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IN THE SOOP: FRIENDCATION to Premiere on Disney+ in October
by Michael Major - Sep 28, 2022


Featuring Park Seo-jun (“The Marvels”), rapper Peakboy, Choi Woo-shik (“Parasite”), Park Hyung-sik (“Soundtrack #1”) and V of BTS, “IN THE SOOP : Friendcation” gives audiences a close look at the lives of these five celebrity friends, as they step away from their busy everyday lives to unwind together in a relaxing surprise trip.

DANCING WITH THE STARS to Celebrate 'Elvis Night' on September 26
by Michael Major - Sep 22, 2022


The professional dancers will kick off “Elvis Night” with a high-energy performance to “Also Sprach Zarathustra” / “Don’t Be Cruel” choreographed by Jemel McWilliams. The evening will be split into three chronological acts, each exploring a different period of Elvis’s career: from his early days in rock music, through his Hollywood era.

REFLECT From SHORT CIRCUIT EXPERIMENTAL FILMS Now Streaming on Disney+
by Michael Major - Sep 14, 2022


Watch the trailer of “Reflect” which features an original score by Jake Monaco (“Cars on the Road,” “Jerry and Marge Go Large”). Learn all about Disney's newest animated short film.

THE SIMPSONS Season 33 to Stream on Disney+ in October
by Michael Major - Sep 9, 2022


In celebration of Disney+ Day, “Welcome to the Club,” a new short from “The Simpsons,” was released on the streaming service. In the latest short, it’s Disney+ Day and Lisa Simpson has her heart set on the princess transformation. After meeting some of Disney’s most notorious villains, Lisa is surprised to learn being bad just might be more fun.

Disney on Broadway Will Invite Fans 'Onstage' at D23 Expo 2022
by Team BWW - Jul 19, 2022


D23 Expo 2022 is back this fall (September 9-11) and Disney On Broadway will give fans a chance to immerse themselves in their favorite Disney musicals. Using virtual reality (VR) headsets, guests can participate in musical numbers from Aladdin, Frozen and The Lion King, including “Friend Like Me,” “Let It Go,” and “Circle of Life.”

Disney & Pixar's LIGHTYEAR to Launch on Disney+
by Michael Major - Jul 19, 2022


The film features the voices of Chris Evans as Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear, Uzo Aduba as his commander and best friend Alisha Hawthorne and Peter Sohn as Sox. Keke Palmer, Taika Waititi and Dale Soules lend their voices to the Junior Zap Patrol’s Izzy Hawthorne, Mo Morrison and Darby Steel, respectively, and James Brolin can be heard as Zurg.

Disney+ Announces MOANA & THE LITTLE MERMAID Sing-Alongs
by Michael Major - Jul 18, 2022


As subscribers watch the Sing-Along version of these films, they will be able to fully immerse themselves in the music with on-screen lyrics. The upcoming Sing-Alongs will allow viewers to use their voice “Under the Sea” and discover how far they’ll go with Moana. Additional titles include Beauty and the Beast and Tangled.

VIDEO: Disney+ Debuts LIGHT & MAGIC Series Trailer
by Michael Major - Jul 7, 2022


Granted unparalleled access, Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Lawrence Kasdan takes viewers on an adventure behind the curtain of Industrial Light & Magic. Learn about the pioneers of modern filmmaking as we go on a journey to bring George Lucas' vision to life. These filmmakers would then go on to inspire the entire industry of visual effects.

VIDEO: Disney+ Shares LEGO STAR WARS SUMMER VACATION Trailer
by Michael Major - Jun 21, 2022


“LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation,” which is set after the events of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” features the voices of “Weird Al” Yankovic, Yvette Nicole Brown, Kelly Marie Tran, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, and returning cast members from previous “LEGO Star Wars” specials, and includes a new song performed by “Weird Al” Yankovic.

BEYOND INFINITY: BUZZ AND THE JOURNEY TO LIGHTYEAR Now Streaming on Disney+
by Michael Major - Jun 10, 2022


Featuring filmmakers, storytellers, artists and members of the “Lightyear” voice cast, “Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear” details how Buzz’s original action-figure design was realized, and how that look was translated years later into a human hero. It is directed by Tony Kaplan and produced by Sureena Mann.  

