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Feb- 2026 -17 February
‘Jurassic Park’ Trailer With a Young Hammond Proves ‘Rebirth’ Was a Mistake
Universal has yet to announce a sequel to last year's Jurassic World Rebirth (2025), but the film grossed $869.1 million worldwide, so one is likely. Recent reports suggest that director Gareth Edwards and stars Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, and Jonathan Bailey are in negotiations to return for a new film. Nothing is confirmed, but it's fair to say that another sequel feels inevitable. But i
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17 February
‘Stranger Things’ Confirms Live-Action Feature Coming Soon, Trailer Already Revealed
Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the prequel to the beloved Netflix series, is being filmed for streaming. Soon, fans of the franchise can expect a small-screen adaptation of the critically acclaimed, award-winning Broadway production that explores the early years of characters such as Jim Hopper, Joyce Byers, and a young Henry Creel in 1959. Per Collider, producers recently canceled public perf
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16 February
Geysers Blowing and Scaffolding Growing: Is Big Thunder Mountain Finally Ready to Roar?
The silence in the back of Frontierland is finally being broken. For over a year, the iconic red spires of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad have stood as a stationary monument, stripped of the rattling trains and the echoes of “the wildest ride in the wilderness.” Since the coaster closed for its most comprehensive overhaul in decades, fans have been obsessively tracking every permit and
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16 February
Animal Kingdom May Be Headed for a Summer 2026 Crowd Nightmare
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been quietly turning into one of the most complicated parks to plan lately. On the surface, it feels like a relaxing day full of animals, trails, and scenery. But once the crowds hit, it becomes clear that Animal Kingdom doesn’t have the same ride capacity that Magic Kingdom or EPCOT can rely on. And that’s exactly why summer 2026 could be a serious problem. Disney has
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16 February
Jack Sparrow’s Final Voyage: Why Margot Robbie Is Officially Taking the Helm of ‘Pirates 6’
The horizon of the Caribbean is shifting, and for the first time in over two decades, the silhouette of the Black Pearl will not be guided by the eccentric, rum-soaked swagger of Captain Jack Sparrow. In a move that has sent shockwaves through Hollywood and divided one of cinema's largest fanbases, Disney has finally signaled a definitive direction for the future of its $4.5 billion franchise. Cre
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16 February
Universal Guests Frustrated as Volcano Bay Ride Closure Drags On
Volcano Bay has always been one of Universal Orlando’s most impressive parks, mostly because it doesn’t feel like a typical water park. It feels like an experience. Between the tropical theming, the towering volcano, and the carefully designed layout, Universal has always treated Volcano Bay like a major destination rather than a side activity. But lately, guests have been noticing something that
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16 February
Immersive ‘Star Wars’ Experience Disappears From Disney World Forever
Aerial photos confirm the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser building is being gutted and converted into Walt Disney Imagineering offices, ending any hope of the immersive hotel experience returning to Walt Disney World Resort. Photographer @bioreconstruct shared images on X (formerly known as Twitter) on February 15 showing construction equipment and vehicles surrounding the former Star Wars hotel o
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16 February
Toon Lagoon Spot at Universal’s Islands of Adventure Expected to Shutdown This April
Universal Orlando guests planning a spring trip to Universal’s Islands of Adventure may want to take note: a popular Toon Lagoon attraction is expected to temporarily shut down later this April. Me Ship, The Olive, the walk-through Popeye-themed play structure, is currently scheduled for refurbishment from April 19 through April 25, 2026. While the closure window is short, it still marks a noticea
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16 February
REPORT: Josh D’Amaro Looking To Expand Disney World’s Next 3 Lands
Walt Disney World is currently in the middle of what could become its most important expansion era in decades. Major new lands are already in motion, and Disney has made it clear that the resort is heading into a future built around massive themed environments and franchise-driven storytelling. But now, a rumor circulating online suggests that the person leading Disney into that future may not be
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16 February
Disney Monorail To Shut Down on March 30, 2026
Disneyland Resort will close two attractions indefinitely starting March 30, 2026: the Disneyland Monorail and Roger Rabbit's Car Toon Spin. The Southern California Disney park confirmed both closures on its official refurbishment calendar on February 16. Neither attraction has an announced reopening date. Upcoming Disneyland Monorail Closure The Disneyland Monorail shutdown impacts guests who use
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