Hawkeye

Exploring Hawkeye’s MCU Origins

By Zach Johnson In just a few weeks, Hawkeye will debut with two episodes on Disney+. The original series finds Jeremy Renner reprising his role as Clint Barton aka Hawkeye, a master archer who “just can’t seem to miss.” It’s been 10 years since the character made his Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) debut with a …

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Disney+ Day

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend

By Zach Johnson Today’s edition of “5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend” is dedicated to Disney+ Day, a global celebration that will come to life across all dimensions of The Walt Disney Company. Subscribers to Disney+ will be treated to new content releases across the service’s iconic brands, Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National …

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eternals

Stargazing at World Premiere of Marvel Studios’ Eternals

By Zach Johnson Marvel Studios’ Eternals introduces a group of heroes from beyond the stars—and on Monday night, the film’s stars introduced fans to their characters at the world premiere! Cast members Angelina Jolie, Gemma Chan, Salma Hayek, Brian Tyree Henry, Don Lee, Richard Madden, Lia McHugh, Kumail Nanjiani, Lauren Ridloff, and Kit Harington joined …

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marvel studios

The Story Behind The Story of Marvel Studios

By Zach Johnson The Story of Marvel Studios is the first-ever, fully authorized, all-access history of Marvel Studios’ creation of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), as told by the people who brought it to life. The two-volume set, available today via multiple retailers, features more than 200 interviews with creative talents who worked on all …

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black widow

Marvel Studios’ “You’re Such a Poser!” Gallery

By the D23 Team Don’t show this to Yelena Belova! To celebrate Marvel Studios’ Black Widow becoming available to all Disney+ subscribers, we’re channeling one of the film’s funniest lines with this gallery celebrating our favorite heroes who can be “posers”—as in, they know how to strike a pose for the camera! While Yelena teased Black Widow …

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What If...?

Behind the Music of Marvel Studios’ What If…?

By Zach Johnson Five-time Emmy® Award winner Laura Karpman is renowned for creating imaginative, powerful scores that push the boundaries of storytelling—making her the perfect person to compose the music for Marvel Studios’ What If…?, which flips the script on the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), reimagining famous events from the films in unexpected ways. With …

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Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings Director Destin Daniel Cretton Makes a Surprise Appearance at the El Capitan Theatre’s Opening Night Fan Event

By Zach Johnson Marvel Studios’ next hero has arrived! Just weeks after hosting the star-studded world premiere of Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings, the El Capitan Theatre held an opening night fan event hosted by Nerdist on Thursday. As always, fans came dressed to impress, cosplaying as some of the film’s characters, …

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Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

Meet the Characters of Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

By the D23 Team It’s almost time! In just a few days, Marvel Studios will debut Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings… an all-new, totally epic adventure that introduces the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s newest Super Hero—Shang-Chi—in an origin story that blazes across the big screen with never-before-seen, ultra-mind-blowing action; stunning visuals; and the …

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Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

5 Things You Need to Know About Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings

By Zach Johnson On September 3, Marvel Studios will present Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings, an epic adventure that introduces the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s newest Super Hero: Shang-Chi. In celebration of the character’s big screen debut, the team behind the highly anticipated adventure reunited for a virtual press conference. Hosted by one …

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what if...?

Pondering the Possibilities of Marvel Studios’ What If…?

By Zach Johnson To put it simply, What If…? is “a love letter to the MCU.” So says Brad Winderbaum, who serves as an executive producer alongside Kevin Feige, Bryan Andrews, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, and head writer AC Bradley. With Marvel Studios’ first animated series now streaming exclusively on Disney+, Winderbaum talked to D23: …

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what if...?

5 Things You Need to Know About Marvel Studios’ What If…?

By Zach Johnson Marvel Studios’ What If…? flips the script on the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), reimagining famous events from the films in unexpected ways. Creating a multiverse of infinite possibilities, the anthology series will debut exclusively on Disney+ on August 11. Directed by Bryan Andrews with AC Bradley as head writer, What If…? is …

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5 Fantastic Things

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend

By Zach Johnson The weekend ahead will be full of adventure, mystery, and sportsmanship. It all begins Friday when a new episode of Mira, Royal Detective debuts on Disney Junior. That same day, Disney Channel’s Disney Fam Jam will join the Disney+ library, and the streaming service will also debut the first two episodes of …

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winter soldier

5 Fantastic Things to Watch This Weekend

By Zach Johnson After coming down from your Hamilton high, stick around for two other fan-favorite films on Disney+ this weekend! The Mighty Ducks and Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules will both make their debut on the streaming service Friday, arriving just as a new episode of the Disney+ Original Series Pixar in …

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Graham Verschere and Grace Vanderwaal for stargirl

