Enchanting Exclusive Preview of the New Disney Aladdin on Broadway Book

March 20, 2017March 31, 2017

Attention, Aladdin on Broadway fans! Join us for our event, D23’s Behind-the-Scenes Experience: Magic in Manhattan & More, where guests will enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the historic New Amsterdam Theatre, and can upgrade to a premium ticket that includes Orchestra-level seating for Aladdin, followed by a D23-exclusive cast meet and greet after the show!

By Jocelyn Buhlman

The Road to Broadway and Beyond: Disney’s Aladdin: A Whole New World! by Michael Lassell will hit shelves on March 21, featuring the story of how this show from the producers of The Lion King, Mary Poppins, and Newsies became Disney’s next Broadway sensation. The book provides a peek behind the curtain with interviews with the actors, director, designers, musicians, and magicians who transported audiences around the world to the city of Agrabah.

Are you looking for some unbelievable sights and indescribable feelings? Well, we can take you to a whole new world with these exclusive preview pictures of this enchanting new book!

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13 Lucky Disney Moments for Saint Patrick’s Day

March 17, 2017March 17, 2017

By Jocelyn Buhlman

Everything happens for a reason in Disney movies, sometimes because of a little pixie dust or the power of the Force. But our favorite heroes occasionally need a little something else, a little something… lucky! To celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, we’ve rounded up our favorite lucky moments from some classic Disney movies. May your day be as lucky as theirs!

An Avalanche of Luck, Mulan (1998)
When the Chinese army faced off against the massive Hun army, they were going to need all the luck they could get. Fortune was smiling in their favor (or maybe it was because of the lucky cricket that Grandmother Fa gave to Mulan?) when Mulan caught the reflection of the precarious peak in her sword and concocted a brilliant plan: taking a lucky shot at the mountain to cause a massive avalanche, carrying the Hun army away in the snow!

A Lucky Find, Cinderella (1950)
Prince Charming finally met the girl of his dreams and danced the night away with her but—oh no!—she ran away at midnight, before he could even ask her name. But in her haste to flee, she left behind an incredibly unique glass slipper. Lucky for the Prince, he was able to use this unusual shoe to find the woman that stole his heart!

Luck Favors the Fair, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
When the Queen sent a huntsman to kill Snow White, she certainly didn’t expect him to be Snow White’s lucky break. He could not bear to kill someone as innocent as Snow White, lucky for her. But even luckier is that he warned her about the Queen’s intent to kill Snow White, so that the fair princess could to run into the woods and protect herself from the Queen’s wrath.

Falling with Luck, Toy Story (1995)
Buzz and Woody had to move fast to catch up to the moving van heading to Andy’s new house. Lucky for them, Buzz was still strapped to one of Sid’s rockets and they were able to blast off and fly—er, fall with style—into the back seat of Andy’s car, reuniting them with their beloved kid!

A Lucky Guest Appearance, A Goofy Movie (1995)
Goofy and Max were determined to get on stage at the Powerline Concert so that Max could win Roxanne’s heart—but how do two goofs land a guest appearance at the hottest concert of the year? With a little luck and a lot of silliness, of course! Goofy accidentally stumbled into a pod that launches him center stage, only to be joined by Max just moments later. Lucky for them that they know some perfect dance moves, too, and by teaching pop superstar Powerline the “Perfect Cast,” they are all able to see “eye 2 eye!”

Use the Force… and Some Luck, Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977)
The power of the Force is strong in the Star Wars galaxy, like when Luke makes his shot on the Death Star and successfully blows it up! But sometimes, the galaxy just needs a little luck. Before Luke was able to shoot on the Death Star, he needed some help escaping Darth Vader. Lucky for him, Han Solo decided to rejoin the battle in the Millennium Falcon just as Vader is about to shoot Luke down. “I have you now!” Vader declares, but lucky for Luke, Han shows up just in time with a surprise shot, sending Darth Vader’s TIE fighter squadron into disarray and allowing Luke to concentrate.

