Where Spirits Dwell with Disney’s Haunted Mansion

By Courtney Potter

Note: Interviews for this article were held before the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes.

Your lively glow betrays an aura of anticipation, almost as though you sense an exhilarating development... That’s right: It’s nearly time for Disney’s Haunted Mansion to creep its way into theaters!

In the new film, inspired by the classic theme park attraction, widowed New York doctor Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) and her son Travis (Chase W. Dillon) move to New Orleans and into a whopper of a “fixer upper,” hoping to transform it into a bed and breakfast... but wind up enlisting a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts—including Father Kent (Owen Wilson), a hipster priest; Ben (LaKeith Stanfield), a down-on-his-luck scientist who specializes in paranormal activity; Harriet (Tiffany Haddish), a French Quarter psychic who may be more powerful than she realizes; and cantankerous Professor Bruce Davis (Danny DeVito) of Tulane University—to help rid it of supernatural squatters.

Directed by Justin Simien (a former Disneyland Park cast member), Haunted Mansion also stars Daniel Levy as a quirky fellow bed and breakfast owner named Vic, Jared Leto as the Hatbox Ghost, and Jamie Lee Curtis as the iconic Madame Leota.

D23: The Official Disney Fan Club was lucky enough to hear exclusively from Dawson, Stanfield, and Haddish—as well as Simien—about what it was like to join the mansion’s 999 happy haunts; their memorable shoot; and what they hope audiences take away from this ghoulishly delightful film! To read more about Haunted Mansion, make sure to drag your bodies to the latest edition of Disney twenty-three, D23’s quarterly publication.

In an image from Disney’s Haunted Mansion, from left to right, Gabbie (Rosario Dawson), Harriet (Tiffany Haddish), Ben (LaKeith Stanfield), and Father Kent (Owen Wilson) are standing in one of the mansion’s large rooms and are looking up toward the right at the ceiling. They have concerned looks on their faces. Harriet is wearing an elaborate headwrap, and Father Kent is wearing a black fedora and other ecumenical garb.

Considering the initial prospect of taking part in Haunted Mansion, “There’s a lot that excited me about it, obviously,” says Dawson. “I think it’s an amazing attraction, one of the most beloved ones; you just have such fond memories of it. And I love Disneyland and Walt Disney World; I think [those kind of memories are] what makes those resorts so special.” Plus, the actress needed a break from the more dramatic projects she’d previously been working on. “This showed up and I thought, ‘Are you kidding? Yes!,’” she adds, chuckling. “So I just laughed for a few months! I knew I was gearing up for Ahsoka as well, and that was going to be so intensive, and I just wanted to go in a different direction. And wow, did I?! It was like a roller coaster of a different direction, and it was amazing.”

Stanfield was similarly excited to be involved in the project, especially something so different from his previous films. “Some of my favorite movies of all time are Disney movies,” he explains. “The things that Disney’s created for youth have been consistently enriching parts of their lives. So when they approached me for this opportunity, I was really surprised; I wasn’t expecting that at that point in my career... and I thought, ‘Well, this might be an opportunity for me to provide a kid with the experience I had when I was younger.’” And speaking of childhood, director Simien grew up on the Disney renaissance of the 1980s and ’90s—and then found himself working for the very company that enthralled him as a child. “To be in film school and working at Disneyland Park, I was in awe of the sheer detail that goes into that immersive kind of storytelling.”

In an image from Disney’s Haunted Mansion, Harriet (Tiffany Haddish) is coming through a beaded curtain, looking at Father Kent (Owen Wilson), who’s facing her—with his back towards the camera—at the left of the image. She is wearing an elaborate headwrap, several pieces of jewelry, and a patterned dress with a cinched vest over it. The room is dimly lit.

As for Haddish, the actress admits, “Let me tell you, I’m a big Disneyland fan! But when I was a kid, I used to be scared of the Haunted Mansion!” An elementary school field trip changed all that: “I thought, ‘This time I have to be brave,’ right? So I’m in there and I’m just thinking, ‘Wow, this is actually really beautiful. This is like real art!’ And every time after that, Haunted Mansion would be the first thing I had to get on.” So when the chance to be in the new film presented itself, she continues, “Before they could even finish their sentence, I said, ‘Yes! Let me read the script! May I please contribute? Yes, yes, yes, yes!’”

Filming both on location in New Orleans and at Trilith Studios in Atlanta was particularly unforgettable—chiefly due to incredible, attraction-informed sets devised by production designer Darren Gilford (another Disney Parks-related alum; he once interned for Walt Disney Imagineering) and team. “It was so wild, because everyone was ‘ooh-ing’ and ‘aah-ing’ about it even before we got there,” admits Dawson. “The amount of detail, just the scale of it—everyone was flipping out. They couldn’t have prepared you... It was really mind-blowing, honestly. There were a lot of TikToks that were done.”

“It felt like I was a little girl again,” adds Haddish. “It’s super-sized, right? I’m just walking through it like, ‘What are these spider webs made of? What is that made of? What is this made of? Who did that? Who designed this right here?’ I’m asking them a thousand questions and I’m just like—I never wanted to leave the set! I always wanted to hang out on set because it felt like I was hanging out at the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland!” That attention to design was of utmost importance to Simien: “The set was a constant source of inspiration,” the director says. “It was really important to us, with a movie like this, to shoot as much as we could practically—to ground the audience in the film’s reality. The sheer level of painstaking detail that went into such a large practical set was simply awe-inspiring. Darren and his team completely outdid themselves, and yet paid such careful homage to the original attraction.”

In an image from Disney’s Haunted Mansion, Travis (Chase W. Dillon) and Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) are huddled together, looking at something off-screen to the left. They have concerned looks on their faces. Travis is wearing a bike helmet and a robe; Gabbie is wearing an orange and yellow striped top and a flowered skirt. They appear to be in the mansion’s dining room, which is dimly lit; a long table is behind them, with some candelabras placed on top. Long thin windows can be seen in the background.

But it wasn’t just the sets that made the shoot so noteworthy. “The conversations that Justin and I had were probably some of my favorites in developing this character,” Dawson says. “Reminiscing about my grandmother and what she was like—and feeling that from the images that they were showing me of how they envisioned Gabbie; adding my touch to that. My grandmother was always super put-together, and she had such an incredible style... Even though she always looked so glamorous, she was always ready to dig in. So a lot of that went into building Gabbie: her look, her behavior, and even why she would get a house like this—a massive undertaking. It was really fun to see how Gabbie relates to this house.”

As for Stanfield’s Ben, “It’s a fun journey to go on with him,” the actor explains. “Some of these perennial questions are ones that we’ve been asking ever since the beginning of mankind, and now we’re here to ask Ben on this public stage. But what comes with that is a character that’s witty, funny, charming, sometimes sad, sometimes very excited and happy—running the gamut of most human emotions. He’s a really good person to go on this journey with because then it’s just fun and imaginative.”

And Haddish was especially charmed by her work with Simien: “He never made me feel insecure or uncomfortable,” she admits. “It was always, ‘Let’s level up. Let’s try something different. Let’s try something new.’ That’s fun, when you get to play; when you have a director that challenges you. I just loved working with him. I felt like I grew a lot as a performer.”

In an image from Disney’s Haunted Mansion, from left to right, Father Kent (Owen Wilson), Gabbie (Rosario Dawson), Ben (LaKeith Stanfield), Harriet (Tiffany Haddish), and Professor Davis (Danny DeVito) are standing behind a table, on which is displayed a large crystal ball. Inside the ball, we can see the back of someone’s ghostly head; while we can’t see her face, we know it is Madame Leota. Father Kent, Gabbie, Ben, and Harriet are wearing pajamas; Prof. Davis is wearing a button-up shirt with pens in the front pocket. Harriet is smiling. To the left of the group is some sort of fire pit or fireplace. 

