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Oct- 2023 -17 October
‘Haunted Mansion’ Director Admits He Was “Not Surprised” by Film’s Summer Failure
On July 28, Disney released its newest live-action film, Haunted Mansion. The film starred LaKeith Stanfield as Ben Matthias, a former paranormal investigator brought in to help single mom Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) and her young son Travis (Chase Dillon) clear their house of ghosts. Ben must team up with Father Kent (Owen Wilson), psychic Harriet (Tiffany Haddish), and history professor Bruce Davis
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17 October
After Disney’s Massive Layoffs, Another Related Company Sees 50% Staff Layoff
Disney isn't the only company seeing massive layoffs. Another recently acquired company might be losing roughly 50% of its staff. It's been a difficult year for tech companies. With the general downward trend worldwide, many have had to downsize and make a lot of challenging decisions to save the company. One of the most prominent cases of this was the Walt Disney Company. Earlier this year, Disne
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17 October
Rachel Zegler and Disney Have Competition via Conservative ‘Snow White’ Film Announcement
The entertainment world is no stranger to controversy. One recent Disney debacle has been a poisoned apple for the company over several months. Disney's forthcoming live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, featuring Rachel Zegler as the iconic princess, has been lit with controversy. However, the real surprise comes from a new contender in the streaming industry, The Daily Wire, whic
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17 October
Fans Cry Over “Saddest” Plot of ‘Toy Story 5’ After It Was Allegedly “Leaked”
Fans have been crying over the supposed leaked plot of ‘Toy Story 5,’ the upcoming movie of a fan-favorite franchise; however, the more important question to be asking is, is this leaked plot even real? The Toy Story series has been one of the most beloved franchises from Disney/Pixar since the first movie was released in 1995. The movie follows the story of toy Sheriff Woody, who has to learn how
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16 October
Bob Iger Honors Disney’s 100th Anniversary, Gets Blasted by Fans
The Walt Disney Company is officially 100 years old. On October 16, 1923, Walt Disney brought his dream to life and, in doing so, created one of the most iconic companies in history. Walt could never have imagined that his dream would change the world, but fans are thankful he made his dreams a reality. In its 100 years, Disney has created some of the most iconic films in history and changed the t
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16 October
Did Disney Just Make Its New Holiday Event Adults Only?
One of the best times of year to visit Walt Disney World Resort is during the holiday season. The theme parks, Disney Resort Hotels, and Disney Springs are all decorated to the hilt. Guests can head into EPCOT and indulge in amazing holiday dishes from around the world at Disney's International Festival of Holidays. Over at the Magic Kingdom, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is always a hit wit
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16 October
Parents Warned About Allowing Children to Watch Hit Show ‘Bluey’
In just five years, one show has gone from the televisions of Australian children to televisions around the world. Bluey, which premiered in 2018, has shot to the top of the charts and is one of the most popular and successful children's shows of all time. The show centered around Bluey, a Blue Heeler, and her family. Bluey has a sister named Bingo Heeler, her mom Chilli Heeler, and her dad, Bandi
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16 October
Is a Taylor Swift Ride Really Coming to Disney World? Here’s the Truth
Yet again, Disney Fanatic is back with a fact check. Rumors have been flying that a Taylor Swift Eras Tour-themed ride is coming to Walt Disney World, here’s the truth. Over the years, there have been many strange rumors about the Disney theme parks. Last year, people thought Cinderella Castle was going to be removed; in January of this year, folks worried Disney World was permanently closing Disn
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16 October
VIDEO: Violent Fight Breaks Out in Fantasyland as Children Look on in Fear
Have you ever heard the phrase, “There's not a children's game that adults can't ruin”? Well, that also appears to be true for places that are supposed to be safe for everyone, like Disneyland Resort. Disneyland Resort is known as The Happiest Place on Earth, but all it takes is a few incredibly terrible adults to ruin everything for everyone. Those same adults don't seem to care if th
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16 October
Disney Gambles Right, Hits Global Streaming Record
The Walt Disney Company made an astute decision in choosing to stream the ICC Cricket World Cup—it helped them break a global streaming record. The Walt Disney Company has been struggling lately when it comes to cracking the code to having a successful streaming business. For a few years, Disney was bullish about Disney+, its streaming platform, a strategy that many have criticized former Disney C
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