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

By Andie Hagemann

Cancel your other plans because the content coming to your TV (and assorted streaming devices) this weekend is jam-packed with thrilling galactic adventures and heartwarming classics. In celebration of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opening at Walt Disney World Resort, binge both Guardians of the Galaxy films. Meanwhile, the Day of Unity is finally here in Saturday’s season finale of The Owl House, and don’t miss Lilo & Stitch, airing later that day. On Sunday, watch the live-action adaption of The Jungle Book and High School Musical 2!

Gamora (Zoe Saldana), Peter Quill aka Star-Lord (Chris Pratt), Drax (Dave Bautista), Groot (voiced by Vin Diesel), and Rocket (voiced by Bradley Cooper) stand before the Sovereign people in Marvel Studios’ Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.

Guardians of the Galaxy and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2—Available on Disney+
With new family-thrill coaster Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind opening this weekend at EPCOT, assemble your own ragtag crew for a Guardians of the Galaxy double feature! In the first film, space ravager Peter Quill aka Star-Lord (Chris Pratt) is forced to evade a group of ruthless bounty hunters after he steals an orb coveted by the evil Ronan (Lee Pace). To escape Ronan, Quill teams ups with four misfits: Rocket Raccoon (voiced by Bradley Cooper), Groot (voiced by Vin Diesel), Gamora (Zoe Saldana), and Drax the Destroyer (Dave Bautista). However, once he discovers the orb’s powers, he rallies the crew to save the universe. The sequel finds Peter and his fellow Guardians hired to protect the Sovereign, a powerful alien race from invaders. After it’s revealed Rocket has stolen the items they were instructed to guard, the Sovereign unleashes its army in search of vengeance. Meanwhile, Peter’s mysterious origins are revealed. Disney Legend Kurt Russell stars as Ego in this action-packed adventure.

Luz (voiced by Sarah-Nicole Robles) stands excitedly inside large metal doors in the season finale of the animated series The Owl House.

The Owl House—Saturday, May 28, at 9 a.m. ET/PT on Disney Channel
The second season concludes with the long-awaited Day of Unity. Will everything go according to Emperor Belos’ plan or will Luz (voiced by Sarah-Nicole Robles) be transported back to the human side?

Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders) plays in the sand in the animated film Lilo & Stitch.

Lilo & Stitch—Saturday, May 28, at 7 p.m. ET/PT on Freeform
The heartwarming animated classic follows a young Hawaiian girl named Lilo (voiced by Daveigh Chase), who adopts what she assumes is just an ugly dog. Lilo names the ambiguous creature Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders), and he instantly becomes the perfect companion… except for the fact that he’s actually a mischievous genetic experiment who escaped from an alien planet! While Stitch evades the crew tasked to retrieve him, he bonds with Lilo and becomes the best friend she’s always wanted.

Mowgli (Neel Sethi) huddles inside a cave full of baboons in the live-action adaptation of The Jungle Book.

The Jungle Book (2016)—Sunday, May 29, at 10:15 a.m. ET/PT, on Freeform
Directed by Disney Legend Jon Favreau, the live-action adaptation of the Disney classic follows Mowgli (Neel Sethi), a young boy raised by a family of wolves since birth. Mowgli is forced to leave the only home he’s ever known after a threat from the ferocious tiger Shere Khan (voiced by Idris Elba). A panther named Bagheera (voiced by Ben Kingsley) and Baloo (voiced by Bill Murray), a free-spirited bear, look after Mowgli as they embark on an epic journey, meeting a slew of animals along the way.

Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens) and Troy (Zac Efron) dance inside a classroom celebrating the start of summer vacation during the opening musical number of High School Musical 2.

High School Musical 2—Sunday, May 29, at 5 p.m. ET/PT, on Disney Channel
What time is it? Summertime! Well… almost. The East High kids are ready for fun in the sun. However, they’re all broke. Sharpay (Ashley Tisdale) persuades her family’s country club to hire Troy (Zac Efron), and the basketball star hilariously brings along the entire Wildcat crew, Gabriella (Vanessa Hudgens) included, to be his coworkers.

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In Star Wars: A New Hope, what animal call does Obi-Wan Kenobi mimic to scare off the Tusken Raiders attacking Luke?

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Before rescuing Luke from the Tusken Raiders, Obi-Wan mimics the call of (B) a Krayt Dragon to frighten the raiders away.

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Celebrate the Return of Fantasmic! at Disneyland Resort with This Illuminating Quiz

By Alison Stateman

Disneyland Park guests will be treated to the return of Disney’s popular and longest-running nighttime spectacular Fantasmic! in just a few days’ time. Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, the emotional extravaganza will once again feature an array of colorful Disney animated film images, choreographed to an exciting musical score, highlighted by an iconic 45-feet tall fire-breathing Maleficent dragon!

Ahead of its return to Disneyland Resort on Saturday, May 28, we offer you a chance to test your knowledge with this illuminating quiz.

When did Fantasmic! officially premiere to the Disneyland public?

Correct! Wrong!

How long does the dragon light the Rivers of America on fire for?

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At the beginning of the show, two light towers appear on either side of the main stage. During the day, these towers rest 26 feet underground. During the show, how high do they rise?

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How much does the dragon weigh?

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How many times has Fantasmic! been performed since its premiere?

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Celebrate the Return of Fantasmic! at Disneyland Resort with This Illuminating Quiz
Nothing is more powerful than the imagination... and we imagine you’ll do better the next time you take this quiz!
Were you pulled into the Magic Mirror, too? Because your knowledge of Fantasmic! truly sparkles!

 

Inside Grey’s Anatomy’s Landmark 400th Episode—and Its Future

By Zach Johnson

After 18 seasons, Grey’s Anatomy remains in excellent health.

The ABC series is the longest-running primetime medical drama in history, and on Thursday, May 26, at 8 p.m. ET/PT, the series will reach a major milestone when it airs its 400th episode. Created by Shonda Rhimes, ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy has been must-see TV ever since its debut in 2005, and Krista Vernoff—who took over as showrunner in 2017—has been there for nearly every ferry accident, hospital explosion, and plane crash that brought patients to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital (née Seattle Grace Mercy West Hospital). Ahead of the landmark episode—which is one-half of the two-part Season 18 finale—Vernoff revealed the secret to Grey’s Anatomy’s sustained success, teased the return of fan-favorite characters, and repeatedly praised the cast and crew.