All told, the excitement the cast feels about audiences finally seeing the finished product is palpable. “I think it’s just really smart and very clever,” says Dawson. “And it’s definitely going to have some scary bits... There’s so much attention and care put into it because this is such a beloved property. You just feel it. There’s just something about it that feels really warm and fun and creepy at the same time—in a good way! It gives you those good spooky goosebumps.” But it’s not just the spirits that make this film special: “These characters, by the end of the movie we’re a family,” explains Haddish. “We’ve had this experience together—and it’s pretty awesome that we were able to accomplish what we accomplished. I hope that people take home that yes, you may have your family, but there’ll be scenarios where things happen and it’s okay to bond and work with others.”

Director Simien echoes Haddish’s sentiment. “The movie is incredibly funny and heartfelt,” he explains. “Of course the fun and scares are there, as is the lore of the mansion. But [screenwriter] Katie Dippold’s way into the story was this set of eccentric characters who desperately need a found family—and we worked hard to bring that aspect of the screenplay to life.”

An X-cellent Display of Cosplay from D23’s X-Men Hellfire Gala

By Jocelyn Buhlman

The first real-life Hellfire Gala jumped from the pages of X-Men comics to Parq Nightclub in San Diego, California, this past Saturday, July 22—and D23 Members dressed to impress! Inspired by mutantkind’s biggest event in Marvel comics, our Hellfire Gala brought out the best of cosplay and costuming inspired by not just the X-Men, but an array of fashionable Marvel characters. It’d be a Sentinel-sized challenge to show every single superpowered style from that night, but we’ve rounded up some of our favorites to keep the celebration of 60 years of X-Men comics going. Check out the gallery below, and explore the #XMenHellfireGala tag on social media to see more of the amazing costumes from the night!

HELLFIRE GALA

What Guests Can Expect From San Fransokyo Square at Disney California Adventure Park

By Emily Hewitt

Multicultural food, landmarks inspired by San Franciscan and Japanese icons, and merchandise can be expected from Disneyland Resort’s most recent addition, San Fransokyo Square.

Beginning August 31, visitors will be able to step into the iconic city from Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award-winning film Big Hero 6 in Disney California Adventure Park. With story points from the film and two series—Big Hero 6 The Series and Baymax!—to pull from, Walt Disney Imagineering Art Director Michael Dobrzycki said there are several show and film references throughout the land.

In this artist’s rendering of part of the new San Fransokyo Square area of Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, a red building, called Rita’s Turbine Blenders, features a koi fish turbine on top of it. A walkway beside the building leads to more buildings in the distance, with signs in Japanese and English. 

Landmarks
As the Pacific Wharf area transforms into San Fransokyo Square, several familiar landmarks will remain such as Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop, a San Francisco-founded company. A koi fish turbine, which powers San Fransokyo in the film, will be added and new lanterns will be hung outside. On the inside will be an animated mural showing the daily life of San Fransokyo, just as it previously showed scenes from the daily life of San Francisco.

“We are, of course, in the footprint of what would be San Francisco, but San Fransokyo is this alternate and parallel reality,” Dobrzycki said. “So, it makes sense that if there’s a Ghirardelli in our San Francisco, there’s a Ghirardelli in our San Fransokyo as well.”

In this artist’s rendering of part of the new San Fransokyo Square area of Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, the red San Fransokyo Gate Bridge hovers over a body of water and a sign on it reads “San Fransokyo Square.”

There will also be several landmarks from the film added to the land, including the 54-foot San Fransokyo Gate Bridge which will be the “gateway” to San Fransokyo, Dobrzycki said.

Once the bridge is crossed, specific San Fransokyo music will be heard. To build the land’s soundtrack, Dobrzycki and his team started with 2014-era J-pop songs—the year the film was released—and a loop of music from the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT. Four songs from The Happy Ride with Baymax at Tokyo Disneyland were also added to the soundtrack, along with contemporary J-pop songs. If you are in the land for 90 minutes, you will hear the whole soundtrack loop.

At night, the “Port of San Fransokyo” sign will be lit up in neon letters, just as it appears at the beginning of the film.

In this artist’s rendering of part of the new San Fransokyo Square area of Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, green, red, and yellow chairs and wooden tables sit under an overhang of a building with a sign reading “ Port of San Fransokyo Cervecería.”

The Port of San Fransokyo Cerveceria will be the new, go-to place for draft beverages and seltzers, so guests can choose from a selection of beers and pair it with the new Garlic Pinwheel Chips Mix.

Hamada Bot Shop is where Hiro Hamada and the Big Hero 6 team improve their hi-tech gear. This is where you will be able to meet Hiro and Baymax!

In this artist’s rendering of part of the new San Fransokyo Square area of Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, a brick building and a wooden building meet to form a corner and Baymax pops out of a doorway in the wooden building. Stanchions form an empty queue area around a tree, leading to Baymax.

“We’re actually creating a portico area for Baymax to come out to meet the guests in,” Dobrzycki said.

Near the Hamada Bot Shop, guests will see signage for Good Luck Alley—which in the film is a gambling den where robot makers challenge one another as their robots compete in the evenings. On the other side of the alley, guests will come to the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market.

In this artist’s rendering of part of the new San Fransokyo Square area of Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, a storefront shows a variety of merchandise such as Baymax plushies. There are posters above the store that show robots with red X’s over them. A sign reads “San Fransokyo Maker’s Market” and is also written on another sign in Japanese.

At the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market, defeated bots are picked apart so makers can build new creations. The San Fransokyo Maker’s Market will be filled with merchandise for guests to choose from.

In this photo of a merchandise display, a small red shirt features Baymax with red bandages all over him, a larger white shirt sports a black outline of Baymax, and a black ball cap shows Baymax lying down with Mochi the cat lying on his stomach.

Merchandise
Three pieces of merchandise will debut in the San Fransokyo Maker’s Market the day the land opens, Kimberly Wilson, Integration Manager, Retail Product Optimization for Disneyland Resort, said. These will be a white adult T-shirt featuring a black outline of Baymax, a red children’s T-shirt featuring Baymax covered in red bandages, and a black ball cap featuring Baymax lying down with Mochi the cat lying on his stomach.

Additional merchandise options will include phone cases, AirPod cases, Apple Watch straps, a plush Baymax toy, magnets, and even a shirt featuring Baymax that says “Hugs All Day, Everyday” for the furry friends of guests.

A vending machine will offer four different collectible medallion designs. The images on the medallions include Baymax, wind turbines, the San Fransokyo Gate Bridge, and one that has a combination of Baymax, San Fransokyo’s logo, and two kanjis representing knowledge and courage.

In this artist’s rendering of part of the new San Fransokyo Square area of Disney California Adventure at Disneyland Resort, a building with a pink sign reading “Aunt Cass Cafe” sits on a wooden deck with black chairs and brown tables outside. Images of two white cats are on either side of the sign, smiling, and colorful lanterns line the roof with Baymax’s face on them.

Food

Aunt Cass Café
At Aunt Cass Café, the signature Bay Area dish, clam chowder in a bread bowl, will have miso added to it, giving it a subtle umami flavor, Chef Jeremiah Balogh, Culinary Director of Disney California Adventure, Candy Production, Park Banquets, and Festivals, said. Bread bowls will also serve up curry with rice, green onion, and pickled ginger.

A bread bowl sits on a wooden table with a blue wall behind it. Inside is a curry with a rice ball on top, pickled ginger, and chopped green onion.

“Boudin Bakery is still part of our San Fransokyo story, and so you’re going to continue to see some of those amazing flavors of that sourdough bread that we all enjoy,” Balogh said.

