Opening Date Revealed for Pixar Place Hotel at Disneyland Resort

Earlier this week, our friends at the Disney Parks Blog announced that Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel at Disneyland Resort will officially transform into Pixar Place Hotel on January 30, 2024, becoming the first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the United States. As we at D23: The Official Disney Fan Club count down the days until it opens, read on for more details!

Favorite Pixar Stories Abound in the Pixar Place Hotel Lobby
Pixar Place Hotel will evoke the inspiration and humor that goes into every Pixar Animation Studios film, while celebrating the artistic process. Showcasing early sketches to finished design, the art and decor will highlight vibrant Pixar stories, revealing some never-before-seen artwork.

The light-filled atrium and lobby of the hotel features a large sculpture of the Luxo Junior lamp on top of the iconic Pixar ball with a blue stripe and red star. Above the ground floor are suspending sculptural elements, including some flying Pixar characters.

When the lobby is complete, guests will see even more unique art inspired by Pixar films and be greeted by the iconic Pixar Lamp balancing atop its ball, with an imaginative mobile of beloved Pixar characters floating from the bright skylight above. The mobile will depict the beginning stages of Pixar filmmaking, when animators create the characters’ designs with their most basic shapes and colors. The characters guests will see are at the beginning of their journey, just as the guests who step into the lobby begin their own story at the Disneyland Resort!

A room at the hotel features two queen-size beds with white bedspreads on the right and a built-in desk against the wall on the left, with a flat-screen television above it. Above the beds on the right is a painted montage of Pixar characters.

First Look at a Reimagined Guest Room Featuring Pixar Characters
Disney Parks Blog also shared a first look inside one of the guest rooms. From pillows inspired by the Pixar Ball to lighting reminiscent of the Pixar Lamp, there will be whimsical nods to the iconic animation studio throughout these comfortable and contemporary accommodations. Some of the art was even created by Pixar Animation Studios artists especially for Pixar Place Hotel. The headboards will consist of concept art from a variety of Pixar feature films, including The Incredibles and Toy Story 3, that are arranged in order from warm to cool colors, sharing the importance of color to the tone of a scene.

A pair of photos depict three maple-bacon doughnuts on a serving platter on the left and a chicken filet dish with vegetables on the right.

Great Maple Opening Soon—Plus, More Snacking Details!
Opening in November 2023, Great Maple restaurant will bring its innovative menu of upscale comfort food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This modern American eatery will serve a robust selection of dishes made from scratch daily, including the Cajun Shrimp & Cheddar Biscuit Benedict, Soda Pop-Braised Baby Back Ribs, Charred Cauliflower Hummus, Maple Pecan-Crusted Salmon, Market Fish, a variety of inspired salads, and the Buttermilk Fried Chicken & Maple Bacon Doughnuts.

Four rectangular take-out containers display a fruit and cheese selection, a chicken wrap, a salad with protein on top, and a green salad with chopped chicken and vegetables.

A few weeks after the ground-floor flagship eatery opens, more culinary delights also operated by Great Maple will open. A new grab-and-go coffee shop in the lobby, Sketch Pad Café, will serve assorted pastries accompanied by a selection of coffee and tea. Plus, an all-new menu will debut at the rooftop pool bar to be named Small Bytes, serving up salads, wraps, assorted cheese plates, and more, which guests can enjoy with signature beverages.

A blue tower with blue stairways leads to the top of a winding water slide that lets sliders exit into an area of fountains and pools.

Piaxr-Themed Offerings Guests Can Enjoy Now
Families can frolic at the hotel’s new Finding Nemo-themed splash pad and pool area! Recently opened for guests of Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel, this rooftop oasis features Pixel Pool, which is lined with relaxing loungers, along with Nemo’s Cove pop-jet splash pad, and Crush’s Surfing’ Slide, a 186-foot-long water slide inspired by the coolest sea turtle in the ocean. The adjacent play court and pool bar will open later this fall.

The pool-side fireplaces are large blocks of concrete with faces on them, so the fire burning at the top appears to be flaming hair.

Near the pool, guests can gather with friends on comfy couches surrounding fire pits inspired by some of Pixar’s more hotheaded characters, including Jack-Jack from Pixar’s The Incredibles and Anger from Pixar’s Inside Out.

The store in the Pixar Place Hotel features snacks and souvenirs. The sign over the door spells out S-T-O-R-E in imitation of the logo for the film Wall-E.

Back in the lobby, browse through the new gift shop STOR-E—a playful take on the Pixar film name WALL-E—featuring Pixar-themed apparel and toys, plus more Disneyland Resort souvenirs and sundries.

The fitness room features aerobic equipment and a large mural filling one wall with an image of Sully and Mike from Monsters Inc. working out on treadmills.

Plus, a new and expanded fitness center recently opened, offering treadmills, free weights and more complimentary for hotel guests. Keep an eye out for a mural of Mike and Sulley running on a treadmill, inspired by Pixar’s Monsters University.

Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel is open and welcoming guests during this transformation and offers the added benefits of staying on property at the Disneyland Resort, including a dedicated entrance across the street with direct access to Disney California Adventure park.*

*Both Theme Park admission and park reservation for Disney California Adventure park are required for park entry at this special entrance for Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel guests, and a hotel reservation does not guarantee theme park access.

Discover a Story a Century in the Making with the Winter Issue of Disney twenty-three

For 100 years, Disney has created a legacy of making wishes come true, and this November, Walt Disney Animation Studios will release its 62nd feature film Wish. The Winter 2023 issue of Disney twenty-three showcases the gorgeous new musical comedy with original, exclusive images on the front and back covers featuring Asha and her lovable sidekick Valentino, as well as the magical wishing Star, and the formidable King Magnifico. Before the film’s release on November 22, learn more about how the filmmakers paid tribute to Disney’s storytelling legacy, as well as the intricate details behind the creation of the characters, the music, and the kingdom of Rosas. Directors Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn as well as members of their production team spoke with the magazine for this special cover story.