Lucky Fin, Finding Nemo (2003)
To help free the Tank Gang from a life of dentistry and Darla, Nemo agreed to use his small size to wedge a rock into the water filter. His first try was unsuccessful, but he was rescued by the Tank Gang before anything could go terribly wrong. Lucky for Nemo, he gave it a second try and managed to stop the filter in its tracks!

That’s Captain Lucky, Savvy? Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003)
Captain Jack Sparrow is either the cleverest pirate around, or the luckiest! His ability to escape the disastrous and supernatural is unparalleled, no more so than when faced with a duel against his enemy, Captain Barbossa. Barbossa struck with a fatal wound, ready to claim victory over Jack but—lucky him!—Jack had stolen a coin and become part of the Aztec Gold curse as an unkillable skeleton.

The Luckiest, Littlest Chef, Ratatouille (2007)
Remy’s cooking ability isn’t luck—it’s talent and determination. But sometimes it takes more than fantastic culinary abilities to save the day, so when Remy made a delicious serving of ratatouille for the dour critic, Anton Ego, the little chef was in for his lucky day. With one bite of what is scoffed as a “peasant dish,” Ego was transported back to the happy days of his youth and his mother’s cooking. Remy couldn’t have picked a better dish to cook up!

Fortuosity!, The Happiest Millionaire (1967)
Irish immigrant John Lawless has some of the best fortuosity around: landing a job with an eccentric, but kind, millionaire. As a butler to millionaire Anthony J. Drexel Biddle, John entered the fun and zany lifestyle of the Biddles.

A ReLUCKtant Dragon, The Reluctant Dragon (1941)
The poor Reluctant Dragon just didn’t want to fight, but lucky for him, Sir Giles, the dragon slayer, showed little interest in a serious battle. Instead, the two found friendship through their shared love of poetry!

A Lucky ‘Ohana, Lilo & Stitch (2002)
You can’t find truer friends than Lilo and Stitch, but their friendship started by lucky chance! All Nani wanted was to get her sister a nice dog companion, but she took Lilo to the animal shelter on the same day that Stitch decided to use it as a hideout. With no other dogs to choose, Lilo adopted Stitch, and together they started a friendship as big as the galaxy!

A Lucky Escape, Tangled (2010)
Rapunzel was wondering when her life would begin, but it wasn’t until Flynn Rider came along that she had her lucky day. If he hadn’t chosen to hide in her tower, she never would have had the chance to explore the outside world—and learn that she was the long-lost princess.

Celebrate 15 Years of Movie Magic with 15 Things We Love About Walt Disney Studios Park

March 16, 2017March 16, 2017

By Jocelyn Buhlman

The official kickoff to Disneyland Paris’ sparkling 25th anniversary celebration—March 26—is just around the corner, but today we are celebrating another bon anniversaire in France: Walt Disney Studios turns 15! To celebrate, we count down 15 reasons why we love this little slice of Hollywood in France.

Disney Studio 1
Enter Walt Disney Studios through this magical soundstage that takes you back in time to movie making from the 1920s to the 1960s! Its unique covered entrance is the perfect way to start a magical day at the park.

Crush’s Coaster
Surf’s up, dude! Board a turtle shell and explore the worlds of the Sydney Harbour, the jellyfish fields, and the EAC (East Australian Current, dude!). See all your favorite characters like Nemo, Squirt, and more as you zoom through this unique adventure under the sea!

Ratatouille: The Adventure
Get a rat’s-eye view of Paris in this 4-D adventure through the streets (and kitchens!) of Paris. Just make sure to avoid the humans!

Bistrot Chez Rémy
Have you ever wanted to try the mouth-watering dishes that Rémy cooks in Ratatouille? Well, at Bistro Chez Rémy you can enjoy his fine French cuisine. Bon Appétit!