Soba noodles, squares of tofu, edamame, corn, slaw, carrots, crispy shallots, and cilantro all sit in a black bowl on a wooden table in front of a blue wall.

For a refreshing meal, the Soba Noodle Salad is a great light dish with tofu, cabbage, edamame, carrots, roasted corn, scallions, and cilantro topped with crispy shallots and sesame ginger dressing. It can be paired with a refreshing Honey Lemon-Ade with yuzu purée and popping passion fruit and strawberry boba.

Lemonade is in a tall clear glass topped with ice and pink and orange popping boba on a wooden table in front of a blue wall.

In the series, Baymax enjoys a cold beverage with caramel syrup, and guests will be able to experience this movie moment with their own Caramel Cream Cold Brew—perhaps the perfect pick-me-up.

Aunt Cass has thought of everything, even dessert. Guests can enjoy a fluffy Japanese-style cheesecake with a cherry compote. Made with a meringue, it is much less dense than a typical New York cheesecake, Balogh said.

Lucky Fortune Cookery
Next door to Aunt Cass Café is Lucky Fortune Cookery, which has a multicultural menu of Vietnamese, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese flavors, Balogh said. A Yaki Udon will be available, which is similar to Yakitori but served with thick udon noodles.

Sitting on a black plate is a fried chicken sandwich with a slaw and mayonnaise, a side of chips, and a grilled pepper. The black plate sits on a wooden table.

A Karaage-inspired Crispy Chicken Sandwich with slaw and Togarashi mayonnaise will also be available on a potato bun, along with garlic chips.

Inspired by Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill’s braised beef, there will also be a twist on ramen that includes birria beef, mozzarella cheese, a soft-boiled egg, and roasted corn.

Balogh sees a narrative in the mixing of cultures together in the food he and his team have created for San Fransokyo Square. “I think about these cultures kind of coming together, sharing ideas and thoughts and ingredients, maybe techniques,” he said. “And then as they go back to their restaurants, they’re practicing some of those things that they’re learning into their own menus.”

Wash all these flavorful foods down with an unsweetened black iced tea infused with flavor from lychee syrup and lychee coconut jelly.

A large white macaron with a design representative of Baymax’s eyes sits on a black plate on a wooden table.

And, of course, there’s a Baymax-themed dessert! A white macaron filled with a buttercream and a hazelnut filling is topped with an outline of Baymax’s eyes.

Cocina Cucamonga Mexican Grill
While Lucky Fortune Cookery borrows influences from Cocina Cucamonga, Cocina Cucamonga borrows from Lucky Fortune Cookery by adding a Japanese flair to its Mexican street corn. The corn will be topped with Togarashi mayonnaise, queso fresco, furikake, and bonito flakes, which will be served with wheat chicharrons.

“What we’ve recognized is [the restaurants] want to welcome their new neighbors into the neighborhood,” Balogh said. “On the taste side of things, your taste buds are wondering, ‘Where am I right now?’ And I think that’s really exciting.”

Rita’s Turbine Blenders
Jelly rings will be put on top of non-alcoholic drinks at Rita’s Turbine Blenders as a nod to GoGo Tomago.

Food for Children
As Chef Balogh has observed during his several years at Disney, children enjoy eating what the adults around them are eating. Some restaurants do have a kids menu but the items in the kids menu will typically be smaller portions.

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

By Courtney Potter

There’s a lot to look forward to from around the worlds of Disney this very weekend—whether you’re a lover of hilariously grainy, circa 2000s home movies sent in by viewers like you, or brand-new animated short-form series featuring fresh and fun characters… who just happen to be of the undead variety. So take a break from your pool parties and lazy lake-lounging and sink into your favorite spot on the couch—we’ve got some quality “things to watch” in store:

In an image from a past episode of America’s Funniest Home Videos, host Tom Bergeron, wearing a dark suit, stands in front of a purple-hued bank of video screens displaying the “AFHV” logo and “$100,000” multiple times, amongst digital confetti. Bergeron is smiling and looking off camera to the left.

America’s Funniest Home Videos—Seasons 20 through 22 now streaming on Disney+
While we wait for the latest season of the long-running series to come to ABC, relive some belly laughs of yesteryear with America’s Funniest Home Videos, Seasons 20 through 22—hosted by the always delightful Tom Bergeron—now streaming on Disney+! These “new” seasons join Seasons 18 and 19, which means you can revel in some nostalgic home video clips from circa 2007 to 2011. Guaranteed someone will fall off a trampoline, have a mishap with Christmas lights, and/or get a pie to the face.

In an image from the “Pretty Mess” episode of grown-ish, from left to right, Kiela (Daniella Perkins), Junior (Marcus Scribner), Zaara (Tara Ranni), and Lauryn (Amelie Zilber) are on the set of the “Influencer Island” reunion taping. They are standing or sitting near a small cocktail table, which has several glasses as well as a floral arrangement on top of it. Kiela is wearing a poofy pink feather jacket; all four are looking at something off-camera to the left. Other attendees can be seen in the foreground and background.

grown-ish—latest episode now on Hulu
If you missed the most recent episode of grown-ish on Freeform, head on over to our friends at Hulu and stream it (and previous episodes) to your heart’s content. In “Pretty Mess,” Annika (Justine Skye) invites the crew to her “Influencer Island” reunion taping, and Andre (Marcus Scribner) starts to second-guess whether she’s being fully honest with him. Meanwhile, Doug (Diggy Simmons) helps Aaron (Trevor Jackson) plus-up his dating profile.

In a promo image for Disney Branded Television’s ZOMBIES: The Re-animated Series, Bree (voiced by Carla Jeffery), Bonzo (voiced by James Godfrey), Bucky (voiced by Trevor Tordjman), Eliza (voiced by Kylee Russell), Zed (voiced by Milo Manheim), Addison (voiced by Meg Donnelly), Wynter (voiced by Ariel Martin), Willa (voiced by Chandler Kinney), Wyatt (voiced by Pearce Joza), and A-Spen (voiced by Terry Hu) stand against a purple background, smiling at the camera and all in various fun poses.

ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series Shorts—series premiere Friday, July 21, on Disney Channel, Disney Channel YouTube, and Disney NOW; thereafter on Disney+
ZOMBIES: The Re-Animated Series Shorts is an animated short-form series that continues the adventures of fan favorites Zed (voiced by Milo Manheim), Addison (voiced by Meg Donnelly), and the Seabrook crew from the hit ZOMBIES franchise. The shorts, which keep the spirit and jam-packed music of the movies, find the friends encountering new monsters—a carnivorous plant monster, horrifying mega-cricket, and even evil clones—while dealing with school and new experiences like a never-ending summer time loop.

In an image from Freeform’s Praise Petey, from left to right, Bandit (voiced by John Cho), Eliza (voiced by Kiersey Clemons), and Petey (voiced by Annie Murphy) are sitting or standing at a bar, in a red-hued room, talking. Behind Eliza is shelving with glasses and bottles, as well as a large picture of Petey’s now-deceased cult leader father. Bandit is wearing a blue button-up shirt and a brown cap; Eliza is wearing a yellow tank top; and Petey is wearing a “body-con” red dress with white belt.

Praise Petey (adult animated comedy)—series premiere Friday, July 21, at 10 p.m. ET on Freeform
This new series—recommended for mature audiences only—kicks off with two episodes, and follows Petey (voiced by Annie Murphy), a New York City “it” girl who seems to have it all until her life comes crashing down around her. As luck would have it, though, a mysterious gift from her father gives her a new lease on life: She’s going to “lean into” modernizing his small-town cult. The series, which will stream on Hulu following its premiere each week on Freeform, also features the voices of John Cho, Kiersey Clemons, Stephen Root, Amy Hill, and Christine Baranski.