Walt Disney Animation Studios continues the Disney100 celebration with the new animated short film Once Upon a Studio—now streaming on Disney+—featuring a one-of-a-kind reunion of characters from throughout Disney Animation’s storytelling history. Disney twenty-three goes behind the scenes with directors Dan Abraham and Trent Correy. The Winter issue also highlights interviews with the film preservationists and Disney Animation artists who restore the studios’ classic films—such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937) and Cinderella (1950)—to their original colorful brilliance, the way audiences of that time would have experienced these beloved stories.

Travel higher, further, faster into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Brie Larson (Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel), Iman Vellani (Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel), and director Nia DaCosta, in exclusive interviews revealing the making of the upcoming Marvel Studios feature, The Marvels*, due out November 10. Vellani tells Disney twenty-three that “Marvel has always championed this idea of finding this idealized version of yourself through their characters—a version of yourself that could stop a train with one hand and save the world.” Plus, Marvel comic fans can “assemble” to celebrate two other Super Hero teams with a look back at the unexpected origins of the Avengers and X-Men in honor of their 60th anniversaries.

It's time to play the music, light the lights, and meet renowned designer and puppeteer Dave Goelz as he shares his 50-year journey with The Muppets. During an extensive one-on-one interview,* Goelz reminisces on highlights from his career bringing classic Muppets characters to life and working with The Muppets founder Jim Henson.

In honor of the 30th anniversary of Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, readers can learn frighteningly fun facts about the poetic origin of the film, the inspiration for Sally, and the process behind creating and preserving the original stop-motion puppets.

The new issue, available exclusively to Gold Members of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, also features details on the upcoming Disney+ Original family holiday comedy film Dashing Through the Snow, releasing on November 17, as well as a closer look at what’s happening at the Disney Parks, including the transformation of EPCOT and the 10th anniversary of Disney ¡Viva Navidad! at Disneyland® Resort.

Also in the Winter 2023 issue of Disney twenty-three:

  • Read a special By the Numbers: Disney100 looking back at The Walt Disney Company from 1999–2023—the final segment in a four-part series.
  • Compare the finished, full-color characters from Robin Hood with original story sketches, animation drawings, and concept art in a special Character Analysis in honor of the film’s 50th anniversary.
  • Celebrate the 75th anniversary of Walt Disney’s True-Life Adventures with a look back at the origins of the nature documentary series, and how the films created a new kind of moviemaking that continues today.
  • Hear from the authors of must-read books perfect for any holiday wish list.
  • Regular features including Ask the Walt Disney Archives and a special D Society celebrating Disney fans.

Celebrate The Holidays with D23: The Official Disney Fan Club
Just in time for the winter holidays, D23 will be bringing back the popular Light Up the Season event at The Walt Disney Studios Lot in Burbank, California on December 10. More information on the event will be available soon. Tickets will go on sale on Friday, November 3. 

In addition to many great benefits, D23 Gold Members also receive the 2023 Gold Member Collector Set, which features the Mickey Mouse “Leader of the Club” Milestone Statue, when renewing or joining this year. This once-in-a-century celebratory collector set will only be available until the end of the year, and a D23 Gold Membership also makes the perfect holiday gift for the ultimate Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars fans. Fans looking to treasure this one-of-a-kind collectible can do so by ordering a D23 Gold Membership through December 31, 2023.

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5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend Presented by State Farm®

By Courtney Potter

Ready to run amuck, amuck, amuck? Halloween is just around the corner! And we’ve put together a list of devilish delights to watch from around the worlds of Disney… Some are favorites from years past; others are episodes of current series—but all of them will offer up thrills, chills, and lots of fun. So if you’re anything like us and still putting together this year’s costume, why not fire up the nearest streaming device and let the following entertain you while you sew, or glue, or otherwise prepare yourself for Tuesday’s night of frights… ?

In an image from Muppets Haunted Mansion, Gonzo (voiced by Dave Goelz), left, and Pepe the King Prawn (voiced by Bill Barretta), right, are standing in one of the Haunted Mansion’s long, spooky hallways. Gonzo is wearing a red smoking jacket and white shirt and Pepe is wearing a tuxedo.

Muppets Haunted Mansion—now streaming on Disney+
The Muppets delighted the young and young at heart in 2021 with their first-ever Halloween special chock-full of all-star cameos, original music, and laughs aplenty! The Great Gonzo (voiced by Dave Goelz)—world-famous daredevil artisté—has done it all, seen it all, and survived it all… But on Halloween night, the fearless Gonzo (with trusty sidekick Pepe the King Prawn, voiced by Bill Barretta, along for the ride) takes on the greatest challenge of his life by spending one very daring night in the most grim-grinning place on Earth: the Haunted Mansion.

In an image from FX’s What We Do in the Shadows, Guillermo de la Cruz (Harvey Guillén), left, and Nandor the Relentless (Kayvan Novak), right, are looking at a large painting that Guillermo is holding up on a counter. The room around them is covered with cobwebs.

 What We Do in the Shadows—five seasons now streaming on Hulu
If you haven’t yet delved into this FX series, Halloween weekend is the perfect time to do so… It’s a look into the daily lives of four vampires—Nandor the Relentless (Kayvan Novak), Laszlo (Matt Berry), Nadja (Natasia Demetriou), and Colin Robinson (Mark Proksch)—who’ve been together for hundreds of years. After a visit from their dark lord and leader, they’re reminded of their purpose in coming to New York City over a century ago. Hilarity, as it only occasionally but very memorably does with vampires, ensues. Also starring Harvey Guillén as Nandor’s “familiar,” Guillermo, this series is recommended for mature audiences.

In an image from the 1998 Disney Channel Original Movie Halloweentown, Marnie (Kimberly J. Brown), left, is speaking with her grandmother Aggie (Debbie Reynolds), middle, while her siblings Dylan (Joey Zimmerman) and Sophie (Emily Roeske), right, look on. The family is standing in a living room-type area; behind them is a green curtain and some other furniture.