Stitch Live!
Walt Disney Studios was the first Disney theme park to let guests meet Stitch in this fun, interactive satellite link-up with our favorite blue alien! Chat with Stitch in real time, but don’t be surprised if he tries to cause a little mayhem in the process.

Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop
Join the Green Army Men from Toy Story on their latest mission to drop down 82 feet!

Mickey and the Magician
This special, limited-time show (be sure to watch the magic between March 18, 2017 and January 7, 2018!) casts a spell across the audience as beloved Disney characters like Genie, Elsa, Lumiere, and more come to life on stage! Enjoy all your favorite Disney songs and characters in this amazing show!

Moteurs… Action! Stunt Show Spectacular
Rev up your engines and enjoy this behind-the-scenes look at motor stuntwork, set in a small Mediterranean town full of crazy cars and thrilling stunts!

Star Wars: Une Galaxie Lointaine, Tres Lointaine
Face the forces of the Dark side with this intergalactic show starring Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, and a whole patrol of Stormtroopers. Are you brave enough to go face to face against the galaxy’s biggest villains?

Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith
Are you ready to rock? Reach speeds of 100 km/h in less than three seconds and see the neon-lit colors of the rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle, with a light show that changes, depending on which Aerosmith songs you hear while you ride!

Partners Statue
Walt Disney Studios is one of five locations where you can see this statue featuring Walt Disney and his greatest creation, Mickey Mouse! Walt Disney Studios is unique since it is the only non-Disneyland-style park featuring the statue!

Cars Quatre Roues Rallye
Spin through the town of Radiator Springs in these crazy cars that take you along for the ride!

RC Racer
Shrink down to the size of Buzz and Woody and hop in this RC car to race across a 25-meter high half-pipe coaster!

Slinky® Dog Zigzag Spin
Climb onto the back of Woody and Buzz’s friend, Slinky® Dog, as he chases his tail ‘round and ‘round a giant dog bowl full of rubber bones.

Star Wars : La Célébration Galactique
Transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away with this nighttime spectacular projected on The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror™, and watch the amazing feats of your favorite Star Wars characters projected right before your eyes!

Beauty and the Beast Producer Don Hahn’s 5 Favorite Memories from the Making of Both Films

March 16, 2017March 16, 2017

By D23 Team

Producer Don Hahn has the distinction of being one of the very few people to work on both of Disney’s adaptations of Beauty and the Beast. We sat down with the lucky guy, who also produced The Lion King, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Atlantis: The Lost Empire, and Maleficent, to hear about—in his own words—his five favorite moments from the making of both spectacular films.

1. Bringing Howard Ashman and Alan Menken on to the project.
When you make movies, it’s not the time you spent on the red carpet that you remember most. For me, it’s the creative breakthroughs that form your most cherished memories. For the original Beauty and the Beast, one of my favorite memories was certainly bringing Howard Ashman and Alan Menken into the film. Howard was sick at the time and lived in Upstate New York on the Hudson River in a town called Beacon. And so we all went to him. At the time we didn’t know he had AIDS. And we just thought he was being a diva because he won the Academy Award® for The Little Mermaid! So, we packed up about six or seven of us and went to beautiful Fishkill, New York, and stayed at the Residence Inn and set up an upstairs conference room where, you know, people probably normally sell boilers and that kind of thing. But we set up our storyboards and a piano for Alan. And Howard would bring in donuts.

2. Howard Ashman’s awe-inspiring musical genius.
I remember we pitched the opening of the movie to him. And he just said, “We can musicalize this. This will be like a Gilbert and Sullivan thing. You’ll meet Belle. You’ll meet Gaston.” And we’re in this humble, nondescript conference room in Fishkill, New York—that’s where we hatched so many ideas that people now know and love from Disney’s first Beauty and the Beast. Those were the best moments. You’re sitting around a piano and you’re trying to figure it out and you’re trying to sing. And Howard’s tremendous encyclopedic knowledge of Broadway and American musical theater. It’s like he would say, you know, the Beauty and the Beast dance has to be like The King and I. Gaston has to be like Captain Miles Gloriosus from A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. It was like that every day… just incredible.