As Richard Webber, James Pickens Jr. is one of the few original cast members of ABC’s award-winning, critically acclaimed drama Grey’s Anatomy to remain with the show throughout its 18 seasons.

D23: Producing 400 episodes is no small feat! How are you able to keep things feeling fresh so that the actors and the viewers remain engaged week-to-week?
Krista Vernoff (KV): We have a tremendous writing staff. We also have several doctors on staff and on call. We bring in experts in many different fields to come talk in the writers room each year. We pull from what inspires us. If it inspires us, there’s a good chance it will also inspire viewers.

D23: What does this landmark episode mean to you, as well as to the cast and crew?
KV: It’s just kind of mind-blowing. We’ve been doing this for almost two full decades now, and the fact that the show still means so much to so many people, that matters to us. The idea that what we are doing has a real impact on people‘s minds and hearts… That’s what keeps us going.

D23: We know former cast members Sarah Drew and Jesse Williams are back for the 400th episode. What can you share about bringing back Drs. April Kepner and Jackson Avery? 
KV: It’s the 400th episode, so we knew we needed some great guest stars. Somehow, miraculously, Sarah and Jesse were both available and happy to come make it work. It was great to see them, and we know fans will be thrilled to see them, too!

Original cast member Chandra Wilson has received a Screen Actors Guild Award, a People’s Choice Award, a Prism Award, and three NAACP Image Awards, in addition to four Emmy® Award nominations, for her portrayal of Dr. Miranda Bailey.

D23: Kate Walsh recently reprised her role as Dr. Addison Montgomery. What’s the secret to creating an environment in which cast members are always willing to return?
KV: We write the show from character first rather than from plot. That gives the actors something to really sink their teeth into. When an actor has lived out a character who is rich and full and complex, they’re usually happy to come back and visit!

D23: Ellen Pompeo, Chandra Wilson, and James Pickens Jr. are the only actors who have starred in every season. What’s in store for their characters in the 400th episode?
KV: The 400th episode is dramatic! We were lucky enough to have the 400th episode fall on the season finale, so we pulled out all the stops. You have to tune in to see how it all plays out!

D23: Out of all the stories Grey’s Anatomy told across 18 seasons, which do you hold nearest and dearest to your heart? Which episodes do fans still bring up to you?
KV: The one that is nearest to my heart is the death of George O’Malley‘s father [Season 3, Episode 12], because it was very autobiographical for me. And the one that the fans still bring up to me is the death of Denny Duquette [Season 2, Episode 27]!

D23: What can you tease about the upcoming 19th season?
KV: I’m gathering with the writers next week. Everyone just had a well-earned break, so I can’t give you much about season 19 yet—but I can tell you that we’ve got a tremendously talented group of writers, so it’s gonna be great!

D23: Is there anything you want to tell fans as the 400th episode approaches?
KV: We are so grateful for your continued passion. We are blown away by the folks have been with us from the beginning and still show up week after week, and also by the new generation who found us on Netflix! We don’t take any of it for granted. Thank you for watching!

Saluting Goofy Through the Decades

By Courtney Potter

Lovable, good-natured, and (let’s face it) hilariously accident prone, Goofy is a stalwart friend—and proof that good things do ultimately come to those who try, try again. The animated character who’d become Goofy made his very first appearance on May 25, 1932, in the Mickey Mouse cartoon Mickey’s Revue. Audiences had to keep their eyes peeled, though; the character, who isn’t onscreen for very long, is a member of the audience memorably cheering on Mickey’s musical comedy. But he obviously made an impact, as he’s gone on to an incredible 90 years of mirth and merriment—onscreen (the name “Goofy” officially kicked off with his first starring role in an animated short: 1939’s Goofy and Wilbur); within the panels of comic books; inside Disney parks around the world; in video games; and so much more!

To celebrate Goofy’s nine decades of fun, we’ve rounded up some favorite stills of Goofy’s adventures through the years. Did yours make the cut?

...And keep the Goofy gaiety going by checking out some goof-tastic animated shorts and features on Disney+!

Goofy’s Glider (1940) — Goofy tries to demonstrate glider-flying, but is unsuccessful—until finally, a cannon does the job, shooting him into orbit!
How to Play Baseball (1942) — After a few other successful shorts in which Goofy demonstrated how—or maybe how not—to do something, it became a series. How to Play Baseball finds Goofy illustrating the game by playing all the positions on both teams and displaying the different types of pitching, accompanied by an offscreen narrator.
Hold That Pose (1950) — Goofy buys photographic equipment for his fun new hobby, and eagerly goes out to find a subject—which turns out to be a bear. But he so annoys the bear with the flash that it chases him all the way back to his apartment.
Aquamania (1961) — Nominated for an Academy Award®, this animated short finds Goofy demonstrating the art of water-skiing. After all manner of misadventures, including encountering an octopus and (somehow) a roller coaster, he manages to win a championship race.
Mickey’s Christmas Carol (1983) — Goofy costars in this animated feature, based on Charles Dickens’ classic yuletide tale, as Jacob Marley’s ghost—warning Ebenezer Scrooge (in this instance, Scrooge McDuck) what fate awaits him should he not change his miserly ways.
Goof Troop (1992) — Goofy hit the big time with this Disney Channel series that chronicled the heartwarming misadventures of his struggles to raise son Max in 1990s suburbia.
A Goofy Movie (1995) — A feature film spin-off from Goof Troop, this fan favorite follows Max and Goofy as they go on what’s supposed to be a fishing trip, with plentiful father-son bonding time... only Max has other plans, all to impress his girlfriend Roxanne. Chaos, but ultimately happiness, ensues.
An Extremely Goofy Movie (2000) — In the sequel to A Goofy Movie, Goofy enrolls in college with Max... but brings his 1970s collegiate notions with him. When he teams up with a like-minded school librarian, the disco lights and mood rings swing back to action on campus!
Kingdom Hearts (2002) — Goofy costars as a captain of the royal knights in this action and role-playing video game series, which features tons of Disney characters and situations. The popular game was developed by Square Enix and Disney Interactive Studios, and debuted in the U.S. in 2002.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (2006) — The “Sensational Six,” including Goofy, star in this CG-animated Disney Channel series for preschoolers, designed to encourage problem solving and promote early math skills.
How to Hook Up Your Home Theater (2007) — Goofy makes his way back to the big screen (and the “How To” series) with this animated short, in which our enthusiastic but clueless friend is confronted by a huge instruction manual for his new home theater setup—and has to deal with a truly gargantuan universal remote and a spaghetti of multicolored cables! Directed by Kevin Deters and Stevie Wermers (Prep & Landing).
How to Stay at Home (2021) — During the COVID-19 pandemic, iconic Disney animator Eric Goldberg created several brand-new, hand-drawn Goofy shorts for a three-episode Disney+ series called How to Stay at Home. We follow along as Goofy learns how best to wear a mask; how to cook a unique meal; and how to binge-watch a favorite show while still trying to complete some other tasks.
Mickey Mouse Funhouse (2021) — Goofy is part of Disney Junior’s latest whimsical animated series featuring Funny, an enchanted talking funhouse who leads Mickey and his pals on imaginative adventures. The series’ most recent special finds Mickey, Minnie, and friends joining legendary pirate Captain Salty Bones on a big treasure hunt!

