Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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Dec- 2023 -2 December
Disney Rival Wants to be The New King of Childhood
There is a psychological concept that is not really known outside of marketing circles. It's called brand actualization, and whether you realize it or not, you've been subjected to this by some company, probably the Walt Disney Company. It is the point where something meets your emotional and psychological needs, and both the consumer and brand are united. Sound familiar? Nearly every Disney fan c
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2 December
‘Elf’ Casting Director Reveals Who Should Play Buddy in Remake
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear.” Twenty years ago, New Line Cinema released a Christmas movie that would quickly become one of the most popular movies to watch during the holidays. Elf starred Will Ferrell as Buddy, a man raised by Papa Elf in the North Pole. Buddy's world is turned upside down when he learns that he is not actually an elf, but
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2 December
Twenty-Year-Old Britney Spears Interview Has the Internet Wanting to Cancel Diane Sawyer
It's been nearly a decade since famed television anchor Diane Sawyer was an everyday regular on air. In 2015, Sawyer left ABC World News Tonight, ending a historic career that started in the late 1960s as a weather anchor in Louisville, Kentucky, and saw her become the first correspondent at 60 Minutes. But throughout her storied career, she made several enemies. She conducted high-profile intervi
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2 December
Want FREE Universal Studios Tickets?
Visa has partnered with the Walt Disney Company for years to offer a uniquely branded credit card. It allowed cardholders of the Visa Chase credit card to enjoy multiple Disney-based perks and earn reward dollars for Disney travel or merchandise. There are two Disney Visa credit cards (one is free, and one has a $49 annual fee). Related: Want FREE Disney World Tickets? (Seriously!) Here’s How… The
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Nov- 2023 -29 November
Haley Stole His Billionaire Donor, So DeSantis Blamed Disney
One of the key storylines from the 2024 Republican Primaries is the race for second place. Former president Donald Trump has first place locked up, at least in the early primary states of Iowa, New Hampshire, and South Carolina. But the race to be the Trump alternative has taken over the headlines. The second-place finisher would presumably step in if he is not on the ballot. Related:Â Disney Just
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28 November
Rival Ups the Ante: Beats Out Disney to Earn Exciting Record!
One of Disney's rivals has officially beaten out the Mouse House to design the world's tallest and fastest theme park ride. There's nothing quite like going to a Disney park to enjoy that quintessential Disney experience. If the Walt Disney Company has done one thing well, it's differentiating itself from the crowd enough that the Disney Parks are notably unique and offer a distinctly immersive ex
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27 November
Dolly Parton’s Sister Hits Back Against Trolls With Expletive-Laced Defense of Music Icon
WARNING: The following article contains content and/or language that may not be suitable for younger readers. Viewer discretion is advised. Music legend and American treasure Dolly Parton had quite the Thanksgiving weekend. She kicked off Thanksgiving by playing the halftime show of the Dallas/Washington game in front of an estimated 41.44 million viewers. Parton played her hits Jolene and 9 to 5
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25 November
Former Disney Star Arrested For Antisemitic Attack
Ever since the Hamas terrorist attack in Israel in early October, Americans on both sides have found themselves at each other's throats. Pro-Palestinian and Pro Israel protests have been fighting themselves on college campuses across the country as the war rages in Gaza, killing thousands of civilians on both sides. But this fight has also found its way into Disney-related circles, and this latest
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21 November
Calling ALL Fans: Come Stay In Pooh Bear’s 100 Aker Wood Home!
Any ardent Winnie the Pooh fans are now able to enjoy a special treat! They can now rent out an all-new Bearbnb and immerse themselves wholly in the world of the honey-loving bear. One of the most incredible things when it comes to the world of Disney is to be able to step into these worlds that animators and creatives have drawn up. That has always been one of the primary allures of the Disney Pa
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18 November
Disney Pixar’s New Harry Potter Movie
The Walt Disney Company has had some recent problems at the box office. Over the past few years, many movies have failed to turn a profit for the massive studio and its subsidiaries. Related:Â Disney World and Disneyland Will Suffer Because of ‘The Marvels' Disney Box Office The trend seems to have begun with Lightyear (2022) and continued with films such as Strange World (2022), Elemental (2
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