Halloweentown—now streaming on Disney+
This 1998 Disney Channel Original Movie classic follows Marnie (Kimberly J. Brown) and her younger siblings as they travel with their estranged grandmother Aggie (Debbie Reynolds), who just happens to be a good witch, to Halloweentown—a place where creep-tacular creatures lead normal lives. On her 13th birthday, Marnie gets a surprise of supernatural proportions when she discovers that she, too, is a witch! Ultimately, she’ll have to learn how to use her broomstick—and fast—if she hopes to stop an evil force from taking over Halloweentown.

In an image from the Disney+ and Hulu series Goosebumps, cast members (from left to right) Zack Morris, Ana Yi Puig, Miles Mckenna, Will Price, Isa Briones are sitting on a couch and looking up at someone off camera to the left. All of their eyes are black.

Goosebumps—new episode Friday, October 27, streaming on Disney+ and Hulu
The new series based on the iconic R.L. Stine book series of the same name continues on both streaming services. For the uninitiated: Goosebumps follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle, while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past. When last we saw the bunch, a story from the past shed some light on their current circumstances. What’s in store this week? You’ll have to tune in to find out!

In an image from Disney’s Hocus Pocus, the Sanderson Sisters (from left to right, Kathy Najimy as Mary; Disney Legend Bette Midler as Winifred; and Sarah Jessica Parker as Sarah) are standing close together and looking down at the spell book Winifred is holding in her hand. All three are smiling, and lit candles are seen behind them.

Hocus Pocus 30th Anniversary—Sunday, October 29, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC
Celebrate 30 incredible years of this fan favorite film on ABC as we fly our brooms (or vacuum cleaners) ever closer toward All Hallows’ Eve! Conjured up by an unsuspecting teen and his friends in 1990s Salem, Massachusetts, a tricky trio of 300-year-old witches known as the Sanderson Sisters (Disney Legend Bette Midler, Kathy Najimy, and Sarah Jessica Parker) set out to cast a spell on the town and reclaim their youth. But first, they must get their act together and outwit the shrewd youngsters… and a mysterious talking cat.

The Marvels Opening Weekend Fan Events at The El Capitan Theatre

Take your viewing experience of The Marvels higher, further, and faster with the ultimate fan-forward experience at The El Capitan Theatre! Celebrating the debut of Marvel Studios’ latest installment in the Multiverse Saga, fans of this heroically trailblazing trio can expect an interstellar array of awe-inspired offerings at these select fan screenings.

In addition to a few fan-tastic freebies, guests can check out costumes from the film and have the chance to purchase specialty concession items. And, if you’re a SUPER fan, it’s time to channel your inner Kamala Khan (aka Ms. Marvel) and come in your cosplay best! As any hero will tell you, it’s sure to make for the most interesting time when the worlds of super fashion and superpowers collide. So, whether you want to rock the red, blue and gold of Carol or light up the room like Monica Rambeau, your time to shine is now!

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club is thrilled to take the stakes to intergalactic heights at the storied El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, hosting these two opening night fan events on November 9 & 10, at 7PM. Take a look below to see what you can expect for offerings on each evening.

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  • One Reserved Seat
  • One Randomly Selected Funko POP!
  • One Randomly Selected The Marvels Canteen with beverage
  • One Popcorn
  • One Event Credential & lanyard

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  • One Reserved Seat
  • One The Marvels Hat
  • One The Marvels Tote
  • One Popcorn
  • One Beverage
  • One Event Credential & lanyard

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Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel has reclaimed her identity from the tyrannical Kree and taken revenge on the Supreme Intelligence. But unintended consequences see Carol shouldering the burden of a destabilized universe. When her duties send her to an anomalous wormhole linked to a Kree revolutionary, her powers become entangled with that of Jersey City super-fan Kamala Khan, aka Ms. Marvel, and Carol’s estranged niece, now S.A.B.E.R. astronaut Captain Monica Rambeau. Together, this unlikely trio must team up and learn to work in concert to save the universe as “The Marvels.”

What’s New on Disney+ in November

By Emily Hewitt

Loki is continuing his mischief as Season 2 of the Marvel Studios series continues through November, airing every Thursday at 6 p.m. PT… it follows along as Loki (Tom Hiddleston) navigates the multiverse in search of Sylvie (Sophia Di Martino), Judge Renslayer (Gugu Mbatha-Raw), Miss Minutes (voiced by Tara Strong), and the truth of what it means to possess free will and glorious purpose. While the season finale airs November 9, the Loki content doesn’t stop there: Assembled: The Making of Loki Season 2 premieres November 29, in which viewers will discover how the talented team that powered the second season of the series raised the stakes for this latest Marvel Cinematic Universe adventure, via interviews and exclusive on-set footage.

Meanwhile, Behind the Attraction Season 2 will give viewers a behind-the-scenes look at Disney… but not of a series. Rather, viewers will take a proverbial ride through the stories behind Disney Parks’ most iconic and beloved attractions. All episodes will premiere on November 1.

Marvel Studios Legends will release new episodes on Friday, November 3, centering on the stories of Carol Danvers, Kamala Khan, and Monica Rambeau—the trio soon to be seen in The Marvels.

And with December just over the horizon, several holiday films and shows will be released: Dashing Through the Snow, premiering Friday, November 17, follows Eddie Garrick (Chris “Ludacris” Bridges), a good-hearted man who has lost his belief in the wonder of Christmas. While spending time with his nine-year-old daughter Charlotte (Madison Skye Validum) on Christmas Eve, however, he befriends a mysterious man in a red suit named Nick (Lil Rel Howery). In The Naughty Nine, releasing Thursday, November 23, a mischievous fifth grader, Andy (Winslow Fegley), finds himself without a present from Santa on Christmas morning and pulls together a team of eight other “naughty listers” to help him execute an elaborate heist in Santa’s Village at the North Pole to get the presents they feel they deserve.

The Santa Clauses Season 2, follows Scott Calvin (Disney Legend Tim Allen)—who, after 28 years, reigns true as Santa Claus—as he continues to contend with a changing world to keep the spirit of Christmas alive for a new generation. Eric Stonestreet guest stars as Magnus Antas, aka the Mad Santa, who was in charge of the North Pole in the 14th century. The new season premieres with two episodes on Wednesday, November 8 and a new episode will be released every Wednesday that follows.