In an image from Disney Branded Television’s Hailey’s On It!, Hailey (voiced by Auli’i Cravalho) and Scott (voiced by Manny Jacinto) are grabbing handfuls of credit cards from inside a cardboard box labeled “Top Secret” and “Keep Out.” Hailey is wearing blue jean overalls, a red and white long-sleeved T-shirt, and red glasses; Scott is wearing a green T-shirt over a white long-sleeved shirt.

Hailey’s On It—Saturday, July 22, at 10 a.m. PT on Disney Channel and Disney XD
This new episode’s new stories include: “Seas the Day,” in which Hailey (voiced by Auli’i Cravalho) brings Scott (voiced by Manny Jacinto) to Catalina Island to get him out of an uncharacteristically mopey funk; and “Kissed Opportunities,” where Hailey throws a party and she sees a good opportunity to kiss Scott… as part of a harmless game, of course.

Power Up at San Diego Comic-Con with Exclusive Offers for D23 Gold Members!

By the D23 Team

San Diego Comic-Con is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to celebrate with Disney fans at our first ever X-Men Hellfire Gala! Our powered-up party isn’t the only way for D23 Gold Members to join in the fun, however. If you’re planning on hitting the show floor this weekend, make sure to bring your D23 Gold Membership Card (or download our app to get your virtual membership card!) so you can take advantage of these exclusive offers:

A vinyl figure of Mickey Mouse in a blue and gold sailor suit, with the kidrobot logo in the corner, along with text denoting it’s a 2023 Comic-Con Exclusive.

kidrobot®

Offer: D23 Gold Members get $10 off the SDCC Exclusive Sailor Mickey Art Figure!

Show your membership card at Kidrobot booth #2846 or use code DISNEYGOLD on Kidrobot.com through August 31, 2023. Cannot be combined with other offers.

About Kidrobot: Kidrobot is a premier creator and dealer of limited-edition art toys, signature apparel and lifestyle accessories. Visit us at San Diego Comic-Con (booth 2846) to discover the surprising, delightful, and super cute! From vinyl art figures to interactive plush toys, we aim to start a conversation.

Beast-Kingdom

Offer: Additional 10% off for D23 Gold Member purchase.

About Beast-Kingdom: Welcome to the enchanting world of Beast-Kingdom at San Diego Comic-Con! Prepare to be amazed as we present an exhibition booth that celebrates the iconic Star Wars franchise, introduces the Medieval Knight Spider-Man B&G Version, showcases adorable Disney, and Pixar characters, and other unique collectibles! At our booth, you can experience:

    1. Star Wars Corner: Embark on a journey through a galaxy far, far away at our dedicated Star WarsCorner. Here, attendees will find SDCC2023 exclusive figures of the legendary Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. These highly detailed and limited-edition collectibles capture the essence of the iconic characters and will surely delight fans of the franchise.
    2. Medieval Knight Spider-Man B&G Version: Witness the fusion of medieval and Super Hero worlds with the awe-inspiring Medieval Knight Spider-Man B&G Version. This exclusive SDCC2023 release combines the beloved Marvel character with a knight’s armor and weaponry. Attendees can marvel at this unique interpretation of Spider-Man and appreciate the exquisite craftsmanship
    3. Special promotions on event day: Follow Beast-Kingdom on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Stay tuned for more details about our Free Limited-Edition Gift/Swag Giveaway at San Diego Comic-Con! We’re cooking up something extraordinary that you won’t want to miss!

Two watches, one with a blue band and one with a gold band, flanking the Citizen logo.

Citizen

Offer: Gold Members will receive an EXTRA 10% off when they shop in our booth at SDCC. This is on top of our special show discount as well.

About Citizen: This is Citizen’s first time at SDCC! We will be located inside the Lucasfilm booth at SDCC and are excited to bring all things Star Wars from Citizen to the event. We will have amazing show exclusives including watches and clock collectibles featuring your favorite Star Wars characters. These exclusives will be very limited, so fans will want to visit us early on to have the opportunity to shop. The booth will also be hosting our full Star Wars x Citizen collection so be sure to stop by and try on watches featuring your favorite characters. The space will also feature unique artwork on the booth walls and a collectible tote bag when visitors shop. We look forward to seeing all the D23 fans at Comic-Con and sharing the experience with you all!

A split image: On the left is the Iron Studios logo, written in silver, blocky letters. On the right, a stylized figure of Dr. Strange sitting cross-legged, surrounded by glowing orbs of light.

Iron Studios

Offer: 10% offer applies to all Disney products available at our booth, except for those in pre-order

About Iron Studios: Fans can expect early access to Doctor Strange – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – MiniCo and Captain America – Falcon and the Winter Soldier – MiniCo as well as never seen before prototypes of some our Disney, Marvel and Lucasfilm statues, such as:

  • Pinocchio Deluxe
  • Jake Sully – Avatar 2
  • Darth Vader Event Exclusive
  • Magneto Event Exclusive
  • Star-Lord – Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
  • Groot –  Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
  • Rocket – Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
  • Wolverine Unleashed  (Wolverine 50th Anniversary)
  • Ahsoka – Ahsoka
  • Mandalorian – The Mandalorian Season 3
  • Pod Racer Diorama

We will also have a photo opportunity with our life-size Spider-Man pointing for fans to recreate the famous meme. Lastly, we will showcase our ¼ scale Thanos featuring the Infinity Gauntlet with authentic precious stones.

A split image: On the left, the FiGPiN logo, which features the name in a white font with a black outline, along with the tagline “Collect Awesome.” On the right, two FiGPiNs are featured, one of Jafar and one of Groot as he appears in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

FiGPiN

Offer: 20% off discount for D23 Gold Members on our Disney products – Jafar, The Emperor, and Groot FiGPiNS.

About FiGPiN: Our booth will be showcasing our new product that we are debuting—Cybercel, a cel art inspired collectible card. We have a photo opportunity and 16 SDCC exclusive pins available for purchase.

A square image with a pink outline and teal background featuring RSVLTS’ exclusive SDCC merch. Four Disney Animation-themed shirts are denoted to be sold at booth #2044, while four Star Wars-themed shirts are denoted to be sold at booth #2913-L.

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Offer: 20% off total purchase. D23 Gold Members in attendance at SDCC are eligible to receive their exclusive member discount at the RSVLTS booths. Members must present D23 Gold Membership card/credentials at the point of sale to qualify for a discount. One discount per transaction. All SDCC sales are final: No refund or exchanges.

About RSVLTS: After the brand’s San Diego Comic-Con debut in 2022, we’re thrilled to share that RSVLTS will be showing up big this year with two incredible booths: one general (Booth #2044) and a second located within the Star Wars/Lucasfilm Pavilion (Booth #2913-L). Below is a list of exclusive Disney/Star Wars products that will be available throughout SDCC, while supplies last. All items come in RSVLTS KUNUFLEX™ material and are $70 each, available in a classic (unisex) button-down, with select items in women’s button-down style, as well as one item in a button-down roper style…all while supplies last!

List of Disney brand products by booth:

  • RSVLTS General Booth #2044
    • Tropical Mickey – Saturday 7/22 exclusive (includes women’s style)
  • RSVLTS Star Wars/Lucasfilm Pavilion Booth #2913-L
    • Dagobah Drip – Thursday 7/20 exclusive
    • Mythosaur – Friday 7/21 exclusive (roper style)
    • Figure It Out – Saturday 7/22 exclusive (includes women’s style)
    • Party’s Over – Sunday 7/23 exclusive

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All offers are subject to change and up to the sole discretion of the third party. Must be redeemed in-person at San Diego Comic-Con 2023 by presenting your D23 Gold Member card.

Four Fan-tastic New D23 Exclusive Pins!