3. Recording “Beauty and the Beast” with Angela Lansbury.
Her flight was delayed. So when she landed I said, “You know, we can cancel this. We can let the orchestra go and come back tomorrow.” She says, “We rehearsed. We’ve prepared. You have the orchestra. I’ll be there.” A consummate professional. We’re at the studio and the elevator doors open, and she walks in, says hello to everyone, heads into the recording room, and sings “Beauty and the Beast” with the New York Philharmonic in one take. And that’s what’s in the movie.

4. The amazing cast that has made the live-action version so unforgettable
I’ll never forget Emma Watson saying, “I grew up with these songs, and I want to take the time necessary and devote it to this movie, because it means that much to me.” Or Dan Stevens. The world doesn’t really know Dan Stevens yet, but they will after this movie. Or the only person, arguably, who could replace Angela Lansbury as Mrs. Potts—Emma Thompson. We were so lucky to get someone like Bill Condon to direct. All these talented people who flesh out the story and create new unforgettable moments. Every day was pretty memorable during the making of this movie.

5. Seeing the new movie for the first time.
It was really weird, because I saw the live-action version for the first time totally by myself. I don’t know how to describe the experience. When you watch a movie like this, it’s a little like going through a scrapbook of an old vacation. So you have all these memories from the making of the first film, but at the same time you’re trying to disassociate yourself from those and comment on what’s in front of you. It was something that had boldness to it. It’s a really unusual experience to see the second film when you helped make the first one. It’s like seeing a long-lost son or daughter who you didn’t know you had, but yet they’re still familiar. It’s a deeply emotional experience, and you feel an immediate connection to the film.

Something New to See AT-AT Star Wars-Themed Lands

March 16, 2017March 16, 2017

By Nicole Nalty

Disney fans are anxiously awaiting the arrival of Star Wars-themed lands at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts, taking guests to a galaxy far, far away in 2019. The never-before-seen planet, under construction at both Disneyland park and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, will bring Star Wars characters and their beloved stories to life (not to mention the two new incredible attractions!).

Just now, the Disney Parks Blog shared a first look AT-AT some of the construction progress––take a look below and stay tuned for more Disney news!

Then and Now: The Enchanting Cast of Magical Objects in Beauty and the Beast

March 15, 2017March 15, 2017

By D23 Team

It’s a tale as old as time, but a story we love to see again and again. The 1991 animated classic Beauty and the Beast introduced audiences everywhere to a cast of lovable characters, all turned into household objects by a terrible curse. The new, live-action adaption of Beauty and the Beast, in theaters March 17, brings to life these beloved enchanted objects in a brand-new way. From beautiful hand-drawn animation to cutting-edge CGI, let us now reacquaint you with your favorite friends from the Disney classic, and show you how they will come to life in the fantastic new film!

Cogsworth
1991: Voiced by the distinguished David Odgen Stiers, Cogsworth is Beast’s majordomo and always a voice of reason. The clock likes to keep things orderly, so his pal Lumière’s free spirit sometimes grinds his gears. While others may call him a stick in the mud, Cogsworth has a playful side––the line “Oh, flowers… chocolates… promises you don’t intend to keep…” is one of the film’s most memorable quotes (and was an ad-lib by David!).

2017: As Cogsworth in the 1991 film says, “If it’s not baroque, don’t fix it!” Played by Ian McKellen, Cogsworth’s anxious, cranky demeanor continues to delight in the new film. While his personality remains constant, the mantel clock received an enchanting redesign: The base and main box were made from polyester resin and painted gold with a brass face, and the exterior pieces were gold-plated. The clock was even fitted with proper clock movements to make the ticking and movement of the weights authentic.

