Haunted Mansion

Disney Sponsors Two ‘Haunted Mansion’ Turtles in International Race

Last year we watched the loggerhead turtle named Raya (after the Disney heroine from the 2021 animated movie Raya and the Last Dragon) swim almost 1,000 miles to the Caribbean, with the sponsorship of the Disney Conservation Fund helping her along the way in the famous Tour de Turtles race. Goodbye Disney Princesses, Hello Spiritual Beings This year, Disney has upped its game by supporting two log

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“It’s a Company Built Around a Talking Mouse”: Director Mocks Iger’s Anti-Strike Comments

We have already heard impassioned statements from many actors regarding Disney CEO Bob Iger’s remarks about the writers’ strike — and now an influential Disney director has joined in, just days after his Disney movie’s premiere! Dear White People…and Bob Iger When the Hollywood Reporter asked Justin Simien about Disney CEO Bob Iger and his now-infamous remarks about t

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Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ Is Lazy and Disappointing

I’ve defended the Walt Disney Company and its movies for years now. When up against those who felt Disney was simply taking a loyal audience for granted and playing it safe, I have argued, “Well, the company has been going through a hard time, they have bad leadership, and things will change now that Chapek is gone.” I have even argued that live-action remakes made a lot of sense

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Fans Accuse Disney of Ruining Haunted Mansion With Hatbox Ghost Announcement

On July 28, Disney released its newest live-action film, Haunted Mansion, in theaters. The film starred Rosario Dawson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Danny DeVito, Owen Wilson, Tiffany Haddish, and LaKeith Stanfield. It tells a brand-new story, while also honoring so many things that Guests love about the classic attraction, especially the one located in Disneyland Resort. One of the most exciting characters

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Here’s the Latest on the Hatbox Ghost Coming to the Magic Kingdom!

We all know the Hatbox Ghost is coming to the Magic Kingdom, but now, we know more about this favored specter, which will soon appear in Disney World’s Haunted Mansion. Going to the Magic Kingdom is one of the most cherished trips fans can take while indulging in a Disney vacation. From rides and attractions like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Space Mountain to amazing shows like Happily Ever A

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‘Haunted Mansion’ Gets A Second Movie, But What Other Disney Rides Need a Film?

With Haunted Mansion (2023) coming out this week, it’s time to take a look at some of the hits and very, very hard misses that Disney has had with making movies from its rides. There is, of course, Pirates of the Caribbean (2003), which inspired and brought about a billion-dollar franchise for Disney. The ride inspired the movie, which in turn, inspired the ride. I like the circular nature o

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Unfortunate Ride Accident at Disney World Leads to Lawsuit

The Walt Disney Company can’t seem to dodge lawsuits in Florida. After an unfortunate ride accident at the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction at Walt Disney World Resort, a Guest is now taking legal action against the company. Disney Ride Accident Lawsuit The Haunted Mansion ride at Disney World is a popular experience for many parkgoers that visit the Orlando theme park. It is considered ext

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Disney’s ‘Haunted Mansion’ Cast Might Ghost Their Own Premiere

Some famous haunts have been making headlines lately. Between the Essence Festival in New Orleans, temporary closures of the fan-favorite Disney attraction, and whispers of a Hatbox Ghost entering the Parks, the Haunted Mansion houses plenty of media attention. As Haunted Mansion closes in on its July 28 theatrical debut, Disney announced some ghoul-ing details about the film’s premiere. Directed

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Is Disney’s Haunted Mansion Really Haunted?

The Haunted Mansion is one of the most popular and iconic rides at the Disney Parks. After opening on August 9, 1969, the dark ride quickly became a staple at Disneyland Resort and popular enough that Disney soon opened versions of it in Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World Resort as well as in Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo Disney Resort. Welcome, Foolish Mortals… While experiencing the attract

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Could a Carousel of Progress Film Be Coming Soon?

Between The Little Mermaid and The Lion King, Disney fans have become familiar with—and often lamented—live-action remakes. Nostalgia is at the forefront of Disney fandom, and Walt Disney certainly wasn’t cranking out CGI films. The hand-drawn classic Disney characters captured Disney fans from the start of Walt Disney Animation Studios, which is why so many enthusiasts have resented the modern ad

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