By Peyton Liebler

Summertime fun is in full swing, and D23 is here to keep the season of the sun shining bright with FOUR exclusive new pins celebrating a summer of beloved stories from yesterday and today. While a few of these exciting pins will evoke classic feelings of summer (like Castaway Cay cruises or a sensational summer camp), others dip their toe into an “unconventional” side of the season (like a mansion of the macabre and even a town full of toons).

No matter how you’re spending your summer, these fabulous D23 Gold Member exclusive pins are must-have collectibles for any fan catching those rays and catching up with some awesome Disney stories.

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Product image of our Disney Cruise Line 25th Anniversary Pin and Backer Card. The pin features the commemorative 25th Anniversary Emblem of Disney Cruise Line, framed by the iconic motifs seen across all Disney Cruise Line ship designs. The backer features a nautical wave design in soft blue and teal.

D23-Exclusive Disney Cruise Line 25th Anniversary Pin
Head out on the high seas and celebrate the silver anniversary of Disney Cruise Line with this amazing pin! This D23 Gold Member exclusive pin is a wonderful “wave” to reflect on 25 years on deck with Disney Cruise Line. The pin features the commemorative 25th Anniversary Emblem of Disney Cruise Line, framed by the iconic motifs seen across all Disney Cruise Line ship designs.

Inspired by the world-renowned experiences and memories of Disney Cruise Line. Since making its maiden voyage with the Disney Magic in 1998, Disney Cruise Line now boasts a fleet of five incredible ships, which sail to storied destinations around the world. Disney Cruise Line has redefined family cruises, with a special combination of unique experiences, memorable encounters, and the magic of Disney on the high seas.

Our D23-Exclusive Disney Cruise Line 25th Anniversary Pin, offered in a limited edition of 1,000, is available to D23 Gold Members at 8 a.m. PT on shopDisney, Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

Available while supplies last. To purchase, you must log in to shopDisney.com with the Disney account tied to D23 Gold Membership. These pins are sold for $18.99 each, plus applicable sales tax. Maximum of two (2) pins of this style for purchase per D23 Gold Member for online orders. Shipping not available to PO boxes; shipping and handling fees may vary for all online orders. Other restrictions may apply. All information is subject to change including, but not limited to, artwork, release dates, editions sizes, and retail prices.

Product image of our Haunted Mansion Pin and Backer Card. The pin features the Mansion itself, and the ghastly Alistair Crump (aka the Hatbox Ghost) beckoning onlookers to join him and the other 999 happy haunts. The backer features a worn texture reminiscent of the dark façade of the Haunted Mansion.

D23-Exclusive Haunted Mansion Pin
Strike up your very own “swinging wake” with this ghoulish delight of a pin! This D23 Gold Member exclusive pin is the best way to call in the spirits with the release of Haunted Mansion. The pin features the mansion itself, and the ghastly Alistair Crump (aka the Hatbox Ghost) beckoning onlookers to join him and the other 999 happy haunts.

Inspired by Haunted Mansion. Taking direction from the classic attraction, Disney’s Haunted Mansion tells the story of a woman and her son who enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters.

Our D23-Exclusive Haunted Mansion Pin, offered in a limited edition of 1,000, is available to D23 Gold Members at 8 a.m. PT on shopDisney, Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

Available while supplies last. To purchase, you must log in to shopDisney.com with the Disney account tied to D23 Gold Membership. These pins are sold for $17.99 each, plus applicable sales tax. Maximum of two (2) pins of this style for purchase per D23 Gold Member for online orders. Shipping not available to PO boxes; shipping and handling fees may vary for all online orders. Other restrictions may apply. All information is subject to change including, but not limited to, artwork, release dates, editions sizes, and retail prices.

Product image of our The Parent Trap (1998) 25th Anniversary Pin and Backer Card. The pin features the insignia of Camp Walden. The backer features a lakeside setting reminiscent of the Camp Walden summer campsite.

D23-Exclusive The Parent Trap (1998) 25th Anniversary Pin
Relive the nostalgia of prank wars, the isolation cabin, and sisterhood with this audacious pin! This D23 Gold Member exclusive pin is the best way to celebrate 25 “Twin-tastic” years of The Parent Trap (1998). The pin features the insignia of Camp Walden—the summer camp where Annie James and Hallie Parker fatefully discovered they’re like, TWINS!

Inspired by the beloved 1998 feature, The Parent Trap. Hallie Parker, a hip Californian, and Annie James, a proper London miss are identical twins who don't even know each other exists—until they accidentally meet at summer camp. Now they’re up to their freckles in schemes and dreams to switch places, get their parents back together, and have the family they’ve always wished for!

Our D23-Exclusive The Parent Trap (1998) 25th Anniversary Pin, offered in a limited edition of 750, is available to D23 Gold Members at 8 a.m. PT on shopDisney, Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

Available while supplies last. To purchase, you must log in to shopDisney.com with the Disney account tied to D23 Gold Membership. These pins are sold for $17.99 each, plus applicable sales tax. Maximum of two (2) pins of this style for purchase per D23 Gold Member for online orders. Shipping not available to PO boxes; shipping and handling fees may vary for all online orders. Other restrictions may apply. All information is subject to change including, but not limited to, artwork, release dates, editions sizes, and retail prices.

Product image of our Who Framed Roger Rabbit 35th Anniversary Jumbo Pin and Backer Card. The pin depicts an advert for Maroon Cartoons, featuring the gruff Baby Herman, the swoon-worthy Jessica Rabbit, and everyone’s favorite funny bunny – Roger Rabbit. The backer features an animated Toontown inspired design.

D23-Exclusive Who Framed Roger Rabbit 35th Anniversary Jumbo Pin
“Toon” into the animated antics and have a laugh with this amazing jumbo pin! This D23 Gold Member exclusive pin is a wacky way to celebrate 35 years of Who Framed Roger Rabbit. It depicts an advert for Maroon Cartoons, featuring the gruff Baby Herman, the swoon-worthy Jessica Rabbit, and everyone’s favorite funny bunny—Roger Rabbit! A must have for any fan wanting to “dip” their toe into the larger-than-life antics of Toontown. 

Inspired by the groundbreaking sensation, Who Framed Roger Rabbit. After Premiering in 1988, this remarkable film wowed audiences the world over, featuring incredible interactions between live-action actors and animated characters that felt incredibly authentic and intentional to any viewer. Since its premiere, it has attracted masses of adoring fans. The film follows the story of Private Investigator, the toon-hating Eddie Valiant, who is tasked with clearing the name of the animated bunny Roger Rabbit. Along the way, Eddie, Roger, and Roger’s beautiful wife Jessica, uncover dangerous secrets of both the animated and the real world, sending them on an unforgettable adventure with an iconic cast of characters.

Our D23-Exclusive Who Framed Roger Rabbit 35th Anniversary Jumbo Pin, offered in a limited edition of 1,000, is available to D23 Gold Members at 8 a.m. PT on shopDisney, Tuesday, July 25, 2023.

Available while supplies last. To purchase, you must log in to shopDisney.com with the Disney account tied to D23 Gold Membership. These pins are sold for $25.99 each, plus applicable sales tax. Maximum of two (2) pins of this style for purchase per D23 Gold Member for online orders. Shipping not available to PO boxes; shipping and handling fees may vary for all online orders. Other restrictions may apply. All information is subject to change including, but not limited to, artwork, release dates, editions sizes, and retail prices.

All these amazing pins will be available next week on Tuesday, July 25 at 8 a.m. PT on shopDisney.com. We can’t wait to see the fun-in-the-sun memories you’ll create with these awesome collectors’ keepsakes!