Lumière
1991: The charming candelabra is the counterpart to the more cautious Cogsworth. While Cogsworth is apprehensive of helping Belle at first, Lumière wastes no time in making her feel at home. Who could forget the entertaining––and appetizing!––“Be Our Guest”? He also makes time to romance the beautiful Fifi, a maid turned feather duster. Voiced by Jerry Orbach, Lumière has a special talent for helping Beast keep his cool, and always remains optimistic that Belle and Beast might see something there that wasn’t there before.

2017: Lumière still oozes charm in the 2017 film. Voiced by Ewan McGregor in the live-action film, Lumière is one of the few household objects that could become a fully fluid and moving character. Filmmakers captured Ewan dancing and moving the way he envisioned Lumière would move via performance capture technology and tried to bring his personality and movements to life through the candelabra. “Lumière was difficult to concept because we wanted him to be able to move, but at the end of the day he’s still a gilded candlestick,” says visual effects producer Steve Gaub. “Once we had a 3-D computer model of him that everyone was happy with, he was constructed from a process called rapid prototyping, which is able to take 3-D computer files and produce an accurate model in polyester resin so you can physically see and feel it.” Joining him now is his flying feather duster love, the charming maid Plumette, voiced by the enchanting Gugu Mbatha-Raw.

Mrs. Potts
1991: Mrs. Potts became everyone’s favorite mother figure when we met the teapot in the 1991 film. Voiced by Disney Legend Angela Lansbury, Mrs. Potts comforts Belle as she adjusts to life in the castle, and is a calming force when Beast blows his lid. The teapot also looks after her son, Chip, who the curse transformed into an adorable teacup. Mrs. Potts might be remembered best for singing the title song “Beauty and the Beast” during the film’s iconic ballroom scene.

2017: Emma Thompson takes on the iconic role in the live-action film, and of course, she still has the cutest teacup to look after! These two feature gilded accents, including playful faces that almost look like they could be part of the pattern on the cup. While she may have a new design, Mrs. Potts still has the same lovely singing voice, and Emma Thompson performs the classic “Beauty and the Beast” number during the live-action movie’s version of the ballroom scene.

The Wardrobe/Madame Garderobe
1991: A lady-in-waiting turned wardrobe, this larger-than-life character is there to comfort Belle when she is locked in her room—but she’s also there to dress Belle in fabulous fashions fit for a princess. Although this dramatic dresser prioritizes high fashion and good looks, she is also ready to protect the people she cares about, even when an angry mob storms the castle! Voiced by Jo Anne Worley, the Wardrobe has a tendency to break out into opera when the situation is dramatic.

2017: Six-time Tony® and Emmy® Award winner Audra McDonald brings Madame Garderobe—now a renowned Italian opera diva enchanted to live as a wardrobe—to life in the live-action film. While she was human, she toured the world with her husband, the Maestro Cadenza, voiced by Stanley Tucci and enchanted to live, appropriately, as a harpsichord. Madame Gardrobe still has her flair for melodrama even as an enchanted object, although she also retained her love for frequent naps.

Relive Your Childhood with Capcom’s The Disney Afternoon Collection

March 15, 2017August 16, 2017

By Jocelyn Buhlman

Video game publisher Capcom just announced The Disney Afternoon Collection, a compilation of six games featuring classic characters from your favorite ’80s and ’90s cartoon shows! The games are fully restored and in 1080p HD. The Disney Afternoon Collection will be available for PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC on April 18, 2017.

Enjoy these classic Disney video games:

Chip ‘n’ Dale Rescue Rangers—This classic lets players team up with a friend in co-op play and assume the roles of the mischievous Chip and Dale as they take on memorable villain Fat Cat and attempt to solve the mystery of a missing kitten.

Chip ‘n’ Dale Rescue Rangers 2—Fat Cat has escaped and his plans are even more dastardly this time. The titular heroes and supporting cast Monterey Jack, Gadget, and Zipper must stop Fat Cat from his evil dream of world domination!

Darkwing Duck—Play as the original caped crusader and fight a city full of criminals from the infamous F.O.W.L. organization in this action-packed platforming epic.

