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Jul- 2025 -3 July
One Year After ‘Acolyte’ Disaster, ‘Star Wars’ Reveals New Jedi Villain
Following last year’s debut of Qimir—Manny Jacinto’s mysterious dual-blade wielder in The Acolyte—Star Wars is once again diving into double-saber territory. This time, though, the franchise is putting a LEGO twist on its latest villain. The Acolyte, which premiered in the summer of 2024, set its sights on the High Republic timeline and introduced an all-new cast of characters. Under the direction
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2 July
Disney Reportedly Reboots Live-Action ‘Hercules’ Movie
Disney’s slate of animated-to-live-action remakes has seen plenty of success, and plenty of turbulence. Now, Hercules—a title that’s been in the works for several years—is reportedly experiencing yet another creative shift, leaving its future unclear once more. In the wake of back-to-back box office hits like Beauty and the Beast (2017), Aladdin (2019), and The Lion King (2019), Disney committed h
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2 July
Josh Gad Called Voicing Olaf in ‘Frozen’ His “Biggest Mistake”
Josh Gad had some surprising thoughts about his character, Olaf. Related: “He’s Killing Me” – The Power Struggle Between Disney’s Two Bobs Explained Disney has a long history of success in its animation department, with films like Moana and Zootopia (2016) both comfortably sitting at the top in popularity and financial success. Moana grossed over $600 million at the box office, with Disney's Zooto
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1 July
Pixar’s New Film Is “Catastrophic,” Former Staff Share Details Behind Cuts to Inclusivity
Things aren't looking good for Pixar's latest film. Related: Disney Announces Villains Takeover at Locations Around the World Pixar’s latest release, Elio, has faced some challenges at the box office, grossing slightly over $70 million since its debut on June 20, 2025. This performance marks a notable disappointment, especially when it's compared to the studio’s past successes. Films like Toy Stor
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1 July
After Dividing Audiences, Season 2 ‘Star Wars’ TV Show Announcement Reported
With The Mandalorian Season 4 currently off the table, Andor complete, and The Acolyte cancelled abruptly, Lucasfilm’s only ongoing live-action series is the second season of Ahsoka, directed by Dave Filoni and already in production. Although a release date for Disney+ hasn’t been announced, it’s expected to arrive after the theatrical release of Jon Favreau’s The Mandalorian and Grogu movie, slat
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1 July
‘Star Wars’ Content Officially Being Removed From Disney Streaming Service
A major chapter in Star Wars storytelling is about to vanish from a familiar corner of the streaming world, leaving many fans feeling the weight of change. When Disney+ launched in 2019, it came out of the gate strong with The Mandalorian, introducing viewers to Din Djarin and his now-iconic companion, Grogu. The series not only captured hearts, it helped define Disney’s streaming future. That deb
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1 July
The Bizarre Time When Disney Added ‘The Simpsons’ to the Haunted Mansion
Remember when Disney added a reference to The Simpsons to a classic attraction? Related: This Week Will Define Disney for the Next Decade At the tail end of July, 2024, Disneyland's Haunted Mansion dark ride finally reopened following a months-long refurbishment. During this update, many aspects of Haunted Mansion changed, updated, or were removed entirely, but one of the changes surprised guests,
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1 July
‘Toy Story’s Disgusting Adult Joke Proves the Series Isn’t Just for Kids
Long-time Toy Story fans who are now all grown up are, unfortunately, fully aware that the film series was made by like-minded adults. As innocent as the films may seem at surface level, everything, including the story, the characters, and the world they inhabit, was crafted by countless talented individuals still very much in touch with their inner child. This is just one of many reasons why the
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1 July
‘Star Wars’ Cara Dune Has Made an Animated Appearance, but Most Fans Missed It
Though it might seem hard to believe, there are still many Star Wars characters who are yet to make their animated debut. With several animated shows now streaming on Disney+, including The Clone Wars (2008–2020), Rebels (2014–2018), Forces of Destiny (2017–2018), The Bad Batch (2021–2024), and Tales of the Underworld (2025), you'd think that the faraway galaxy had converte
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Jun- 2025 -30 June
Health Issues Force Dick Van Dyke to Skip Fan Celebration at the Last Minute
When you think of timeless entertainment icons, Dick Van Dyke immediately comes to mind. For nearly 70 years, this legendary actor has entertained audiences with his charm, infectious energy, and unforgettable performances. From his starring roles in Mary Poppins (1964) and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) to his long-running role in Diagnosis Murder, Van Dyke's career has been nothing short of extr
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