The Three Detectives, a film about three BFFs who have their very own detective club, will premiere on Wednesday, November 1.

Goosebumps, inspired by R.L. Stine’s worldwide bestselling books, follows a group of five high schoolers as they embark on a journey to investigate the tragic passing (three decades earlier) of a teen named Harold Biddle—all while unearthing dark secrets from their parents’ past—will continue to air Fridays, with a November 17 season finale.

Season 32 of Dancing with the Stars will see its celebrity contestants and their pro dance partners continue cha-cha’ing through the month of November, with new episodes airing live on Tuesdays in your respective time zones on Disney+ and ABC, and the next day on Hulu.

Wednesday, November 1
Firebuds (Season 2, 5 Episodes)
The Incredible Dr. Pol (Season 23, 10 Episodes)
Kiff (Season 1, 3 Episodes)
The Villains of Valley View (Season 2, 3 Episodes)
Behind the Attraction (Season 2 Premiere, All Episodes Streaming)
The Three Detectives (Premiere)

Thursday, November 2
Loki (Season 2, Episode 5, Available at 6 p.m. PT)

A picture of Disney California Adventure at night shows a Ferris wheel with Mickey Mouse’s face and the Incredicoaster attraction lit up with purple and orange lights.

Friday, November 3
Spider-Man™: Far From Home
Marvel Studios Legends (New Episodes)
Goosebumps (Episode 8)

Monday, November 6
JFK: One Day in America (Season 1, 3 Episodes)

Tuesday, November 7
Dancing with the Stars (Season 32, New Episode, Live 8 p.m. ET/PT; same time as the broadcast on your local ABC station, based on your location)

In an image from The Santa Clauses Season 2,  Magnus Antas (Eric Stonestreet) is dressed in a brown coat with a fur rim, gray pants, a fur hat, and brown boots; he has a grey beard and long hair. He’s standing next to a boy wearing an elf hat, green top, and black pants. The pair is standing in a forest.

Wednesday, November 8
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures (Season 1, 6 Episodes)
Daddies on Request (Season 2 Premiere, All Episodes Streaming)
The Santa Clauses (Season 2 Premiere, 2 Episodes)

Thursday, November 9
Loki (Season 2 Finale, Episode 6, Available at 6:00 p.m. PT)

Friday, November 10
Goosebumps (Episode 9)

Tuesday, November 14
Dancing with the Stars (Season 32, New Episode, Live 8 p.m. ET/PT; same time as the broadcast on your local ABC station, based on your location)

Wednesday, November 15
The Ghost and Molly McGee (Season 2, 4 Episodes)
Hamster & Gretel (Season 1, 4 Episodes)
Me & Mickey (Shorts) (Season 2, 22 Episodes)
Mickey Mouse Funhouse (Season 2, 8 Episodes)
To Catch a Smuggler (Season 6, 8 Episodes)
The Santa Clauses (Season 2, Episode 3)

Friday, November 17
Dashing Through the Snow (Premiere)
Goosebumps (Season One Finale)

Monday, November 20
Incredible Animal Journeys (Season 1, 6 Episodes)

Tuesday, November 21
Dancing with the Stars (Season 32, New Episode, Live 8 p.m. ET/PT; same time as the broadcast on your local ABC station, based on your location)

Wednesday, November 22
Hailey’s on It! (Season 1, 3 Episodes)
Meet Spidey and his Amazing Friends (Season 3, 6 Episodes)
Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends (Season 2, 5 Episodes)
The Santa Clauses (Season 2, Episode 4)

Thursday, November 23
The Naughty Nine

Tuesday, November 28
Dancing with the Stars (Season 32, New Episode, Live 8 p.m. ET/PT; same time as the broadcast on your local ABC station, based on your location)

Wednesday, November 29
Life Below Zero (Season 21, 11 Episodes)
Lost Cities Revealed with Albert Lin (Season 1, 6 Episodes)
Mickey’s Christmas Tales (Shorts) (Season 1, 5 Episodes)
Assembled: The Making of Loki Season 2 (Premiere)
The Santa Clauses (Season 2, Episode 5)

Celebrate Disney100 with All-New “Disney by the Eras” Artwork

By Walt Disney Archives Staff

In celebration of the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company, a series of six all-new illustrations explores the vast history of Disney’s creative endeavors by the eras—from the humble beginnings of the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio in 1923 to the company’s latest cinematic, streaming, and Disney Parks adventures.

Illustrated by noted visual artist Sam Carter (whose work has been featured at the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, WonderGround Gallery, and beyond; see interview further below), in creative partnership with senior Disney designer Melanie Lapovich, the artwork first debuted as a series of photo locations at the Disney100: D23 Royal Anniversary Ball, held at The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank, California, on October 15, 2023—the eve of the company’s centennial.

The artwork is so stunning—and filled with so many beloved moments from Disney history—we thought D23 Members around the globe would love the chance to celebrate with an up-close look!

Illustration highlighting career milestones of Disney’s first 10 years, including Steamboat Willie, The Skeleton Dance, and the Alice Comedies. The art is all black and white against an illustrated green, forest background. In the top center of the art is an iridescent, diamond-like logo for Disney100.

1920s
This decade is when it all began. In 1923, the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio launched, soon to be renamed the Walt Disney Studio, then Walt Disney Productions. In this piece, we have Alice from the Alice Comedies, Walt’s first series of films distributed after he arrived in California, having established his own studio with his brother Roy. Behind her is Walt’s first breakout animated star, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Two of the first iterations of Mickey Mouse are also represented here: Plane Crazy (1928) in the distance and Steamboat Willie (1928), the first Mickey Mouse short to be distributed and the first-ever animated film with fully synchronized sound, in the foreground. We can also catch a glimpse of the memorable skeletons from the first Silly Symphony short, The Skeleton Dance (1929).

Art depicting milestones from the 1930-1940s of The Walt Disney Company, including Snow White, Fantasia, the silhouette of Jiminy Cricket, a Mickey Mouse watch, Mickey Mouse comics, and the Walt Disney Studios Lot. The art is mostly sepia-toned, against a blue starry night sky. In the top center of the art is an iridescent, diamond-like logo for Disney100.