Meet Disney+’s Stargirl and Hear from the Cast—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Disney+ welcomes a kind and quirky new character, and Frozen on Broadway welcomes several new cast members… Read more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs! We’re Wishing Upon This Stargirl First-Look Trailer and Cast Interviews… Based on the critically acclaimed New York Times best-selling young adult …

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woody, rey, and tony stark

Every Disney Oscar® Nominee for 2020

By Beth Deitchman Who will the 92nd Oscars® go to? We’re officially one step closer to finding out, with nominations for this year’s Academy Awards® announced this morning live from the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. The Walt Disney Company’s portfolio of brands combined for a total of 23 nominations in 15 …

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Must-See Disney Experiences Coming in 2020

By D23 Team For Disney, 2019 was one of the most exciting and momentous years in the Company’s history—from record-breaking box-office returns and huge theme park expansions, to the acquisition of 20th Century Fox and the launch of the game-changing Disney+. What a year! And 2020 is looking to be just as exciting. We can’t …

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Disney Top Moments 2019

Every Magical Moment from Disney’s Remarkable 2019

By Jim Frye From mega-blockbuster films to major theme park expansions and the launch of a streaming service that has forever changed entertainment, The Walt Disney Company entered 2019 on a high note and is ending the year with a grand crescendo. In what will be remembered as a historic and pivotal year for Disney …

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Frozen 2

All of Disney’s Golden Globe® and Critics Choice Nominations for 2019

By Zach Johnson Roll out the red carpet, because awards season is now underway! Earlier today, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) announced the nominees for the 77th Annual Golden Globe® Awards. In the film categories, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Frozen 2, Walt Disney Pictures’ The Lion King and Fox Searchlight Pictures’ Jojo Rabbit received …

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Black Widow

Black Widow Teaser Trailer Spins Thrilling Web—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter Several exciting new trailers from anticipated Disney films, and a first look at Frozen the Musical’s North American tour… See more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs! Marvel Studios’ Black Widow Teaser Trailer Debuts! We’re not afraid to admit we’ve been waiting for this trailer for …

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Avengers: Endgame

Avengers: Endgame Composer Reveals the Two Most Challenging Scenes to Score

By Jim Frye Spoiler warning: The following article contains very minor spoilers to Avengers: Endgame. From Back to the Future and Forrest Gump to Who Framed Roger Rabbit and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Lilo & Stitch, the Oscar®-nominated music of Alan Silvestri has threaded itself into the fabric of modern cinematic history, becoming an indelible …

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Chris Pratt as Starlord, Groot, Mantis

3 Hardest to Cast Super Hero Roles in Avengers: Endgame

By Jim Frye Eleven years. 23 films. And Super Heroes (and villains) from every corner of the galaxy! The ever-expanding cast of characters—both super-powered and “mere mortal”—of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is a powerhouse of talent and charisma that has forever changed the way we watch movies. At the center of that universe is Sarah …

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This Week’s Disney News

This Disney Wish Comes True in 2022—Plus More in News Briefs

By Courtney Potter  Take in a preview of Disney Cruise Line’s next ship, and find out when you can bring home the music from Frozen 2… Read more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs! Take a Wish-ful Peek at the Next Disney Cruise Line Ship If you attended the …

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Ewan, Mary Poppins, and Hilary D23 Expo

The Most Fantastic News from D23 Expo 2019

By Beth Deitchman For a Disney fan, it’s hard to find a more exciting place to be than Anaheim, California, during a D23 Expo. Last week, fans filled the Anaheim Convention Center to celebrate the magic, wonder, and adventure of Disney—and to find out what’s next—during D23 Expo 2019. And what does the future hold, across …

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The Walt Disney Studios Presentation

12 Fantastic Live-Action and Animated Films Showcased at D23 Expo 2019

By Beth Deitchman “You’re not just fans, you’re family. And there are 7,000 of you in this audience today. It’s because of you that we keep working so hard to make great films—and we love the D23 Expo because it’s where we can share them with you first,” said Alan Horn, co-chairman and chief creative …

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Avengers: Endgame

5 Amazing Things About Avengers: Endgame

By Tim Lammers Right on the heels of it becoming the highest-grossing film worldwide in box office history with nearly $2.8 billion in ticket sales, the culmination of the first 22 films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe saga, Avengers: Endgame, has made its hotly anticipated debut on Digital, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD (Walt Disney …

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Walt Disney Studios Films

All the Movie Magic Coming to D23 Expo 2019

By D23 Team It’s here! The month of D23 Expo is here! And we’re wrapping up all of the exciting announcements with a big roundup of some of the amazing panels and presentations! From Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios and live-action projects from Disney, Marvel Studios, and Lucasfilm, there are tons of …

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