The Bob’s Burger Movie Stars Dish on the Belcher Family’s Big Screen Debut

By Andie Hagemann

The Belcher family is ready to get the patty started!

The zany animated family will make their big screen debut when 20th Century Studios’ The Bob’s Burgers Movie premieres exclusively in theaters on Friday, May 27. An adaptation of the long-running Emmy®-winning series, the animated feature film is full of musical numbers, adventure, mystery, and hysterical hijinks.

The story begins when a ruptured water main creates an enormous sinkhole right in front of Bob’s Burgers, blocking the entrance indefinitely and ruining the Belchers’ plans for a successful summer. While Bob (voiced by H. Jon Benjamin) and Linda (voiced by John Roberts) struggle to keep the business afloat, the kids try to solve a mystery that could save their family’s restaurant.

Tina Belcher (voiced by Dan Mintz), Gene Belcher (voiced by Eugene Mirman, and Louise Belcher (voiced by Kristen Schaal) investigate the giant sinkhole at night in 20th Century Studios’ The Bob’s Burgers Movie.

All your burning questions will be answered in The Bob’s Burgers Movie, including the elusive backstory behind Louise Belcher’s beloved pink bunny ears. “I did feel honored that Louise would have such a heavy storyline throughout this very special event,” Kristen Schaal (voice of Louise) said during a virtual press junket. “This is something that a lot of the fans and I have been waiting for.” Meanwhile the other Belcher siblings are consumed with big life moments of their own. Tina (voiced by Dan Mintz) can’t decide if she wants to ask Jimmy Jr. (voiced by Benjamin) to be her summer boyfriend, while Gene (voiced by Eugene Mirman) is eager to take his musical career to the next level. “He is very excited to try to put on a big show and also enthrall the world with his innovation in music,” Mirman added.

Music is a huge part of The Bob’s Burgers Movie. Director, writer, and producer Loren Bouchard said the musical numbers were a perfect way to make the film feel big and spectacle-like to differentiate it from the TV series. Fan favorite Easter eggs, like the infamous “Burger of the Day” board, will of course have prominence in the feature film. “In the movie, there’s one on the board and then there’s one mentioned in the very first scene that basically gives birth to the entire first number,” Bouchard said. “The first song all comes from Linda pitching to Bob a very long burger of the day name—which feels like our daily life [brainstorming burger names].”

Linda Belcher (voiced by John Roberts) wears a burger costume with a red bikini with white polka dots on top in 20th Century Studios’ The Bob’s Burgers Movie.

The inspiration behind those sizzling dance moves throughout The Bob’s Burgers Movie came from none other than writer and producer Nora Smith. Bouchard said, “Nora would videotape herself dancing in her kitchen and Bernard could take that and draw it so beautifully. All the dancing you see comes from these two right here; no training.” Smith interjected, “I forced a lot of me dancing on people. I’ve filmed a lot of videos… and I try to never watch them again.”

While the film includes plenty of nods to the TV series, if you’re new to the Bob’s Burgers universe, there’s no need to binge all 12 seasons before seeing the movie. “We knew that we had to try to make our fans happy and make people who are not our fans, but are perfectly fine people as well, happy,” Smith said. “We were trying to not make it too chock-full of inside references and we wanted people to come at it fresh and still enjoy all the characters.”

Bob Belcher (voiced by H. Jon Benjamin) gazes at a burger in his kitchen at Bob’s Burgers in 20th Century Studios’ The Bob’s Burgers Movie.

Adapting the hit series to the big screen was no easy task. Smith and director Bernard Derriman admitted they were initially reluctant to pursue the feature film knowing they would need to work on both projects simultaneously. “Making the show is a full-time job, and then we were making a movie along with it,” Smith added. “We wanted to keep working on the show in a way where we were focused on it, and it was still good. We didn’t want one to suffer because of the other.” Derriman recalled when the creators of The Simpsons aired their grievances about working on simultaneous projects, and he didn’t want Bob’s Burgers to follow that same path.

For the TV series, the filmmakers have only a couple of weeks at a time to focus on an episode since each season contains 22 episodes. However, despite being stretched thin with dual projects, they were able to enhance the animation, music, storylines, and other details for the movie as they had four years to work on it. The 90-minute movie also afforded them additional time to incorporate all of the ideas they’ve had for the series over the years. “All the stuff that we’ve always wanted to do on the show, we were able to do now in the movie,” said Derriman.

The Bob’s Burgers Movie is only in theaters May 27.

The Cast of Hollywood Stargirl Celebrate Their Stellar Sequel on the Red Carpet

By Sarah Sterling 

On Monday, the cast and crew of the whimsical sequel to 2020’s Stargirl, walked the red carpet at the historic El Capitan Theatre for the world premiere of Hollywood Stargirl. The film follows the eccentric and lovable Susan “Stargirl” Caraway (Grace VanderWaal) as she moves from Mica, Arizona, to Los Angeles with her mother (Judy Greer). She quickly befriends two aspiring filmmakers, Evan and Terrell (Elijah Richardson and Tyrel Jackson Williams), who cast Stargirl in their independent film. Along the way, Stargirl meets one of her musical idols, Roxanne Martell (Uma Thurman), and becomes inspired to write her own original music. The city pushes Stargirl to dream bigger than ever before, so it was fitting to have the world premiere of Hollywood Stargirl in the heart of Hollywood at one of the most iconic theaters in Los Angeles!