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Everything to Know about the X-Men Hellfire Gala

By Jocelyn Buhlman

It’s almost time for the most powered-up party of the summer: the X-Men Hellfire Gala! Mutants—and D23 Members—from across the multiverse are gathering this weekend from on-page to in-person in San Diego, CA, for the first time ever... celebrating this year’s X-Men comics Hellfire Gala along with the 60th anniversary of the X-Men! Whether you’re preparing to dazzle with your Dazzler cosplay or are keeping up with the mutant mayhem from home, stay up to date on all things Hellfire Gala with the help of our friends at Marvel.com!

What is the Hellfire Gala?
The Hellfire Gala is the biggest mutant celebration in the Marvel Universe—but what does that mean, exactly? You can read the full comics history of this annual can’t-miss event here, and watch a trailer for the comics’ 2023 Hellfire Gala here.

Where is the Hellfire Gala?
Okay, so we know D23’s real-life Hellfire Gala is happening in San Diego, but where do the mutants gather in the comics to strut their stuff?

Krakoa is a living island that has agreed to be a safe haven for mutants, making it the perfect location for the Hellfire Gala. Called “The Island that Walks Like a Man,” Krakoa is believed to have developed transmutations thanks to nearby nuclear experiments. In the past, Krakoa has battled against our favorite heroes, but now the island has entered a new era of safety for mutantkind. Learn more about the history of Krakoa on Marvel.com, and watch a video about the island here. 

What kind of fashions are worn at the Hellfire Gala?
This is one of the most fashionable events in Marvel Comics, so you just can’t miss the epic looks featured at Galas of Marvel’s past. Check out a gallery of 2022’s Hellfire Gala fashions here, and 2021’s looks here. This year’s Gala doesn’t just include our favorite mutants—Marvel heroes from across the universe are also coming to party, including Spider-Man, Captain Marvel, Moon Knight, and more! Check out a gallery of their best looks here.

For more on past Hellfire Gala fashion, you can check out Marvel.com’s roundup of the X-Men’s most fashionable moments here.

How can I participate from home?
Want to show your super-fly fashion but can’t make it to San Diego? Fear not: Marvel has prepared the perfect alternative: Downloadable video call backgrounds to put you on the green carpet from home! With 13 backgrounds to choose from, you can show off your style, share your allegiance, and be part of the fun no matter where you are.

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Everything New You Can Stream on Disney+ in August 2023

By Emily Hewitt

From the premieres of two Star Wars’ series to the final season of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, Disney+ has a lot in store for August.

On Wednesday, August 2, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures will have new episodes streaming on Disney+. Set during The High Republic, Jedi younglings Kai, Lys, and Nubs are sent by Master Yoda to train at a Jedi temple on the world of Tenoo.

Audiences seeking more Star Wars content won’t have long to wait. On Wednesday, August 23, viewers will be treated to the two-episode premiere of Star Wars: Ahsoka. Set after the fall of the Empire, the show follows the former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy. The third episode of the series will be released on Wednesday, August 30.

Earlier in the month, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series will premiere on Wednesday, August 9, with all episodes of Season 4 available to stream. The final season of the series will center around the Wildcats preparing a stage production of High School Musical 3: Senior Year. Their plans are disrupted whenPrincipal Gutierrez announces that Disney is making the long-awaited High School Musical 4: The Reunionmovie at their beloved high school. 

LEGO® Disney Princess: The Castle Quest will premiere Friday, August 18. In this all-new special, Tiana, Moana, Snow White, Rapunzel, and Ariel are unexpectedly transported to a mysterious castle and discover that Gaston has hatched an evil plan to take over all their kingdoms! The Disney Princesses must work together to tackle challenges and try to save their kingdoms from Gaston.

Ending the month, new episodes of Chip ‘n’ Dale: Park Life Season 2 will be released on Wednesday, August 30. In their big city park, Chip and Dale are as eager as ever to increase their acorn stash but their tumultuous dynamic makes it hard for things to ever go right.

All the titles coming to Disney+ in August are listed below:

Wednesday, August 2
Farm Dreams (Season 1, 6 Episodes)
How Not to Draw Shorts (Season 1, 5 Episodes)
Kiff (Season 1, 4 Episodes)
Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures (New Episodes Streaming)

Friday, August 4
Rio 2

The Season 4 cast of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series sit on a set of wooden bleachers in a classroom. They are smiling at the camera.

Wednesday, August 9
Chibi Tiny Tales Shorts (Season 3, 11 Episodes)
Dino Ranch (Season 2, 9 Episodes)
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (Season 4 Premiere) (All Episodes Streaming)

Friday, August 11
The Amazing Spider-Man 2
Barnyard Olympics
Donald’s Cousin Gus
Donald’s Nephews
Flying Jalopy
Goofy and Wilbur
Mickey’s Steam-Roller 

Wednesday, August 16
Disney Junior Wonderful World of Songs (Season 1, 10 Episodes)
Hamster & Gretel (Season 1, 4 Episodes)
The Villains of Valley View (Season 2, 6 Episodes)
Wicked Tuna (Season 12, 20 Episodes)

Thursday, August 17
The Wonder Years (Season 2, 10 Episodes)

Friday, August 18
LEGO® Disney Princess: The Castle Quest (Premiere) (Special)

Wednesday, August 23
Star Wars: Ahsoka (Premiere) (2 Episodes)

Friday, August 25
Cinderella 4K Remaster
Explorer: Lost in the Arctic

Chip and Dale recline on a stash of acorns on opposite sides of the scene, their eyes closed and broad smiles on their faces. They each hold up an acorn to one another in an apparent toast.

Wednesday, August 30
Kiya & the Kimoja Heroes (Season 1, 6 Episodes)
Pretty Freekin Scary (Season 1, 6 Episodes)
Star Wars: Ahsoka (Episode 3)
Chip ‘n’ Dale: Park Life (Season 2, New Episodes)

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

By Courtney Potter

The weather is warm, the beaches are full, and the grills are ready for all your favorite dishes… but that doesn’t mean there isn’t also time for some quality viewing from around the worlds of Disney! After all, those favorite streaming devices can often go wherever you do! (Although truth be told, who doesn’t love a nice, cool indoor sojourn on the couch after a hot summer day? We’re big fans.) This weekend, we’re heavy on the documentary tip, with a new National Geographic travel series, a look at an incredible true-life jewel thief, a concert by a certain Grammy Award®-winning band, and so much more…

In an image from Never Say Never with Jeff Jenkins, Jenkins hikes in a thickly wooded area near the Lake Tarawera shore in Rotorua, New Zealand. He wears a light purple vest and yellow long-sleeved shirt and is surrounded by beautiful greenery. He looks around in awe.

Never Say Never with Jeff Jenkins—now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu
This amazing new series debuts on both streaming services after premiering on NatGeo last weekend. Travel journalist Jeff Jenkins didn’t step foot on a plane until he was 20 years old—but once he did, he started living by his mantra, “Life begins where your comfort zone ends.” His mission is to inspire those who look like him to travel without fear and push past their perceived limitations to experience everything the world has to offer. Never Say Never follows Jenkins as he travels the world testing the limits of his physical abilities… from attempting to climb 70-foot mountain faces, to rafting class 5 rapids, to sailing in a windstorm at the end of the world. Throughout his global odyssey, Jenkins makes deep connections with locals and learns not just about the world, but also about himself.

In an image from Hulu’s The Jewel Thief, mugshots and various other images and paperwork about criminal master Gerald Blanchard can be seen tacked up onto a corkboard. In many images, he appears quite young. There are a few other unknown people seen in photos as well.

