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For Pete’s Sake: The Long Road to Pete’s Dragon

By Max Lark With Pete’s Dragon charming audiences and critics in theaters, we Disney fans can’t help but be reminded of the 1977 film of the same name. Although the new film portrays a completely different adventure, it shares the central premise of the earlier film—telling the unforgettable story of an orphaned boy named Pete …

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6 One-Of-A-Kind Disney Coasters From Around the World

By Tyler Slater Click click click… moment of silence and then… well, we all know what happens next. There are few experiences more thrilling than reaching the peak of a roller coaster. To celebrate National Roller Coaster Day, D23 is sharing fun facts and distinct details about attractions found at Disney Parks around the world. …

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“Walt’s Great Adventures” Coming to Destination D: Amazing Adventures

By D23 Team D23 Members will explore the travels and adventures of the “Showman of the World” as the Walt Disney Archives presents “Walt’s Great Adventures” at Destination D: Amazing Adventures, November 19 and 20 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. This special exhibit, created exclusively for the event, will feature rare photography, models, and props that …

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Top 10 Pivotal Platters from 60 Years of Walt Disney Records

By Greg Ehrbar As Walt Disney Records celebrates its 60th anniversary, there are literally hundreds (or thousands!) of Disney sounds that could easily fill dozens of Top Ten lists. Rather than a “best of” or “all-time favorite” list, these are great albums selected for their impact on popular culture, the entertainment industry, and The Walt …

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Pete's Dragon

9 Questions with the Director of Pete’s Dragon

By Jim Frye Disney’s reimagined Pete’s Dragon, from director David Lowery, hits theaters tomorrow. It stars Bryce Dallas Howard, Karl Urban, newcomer Oakes Fegley and screen legend Robert Redford in an all-new original story about an orphaned boy who befriends a lovable dragon. D23 caught up with Lowery to discuss his new film. D23: Is …

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Mushu concept art

How Disney Dragons are Drawn to Life

By Jonathan McMullen As you can probably gather from our recent stories here and here, we absolutely love Disney dragons. So when our friends at Disney Editions gave us the opportunity to get a closer look at their new book, The Art of Disney’s Dragons, we jumped at the opportunity to share it with Disney …

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Stay Tuned for New Rogue One Trailer—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter New Rogue One Trailer to Air During Rio Olympics, This Thursday! UPDATE: The new Rogue One trailer is here! The torch has been lit, and athletes from around the globe have descended on Rio for the 2016 Summer Olympics! If that wasn’t exciting enough, get this: During this Thursday’s live Olympic coverage, …

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Walt Disney with his train

From the Office of Walt Disney: The Railroad Enthusiast

Join Walt Disney Archives director Becky Cline, Disney Studio Cinetechnician Garry Broggie, and Carolwood Pacific Historical Society president emeritus Michael Campbell as they reveal how Walt’s passion led him to meet some like-minded visionaries who would make a lasting mark on Disney history.

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Fierce Friends: Our Six Favorite Dragons in Disney Parks

By Courtney Potter Dragons. Mythological creatures that can inspire both terror and trust… part reptile, part serpent, part bird, all legendary. The word “dragon” first entered the English language in the 13th century, but the very idea of this creature has its roots in ancient civilizations like Mesopotamia—after which, it literally spread around the world. …

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