1930s–1940s
The 1930s mark the debut of Walt’s first full-length animated feature film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937). Snow White herself serves as the focal point of the piece, with the Carthay Circle Theatre, where the film premiered, behind her. This era also saw the release of Fantasia in 1940, with Mickey Mouse playing the Sorcerer’s apprentice. Other animated features from the 1940s include Pinocchio (1940) and Bambi (1942). To celebrate the Burbank opening of The Walt Disney Studios lot in 1940, we have the famous water tower, the iconic Mickey Avenue and Dopey Drive street sign, and the original Animation Building. This piece also celebrates the beginnings of Disney comics and consumer products in 1930 with the very first Mickey Mouse newspaper comic strip; the first Mickey Mouse book; and a 1940s edition of the Mickey Mouse watch.

Art showcasing Disney milestones from 1950-1970, including both Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella Castle, the logo for The Mickey Mouse Club, Fantasmic!, it’s a small world, a Dumboattraction vehicle, and the silhouettes of Mary Poppins and Peter Pan, Wendy, Michael, and John. Additionally, Walt Disney World Resort icons Orange Bird and the Barker Bird are featured, alongside the lit-up train from The Main Street Electrical Parade. In the top center of the art is an iridescent, diamond-like logo for Disney100.

1950s–1970s
This era is famous for the opening of our first Disney theme park, with Disneyland opening in Anaheim, California, in 1955 and Walt Disney World opening near Orlando, Florida, in 1971. This piece contains many famous attractions and characters created by WED Enterprises, now known as Walt Disney Imagineering: “it’s a small world,” the original Barker Bird from Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, the Monorail, and the Main Street Electrical Parade. The Orange Bird, created by Disney for the Florida Citrus Commission, also flew in! In the sky is the famous badge from the original Mickey Mouse Club television series in 1955. Famous icons from memorable movies round out this era: Maleficent in dragon form from Sleeping Beauty (1959), Peter Pan and the Darling children from Peter Pan (1953), and the title character of Walt Disney’s live-action masterpiece Mary Poppins (1964).

Art showcasing milestones and icons from Disney’s history in the 1980s, including Spaceship Earth, The Disney Channel, Madison from Splash, DuckTales, Minnie Mouse in a Kimono, and Figment the dragon. The illustrations are set against a purple-pink sunset like up by multicolor fireworks. In the top center of the art is an iridescent, diamond-like logo for Disney100.

1980s
This decade saw the opening of EPCOT Center (now EPCOT) at Walt Disney World Resort, with the iconic Spaceship Earth attraction and the lovable original character Figment. The first Disney Park outside the U.S. also opened in 1983—Tokyo Disneyland—represented by Cinderella Castle, the Meet the World attraction, and Minnie Mouse wearing a kimono. In this piece you’ll find an homage to Splash, released by the newly created Touchstone Pictures banner in 1984. This decade also marked the launch of The Disney Channel in 1983 and other original programming for television, including DuckTales (1987–1992) with Scrooge McDuck, Huey, Dewey, and Louie in front of Scrooge’s Money Bin!

An illustration highlighting Disney’s major accomplishments in the 1990s and early 2000s. Featured art includes Beauty and the Beast, Buzz and Woody standing on the Pixar ball, Disney Cruise Line, Hong Kong Disneyland, Nemo and Dory, The Lion King on Broadway logo, the silhouettes of an ABC camera operator, an ESPN microphone and flag, Aladdin and Jasmine, and the house from Pixar’s Up. The illustrations are set against a golden yellow background filled with clouds and sparkles. In the top center of the art is an iridescent, diamond-like logo for Disney100.

1990s–2000s
 This era is home to some of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ most iconic films, including Beauty and the Beast (1991) and Aladdin (1992). Disney Theatrical Productions also launched in the 1990s, with The Lion King debuting on Broadway in 1997—and it’s still performed in New York today! We also see an ABC camera and an ESPN microphone in this piece to celebrate the TV networks, which joined the Disney family in 1996. Six theme parks opened during this era—Disneyland Paris (originally called Euro Disneyland) in 1992; Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park in 1998; Disney California Adventure Park and Tokyo DisneySea in 2001; the Paris-based Walt Disney Studios Park in 2002; and Hong Kong Disneyland in 2005—and Disney Cruise Line’s first ship, the Disney Magic, embarked on its maiden voyage in 1998. In 2006, Disney welcomed Pixar Animation Studios to the company, so we see the Pixar ball along with Woody and Buzz Lightyear from the Toy Story films, Lightning McQueen from Cars (2006), Nemo and Dory from Finding Nemo (2003), and Carl’s house from Up (2009).

Art celebrating Disney’s modern-day milestones, including Marvel Studios’ Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Black Panther soaring through the sky; Lucasfilm’s Rey and BB-8 walking along the Jau desert; Kiri from Avatar: The Way of Water; Elsa; Grogu; and Asha, Star, and Valentino from Wish. In the background, Shanghai Disneyland’s castle and Avenger’s Tower sit against a purple, starry sky. In the top center of the art is an iridescent, diamond-like logo for Disney100.

2010s–2020s
This era saw the additions of Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Studios, so you’ll find several iconic characters and scenes to celebrate. Iron Man, Black Panther, and Spider-Man fly over a skyline featuring Avengers Tower to honor the Marvel Cinematic Universe and The Infinity Saga. Representing Star Wars is Grogu from The Mandalorian (2019–), while Rey and BB-8 venture off in the distance. We see Alex Honnold Free Solo-ing a cliff (from the 2018 National Geographic documentary), while Kiri from Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) rides an ilu. Enchanted Storybook Castle fills out the skyline to celebrate Shanghai Disney Resort’s opening in 2016. Finally, we highlight two films from Walt Disney Animation Studios: Frozen from 2013 and the upcoming Wish, in theaters November 22!

D23: Tell us how you went about creating the artwork.
Sam Carter: They were a labor of love. I had about a month to create them all, and it really was a group effort with the creative team at Disney Corporate Creative Resources (who outlined the things we should focus on and how they would be split up, by era: 1920s; 1930s and ’40s; 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s; 1980s; 1990s and 2000s; and 2010s to now).