The Jewel Thief—now streaming on Hulu
The Jewel Thief is the unbelievable first-hand account of Gerald Blanchard—one of the most creative, calculating, and accomplished criminal masterminds in modern history. With savant-like skill and a peculiar pride, Blanchard’s decades-long crime spree ranged from shoplifting to bank robbery to the theft of a royal crown jewel. Told through the first-hand account of Blanchard himself and the unlikely Winnipeg detectives who tracked him across the globe, the film presents an offbeat, rollicking journey through a series of increasingly elaborate heists as Blanchard seeks fame and notoriety through a life of crime.

In a promo image from Imagine Dragons Live in Vegas, band members—Dan Reynolds, Wayne Sermon, Ben McKee, and Daniel Platzman—are sitting on stools and wooden boxes. They’re all wearing clothing in whites and browns. They look seriously at the camera. 

Imagine Dragons Live in Vegas—debuts Friday, July 14, on Hulu
Far from the days of playing in dive bars and casinos across the Las Vegas Strip, Imagine Dragons returns home to perform at the city’s largest stage, Allegiant Stadium, in a triumphant concert film that showcases the band’s rise to fame and the city that helped shape their sound. Featuring band members Dan Reynolds, Wayne Sermon, Ben McKee, and Daniel Platzman, and directed and produced by Matt Eastin.

In an image from Disney Branded Television’s SuperKitties, Buddy (voiced by JeCobi Swain), Bitsy (voiced by Pyper Braun), Sparks (voiced by Cruz Flateau), and Ginny (voiced by Emma Berman) stand next to the SuperKitty Kit on a grassy field in front of a row of houses, other buildings, and trees. They are looking intently at the Kit.  

SuperKitties—Friday, July 14, at 8:30 a.m. on Disney Channel and 1:25 p.m. on Disney Junior
The episode’s two stories include: “Lost Spark,” in which Sparks (voiced by Cruz Flateau) falls off his SuperKitty Kit, and the SuperKitties help him get the courage to ride it again; and “Bitsy Bellyache,” where Bitsy (voiced by Pyper Braun) eats too many treats and can’t help the team stop Lab Rat (voiced by Ruth Pferdehirt).

A promotional image for the 2023 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game on ABC. The logo for the game features dice and playing cards—as it’s taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada—surrounding a depiction of the orange and white WNBA basketball. Underneath the game logo are the words “Saturday, July 15, 8:30PM ET.” At the bottom of the image, on the “floor,” are more orange and white basketballs strewn about. Everything is set against a black background.

2023 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game—Saturday, July 15, at 8:30 p.m. ET
AT&T WNBA All-Star 2023 is hosted by the defending champion Las Vegas Aces at the Michelob Ultra Arena. A’ja Wilson of the Las Vegas Aces and Breanna Stewart of the New York Liberty have been selected as captains for the All-Star game for the second consecutive year. Ryan Ruocco, Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo, and Emmy® Award-winning reporter Holly Rowe are on the call for both days of action, with LaChina Robinson hosting studio coverage live from Las Vegas alongside analysts Andraya Cater, Hall of Famer Carolyn Peck, and Ros Gold-Onwude. If you enjoy the sportsball, you’re sure to revel in the incredible WNBA action coming out of Sin City throughout the weekend, on both ABC and ESPN.

Disney Entertainment Earns 163 Primetime Emmy® Award Nominations

Disney Entertainment proudly announces 163 nominations for the 75th Primetime Emmy® Awards across its content brands and studios, including ABC, ABC News Studios, Disney Branded Television, Disney+, Disney Television Studios (20th Television Animation, 20th Television, and ABC Signature), FX, FX Productions, Hulu, National Geographic, Onyx Collective, Searchlight Pictures, Searchlight Television, and Walt Disney Studios (20th Century Studios, Lucasfilm Ltd., Marvel Studios, and Walt Disney Pictures). Disney’s streaming platforms earned a total of 104 nominations, with Hulu and Disney+ receiving 64 and 40 nominations, respectively.

Disney Television Studios’ 54 nominations lead across all Disney content brands and studios. ABC earned 28 nominations—the most of any broadcast network—including Jimmy Kimmel Live!’s 12th consecutive nomination for Outstanding Variety Talk Series. Hulu received a total of 64 nominations between its Hulu Originals and exclusive FX series premiering on the streamer, as well as FX’s Atlanta and The Old Man and ABC and 20th Television’s Abbott Elementarydebuting on the service following their network premieres.

Walt Disney Studios received 40 nominations, including three for Outstanding Television Movie: Prey, which marks 20th Century Studios’ first-ever Emmy nomination; Searchlight Pictures’ Fire Island; and Walt Disney Pictures’ Hocus Pocus 2. Lucasfilm Ltd. received 23 nominations across a record-high four titles: Andor, Light & Magic, The Mandalorian, and Obi-Wan Kenobi, with the latter marking the Studio’s first-ever limited series nomination. Overall, Disney+ earned 40 nominations, including three for Marvel Studios’ Ms. Marvel.

Disney Branded Television received eight nominations, including Outstanding Variety Special (Live) for Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium. The latter special and Dancing with the Stars are the first live programs streaming on Disney+ to receive Emmy nominations, with Disney Legend Elton John becoming one step closer to completing his EGOT and judge Derek Hough now having the most Emmy nominations for choreography. John previously won Grammy®, Oscar®, and Tony® awards for his Disney-produced content.

FX received 37 nominations in total. The Bear’s 13 nominations beat FX’s record for a freshman comedy series, including first-ever nominations for creator Christopher Storer and performers Jeremy Allen White, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Ayo Edebiri, and Jon Bernthal. Welcome to Wrexham—FX’s first foray into reality series—received six nominations, including the first-ever Emmy nominations for both Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

National Geographic earned eight nominations, including Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series for Secrets of the Elephants and Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking for The Territory.

ABC News received its first-ever Primetime Emmy Award nominations for Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields and ABC News Studios’ and Onyx Collective’s Aftershock. Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields was nominated for two awards, Outstanding Directing for a Documentary Nonfiction Program and Outstanding Picture Editing for a Nonfiction Program, while Aftershock was nominated for Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking.

The Hulu Original Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi received its first series nomination, while Padma Lakshmi currently holds 13 nominations. Mel Brooks received his 14th overall Primetime Emmy nomination; he is nominated for Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance for 20th Television and Searchlight Television’s History of the World, Part II. Martin Short received his 15th Emmy nomination and his second nomination in the Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series category for 20th Television’s Only Murders in the Building; Ingrid Michaelson not only received her second Emmy nomination overall, but her second nomination for a Hulu miniseries, with ABC Signature’s Tiny Beautiful Things.

In its first year of eligibility, Onyx Collective received four Emmy nominations, owing to its new slate of television programming for Hulu. Three of those nominations are for the Hulu Original The 1619 Project (Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series, Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program, and Outstanding Picture Editing for Nonfiction Program). The fourth nomination is for ABC News Studios and Hulu Originals’ Aftershock.

Searchlight Pictures’ Fire Island was also nominated in the Outstanding Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie category, while Searchlight Television earned two nominations for History of the World, Part II: Outstanding Picture Editing for Variety Programming and Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance for Brooks.