Grace VanderWaal smiles on the red carpet in front of a large poster of herself in Hollywood Stargirl. She has her short blond hair pulled back and is wearing a white off-the-shoulder dress and large gold accessories.

The multi-talented Grace VanderWaal returns to play the titular role and wrote an original song, “Figure It Out” for Hollywood Stargirl. “It was very nerve-wracking. I’ve never been asked and prompted to write a song before, so I was very nervous, but I love the way it turned out,” VanderWaal says of “Figure It Out.” She explains that Hollywood Stargirl shows a different side to her character, one where she is “thinking about what she wants in life and prioritizing her wants.”

Director and co-writer Julia Hart and writer Jordan Horowitz pose together on the red carpet. Horowitz is wearing a scale-patterned button-up sweater and Hart is wearing a sparkly, holographic matching pant and vest set.

Julia Hart returned to direct Hollywood Stargirl and expressed her gratitude for being able to make the Stargirl sequel. “Making the first movie was the best experience I’ve had in this industry. I was really excited that we had an opportunity to do something more original – still based on Stargirl, and obviously having Grace as Stargirl at the center of it, but that really could be our own original story to surround her with new characters in a new setting.” Hollywood Stargirl is a completely new story that diverges from author Jerry Spinelli’s sequel to the 2000 novel. However, Spinelli serves as one of Hollywood Stargirl’s executive producers and Hart and writer Jordan Horowitz’s script is sure to delight readers.

Co-composers Duncan Blickenstaff and Rob Simonsen. Blickenstaff is wearing a blue button-up shirt and black blazer. Simonsen has on an artistically patterned button-up and textured gray blazer with black trim.

Disney fans will appreciate Hollywood Stargirl’s composers, Rob Simonsen and Duncan Blickenstaff, who are Disney aficionados themselves. Simonsen wrote the score for the first Stargirl, as well as films including 500 Days of Summer and Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Simonsen and Blickenstaff have collaborated many times, but this is Blickenstaff’s first film as co-composer. When asked which Disney film scores are their personal favorites, Simonsen did not hesitate to name drop legendary composer, George Bruns. “The Jungle Book…and Sleeping Beauty. George Bruns was the same composer and he adapted Tchaikovsky’s music for Sleeping Beauty. There’s such a nostalgia in those films and the classic orchestration and arrangement, especially in the Jungle Book with the blend of jazz, I just geek out. I love those scores.” Blickenstaff added, “For me, it’s got to be The Lion King. Hans Zimmer won an Oscar for that and the whole experience is amazing.”

Stream Stargirl on Disney+

Please enjoy a gallery of images from the world premiere below! Hollywood Stargirl debuts on Disney+ on June 3. Prepare for this effervescent sequel by streaming Stargirl and keep reading D23.com for updates on all the most anticipated Disney movies.

Marvel Avengers Campus to Welcome New Recruits This July at Disneyland Paris

By Zach Johnson

Incoming transmission from Mr. Stark...

Our friends at Disneyland Paris just announced Marvel Avengers Campus will open on July 20, 2022! Marvel Avengers Campus is an entirely reimagined universe dedicated to discovering, recruiting, and training the next generation of heroes. Are you ready to team up with the Avengers and their allies, sling webs like Spider-Man, fly into space with Iron Man and Captain Marvel, and suit up and re-fuel in true Super Hero fashion?

The answer, of course, is YEESSSSSSS! (Please read that in Thor’s voice.)

Opening as part of the 30th Anniversary celebration of Disneyland Paris, Marvel Avengers Campus is a key part of Walt Disney Studios Park’s multi-year transformation. Avengers Campus was created by Tony Stark himself to discover, recruit, and train the next generation of Super Heroes. For the first time, recruits will be empowered to take an active role alongside Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. Walt Disney Imagineering teams in Paris and around the world have been working side-by-side with teams that brought the Avengers films, television series, and comics to life. Together, they designed and created a brand-new place in the Marvel multiverse that champions the inner Super Hero that lives in all of us—and soon, you can take the next step in your heroic journey!

Recruits can meet Spider-Man, Iron Man, or Captain Marvel in the Training Center, a new dedicated building unique to Avengers Campus in Disneyland Paris.

Heroic Encounters

Recruits will have the opportunity to meet Spider-Man, Iron Man, or Captain Marvel in a new dedicated building unique to Avengers Campus in Disneyland Paris: the Training Center! For the first time in a Disney Park, a dynamic “freeze frame” video sequence, created by Disney PhotoPass with 27 cameras all around the action, will capture your meetings with Captain Marvel or Iron Man and turn them into unforgettable moments. These unique encounters will be available to book via the Disneyland Paris mobile app.

In other words, it’s time to start practicing your Super Hero poses!

Encounter the Dora Milaje, Thor, and more Super Heroes outdoors at Marvel Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris.

New recruits of all ages will get to encounter heroes outdoors throughout their visit in more interactive and exciting ways than ever before. For example, you will get the chance to train with Black Panther’s loyal protectors, the Dora Milaje, and learn from the warriors of Wakanda about what it’s like to be a member of this elite royal guard.  Plus, you’ll be invited to join an interactive dance-off with Star Lord and Gamora from the Guardians of the Galaxy. And the Gateway Portal will offer you the chance to capture the moment when you meet one of the many Super Heroes of Avengers Campus.

F.R.I.D.A.Y., the artificial intelligence designed by Tony Stark, will look for and interact with the Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. Uploaded to the building façade of the Avengers Assemble: Flight Force building—aka Avengers Headquarters—F.R.I.D.A.Y. will welcome recruits to the Campus, monitor it for threats, and signal the Avengers’ arrivals and departures. F.R.I.D.AY.’s presence will be exclusive to Disneyland Paris.

Exclusive to Disneyland Paris, Avengers Assemble: Flight Force is a high-speed roller coaster that teams recruits up with Captain Marvel and Iron Man.