DuckTales—In this iconic platforming adventure, players help Scrooge McDuck fill his feathery pockets with vast riches from across the world.

DuckTales 2—The sequel to the original game comes jam-packed with more action and an even bigger caper set in new locations like the Bermuda Triangle and Niagara Falls!

TaleSpin—Take to the skies as Baloo the bear navigates his plane through exotic and dangerous locations in this side-scrolling shoot-’em-up.

This collection also features new gameplay options, such as Boss Rush and Time Attack. In Boss Rush mode, players must face fast-paced, consecutive boss battles, while Time Attack provides online leaderboards to track the fastest playthrough for each game. For newcomers, the games now feature a special “Rewind” mode to help recover from blunders. If you’re a fanatic of the Disney Afternoon, there’s a special new feature for you, too! The Disney Museum features special content like concept art, character art, and music from each of the shows!

The Disney Afternoon Collection will be released on April 18, 2017, so get ready to unleash your inner child this spring!

Feast Your Eyes on the Stunning New Coco Trailer

March 15, 2017

By Jonathan McMullen

Ever since D23 EXPO 2015, when we first learned about the upcoming Disney•Pixar animated film Coco, we’ve been super-excited about seeing more of Miguel (voiced by newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) and his magic guitar. We’ve also been dying to get a glimpse at how Pixar puts their touch on the Land of the Dead. Well, that time has finally arrived with the release of this brand-new teaser trailer! The teaser previews Miguel’s story and hints at how he, along with his adorable dog, Dante, are transported to the Land of the Dead. Prepare your eyes to be dazzled, because it’s absolutely stunning!

Check out the teaser trailer below and mark your calendar for Coco, hitting theaters November 22.

Pirates, Heroes, and Galactic Nights—Plus More in News Briefs

March 15, 2017

By Courtney Potter

A Second Season for Disney XD’s Big Hero 6 The Series

Ready to revisit San Fransokyo? Disney XD’s Big Hero 6 The Series debuts this fall… and there’s fantastic news about a second season—plus a seriously adorable video featuring some of the show’s voice cast (including Maya Rudolph, Ryan Potter, and Stan Lee!)—right here!

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Save the Date!
Be sure to mark these upcoming Disney events on your calendar:

D23 and Walt Disney Archives
April 7, 2017
Lunch with a Disney Legend: Burny Mattinson
April 10, 2017
D23 Members Invited to “Eat Like Walt” at the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
April 26, 2017
D23’s Behind-the-Scenes Experience: Magic in Manhattan & More
May 13, 2017
D23’s Magical Screening Series: Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in Florida
July 14-16, 2017
D23 Expo 2017
Studios
March 17, 2017
Beauty and the Beast opens in theaters
April 21, 2017
Born in China opens in theaters
May 5, 2017
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 opens in theaters
May 26, 2017
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
opens in theaters
June 16, 2017
Cars 3 opens in theaters
November 3, 2017
Thor: Ragnarok opens in theaters
November 22, 2017
Coco opens in theaters
December 15, 2017
Star Wars: The Last Jedi opens in theaters

Parks
March 1–May 29, 2017
Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival
March 10–April 16, 2017
Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival
May 27, 2017
Pandora—The World of Avatar opening at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
May 27, 2017
Guardians of the Galaxy–Mission: BREAKOUT! opening at Disney California Adventure
August 31-November 13, 2017
Epcot Food & Wine Festival
2019
Star Wars-Themed Lands Opening at Disneyland and Walt Disney World
Television
March 24, 2017
Tangled: The Series premieres on Disney Channel at 7:30 p.m. ET

This Weekend: Celebrate Pirates of the Caribbean’s 50th at Disneyland Park!

