Ricky Strauss

THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY Coming to Disney Plus Next Year

“The Mysterious Benedict Society,” based on the award-winning and bestselling book series by Trenton Lee Stewart, will be coming to Disney+ in 2021. This series was originally developed for Hulu. 

Disney Plus Orders DOOGIE KAMEĀLOHA, M.D.

Disney+ announced today that a new doctor is coming to the streaming service in 2021.  “Doogie Kameāloha, M.D.”

Disney+ To Premiere Inspirational Drama CLOUDS, Starring Sabrina Carpenter and Fin Argus

Disney+ announced today that the moving and inspirational feature film “Clouds” will premiere exclusively on the streaming service this fall.

National Geographic's THE RIGHT STUFF To Premiere On Disney+ This Fall

Disney+ announced today that the original scripted series “The Right Stuff” from National Geographic will premiere this fall on Disney+. 

Disney's ARTEMIS FOWL To Debut Exclusively On Disney+

The Walt Disney Studios announced today that it will debut its new live-action feature film “Artemis Fowl” exclusively on Disney+. The release date will be announced soon.

Production Begins on Season Two of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES; Will Feature Songs From BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Production has resumed in Salt Lake City on the second season of the popular Disney+ series 'High School Musical: The Musical: The Series' as the East High drama students prepare to perform 'Beauty and the Beast' as their Spring musical. Slated for a late 2020 debut on Disney+, the second season will include reimagined musical numbers from both the 'High School Musical' movies and the stage production of 'Beauty and the Beast,' in addition to brand-new songs that join hits from season one like 'Born to Be Brave' and 'Just for a Moment.'

Disney Plus Orders Season Two of THE WORLD ACCORDING TO JEFF GOLDBLUM

Disney+ announced today that its breakout hit series “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” will return for a second season on the streaming service. Produced by Nutopia, “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” is the service's first original series from National Geographic and will conclude its freshman season on Friday, January 24.

Hallie Todd, Jake Thomas & Robert Carradine Will Reprise Their Roles in LIZZIE MCGUIRE Reboot

Deadline reports that Hallie Todd, Robert Carradine, and Jake Thomas will return to 'Lizzie McGuire' for the upcoming sequel series. They played Lizzie's family on the original series.

New Mickey Mouse Documentary Included in Disney+ Slate of Nonfiction Programming

Today the International Documentary Association invited Disney+ to give the documentary filmmaking community an inside look at the highly-anticipated streaming service's nonfiction content strategy, including announcing the following titles and filmmakers:

Disney+ Renews HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL: THE MUSICAL: THE SERIES Ahead of Its Debut

Disney+ has renewed the highly anticipated music-filled, comedic series 'High School Musical: The Musical: The Series' ahead of its debut on Disney+ TUESDAY, NOV. 12. Production on season two will resume early next year in Salt Lake City, Utah. 

VIDEO: FROZEN and THE LION KING on Broadway Included in New ONE DAY AT DISNEY Documentary

On Thursday night at D23 Expo, Ricky Strauss, president, Content & Marketing for Disney+ and Good Morning America's Robin Roberts announced One Day at Disney, a spectacular collaboration between Disney Publishing Worldwide and Disney's new streaming service.  The new, 224-page coffee table book and the documentary series will both arrive on December 3, highlighting the talented men and women who bring life to some of Disney's most beloved stories.

Disney Publishing Worldwide and Disney+ Announce ONE DAY AT DISNEY

This evening at D23 Expo, Ricky Strauss, president, Content & Marketing for Disney+ and Good Morning America's Robin Roberts announced One Day at Disney, a spectacular collaboration between Disney Publishing Worldwide and Disney's new streaming service. The new, 224-page coffee table book and the documentary series will both arrive on December 3, highlighting the talented men and women who bring life to some of Disney's most beloved stories.

Disney Spotlights Comprehensive Direct-to-Consumer Strategy at 2019 Investor Day

The Walt Disney Company's highly anticipated Investor Day provided an extensive overview of Disney's comprehensive direct-to-consumer strategy, and included presentations on Hulu, Hotstar, ESPN+ and the upcoming Disney+ service, which will launch in the U.S. market on November 12, 2019, at $6.99 a month. The service will offer fans of all ages a new way to experience the unparalleled content from the company's iconic entertainment brands, including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and National Geographic, and will be available on connected TV and mobile devices.

Photo Flash: Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, & More at the ANT-MAN AND THE WASP World Premiere

Last night Los Angeles, stars Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, Laurence Fishburne, Judy Greer, Tip “T.I.” Harris, David Dastmalchian, Hannah John-Kamen and Abby Ryder Fortson were joined by director Peyton Reed and producers Kevin Feige and Stephen Broussard for a walk down the red carpet where they greeted excited fans at the world premiere of Marvel Studios' ANT-MAN AND THE WASP.

Photo Flash: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Cast Hit Red Carpet for World Premiere

Continuing their worldwide publicity tour, the cast and filmmakers from Disney's live-action BEAUTY AND THE BEAST stopped in Hollywood last night for the world premiere at the El Capitan Theatre.

Twitter Announces Live Streaming Event for ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY

Twitter today announced it is collaborating with Disney and People to live stream exclusively a special ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY event.

Paramount Pictures & Participant Media Commemorate 10th Anniversary of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH

AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH (AIT), the critically acclaimed documentary film that ignited a global climate change movement, marks its 10th anniversary this year.

Photo Flash: Meryl Streep, Anna Kendrick, and More Celebrate Disney's Golden Globe Nominees

Last night, The Walt Disney Studios celebrated their Golden Globe nominees with talent and filmmakers including cast members and producers from INTO THE WOODS, THE HUNDRED FOOT JOURNEY, and more. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the event below!

NWF-Supported 'Furry Vengeance' Opens 4/30

National Wildlife Federation has teamed up with Participant Media and other non-profits on the Social Action Campaign for the family comedy 'Furry Vengeance,' educating children and families about the importance of getting outdoors and protecting wildlife.