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Jul- 2022 -6 July
‘Thor Love and Thunder’ Happy Meal Toys Arrive at McDonald’s!
Thor (Chris Hemsworth), Jane (Natalie Portman), Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), Groot (Vin Deisel), and the rest of the gang are arriving at your local McDonald’s just in time for the release of Marvel’s new movie, Thor: Love and Thunder. The iconic fast-food chain has released a new line of Happy Meal toys featuring mini action figures of all of the heroes of the latest installment of the Marvel Cinem
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6 July
Tom Hanks Backs Tim Allen in ‘Lightyear’ Casting Debate
The early praise for Disney/Pixar’s feature film Lightyear has faded away to criticisms, and a lackluster box office performance as a consensus begins to form that the supposed origin story of everybody’s favorite Space Ranger, Buzz Lightyear, missed the mark. One of the chief complaints has been Pixar’s decision to recast the voice of the “real” Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story veteran and co-founde
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6 July
OpEd: I Don’t Think We are Actually Mad at Bob Chapek
Just in the past few months, the name “Bob Chapek” has almost become a trigger word among Disney Fanatics. No matter what camp you find yourself in, whether it is the group chanting “Go Woke Go Broke,” the masses demanding a return of Annual Passholders, or the fans frustrated with the quality found in new movies and Park experiences. I do not think it is far-fetched to say Disney Fanatics have be
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5 July
Dreaming of a Disneyland Paris Vacation? Now Might be the Best Time to Go!
Disneyland Paris is considered to be the most beautiful of all the Disney Theme Parks around the world. On top of that, its Resort Hotels, the Disneyland Hotel and Hotel New York: The Art of Marvel, are undergoing and just completed renovation procedures, respectfully. And if that were not enough, its second gate, Walt Disney Studios Park, is set to become one of the most exciting Disney Parks yet
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5 July
Video: Disney Guest Takes Drastic Measures to Stay Cool in Florida Heat
Florida summers can be extremely hot, especially in spots of Central Florida like the Walt Disney World Resort. Disney days in June, July, and August feature hours spent under the blistering sun, and when staying cool and hydrated need to be on top of Guests’ priority lists. But while it is important to avoid heatstroke, it is also important to remember proper Theme Park etiquette. In a video rece
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5 July
Video: ‘Small World’ Breaks Down, Cast Members Tow Boats by Hand
The nightmare of at least a few Disney Fanatics came true this last week as Disney Park Guests got stuck on “it’s a small world” and were towed back to the loading dock by Cast Members. The incident occurred at the original “small world” attraction in Disneyland Park, and a TikTok video by @mayakinss_, who said: “I got stuck on its a small world! The tracks got stuck on one side & created a
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5 July
‘Minions’ Decimates ‘Lightyear’s Box Office Performance
Even though they were not released at the same time, Illumination Entertainment’s latest animated feature film, Minions: The Rise of Gru, recorded an opening weekend box office performance that was nearly double that of Disney/Pixar’s summer film, Lightyear, and gave the Mouse House a once-in-a-blue-moon box office defeat. According to The Hollywood Reporter: “Minions: The Rise of Gru score
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5 July
Disney Keeps Dwarfs in ‘Snow White,’ Casts ‘Pirates’ Star as Grumpy
It appears that Disney will include dwarves in its live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, after all. The reimagining of the first-ever feature-length animated film has faced backlash from onlookers for most of its development as the Mouse House made it clear that it will be a far departure from the original story. Prominent Latina actress Rachel Zegler (West Side Story) is set to b
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4 July
Video: Guest Disrupts Disney World Proposal
It appears that yet another couple’s Disney proposal has been completely ruined. But this time, it was ruined by a Guest. A few weeks ago, the internet was set ablaze as a video of a Disneyland Paris Cast Member blatantly ruining a couple’s big moment in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle went viral. Now, a video has emerged from the Walt Disney World Resort showing another couple’s big moment gettin
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4 July
Sure-Fire Way to Get Help on Disney World’s Website
Planning a Walt Disney World Resort vacation can be complicated, and it can get to a point where one might want to talk to a Cast Member for assistance. Unfortunately, would-be Disney World Guests and current Annual Passholders have reported having an incredibly difficult time getting a hold of Cast Members. But, there might be one way to ensure a Cast Member reaches out to you. Related: Disney Fa
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