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May- 2022 -19 May
Former Agent: Johnny Depp’s On-Set Attitude Added to Fall from Grace
Johnny Depp has made the case in court that the accusations made by his ex-wife Amber Heard have ruined his career in Hollywood–including the privilege of continuing to reprise and develop the character Captain Jack Sparrow for Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean franchise. But it appears that his behavior on set might have also played a significant factor. According to The Hollywood Reporter,
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19 May
Director Confirms ‘Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers’ Is Not Just ‘For People Who Grew Up Watching It’
The famous Disney chipmunks Chip and Dale have returned to television again via the streaming service Disney+ on Friday, May 19, and D23: The Official Disney Fan Club has just spoken with Akiva Schaffer (the director of the Disney+ Original movie) to reveal not only what viewers at home can expect, but also to confirm whether or not new audiences are going to find the Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Ra
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19 May
D23 Member Donates Rare ‘Pollyanna’ Locket to Walt Disney Archives
In the classic 1960 Disney film Pollyanna, actress Hayley Mills (who was also known for starring as two twin sisters in the 1961 film The Parent Trap, even though Lindsey Lohan's version is better-known by modern audiences) starred as a famously-cheerful, kind girl who had a positive effect on everyone around her. In the movie, Pollyanna has a scene with a reverend about a locket that Pollyanna we
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19 May
No Booze, No Politics, No Kids: Clarity on Disney+ Ads Expectations Emerges
Earlier this week, reports came out that The Walt Disney Company has specified its plans for incorporating paid ads onto its streaming platform Disney+, seemingly reaffirming its commitment to maintaining a family-friendly atmosphere. According to Variety, Disney has already signaled to agencies that the new version of Disney+ will not accept alcohol or political advertising at its launch… A
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19 May
‘Enchanted’ Sequel Gets a Release Date
Fans of the 2014 Disney fairy tale adventure film Enchanted and its charming princess protagonist Giselle (played by actress Amy Adams) have been eagerly waiting for the film's sequel to be made — even though it has taken over 13 years. The sequel Disenchanted has made slow progress, but now the movie has finally passed muster and D23 has confirmed the film's release date! Disenchanted faced
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19 May
‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Prevails as Our Perfect Pre-Summer Pick for Family Movie Night
It may technically still be springtime for another month, but it feels like summer is just around the corner. And for many folks, this is the time of year when that strong, yearning desire to escape on an action-packed adventure based in a warm, tropical setting is at an all-time high. Fortunately, we have movies to help us out in fulfilling all those otherwise impractical longings of the heart, w
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19 May
Disney+ Update: ‘Baymax!’ Series Gets Release Date
It appears there is some Disney+ series news that does not involve the MCU or Star Wars. Disney's Big Hero 6 spinoff animated series, Baymax! finally has a release date. According to an update on Disney's streaming service, the series will debut on June 29, 2022. Aside from the trailer seen above, there has been little to no word on the streaming series since it was first announced that Walt Disne
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19 May
Disney Retains Rights to Stan Lee’s Likeness for Decades
While a battle begins over Disney's copyright of Mickey Mouse, it appears the entertainment giant has the rights to another pop culture icon secured for several years: Stan Lee. The Comic Book author and Marvel icon passed away in 2018, but reports are coming out now that Marvel Studios owns the copyrights to his likeness, meaning that its parent company, The Walt Disney Company, will be able to p
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18 May
Wealthy Disney Characters Valued Well Beyond Their Net Worth
Walt Disney Entertainment has produced a wealth of characters throughout the years, many of whom have actively produced their very own wealth on screen. And while many of us may admittedly feel compelled to evaluate portrayals of rich folk with more objectionability than we would the meeker underdogs we love for what they lack (and make up for), Disney somehow succeeds at portraying their wealthie
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17 May
Ewan McGregor’s Wife Joins ‘Star Wars’ Series
Scottish actor Ewan McGregor's fans are apparently not the only ones inspired by his return to his Star Wars role as Obi-Wan Kenobi! McGregor's wife Mary Elizabeth Winstead (who just became his wife in April 2022) is joining the Star Wars universe too. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Ewan McGregor revealed that his new wife is in fact joining the “Star Wars family” — but
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