Disney+ Unveils Launch Date for Marvel Studios' I AM GROOT Shorts
by Michael Major - Jun 6, 2022


Disney+ announced the latest Marvel Studios addition to their exciting summer lineup, “I Am Groot.” 'I Am Groot” is a collection of five original shorts starring Baby Groot, everyone’s favorite little tree, and will feature several new and unusual characters. All five shorts will be available for viewers to watch upon launch. 

Disney+ Debuts A FAN'S GUIDE TO MS. MARVEL Documentary Short
by Michael Major - Jun 1, 2022


“A Fan’s Guide to Ms. Marvel” is a documentary short that gives you an exclusive look behind the groundbreaking original series, 'Ms. Marvel,' from its comic book origins to its development and production as Marvel Studios’ next hit series on Disney+. It features interviews with its filmmaking team and the show’s star, newcomer Iman Vellani.

VIDEO: Disney+ Releases STAR WARS: THE BAD BATCH Season 2 Teaser Trailer
by Michael Major - May 31, 2022


Disney+ released the teaser trailer and logo for “Star Wars: The Bad Batch,” Season 2, which was featured this weekend at Star Wars Celebration in a panel that included filmmakers Brad Rau, supervising director/executive producer; Jennifer Corbett, head writer/executive producer; and Matt Michnovetz, story editor.

VIDEO: Disney+ Unveils Teaser Trailer for WILLOW
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022


“Willow” is a live-action fantasy adventure series based on the 1988 film. An epic period fantasy series with a modern sensibility set in an enchanted land of breathtaking beauty, “Willow” features a diverse international cast with Jonathan Kasdan, Ron Howard, Wendy Mericle, Kathleen Kennedy, and Michelle Rejwan serving as executive producers.

Disney+ Announces New STAR WARS Series ANDOR
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022


The “Andor” series will explore a new perspective from the Star Wars galaxy, focusing on Cassian Andor’s journey to discover the difference he can make. Diego Luna returns as Cassian Andor and is joined by cast members Genevieve O’Reilly, Stellan Skarsgård, Adria Arjona, Denise Gough and Kyle Soller.

Disney General Entertainment Content's Writing Program Celebrates Nearly 33 Years
by Michael Major - May 25, 2022


Disney General Entertainment Content’s (DGE) Writing Program celebrates 33 years as one of the entertainment industry’s best initiatives for identifying and championing unique voices. The program has served as a launching pad for many showrunners and producers today and is seen as one of the most successful television staff writer programs. 

VIDEO: Disney+ Shares FAMILY REBOOT Series Trailer
by Michael Major - May 24, 2022


In each episode, a family leaves their busy schedules, devices, and distractions behind for a week-long journey led by a “Family Reboot” guide focused on reconnecting and rebuilding their family bonds. They leave the journey completely “rebooted” — more connected, happier and ready to take on their busy lives at home again, but with a new outlook.

Disney+ to Debut All-New Series BAYMAX! From Disney Animation
by Michael Major - May 20, 2022


In celebration of National Streaming Day, Disney+ has released a new trailer for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Baymax!” The all-new series of healthcare capers returns to the fantastical city of San Fransokyo where the affable, inflatable, inimitable healthcare companion robot, Baymax, sets out to do what he was programmed to do: help others.

VIDEO: Renée Elise Goldsberry, Mark Ruffalo & More Star in Marvel's SHE-HULK: ATTORNEY AT LAW Series Trailer
by Michael Major - May 18, 2022


The series stars Mark Ruffalo as Smart Hulk, Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky/the Abomination, and Benedict Wong as Wong. The cast also includes Ginger Gonzaga, Josh Segarra, Jameela Jamil, Jon Bass and Renée Elise Goldsberry. Executive producers are Kevin Feige, Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Brad Winderbaum, Kat Coiro and Jessica Gao.

Filmed TREVOR: THE MUSICAL to Stream on Disney+
by Michael Major - May 12, 2022


Everything you need to know about TREVOR: THE MUSICAL streaming on Disney+ this June straight from Off-Broadway!

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