The Force Is with ABC as the Network Celebrates STAR WARS: GALAXY'S EDGE

By: Sep. 23, 2019
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The Force Is with ABC as the Network Celebrates STAR WARS: GALAXY'S EDGE

In an event of galactic proportions, ABC's prime-time series will pay tribute to "Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge" during fall premiere week and beyond. Viewers will be treated to on-air mentions and surprises from the Star Wars universe, beginning tomorrow night (Tuesday, Sept. 24) with the award-winning comedy "black-ish" and ending next Monday (Sept. 30) with "Dancing with the Stars."

The following shows will be participating (all times are Eastern):

TUESDAY, SEPT. 24
"black-ish" (9:30-10:00 p.m.)

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25
"The Goldbergs" (8:00-8:30 p.m.)
"Modern Family" (9:00-9:31 p.m.)

FRIDAY, SEPT. 27
"American Housewife" (8:00-8:30 p.m.)

SUNDAY, SEPT. 29
"America's Funniest Home Videos" (7:00-8:00 p.m.)
"The Rookie" (10:00-11:00 p.m.)

MONDAY, SEPT. 30
"Dancing with the Stars" (8:00-10:00 p.m.)

About Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the epic new land at Disneyland Park in California and at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Florida, invites guests to live their own Star Wars adventures as they explore a remote planet full of unique sights, sounds, smells, tastes and other immersive experiences. This is the most technologically advanced single-themed land expansion ever in a Disney park.

About ABC Entertainment

ABC Entertainment airs compelling programming across all day parts, including "Grey's Anatomy," the longest-running medical drama in prime-time television; riveting dramas "The Good Doctor," "How to Get Away with Murder," "A Million Little Things" and "Station 19"; the Emmy(R) Award-winning "Modern Family" and trailblazing comedy favorites "American Housewife," "black-ish," "Bless This Mess," "The Conners," "The Goldbergs," and "Schooled"; the popular "Summer Fun & Games" programming block, including "Card Sharks," "Celebrity Family Feud," "Holey Moley" and "Press Your Luck"; star-making sensation "American Idol"; reality phenomenon "Shark Tank"; "The Bachelor" franchise; long-running hits "Dancing with the Stars" and "America's Funniest Home Videos"; "General Hospital," which has aired for more than 55 years on the network; and late-night talk show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!"; as well as the critically acclaimed hit special "Live in Front of a Studio Audience: Norman Lear's 'All in the Family' and 'The Jeffersons.'" The network also boasts some of television's most prestigious awards shows, including "The Oscars(R)," "The CMA Awards" and the "American Music Awards." ABC programming can also be viewed on ABC.com, the ABC app and Hulu.

About Disney Parks, Experiences and Products

Disney Parks, Experiences and Products brings the magic of The Walt Disney Company's powerful brands and franchises - including Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, ESPN, 20th Century FOX and National Geographic - into the daily lives of families and fans around the world to create magical memories that last a lifetime. When Walt Disney opened Disneyland in Anaheim, California, on July 17, 1955, he created a unique destination built around storytelling and immersive experiences, ushering in a new era of family entertainment. More than 60 years later, Disney has grown into one of the world's leading providers of family travel and leisure experiences, with iconic businesses including six resort destinations with 12 theme parks and 52 resorts in the United States, Europe, and Asia with approximately 160,000 cast members; a top-rated cruise line with four ships and plans for three more to be completed in 2021, 2022 and 2023; a luxurious family beach resort in Hawaii; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's print publisher; the world's largest games licensor across all platforms; more than 200 Disney store locations around the world; and the shopDisney e-commerce platform. These experiences are created by Disney Imagineers, the creative force behind experiences found in Disney theme parks, resort hotels, cruise ships and consumer products - including books, games and merchandise.



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