Action-Packed Adventures

Also exclusive to Disneyland Paris, Avengers Assemble: Flight Force is a high-speed roller coaster that teams recruits up with Captain Marvel and Iron Man! Recruits will be briefed by Iron Man and equipped with a brand-new Mark 80 armor exclusively designed for his missions at Avengers Campus. With no time to waste, they will join Captain Marvel and Iron Man on a high-speed mission, flying through outer space in a vehicle that Tony has armed with a homing device to lure the threat away from Earth!

Brie Larson is reprising her role as Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel in Avengers Assemble: Flight Force—and she shared the good news herself in a video message (below)! As for the thrill ride, it features a high-speed launch of that goes from 0 to 60 mph in less than three seconds, three inversions, two rollover loops, and one corkscrew! Iron Man in Avengers Assemble: Flight Force is a new generation Audio-Animatronic© figure exclusive to Disneyland Paris and the first Avenger Audio-Animatronic in a Disney Park.

Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure gives web-slinging superpowers to recruits of all ages. Join Spider-Man in helping to capture the rogue Spider-Bots—Peter Parker’s robot sidekicks—before they wreak havoc on the Campus. Through specially designed, innovative technology that recognizes body movements and gestures, you’ll reach out your hands and sling webs from your wrists, just like Spider-Man! As the WEB Slinger vehicles progress and the mission continues, the Spider-Bots will become increasingly difficult to beat as they continue to multiply. After helping Spidey trap the out-of-control Spider-Bots, recruits will see how many they caught as a team in their vehicles.

Are your Spidey senses tingling? Because Tom Holland will reprise his role as Peter Parker in the attraction! Says Holland, “I can’t wait for you guys to experience this.”

Stark Factory at Marvel Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris is a quick service restaurant where refueling recruits will get to enjoy a cooking show experience.

Epic Experiences

Pym Kitchen is an innovative science lab where the food and drinks tell a story. Just as Ant-Man and The Wasp use “Pym Particles” to grow and shrink, well, just about anything, Pym Technologies applies this science to the creation of shareable bites, inventive entrees, and sweet treats as a buffet. Savor an array of offerings at unusual scales—from pretzels, sandwiches, and hot dogs to burgers, vegetables, and cakes!

Stark Factory is a quick service restaurant where refueling recruits will get to enjoy a cooking show experience with homemade pizzas fresh from the pizzaiolos’ oven, including vegetarian options, salads, and a choice of fresh pasta. The signature dessert will pay tribute to Thor, inspired by one of his favorite treats from the pages of Marvel Comics. Formerly an assembly line for Howard Stark, Stark Factory will feature relics of S.H.I.E.L.D.’s earlier activities and host many Easter eggs hidden as fan tributes. This will include artifacts built by Tony Stark, including the HulkBuster—the armor he and Bruce Banner created for the Hulk, which is exclusive to Disneyland Paris.

The opening dates for Pym Kitchen and Stark Factory will be announced soon.

Still hungry for more? The WEB (Worldwide Eating Brigade) food truck will be run by the WEB workshop’s inventors and serve a variety of Asian noodles and coconut balls. Tony Stark’s personal favorite, the FAN-tastic Food Truck, will be parked nearby and serve New York-style hot dogs (which includes vegan sausages) and a super fun dessert: cheesecake on a stick! Super Diner, a small traditional American restaurant, will serve Reuben sandwiches, made using a North American recipe that includes corned beef, cheese, sauerkraut, and a savory dressing, all grilled between slices of rye bread.

With the purchase of WEB Power Band, recruits will have access to advanced functions like a multi-firing web option while battling those Spider-Bots on the loose inside Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure.

Suit Up Like a Super Hero

Show off your WEB pride and embrace your inner science whiz with apparel and specialty products available only at Avengers Campus at Walt Disney Studios Park.

Mission Equipment will offer official Avengers Campus and WEB (Worldwide Engineering Brigade) gear. WEB Tech accessories will make recruits’ experience even more special, as they can change recruits’ powers on an attraction to those inspired by fan-favorite Super Heroes—like Spider-Man with electro-dynamic webs, Iron Man with repulsor blasts, and Doctor Strange with Mystic Amplifier. Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure, for example, is the first Disneyland Paris attraction allowing recruits to customize their experience onboard, using WEB Tech accessories. With the purchase of a WEB Power Band, recruits can access advanced functions like a multi-firing web option while battling Spider-Bots on the loose inside Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure.

Every Super Hero needs a friendly sidekick to help protect their neighborhood. Spider-Bots place recruits in the driver’s seat, allowing them to command their own Spider-Bot and battle opponents, with programmed combat and defensive abilities. Inspired by select Marvel Super Heroes, tactical upgrades change the overall appearance of a Spider-Bot and enhance its battle capabilities. These tactical upgrades are inspired by Iron Man, Black Widow, and Black Panther. Stay tuned for more upgrades in the future!

Play and Stay

Disneyland Paris will offer the ultimate Marvel experience from sunrise to sunset for guests who stay at Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel. Since the hotel opened in June 2021, the guest experience has reached the next level, with a holistic, 360-degree approach to storytelling, including the Super Hero Station—which will offer Heroic Encounters with Captain America and Black Widow as of the opening of Marvel Avengers Campus—and the Hero Training Zone, an outdoor field with dedicated areas for a variety of sports activities available for guests of all ages. With 350 pieces of artwork created by more than 110 artists from Europe and beyond—including 50 exclusive pieces—it is one of the largest publicly viewable collections of Marvel art in the world.

Everything You Need to Know About Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022

By Alison Stateman

The wait is over! This week, Star Wars fans from across the globe will head to Anaheim to celebrate and be immersed in the iconic universe that has inspired and entertained multiple generations.

Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022 will take place from May 26-29 at the Anaheim Convention Center (800 W. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802). If you have your heart set on being there, single-day tickets are still available for Thursday, May 26, as of this writing.

The four-day event will once again allow fans to hear about new movies, TV shows, comics, and books, and celebrate their love of all things Star Wars with captivating exhibits, meet-and-greets, fan-inspired activities, and more. Star Wars Celebration will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday.

D23 Members will have a chance to kick things off at an out-of-this-world Galactic Disco Night Dance Party on Thursday, May 26, at the House of Blues Anaheim, located next door to the convention center at 400 Disney Way #337. (You can reserve your tickets here.)

