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Director Confirms ‘Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers’ Is Not Just ‘For People Who Grew Up Watching It’

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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 ...

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D23 Member Donates Rare ‘Pollyanna’ Locket to Walt Disney Archives

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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 ...

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No Booze, No Politics, No Kids: Clarity on Disney+ Ads Expectations Emerges

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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… According to ...

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‘Enchanted’ Sequel Gets a Release Date

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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! ...

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Disney World to Keep Extra Magic Hours’ Shortened Replacement

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It looks like Disney World Resort Hotel Guests are going to have to wait a little longer for Extra Magic Hours to come back to the Theme Parks. According to Disney Parks Blog, “Our very popular early theme park entry benefit for Disney Resort hotel guests will continue beyond the 50th Anniversary for visits throughout all of 2023! This benefit ...

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Disney+ Update: ‘Baymax!’ Series Gets Release Date

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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 ...

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Disney Retains Rights to Stan Lee’s Likeness for Decades

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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, ...

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OpEd: Chapek’s Upfront Address Shows Blind Confidence, Denial

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Bob Chapek continues to take further measures that allow him to exude confidence in The Walt Disney Company’s stature. In contrast, the stock price continues to decline, and the realities of fans’ disappointment are only just beginning to emerge. According to Variety, the Disney CEO addressed the crowd at Upfront 2022, boasting that the company remains unrivaled, standing alone among ...

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Video: Activity Trackers Used to Better Understand Rhinos in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Disney’s Animal Kingdom is home to a number of unique species of animals that Guests can see on walking trails and attractions like Kilimanjaro Safaris. As part of caring for the park’s many animals, Disney works with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) to gather new data and insights that can support these species both at other organizations around ...

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Woman Gives Birth on Flight to Orlando

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A Frontier Airlines flight took off from Denver, Colorado, for Orlando, Florida, but made an unexpected stop in Pensacola with one extra passenger on board. On Tuesday, May 17, a Frontier flight attendant had the surprising task of helping deliver a baby mid-flight. According to a Facebook post put out by Frontier Airlines, “The baby couldn’t wait, so the early ...

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