I was addicted to working on this art, always thinking about the next composition puzzle-piece type of placement. There were a lot of late nights. For whatever character or building I was working on, I often played the music from that subject matter. So, these pieces are infused with one of the things that makes them so special to people: music.

When I first saw them off my Mac screen and printed 10’ x 8’ each, on [The Walt Disney Studios] lot of all places, it was hard not to tear up when I saw everyone taking pictures in front of them. I’ve done a lot of cool projects for [The Walt] Disney Company, but this was by far the most special; I’m bursting with pride and joy. I’m so glad everyone enjoys them.

D23: Looking back across 100 years of Disney, which era sticks out to you as a personal favorite? How did you translate your passion for that era into the final illustration?
SC: They were all a blast to work on. I’m passionate about all the content throughout, but I think the last one [2010s to today] is the most impressive—not because of the art, but because of all the studios that needed to give their input. And rightfully so... They all had great feedback and collaboration with us: Lucasfilm, Marvel, the Avatar team at [20th Century Studios], Walt Disney Animation Studios, and Walt Disney Imagineering. It was an honor to do one piece with all of those industry juggernauts.  

D23: What are some of your favorite elements incorporated across the illustrations? Are there any hidden Easter eggs that fans should search for?
SC: Melanie Lapovich from Disney Corporate Creative Resources helped me out throughout the whole project. In one of many examples, she noticed that Minnie Mouse wore a kimono during the opening years of Tokyo Disneyland that had some fabric that happened to [resemble] the Spaceship Earth pattern. So, we added that to her purse. Composition-wise, I make sure there is reason for placement. Staying in that 1980s piece, Spaceship Earth is front-and-center, of course, but I chose the Japanese arch from World Showcase for a nice transition to Tokyo Disneyland.

Melanie also suggested that since Pixar was front-and-center for the 1990s and 2000s, we take those colors for the whole piece. Brilliant suggestion.

[There are] some “deep cut” things I dropped in and expected to be cut for various reasons. But I was very happy that I was able to put in the characters in the hot-air balloon from the [former] Meet the World attraction at Tokyo Disneyland. The night of the D23 Royal Anniversary Ball, I met a guest who came all the way from Japan; although little details like that might go unnoticed, even if one person got the feels, it is worth it.

I got my start at Disney in 1995 with the Main Street Electrical Parade, so you’ll find it in the 1970s piece... plus I really wanted some Disney Live Entertainment presence represented. I’ve always felt like that department is family and my home nest.

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Swings onto PlayStation 5!

By Laura Hathaway

The Marvel’s Spider-Man video game saga is about to add another chapter, with the highly anticipated Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. This game finds both Peter Parker and Miles Morales defending Marvel’s New York from sinister forces, the likes of which neither has seen. Will the bond between our Spider-Men stand the test?

With the game now out only on PlayStation 5, here are some key reasons to pick up your copy:

Double the Spideys
Why play as one Spider-Man when you can play as both Peter Parker and Miles Morales? Seamlessly switch between both Spider-Men to cover more ground as they protect Marvel’s New York. And, if you run into the other Spider-Man while fighting crime, you can perform a tag-team takedown! Each Spider-Man is playable and has their own story arc, powers, and Spidey suits. Speaking of suits…

Put on Your Favorite Suit
The Marvel’s Spider-Man video game franchise is well-known for excellent suit design. From the iconic Advanced Suit to the quirky Bodega Cat Suit (featuring Spider-Man the Cat), suits allow you to feel like you can express your personality through the Spider-Men. Well, hold on to your Spider-Cat masks because, in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, there are over 60 different Spidey suits between Peter and Miles PLUS color variant options on almost all of the suits—giving you even more style options to choose from. Why not explore and find your favorite?

Meet The Super-Heroes’ Super Supporters
Finding your strength with the help of your community is a core part of Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Our Spider-Men are stronger with each other but also have their support systems to keep them strong.

  • Mary Jane “MJ” Watson: Peter’s long-time girlfriend and reporter for the Daily Bugle, she is smart, cunning, and willing to go to extraordinary lengths to save Marvel’s New York and the world.
  • City Councilwoman Rio Morales: Not only is she a dedicated community leader, but she is also Miles’ mother. Miles knows he is nothing without her support.
  • Harry Osborn: Peter’s best friend since high school is back from a crippling illness with a new lease on life. Now, he wants to recruit Peter to help him heal the world.
  • Ganke Lee: The voice in Miles’ ear, Ganke can whip up a solution to a problem in no time, helping both of our Spider-Men protect the city.

Battle Super Villains
Iconic Super Heroes need iconic Super Villains and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 has plenty of those, each one intimidating in their own right!

  • Kraven the Hunter: Kraven and his band of Hunters have arrived in Marvel’s New York under mysterious circumstances. Presumably, he’s there to hunt but what... or who?
  • The Lizard: Dr. Curt Connors has transformed into the imposing Lizard. Can the Spider-Men catch him in time before he wreaks havoc on Marvel’s New York?
  • Sandman: He’s large, strong, angry, and very... sandy.
  • Venom: The terrifying symbiote will test the Spider-Men in ways they didn’t even know possible.

THWIP and Soar Around an Expanded Marvel’s New York
No Spider-Man experience is complete without web-swinging through Marvel’s New York. With more of the city to explore (areas like Brooklyn, Coney Island, and Queens), there are more opportunities to swing in style. In addition, the Spider Suits for our heroes have been updated with Web Wings. Find a tunnel and soar through buildings, over the water, and into the skies.

Buy and play Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 only on PlayStation 5!

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend Presented by State Farm®

By Courtney Potter

Hard to believe, since it feels like summer was just a few weeks ago, but we’re suddenly creeping up on Halloween… so why not start spell-ebrating a little early with some ghoulishly fun content from around the world of Disney this weekend? (Sure, we threw in a decidedly non-spooky episode of a beloved Disney Channel animated series, but we guarantee it’s entertaining regardless!) Take a gander below at what to expect:

In a color image from Marvel Studios’ Werewolf by Night, two people are seen inside a huge cage that a cloaked figure, to the cage’s right, is shooting some sort of red mystical light into. There are dim lamps surrounding the perimeter of the cage. Another cloaked figure is standing below the cage, close to the camera’s vantage point.