For those unable to attend in-person, don’t lose hope! Star Wars Celebration LIVE! presented by Geico will not only allow fans at home to get the inside scoop from panel presentations and exclusive interviews with celebrity guests but will also provide a sneak peek at limited edition merch and show floor happenings during the event.

Amy Ratcliffe, author of several Star Wars titles and managing editor of Nerdist, returns as panel host with Dan Zehr, a longtime contributor to StarWars.com and host and brand director of the podcast Coffee With Kenobi. Meanwhile, those at home can join in the festivities at StarWars.com and YouTube.com/StarWars, as hosts Andi Gutierrez, Anthony Carboni, Krystina Arielle, Hector Navarro, Jordan Hembrough, and Kristin Baver livestream event highlights.

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The Intel on Panel Reservations, Shopping, and More!

This year’s Celebration once again enabled attendees to make Virtual Panel and Exhibitor Shopping selections. (For the safety and comfort of all fans, overnight queuing is not permitted.)

The LIGHTSPEED Lane reservation system is still available for attendees to reserve a time to shop in the Celebration Store — which is a must given the array of limited-edition specialty merch—or to attend panels on the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages without the need to stand in line. (LIGHTSPEED Lane reservations are not available for the Celebration stage.)

To use the LIGHTSPEED Lane reservation system, you must have a valid badge for Star Wars Celebration, and activate your badge when you receive it. LIGHTSPEED Lane reservations will open daily at 9 a.m. from Thursday through Sunday.

After you have activated your badge, you will need to download the Star Wars Celebration 2022 mobile app via the iOS or Android app stores.

For more information on how to make reservations, including details on entry limitations and requirements per badge type, please visit the panel selection and reservation page on the Star Wars Celebration website.

Carl Weathers, in character as Greef Karga, stands with his hands on his hips looking off into the distance in The Mandalorian series. Kelly Marie Tran, in character as Rose Tico, onboard The Raddus in Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

A Very Special Guest List

Want to hear what it was like to work on acclaimed films, books, and animated and live-action TV series dedicated to a galaxy far, far away? We’ve got you covered. Legendary actors who have brought some of the most iconic Star Wars characters to life will be on deck to fill fans in.

These include Amy Allen (Aayla Secura), Anthony Daniels (C-3PO), Billie Lourd (Lieutenant Connix), Carey Jones (Krrsantan), Carl Weathers (Greef Karga), Daniel Logan (Boba Fett, Star Wars: Episode II), Dickey Beer (Bob Fett, Star Wars: Return of the Jedi), Emily Swallow (Armorer, The Mandalorian), Ewan McGregor (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Giancarlo Esposito (Moff Gideon), Ian McDiarmid (Emperor Palpatine), Jett Lucas (Zett Jukassa), Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca), Katee Sackhoff (Bo-Katan Kryze), Katy O’Brian (The Mandalorian), Kelly Marie Tran (Rose Tico), Kevin Thompson (Chubbray), Margo Apostolos (Tokkat), Omid Abtahi (Doctor Pershing), Orli Shoshan (Shaak Ti), Rupert Friend (The Grand Inquisitor), Temuera Morrison (Boba Fett), and Tim Rose (Admiral Ackbar).

Participating voice actors who have lent their speaking talents to the animated Star Wars universe include Ashley Eckstein (voice of Ahsoka Tano), Dee Bradley Baker (voice of The Bad Batch), Matt Lanter (voice of Anakin Skywalker), Michelle Ang (voice of Omega), and Sam Witwer (voice of Darth Maul).

New York Times bestselling-authors behind some of the most memorable Star Wars books and comics will also be on hand. These include Cavan Scott, author of Star Wars: The High Republic – The Rising Storm; Charles Soule, Eisner-nominated comics writer and screenwriter behind groundbreaking stories including the mega-bestseller The Rise of Kylo Ren and the primary architect for the Star Wars: The High Republic initiative; Claudia Gray (the pen name of Amy Vincent), author of Lost Stars and Bloodline; Daniel José Older, lead story architect for Star Wars: The High Republic; and Justina Ireland, author of Lando’s Luck.

Other notable guests include Doug Chiang, Lucasfilm VP and Executive Creative Director and The Mandalorian Production Designer, and Steve Sansweet, Executive Chairman of Rancho Obi-Wan, a nonprofit museum that houses the Guinness World Records-certified largest collection of Star Wars memorabilia.

We’ve Got a Panel for That

There is truly a panel for every Star Wars aficionado, from a special commemoration of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, to behind-the-scenes discussions with the creators of legendary titles within the ever-growing Star Wars canon. Not to mention, offerings that allow fans to express their adoration and creativity through a live not-to-be-missed Star Wars Cosplay competition.

Thanks to our friends at StarWars.com, we’ve assembled a full list of offerings for the Celebration, Galaxy, and Twin Suns stages here so you can start penciling in your must-sees!

Among the highlights:

Thursday, May 26

Lucasfilm’s Studio Showcase

11 a.m.–12:30 p.m., Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

Star Wars Celebration returns, launching with a must-see showcase that will kick the weekend’s festivities into hyperdrive. Lucasfilm’s current crop of live-action filmmakers will be joined by special guests to discuss the many Star Wars adventures coming soon, including Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, and The Mandalorian.

Lucasfilm Publishing: Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away

1–2 p.m., Live on the Twin Suns Stage

From adult novels to kids’ comics, from the time of the High Republic to the rise of the First Order, this is the place to dive deeper into the stories from a galaxy far, far away. Featuring details on new and upcoming titles from Disney Lucasfilm Press, Del Rey, Dark Horse, and more! Including all-new announcements and reveals! Moderated by Lucasfilm’s Michael Siglain. 

Supreme Chancellor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) smiles sinisterly at the camera in Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith

Ian McDiarmid: An Audience with The Emperor 

1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m., Live on the Celebration Stage

“I am all the Sith.” Join Ian McDiarmid, who portrayed Chancellor and then Emperor Palpatine in all three trilogies of the Skywalker saga, for a discussion that is sure to reveal rare insights and behind-the-scenes stories from the celebrated actor who provided some of the most resonant, bone-chilling performances in all of the Star Wars saga.

