Soarin’ Around the World)
    • Hollywood Land (Hyperion Theater – refills only)

    Know Before You Go

    • Offer only available at select food and beverage locations in both parks.
    • Check Passports for blockout dates that may affect admission and the ability to redeem offer.
    • Guests must present a valid Annual Passport at time of initial bucket and refill purchases. Photo I.D. may also be required.
    • Number of buckets allowable per purchase per Annual Passport may be limited at any time.
    • Popcorn refills are not available at Cozy Cone Motel, Downtown Disney or the Disneyland Resort hotels.
    • Pre-bagged, pre-boxed or flavored popcorns not included in this offer.
    • This is a limited time offer.
    • Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice.
  • Alien Pizza Planet Landing Soon at Disneyland Park

    Alien Pizza Planet Landing Soon at Disneyland Park

    Oooooooooh – everyone’s favorite Aliens from Disney•Pixar’s “Toy Story” will be invading Disneyland Resort for Pixar Fest, and we are eternally grateful! For the duration of the festival, Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port in Disneyland park will transform into Alien Pizza Planet – “A Better Place.”

    The Aliens have sourced the finest ingredients from across the universe to deliver fresh, hot pizzas that are out of this world. A specialty of their home planet Pepperonia is a special pepperoni pizza topped with green peppers and mushrooms.

    They’ll also be cooking up a hearty cheeseburger pizza with ketchup, yellow mustard and pizza sauce on a sesame seed crust and topped with cheese, caramelized onions, diced tomatoes, slider patties, a house-made burger sauce, and pickles.

    If you’re excited for this fun-filled re-imagination of Redd Rockett’s Pizza Port, stay tuned for more details on the deliciously cheesy menu.

    This exciting transformation is just one of the many offerings coming as part of Pixar Fest at the Disneyland Resort, which will run from April 13 through September 3. The festival will span both Disneyland park and Disney California Adventure park, bringing not only creatively-themed food, but also a new fireworks show, “Together Forever—A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular,” the return of the “Paint the Night” parade and much more!