Can you believe Pirates of the Caribbean has thrilled nearly 400 million guests since it first opened at Disneyland park in 1967? Frankly, it’s no surprise to us; the swashbuckling adventure is truly a “must-see” attraction, and it even inspired an über-successful film franchise…

Pirates celebrates its amazing 50th anniversary this Saturday, March 18—and to mark the occasion, Disneyland park guests are invited to enjoy all kinds of fun, pirate-themed entertainment, merchandise exclusives, and deliciously special food and beverage offerings starting this Thursday, March 16! Look for amazing eats like a Buccaneer Pulled Pork Sandwich, “gold”-dusted Lost Treasure Beignets, and Jolly Roger Punch… not to mention performances from the Bootstrappers and Lucky the Pirate; limited-edition anniversary merchandise available throughout New Orleans Square; and even an appearance by Captain Jack Sparrow himself. “Now git yerselves down to the Disneyland Resort this weekend for a rollickin’ good time, me hearties!”

And don’t forget: the fifth film in the Pirates franchise—Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales—sails into theaters May 26.

New Seasons for Mickey and the Roadster Racers and The Lion Guard!

Great news, Disney Junior fans! Mickey and the Roadster Racers, the popular new animated series that takes Mickey Mouse and friends to the racetrack, has just been picked up for a second season! Additionally, The Lion Guard—the continuing adventures of Simba and Nala’s son Kion—has been renewed for a fantastic third season. (So much great TV to watch, so little time… )

Mickey and the Roadster Racers is a lively adventure series for preschoolers that takes Mickey, Minnie, Pluto, Goofy, Daisy, and Donald—along with their unique transforming vehicles—through hilarious car-racing hijinks around the world. The Lion Guard follows Kion and his fellow animal pals as they unite to protect the Pride Lands.

Guess Who’s Joining the Circuit in Disney•Pixar’s Cars 3?

Last Thursday, we introduced you to several cool new characters who are joining our automotive faves in Cars 3, which revs onto a screen near you this summer! There’s a Scandal actress, a Firefly alum, and even a citizen of Litchfield Penitentiary… check ‘em out, and mark your calendars for Cars 3’s big premiere on June 16.

Meet Captain Mary at Typhoon Lagoon’s New Miss Adventure Falls

Hoping for some sea-worthy shenanigans during your next Walt Disney World vacation? Splash into major fun at Typhoon Lagoon’s newest family raft attraction, Miss Adventure Falls. We just revealed a special look at the attraction—which introduces buccaneers to Captain Mary Oceaneer from the Society of Explorers and Adventures—this week.

Donald Goes Global in New DuckTales Clip… “Woo-oo!”

Okay, we’ll admit it—we’re ridiculously excited for the new DuckTales series, coming to Disney XD this summer! Everything we’ve seen and heard so far looks fantastic (we’re huge fans of David Tennant and think he’s a perfect Scrooge McDuck)… so of course we’re obsessing over this fun new clip from the show (above), posted just a few days ago on Disney XD’s YouTube channel.

Can’t wait to see what other adventures Donald, his nephews, and their nutty uncle get roped into? Stay tuned for more info on DuckTales (including a firm premiere date) as it becomes available…

ABC Sneaks a Peek at Pandora—The World of Avatar with James Cameron

In case you missed it, last week was chockablock with amazing, exclusive sneak peeks into Pandora—The World of Avatar (the newest land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort) all over ABC… including Avatar director James Cameron giving The View’s Whoopi Goldberg a fantastic tour of the both the land and some of its brand-new attractions. See Whoopi’s near-speechless reaction to the beauty around her in the clip, above.

Plus, James gave Paula Faris from The View a special tour for a segment featured on ABC’s Nightline. Give it a gander, above.

Pandora—The World of Avatar officially opens May 27. Remember, “Oel ngati kameie” (that means “I see you” in Na’vi).

Go Behind the Scenes with Disneyland’s Main Street Electrical Parade

As you have (hopefully) heard by now, the legendary Main Street Electrical Parade has returned to Disneyland Park for glittering nightly performances through June 18… In this new video from our good friendlies over at the Disney Parks Blog (above), you can see what goes into costuming a Cast Member for their brightly-lit stroll down Main Street, U.S.A.