Friday, May 27

The Summer of LEGO Star Wars

12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m., Live on the Galaxy Stage

Join the LEGO Group and Lucasfilm as we celebrate the Summer of LEGO Star Wars. Panelists from across Consumer Products, Games, and Animation will highlight all the ways fans can enjoy and interact with Star Wars from the unique LEGO lens. Dive into the expansive galaxy within the newly released LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga video game, discover brand-new construction sets that are sure to keep you busy this year and learn about even more ways to get your LEGO Star Wars fix this summer.

Anakin Skywalker, Padmé Amidala, Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and more Jedi stand in a defensive circle, surrounded by super battle droids during the Battle of Geonosis in Star Wars: Attack of the Clones

Star Wars: Attack of the Clones 20th Anniversary Celebration

2–3 p.m., Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy Stage

The shroud of the dark side has fallen! Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, the movie that not only introduced a lightsaber-wielding Yoda, a coming-of-age Anakin Skywalker, and clones, but also ushered in a new era of digital cinema, which two decades later has become an industry standard. Special guests and behind-the-scenes content will be revealed in this can’t-miss commemoration of the 2002 epic. 

The Millennium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort

Go Beyond the Spires in Virtual Reality: Making of ILMxLAB’s Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge

3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m., Live on the Galaxy Stage

Take a look behind the curtains with the creators of Star Wars: Tales from The Galaxy’s Edge, the virtual reality experience that transports you to the outskirts of Black Spire Outpost, lets you visit Seezelslak’s Cantina, and explore the wilds of Batuu.

35 Years of Star Tours Adventures with D23

5–6 p.m., Live on the Galaxy Stage

Lightspeed to Endor! Join D23: The Official Disney Fan Club as we celebrate Disney’s original Star Wars attraction—Star Tours! From the misadventures of Captain Rex (RX-24) to the unexpected new destinations of today, we trace the 35-year journey of this iconic and innovative ride with some of the talented Imagineers and filmmakers who have brought the Star Wars universe to life in Disney Parks!

Saturday, May 28

Mando+: A Conversation with Jon Favreau & Dave Filoni

11 a.m.–12 p.m., Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

In their first appearance at Star Wars Celebration since the premiere of The Mandalorian, join Disney Legend Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni with special guests for a look back and a look ahead at what’s to come.

The Mandalorian, in full armor, stands outside a doorway and leans protectively over Grogu. Boba Fett, helmet removed and somewhat in the shadows, shoots a glance off camera.

Behind the Scenes of The Mandalorian & The Book of Boba Fett

1–2 p.m., Live on the Celebration Stage

Return to the sands of Tatooine as members of the visual effects, creature effects, and sound teams pull back the curtain on their work for The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett to meet the creative challenges put forth by showrunners Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Robert Rodriguez. The team will share how practical puppets, advanced animatronics, CG animation, and cutting-edge sound combine to bring the creatures to life. The filmmakers will also illustrate how miniatures continue to play a role in visual effects and explain the latest advancements in virtual production from the Industrial Light & Magic StageCraft team that helped pioneer the technology.

Star Wars Cosplay Competition

1–2 p.m., Live on the Galaxy Stage

Both veteran and amateur cosplayers alike will join the most exciting Cosplay Competition in the galaxy at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim! More than just a competition—it’s a fun-filled celebration of the very best Star Wars cosplayers that want to share their talent, skill, and determination with the universe.

Standing in a desert, C-3PO (Anthony Daniels) raises his gold arm in exasperation while BB-8 looks on.

I Am C-3PO With Anthony Daniels

5:30–6:30 p.m., Live on the Galaxy Stage

Go behind the mask with Anthony Daniels as he recounts his years bringing your favorite protocol droid to life.  Watch as he chronicles iconic moments, fan-favorite stories, and perhaps some things you have never seen or heard before!

Sunday, May 29

Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 2

11 a.m.–12 p.m., Live on the Celebration Stage; streamed to the Galaxy and Twin Suns Stages

“Strap in kid, you’re not gonna want to miss this view.” Join host David Collins as he invites Star Wars: The Bad Batch executive producer and supervising director Brad Rau, executive producer and head writer Jen Corbett, story editor Matt Michnovetz, actors Dee Bradley Baker and Michelle Ang to discuss highlights from the first season of the acclaimed series as well as some exciting hints of what’s to come in season two!

Chewbacca looks into the camera and holds up his iconic bowcaster.

Wonderful World of Wookiees

1–2 p.m., Live on the Galaxy Stage

Loyal allies, gifted pilots, skilled mechanics, and fierce warriors, Wookiees have come to be many things in the Star Wars galaxy. Join host Amy Ratcliffe and special guests Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca in Episodes VII, VIII, IX, and Solo: A Star Wars Story), Carey Jones (Krrsantan in The Book of Boba Fett), and Charles Soule (author behind The High Republic’s Burryaga Agaburry) for a Wookiee-focused discussion that will include a tribute to the iconic Peter Mayhew.

Exclusive merchandise at the Star Wars Celebration Store includes a Clone Pattern button-up in honor of the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, X-Wing Pool Float with Removable R2-D2, and a woven ABC throw blanket by Karen Hallion.

The Goods

Attendees eager to add to their personal Star Wars collection will get an advanced look at must-haves coming soon to Disney Parks and shopDisney. From LEGO sets sure to entertain kids and adults alike, to exclusive merch from Disney and Lucasfilm, and specialty Star Wars Celebration Store items to take home, there’s sure to be something that catches your eye.

Must-have specialty items from the Star Wars Celebration Store include an array of attire perfect for honoring the 20th anniversary of Star Wars: Attack of the Clones. From a Clone Pattern button-up to a more casual Jango Fett Windbreaker and Jedi Youngling Training Beanie, there is something sure to satisfy fans’ sartorial longings. Not to mention summertime items that will make fans the envy of onlookers at the pool, beach, and picnic, including an X-Wing Pool Float with Removable R2-D2 and Camtono Cooler Bag.

For fans looking to adorn their abodes in limited edition Star Wars wares, options include a stunning ABC Woven Throw Blanket by Karen Hallion with matching ABC Throw Pillow, Beskar Metal Coaster set, and Dex’s Diner Neon Sign.

You can find a preview of many of the exclusive Star Wars Celebration Store items that will be available on the Star Wars Celebration website.

