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May- 2026 -9 May
Lucasfilm Turning to Sequel Trilogy for ‘Star Wars’ Future, Wants John Boyega Back
The Star Wars sequel trilogy may not be finished after all. Lucasfilm spent years trying to move Star Wars beyond Episodes VII, VIII, and IX. Disney pivoted heavily toward Disney+, launched multiple streaming shows, and largely avoided revisiting characters introduced in the sequel era outside of occasional references. Now, however, the studio reportedly appears to be circling back. According to i
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9 May
Forget Disney and Universal, SeaWorld Orlando Is the Theme Park to Watch This Summer
Every summer in Orlando follows a familiar pattern. Disney makes an announcement, and Universal responds with its own. Writers then produce their “best of Orlando summer” guides, often placing SeaWorld near the bottom with only a brief mention and a stock photo of a dolphin. This tendency has become more of a reflex than a thoughtful judgment, often resulting from a park being in a com
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9 May
DC’s New Batman Project Is a Loose Continuation of the ’90s Movie
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight (2026) is positioning itself as one of the most ambitious Batman games in years. What Is Legacy of the Dark Knight? Developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, Legacy of the Dark Knight is an upcoming third-person open-world title that pulls together multiple eras of Batman history into a single open-world experience, combining influences from
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9 May
Disney Confirms Major New Film, Report Suggests It Could Reboot Current Saga
Disney is developing a brand-new Planet of the Apes movie. According to Deadline, Matt Shakman (The Fantastic Four: First Steps) has been tapped to direct a brand-new Planet of the Apes movie for 20th Century Studios. Shakman will reunite with screenwriter Josh Friedman, who previously worked on Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (2024). However, the report states that the project “will not be a co
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8 May
Disney Adjusts Attraction Procedures for Parents and Children
Something quiet but genuinely useful has shifted at two of Magic Kingdom's most popular attractions, and families who use rider swap should know about it before their next visit. TRON Lightcycle / Run and Space Mountain are now allowing the entire party, including children who do not meet the height requirement, to walk through the queue together before separating for the actual ride. The adults a
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8 May
“Project Amazon” Marks Disney’s Latest Orlando Expansion Move
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District's public database does not lie, even when it does not tell the whole truth. Two new entries appeared this week for locations at Disney's BoardWalk Resort, both listed under project names that Disney has not explained or acknowledged. The filings are for Project Amazon and Project Bubbles, and they cover two spaces on the BoardWalk promenade that have
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8 May
“Wildest Ride” Indeed: Big Thunder Mountain’s Disastrous Reopening Week Marred by Fire and 5-Hour Shutdowns
When Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed for a massive 16-month refurbishment, Disney fans expected the “Highway in the Sky” of Frontierland to return better than ever. The promise was enticing: a smoother track, a brand-new “Motherlode” finale, and the kind of reliability that a year-and-a-half-long overhaul should guarantee. Credit: Disney However, as we hit the end of i
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8 May
Disney Officially Retires Live Morning Welcome at Magic Kingdom
Each morning at Magic Kingdom is about to feel a little different. Disney has officially confirmed the permanent end of the park’s live “Let the Magic Begin” welcome show, marking another quiet change at Walt Disney World as Magic Kingdom continues undergoing major transformation projects. The Magic Kingdom “Let the Magic Begin” welcome show will remain audio-only moving forward. The change was in
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8 May
Disney Travelers Impacted as Orlando Airport Introduces 3 Major Security Changes for May 2026
If you’re flying to Walt Disney World this May, it might be worth taking one last look at your travel plans before you head out. A few airport and airline updates are now in effect, and while they don’t completely change the experience, they do introduce new factors to consider. Everything still feels familiar at first. You’ll land at Orlando International Airport and head toward your Disney resor
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8 May
Major Problems Emerge for ‘Harry Potter’ Attraction, Asbestos Investigation Launched
The Wizarding World is expanding faster than ever. Warner Bros. Discovery is currently preparing a new Harry Potter television reboot for HBO, with production expected to begin soon. Universal is also expanding its investment in the franchise through new theme park experiences, including the Ministry of Magic-inspired land at Epic Universe, which is already rumored to be earmarked for future expan
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