Werewolf by Night in Color—streaming Friday, October 20, on Disney+
Now presented in vivid color, Marvel Studios’ Werewolf by Night in Color takes place on a dark and foreboding night… as a secret cabal of monster hunters emerge from the shadows and gather at the Bloodstone Temple following the death of their leader. In a strange and spooky memorial to the leader’s life, the attendees are thrust into a mysterious and deadly competition for a powerful relic—a hunt that will ultimately bring them face to face with a dangerous monster! Inspired by horror films of the 1930s and ’40s, and directed by Oscar®-winning composer Michael Giacchino, this chilling special (which first premiered, in black and white, in 2022) explores a whole new corner of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

In a black-and-white image from Marvel Studios’ Werewolf by Night, Billy Swan (Al Hamacher), left, and Verussa (Harriet Sansom Harris), right, are standing in a darkened room. A suit-bedecked Swan is behind a large book displayed on a pedestal; a red light is somehow emanating from said book. Verussa, wearing a leather coat and gloves, is gesturing toward the book to people off-screen.

Big City Greens—Saturday, October 21, at 8 a.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel and Disney XD
The episode’s two stories include: “Iced,” in which Gramma Alice (voiced by Artemis Pebdani) butts heads with Nick (voiced by Billy West) when he crashes her special family hockey outing; and “Chipped Off,” where Chip Whistler (voiced by Paul Scheer) recounts what happened to him since “Chipocalypse Now.”

In an image from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon) is standing in a living room dressed as Santa Claus, and handing a toy to a small boy whose back is toward the camera. To his right is a Christmas tree and his gift sack, and behind him is a fireplace with stockings hung above it.

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas—Sunday, October 22, at 8 p.m. ET/PT on ABC
It’s the 30th anniversary of this beloved stop-motion animated film… which for many kicks off multiple holiday seasons in one fell swoop! For the uninitiated, the 1993 tale is the heartfelt story of Pumpkin King Jack Skellington (voiced by Chris Sarandon, with the singing voice of Disney Legend Danny Elfman), who’s grown bored with the same old scare-and-scream routine. Longing to spread the joy of Christmas, his merry new mission puts Santa in jeopardy… and creates a nightmare for good little boys and girls everywhere! Also featuring the voices of Catherine O’Hara, Ken Page, and the late great Paul “Pee-Wee Herman” Reubens.

In an image from Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story of TERROR!, from left to right, Jessie (voiced by Joan Cusack), Buzz Lightyear (voiced by Disney Legend Tim Allen), and Sheriff Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks) are huddled together and appear a bit frightened. They are bathed in mysterious green light.

Toy Story of TERROR!—Sunday, October 22, at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT on ABC
What starts out as a fun road trip for the beloved Toy Story gang takes an unexpected turn toward the mysterious when they end up at a roadside motel. Directed by Angus MacLane—and set after the events of Toy Story 3—this 2013 TV special reunites all your favorite Toy Story voices, including Disney Legend Tim Allen as Buzz, Tom Hanks as Sheriff Woody, Joan Cusack as Jessie, Wallace Shawn as Rex, Carl Weathers as Combat Carl, and more!

In a promotional image for ABC’s The Great Halloween Fright Fight, judge Carter Oosterhouse stands in front of one of the episode’s homemade Halloween displays. He’s wearing a goldenrod yellow sweater; to his right is a spooky tree with “arms” outstretched and a creepy face, surrounded by some tombstones.

The Great Halloween Fright Fight—season premiere Sunday, October 22, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on ABC
Hold on to your broomsticks: It’s time for The Great Halloween Fright Fight! In the season premiere, the Britt, Dunahee, McCabe, and Herman families face off building eye-popping home Halloween displays—as judge Carter Oosterhouse decides who will win the $50,000 prize and the Fright Fight trophy.

Gargoyles Remastered Is Now Available!

Gargoyles Remastered is now available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Steam and GOG!

Journey through one thousand years of legend as Goliath, leader of the Gargoyles. Stone by day, warriors by night, the Gargoyles are sworn protectors against the evil Eye of Odin and all who seek to use its immense powers to control the world. While on your journey, battle armies of Viking Warriors in ancient Scotland and smash relentless hordes of menacing robots in modern-day Manhattan. The fate of the Gargoyles and humanity is up to you. Your quest – find and destroy the Eye of Odin before it destroys the world!

Gargoyles Remastered is an artfully crafted revival of the ‘90s classic 16-bit side-scrolling platform adventure. Relive the epic journey of Goliath and the Gargoyles featuring enhanced visuals, animations, and SFX, all inspired by the acclaimed animated series. The world of Gargoyles comes to life with a level of detail that will thrill fans of the animated series and retro gaming enthusiasts alike. Experience classic gameplay that stays authentic to its predecessor while including new features such as achievements, gameplay rewind, and more!

For more about Gargoyles Remastered! www.gargoylesremastered.com

Dancing with the Stars Celebrates 100 Years of Storytelling on “Disney100 Night”

By Zach Johnson

There was no shortage of pixie dust in the Dancing with the Stars ballroom!

On Tuesday, the 11 remaining couples celebrated The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary with timeless performances set to songs from classic and recently released films. “Disney100 Night” began with the pro dancers performing a routine to “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” from the fan-favorite film Encanto, choreographed by Christopher Scott. From there, the couples—wearing costumes by Daniela Gschwendtner and Steven Lee—channeled beloved Disney characters in the hopes of impressing the judges, earning viewers’ votes, and getting one step closer to winning The Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy.