A comprehensive list of all Disney Entertainment nominations follows:

The Bear (FX/Hulu)
13 Nominations

  • Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series – “Review”
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Single-Camera Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series – Jeremy Allen White
  • Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series – Ebon Moss-Bachrach
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series – Ayo Edebiri
  • Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series – Jon Bernthal
  • Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series – Oliver Platt
  • Outstanding Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation
  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation
  • Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series – “System”

Only Murders in the Building (Hulu/20th Television)
11 Nominations

  • Outstanding Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series – Martin Short
  • Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series – Nathan Lane
  • Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series – “I Know Who Did It”
  • Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Contemporary Costumes for a Series
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Single-Camera Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Contemporary Hairstyling
  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy ir Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation

The Mandalorian (Disney+/Lucasfilm Ltd.)
9 Nominations

  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes
  • Outstanding Period and/or Character Hairstyling
  • Outstanding Period and/or Character Makeup (Non-Prosthetic)
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) And Animation
  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) And Animation
  • Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Season or a Movie
  • Outstanding Stunt Coordination for a Drama Series, Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Stunt Performance

Abbott Elementary (ABC/20th Television)
8 Nominations

  • Outstanding Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series – Quinta Brunson
  • Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series – Tyler James Williams
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series – Janelle James
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series – Sheryl Lee Ralph
  • Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series – Taraji P. Henson
  • Outstanding Casting for a Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Contemporary Hairstyling

Andor (Disney+/Lucasfilm Ltd.)
8 Nominations

  • Outstanding Drama Series
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (One Hour)
  • Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series – “Rix Road”
  • Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score)
  • Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (One Hour)
  • Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Season or a Movie
  • Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series – “One Way Out”

Fleishman Is in Trouble (FX/ABC Signature/Hulu)
7 Nominations

  • Outstanding Casting for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Contemporary Costumes for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – “Me Time”
  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Lizzy Caplan
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Claire Danes
  • Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
  • Outstanding Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – “Me Time”

Prey (Hulu/20th Century Studios)
6 Nominations

  • Outstanding Television Movie
  • Outstanding Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Music Composition for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special (Original Dramatic Score)
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special
  • Outstanding Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

Welcome to Wrexham (FX)
6 Nominations

  • Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Reality Program
  • Outstanding Directing for a Reality Program – “Wide World of Wales”
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for an Unstructured Reality Program
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Nonfiction or Reality Program (Single or Multi-Camera)
  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Reality Program (Single or Multi-Camera)

Obi-Wan Kenobi (Disney+/Lucasfilm Ltd.)
5 Nominations

  • Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
  • Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special
  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

 Welcome to Chippendales (Hulu/20th Television)
5 Nominations

  • Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Kumail Nanjiani
  • Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Murray Bartlett
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Annaleigh Ashford
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Juliette Lewis
  • Outstanding Period Costumes for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

Bad Sisters (ABC Signature)
4 Nominations

  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series – Sharon Horgan
  • Outstanding Casting for a Drama Series
  • Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series – Dearbhla Walsh
  • Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series – Sharon Horgan, Dave Finkel, Brett Baer

Encanto at The Hollywood Bowl (Disney+/Disney Branded Television)
4 Nominations

  • Outstanding Production Design for a Variety Special
  • Outstanding Choreography for Variety or Reality Programming – Jamal Sims
  • Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction for a Variety Special
  • Outstanding Technical Direction and Camerawork for a Special

The Oscars (ABC)
4 Nominations

  • Outstanding Variety Special (Live)
  • Outstanding Directing for a Variety Special – Glenn Weiss
  • Outstanding Production Design for a Variety Special
  • Outstanding Music Direction

What We Do in the Shadows (FX/FX Productions)
4 Nominations

  • Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Single-Camera Comedy Series
  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation

Dancing with the Stars (Disney+)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Choreography for Variety or Reality Programming – Derek Hough
  • Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction for a Variety Series
  • Outstanding Technical Direction And Camerawork for a Series

Elton John Live: Farewell from Dodger Stadium (Disney+/Disney Branded Television)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Variety Special (Live)
  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Variety Series or Special
  • Outstanding Technical Direction and Camerawork for a Special

Hocus Pocus 2 (Disney+/Walt Disney Pictures)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Television Movie
  • Outstanding Fantasy/Sci-Fi Costumes
  • Outstanding Music Composition for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special (Original Dramatic Score)

How I Met Your Father (Hulu/20th Television)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Production Design for a Narrative Program (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (Half-Hour)
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Multi-Camera Comedy Series

Jeopardy! (ABC)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Game Show
  • Outstanding Host for a Game Show – Mayim Bialik
  • Outstanding Host for a Game Show – Ken Jennings

Ms. Marvel (Disney+/Marvel Studios)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
  • Outstanding Music Composition for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special (Original Dramatic Score)
  • Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music 

The 1619 Project (Hulu/Onyx Collective)
3 Nominations

  • Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Nonfiction Program

The Territory (National Geographic)
3 Nominations

  • Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program
  • Outstanding Directing for a Documentary/Nonfiction Program

American Idol (ABC)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Technical Direction and Camerawork for a Series
  • Outstanding Lighting Design/Lighting Direction for a Variety Series

Beauty and The Beast: A 30th Celebration (ABC)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Choreography for Variety or Reality Programming – Routine: Rose Petal Suite Pt. I
  • Outstanding Choreography for Variety or Reality Programming – Routine: Be Our Guest

Dear Mama (FX)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series
  • Outstanding Writing for a Nonfiction Program – “Panther Power” 

Family Feud (ABC)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Game Show
  • Outstanding Host for a Game Show

Fire Island (Hulu/Searchlight Pictures)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Television Movie
  • Outstanding Writing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

History of the World, Part II (Hulu/20th Television/Searchlight Television)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance – Mel Brooks
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for Variety Programming

Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC/ABC Signature)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Talk Series
  • Outstanding Directing for a Variety Series – Andy Fisher

Life Below Zero (National Geographic)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Reality Program
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for an Unstructured Reality Program

Pretty Baby: Brooke Shields (Hulu/ABC News Studios)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Directing for a Documentary/Nonfiction Program – Lana Wilson
  • Outstanding Picture Editing for a Nonfiction Program

Secrets of the Elephants (National Geographic)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program

The Old Man (FX/20th Television)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series – Jeff Bridges
  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (One Hour) – “I”

Tiny Beautiful Things (Hulu/ABC Signature)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Kathryn Hahn
  • Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie – Merritt Wever 

Wheel of Fortune (ABC)
2 Nominations

  • Outstanding Game Show
  • Outstanding Host for a Game Show – Pat Sajak

A Small Light (National Geographic/ABC Signature)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Music Composition for a Limited or Anthology Series, Movie or Special (Original Dramatic Score)

Aftershock (Hulu/Onyx Collective/ABC News Studios)
1 Nomination

  • Exceptional Merit in Documentary Filmmaking

American Horror Stories (FX/Hulu/20th Television)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Contemporary Makeup (Non-Prosthetic)

Atlanta (FX/FX Productions)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Series (Half-Hour) – “Andrew Wyeth. Alfred’s World”

Bob’s Burgers (20th Television Animation)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Animated Program

Bono & The Edge: A Sort of Homecoming with Dave Letterman (Disney+/Disney Branded Television)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Sound Mixing for a Variety Series or Special

Family Guy (20th Television Animation)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Character Voice-Over Performance – Alex Borstein

Five Days at Memorial (ABC Signature)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Special Visual Effects in a Single Episode

Light & Magic (Disney+/Lucasfilm Ltd.)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Music Composition for a Documentary Series or Special (Original Dramatic Score) 

Norman Lear: 100 Years of Music & Laughter (ABC)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Variety Special (Pre-Recorded) 

Only Murders In The Building: One Killer Question (Hulu/20th Television)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Short Form Comedy, Drama or Variety Series

Reservation Dogs (FX/Hulu/FX Productions)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Sound Editing for a Comedy or Drama Series (Half-Hour) and Animation

The Boston Strangler (Hulu/20th Century Studios)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Cinematography for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

The Great (Hulu)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Period Costumes for a Series

The Handmaid’s Tale (Hulu)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series – Elisabeth Moss

The Rookie (ABC Signature)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Stunt Coordination for a Drama Series, Limited or Anthology Series or Movie

The Simpsons (20th Television Animation)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Animated Program

Shark Tank (ABC)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Structured Reality Program

Taste the Nation with Padma Lakshmi (Hulu)
1 Nomination

  • Outstanding Hosted Nonfiction Series or Special