You’ll hear from Michael Lewis, a Costuming Manager for Disneyland Resort—who explains some of the cool additions they’ve made to the costumes for this encore engagement and talks about how proud he is to work on a parade that holds special memories for him and his family.

What’s in Store for Star Wars Galactic Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

On April 14, a “galaxy far, far away” gets closer than ever when Disney’s Hollywood Studios debuts its latest offering: Star Wars Galactic Nights, a separately ticketed nighttime “premiere party” that combines the glamour of Tinseltown with all your favorite Star Wars adventures. And they’ve just released some new details about what’s to come…

Actress Vanessa Marshall, who costars as Hera Syndulla on Disney XD’s Star Wars Rebels, will host a special “Inside the Saga: Celebrity Chat Show” that takes you behind the scenes of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Plus, guests can take part in a thrilling “Seize the Saga Interactive Scavenger Hunt” (which, upon completion, offers a one-of-a-kind keepsake), or can dance the night away at Rebel Base. If that weren’t amazing enough, Darth Vader will lead a battalion of Stormtroopers down Hollywood Blvd.; “Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular” will light up the night sky; and (drum roll, please), everyone’s favorite new Star Wars droid—BB-8—will make his Disney’s Hollywood Studios debut!

For more info on Star Wars Galactic Nights, or to purchase tickets, click here.

Disney Cruise Line’s Exciting New Additions to the Disney Fantasy

Looking to take a Disney cruise? Got some big Star Wars fans in your family? Then here’s information you’ll want to pass along: Thanks to the Disney Fantasy’s “dry dock” this spring, some truly fabulous new venues and events are coming to Disney Cruise Line’s fourth fleet member.

The Disney’s Oceaneer Club will feature the new Star Wars: Command Post, which will train kids as heroes of the Star Wars saga and offer one-of-a-kind holographic models of the Millennium Falcon and the Death Star. Additionally, the Marvel Super Hero Academy will offer kids the opportunity to learn the values of worthiness and loyalty in a totally cool, innovative space. And we haven’t even mentioned the tasty new food offerings—including the Sweet on You ice cream shop.

These enhancements are closer than you think! Check ‘em out on Disney Fantasy sailings beginning May 17 from Port Canaveral, Florida. For more info, visit DisneyCruiseLine.com.

Fist Bump! Big Hero 6 The Series is Already Renewed for a Second Season

March 14, 2017

By Nicole Nalty

We won’t be reunited with our favorite band of misfit heroes in Disney XD’s upcoming show Big Hero 6 The Series until this fall, but we already have something else to look forward to––yep, Big Hero 6 The Series has been picked up for a second season! On a scale of 1–10, we’re rating our excitement at a strong 20. As you can see in the video below, the cast is pretty excited, too:

All of your favorite characters are back for the animated series, based on Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award®-winning feature film (which was inspired by the Marvel comics of the same name): Maya Rudolph as Aunt Cass, Jamie Chung as Go Go, Scott Adsit as Baymax, Ryan Potter as Hiro, Genesis Rodriguez as Honey Lemon, Khary Payton as Wasabi, Brooks Wheelan as Fred, Alan Tudyk as Alistair Krei, David Shaughnessy as Heathcliff and, of course, Marvel Comics legend Stan Lee as Fred’s dad. The show will pick up right where we left off in the 2014 film, following Hiro and Baymax’s adventures with the rest of team Big Hero 6 as they fight off a variety of “scientifically enhanced villains.” Sounds like some high-tech terror! Plus, Hiro will face his own challenges as he attends San Fransokyo Institute of Technology as their new prodigy. That’s a lot of pressure for a 14-year-old, even if he is a tech genius.

Stay tuned for more Big Hero 6 The Series updates and Disney news––Bah-a-la-la-la!

A Second Season for Disney XD’s Big Hero 6 The Series

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