Mauricio Umansky and pro Emma Slater were the first couple to dust off their dancing shoes, earning a score of 19/30 for their Paso Doble routine to “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” from Fantasia. After the show, Umansky told D23, “We felt so good. It’s Disney: It’s magic, it’s happy, it’s amazing. We felt great about our dance, and we had a great time. We delivered!” Getting into character as Sorcerer Mickey was a delight, Umansky added: “How lucky am I? I’m literally Mickey Mouse on ‘Disney100 Night’ on live television all around the world. It could not have been better!” Slater agreed the character was the perfect choice for Umansky to embody, saying, “I think Mauricio is the most iconic, happy, positive symbol for hope, enjoyment, excitement, and love. I mean, that’s Mickey Mouse right here!”

Following that number, Mira Sorvino and pro Gleb Savchenko performed a Waltz to Cinderella‘s “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes.” Although Savchenko had previously performed a Waltz to the same song with Chrishell Stause in Season 29, he said “the choreography, the pace, and the story” were different, just like his “chemistry” with each partner. For Sorvino, Tuesday’s performance marked a turning point in the competition, as her stage fright finally disappeared. “I felt like I was her tonight, because this is my Cinderella story, [doing] Dancing with the Stars,” Sorvino said. “I love dancing so much.”

In the end, the couple earned a score of 21/30.

Next, Barry Williams and pro Peta Murgatroyd performed a Jazz routine to “He’s a Tramp” from Lady and the Tramp, which ended with them sharing a spaghetti noodle. Despite a few “fumbles,” as judge Derek Hough put it, the couple earned a still impressive score of 18/30. “You’re so charming, my man,” Hough reassured Williams. “I just love you to death.”

Jason Mraz and pro Daniella Karagach hit the dance floor next, performing a Foxtrot routine to “A Whole New World” from Aladdin and earning a score of 24/30. Going into next week, Karagach teased, “Without giving away our next dance, it’s going to be even more challenging.” Mraz laughed, saying, “That’s the theme of this whole show! It started out like, ‘You got the hardest dance out of the way.’ Second week: ‘This one’s harder.’ Third week: ‘This one’s very hard.’ This week for me was the hardest dance. Next week, apparently, it’s going to be the hardest dance and very challenging. I’m getting used to it.”

Lele Pons and pro Brandon Armstrong took a walk on the wild side with their Rumba routine to “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” from The Lion King, earning a score of 22/30. “I think it was by far her most confident and her best performance, technically,” Armstrong told D23. “Everything the judges are saying are things we want to keep getting better at. You notice tonight that they did compliment her on fixing things that we had been given [before]. Now they’ve given us more things, and so we’re going to keep working on those.”

As Lumiere, Alyson Hannigan lit up the screen during her Jazz routine with pro Sasha Farber to “Be Our Guest” from Beauty and the Beast. “[With] the wardrobe and the hair and the makeup, it just it was so easy, because the departments did such an incredible job,” she said. “They’re incredible at what they do—all of them! It made it super fun.” After earning a score of 18/30, she vowed to “work on the technical aspect that is not coming easily. I’m trying! I watch a lot of videos when I get home—just dancing, dancing, dancing!”

“Disney100 Night” got even more playful when Harry Jowsey and pro Rylee Arnold performed a Quickstep to “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” from Toy Story, earning a score of 21/30. “I think we did really good,” said Arnold. “I think this is definitely Harry’s best dance. He really brought out the character. We had so much fun on the dance floor, and I was just so proud of him.” Jowsey said he especially enjoyed getting to embrace his “inner child” as Woody. Likewise, when Arnold tried on her costume, she recalled, “I actually felt like Bo Peep. Then, when I saw Harry in his outfit, I was like, ‘Oh, my gosh! He looks like Woody!'”

Next, Xochitl Gomez and Val Chmerkovskiy earned the night’s highest score of 27/30 for their Paso Doble to “Un Poco Loco” from Coco. “Obviously, we’re humbled by the feedback,” Chmerkovskiy said. “It was everything that we worked really hard for, so we’re very fortunate that it came together the way we planned.” Gomez—whose friend, AnthonyGonzalez, voiced Miguel in the hit Pixar Animation Studios film and showed up to support her for the “Disney100 Night” taping—said she was excited to perform the routine. “‘Un Poco Loco’ was literally embedded in my brain for probably two years after Coco came out,” she laughed. Praising Coco’s “incredible soundtrack,” Chmerkovskiy added, “Coco is more than just entertainment; it represents something really important to a lot of people.”

Adrian Peterson and pro Britt Stewart next performed a Viennese Waltz to “Baby Mine” from Dumbo, backed by pianist Chloe Flower­—a routine judge Carrie Ann Inaba called “the most touching dance of the night.” They earned their first sevens, for a score of 21/30.

Ariana Madix and pro Pasha Pashkov then performed a Contemporary routine to “Into the Unknown” from Frozen 2, earning a score of 25/30. “I think Elsa is such a powerful and awesome character, and her story is something I really resonate with,” Madix told D23. “It was really fun to get in character.” She also enjoyed seeing the other couples in their Disney best, saying, “Alyson’s candelabra hair? Obsessed! I can’t get enough of it. That needs to go in the Disney Archives. It’s so good. And seeing Mira as Cinderella, looking so elegant and beautiful, and Xochitl’s look—everyone just looks really phenomenal. I love it.”

Not only is Madix a major Disney fan—she’s a former Cast Member at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida! “Honestly, it was such an incredible experience,” she said. “It allowed me to be a part of something that I loved so much as a kid, but also to be a part of something that’s so much bigger than I or any one person could ever be, and that is the Disney magic.”

The night’s final performance came from Charity Lawson and pro Artem Chigvintsev, who performed a Viennese Waltz to “Part of Your World” from The Little Mermaid. After the couple earned a score of 24/30, Chigvintsev confessed, “‘Disney Week’ one of my favorites.” It was Lawson’s favorite thus far, particularly because she is so fond of the live-action reimagining of The Little Mermaid starring Halle Bailey. “It hit different, seeing someone who looks like me,” she said. “Halle was amazing, and she embodied that role so perfectly.”

At the end of the episode, Peterson and Stewart were eliminated.

Dancing with the Stars is simulcast live across both ABC and Disney+ every Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET/PT (in local time zones). Each episode is also available to stream next day on Hulu.