Health & Safety

Given the ongoing pandemic, Star Wars Celebration Anaheim requires all attendees, exhibitors, media, guests, and show management staff to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 or proof of a negative antigen or PCR COVID-19 test to enter Celebration.

The vaccination or negative test requirement applies to all participants, including children. For the full FDA/WHO approved/authorized vaccine list, as well as other entry requirements, please check out the event FAQs.

For more on health protocols, vaccine and negative test check locations, and event access, please refer to the show information page.

Be sure to visit the Star Wars Celebration website, sign up for the Celebration newsletter, and follow on social at #StarWarsCelebration to hear about merch drops and updates. Connect with #StarWarsCelebration on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest on one of the greatest Star Wars fan events!

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Everything New You Can Stream on Disney+ in June 2022

By Zach Johnson

Disney+ wants to ensure you have the best summer ever—and with the premieres of Hollywood Stargirl, Ms. Marvel, Baymax!, and more titles coming in June, it’s succeeding! The streaming service just announced its streaming slate for the month, which includes six seasons of Glee, the finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi, and the arrival of Love, Victor on Disney+… not to mention its new Original series, specials, and shorts!

Before Marvel Studios’ Ms. Marvel debuts on Wednesday, June 8, be sure to stream A Fan’s Guide to Ms. Marvel a week prior. The documentary short offers an exclusive look into the new series, tracing its comic book origins through its development and production. Speaking of Ms. Marvel… the new Original series centers on Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani), a Muslim American teenager from Jersey City. A gamer and fan fiction scribe, she is a Super Hero megafan with a big imagination—particularly when it comes to Captain Marvel. Yet Kamala feels like she doesn’t fit in at school and sometimes even at home—that is, until she gets superpowers like the heroes she’s always adored.

Coming Friday, June 3, the sequel Hollywood Stargirl follows a silver-voiced teen (Grace VanderWaal) whose kindness works magic in the lives of others. When her mom is hired to work on a movie, they move to Los Angeles, where Stargirl becomes involved with two aspiring filmmaking brothers, a cranky neighbor, and a music legend.

With Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear on Friday, June 10, explore the evolution of Buzz Lightyear from toy to human in the making of Disney and Pixar’s Lightyear. Then, on Wednesday, June 15, stream all episodes of Family Reboot, a new Original series that follows families who’ve become so busy with their individual lives that they’ve lost touch with one another. In each episode, a new family will take a week off from their busy calendars and begin a journey to reconnect and rebuild their bonds.

Not only will the third and final season of Love, Victor premiere on Hulu on Wednesday, June 15, but it will also be available to stream on Disney+! This season will find Victor (Michael Cimino) going on a journey of self-discovery—not only deciding who he wants to be with, but more broadly, who he wants to be. And, for the first time ever, the series’ first two seasons will be available to stream on Disney+ that same day.

Marvel Studios’ Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness—starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Elizabeth Olsen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Benedict Wong, Xochitl Gomez, Michael Stühlbarg, and Rachel McAdams—will begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ June 22.

Rise, a Disney+ Original movie, stars Yetide Badaki as Vera, Ral Agada as Thanasis, Elijah Sholanke as Alexandros, Uche Agada as Giannis, Dayo Okeniyi as Charles, and Jaden Osimuwa as Kostas.

Premiering Friday, June 24, the Original movie Rise tells the triumphant real-life story of the remarkable Antetokounmpo family, which produced the first trio of brothers to become NBA champions. Also premiering that day will be Trevor: The Musical, a filmed version of the off-Broadway stage production that follows a charming 13-year-old on a turbulent journey of self-discovery. The musical is based on the Oscar®-winning short film Trevor, which inspired the nonprofit organization The Trevor Project.

On Wednesday, June 29, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Baymax! returns to the city of San Fransokyo, where the affable, inflatable, inimitable healthcare companion robot Baymax (voice of Scott Adsit) sets out to do what he was programmed to do: help others. The six-episode series of healthcare capers will introduce extraordinary characters who need his signature approach to healing in more ways than they realize.

Here’s everything new you can stream on Disney+ in June:

Darren Criss and Chris Colfer star as Blaine Anderson and Kurt Hummel, respectively, in Glee.

Wednesday, June 1
Club Mickey Mouse (SEA Version) (Season 4 Premiere) (All Episodes Streaming)
A Fan’s Guide to Ms. Marvel (Premiere)
Glee (Seasons 1-6)
Mickey Mouse Funhouse (Season 1, 5 Episodes)
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Part III)

Friday, June 3
Hollywood Stargirl (Premiere)
Mack Wrestles (Short)

Scarlett Estevez and J.R. Villarreal film a scene for the Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion episode titled “You Like Me! You Really Like Me!”

Wednesday, June 8
Baymax Dreams (Shorts) (Seasons 1-2)
Incredible Dr. Pol (Season 20, 12 Episodes)
Ms. Marvel (Premiere) (Episode 1)
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Part IV)
Ultra Violet & Black Scorpion (Season 1, 10 Episodes)

Friday, June 10
Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear (Premiere)

The Johnson family celebrates Zoey’s graduation in Freeform’s grown-ish.

Wednesday, June 15
Family Reboot (Premiere) (All Episodes Streaming)
grown-ish (Season 4, 9 episodes)
Life Below Zero: Next Generation (Season 3)
Love, Victor (Seasons 1-2) (Season 3 Premiere)
Ms. Marvel (Episode 2)
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Part V)
Ready for Preschool (Shorts) (Season 3)
T.O.T.S. (Season 3, 12 Episodes)
The Wonder Years (Season 1, 10 Episodes)

Friday, June 17
Big Shot
Kings Ransom

Reed Horstmann stars as Jake Madden/Chaos in the new Disney Channel series The Villains of Valley View.

Wednesday, June 22
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
G.O.A.T. (Season 1)
Ms. Marvel (Episode 3)
Obi-Wan Kenobi (Part VI) (Finale)
The Villains of Valley View (Season 1, 5 Episodes)

Friday, June 24
Rise (Premiere)
Trevor: The Musical (Premiere)

Wednesday, June 29
Baymax! (Season 1 Premiere) (All Episodes Streaming)
Ms. Marvel (Episode 4)
Owl House (Season 2, 5 Episodes)