VIDEO: Official Trailer Released for “Muppets Haunted Mansion” on Disney+

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Disney+ has released the official trailer for “Muppets Haunted Mansion”, which will premiere on the streaming service on October 8. “Muppets Haunted Mansion” features various Muppets and celebrities taking over roles in the classic Disney attraction as Gonzo and Pepe the King Prawn attempt to spend the night in the mansion. Read more about “Muppets … Read more

“Muppets Haunted Mansion” Pre-Show Coming to MuppetVision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Content from the upcoming “Muppets Haunted Mansion” special will soon be added to the pre-show of Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The updated pre-show will debut on October 1, while “Muppets Haunted Mansion” will premiere on Disney+ a week later.

PHOTOS: 50th Anniversary Fence Cover Now Hides Construction at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

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Every inch of Walt Disney World is being decorated for the upcoming 50th anniversary on October 1. Construction materials at Disney’s Contemporary Resort are now blocked from view by a 50th anniversary fence cover. We saw crew members installing the cover on the fence this morning. It’s blue, with EARidescent swirls along it. The 50th … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Disney Gift Cards Available at Walt Disney World

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With only days to go until “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” officially kicks off, special 50th anniversary souvenirs and merchandise are arriving at Walt Disney World. We previously found a special 50th anniversary gift card, and now four more 50th designs are available. We found these in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom, but they will … Read more

PHOTOS: Star Wars – Rise of the Resistance Opens Standby Queue for the First Time, Large Crowds Form at Hollywood Studios Rope Drop

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Today, for the first time, guests are able to wait in a standby queue for Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The virtual queue is no longer available (though may be available on busy days in the future). We were at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this morning … Read more

PHOTOS: ‘Squeeze the Day’ at Disneyland Resort With New Orange Bird and Dug Hats

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Two new baseball caps featuring Orange Bird and Dug from “Up” are now available at Disneyland Resort. We found them in Elias and Co. at Disney California Adventure. Dug “I have just met you and I love you” Hat – $29.99 Orange Bird “Squeeze the Day” Hat – $27.99 Will you snag either of these … Read more

PHOTOS: Work Continues on Structure Next to TRON Lightcycle Run at Magic Kingdom

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It looks like work has picked back up on the two-story structure next to TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom. Since our last construction update, stairs have been installed on the side of the structure, and a red safety fence surrounds each level. Workers were ascending the stairs this morning. Other crew members were … Read more

PHOTOS: New Ramps Coming Soon to Magic Kingdom Ferryboats, May Allow Direct Boarding to Top Level

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There has been some work at the Magic Kingdom ferryboat dock in the past week. A short section of ramp has been added next to the dock, next to the main ramp for boarding ferryboats. The ferryboats take guests to and from the Transportation and Ticket Center. It’s likely the new ramp will go to … Read more

PHOTOS: New 50th Anniversary Bracelet and Charm by Pandora at Walt Disney World

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A new bracelet and charm by Pandora are now available at Walt Disney World to celebrate the resort’s 50th anniversary. They are available at Creations Shop in EPCOT. Mickey Mouse Charm Bracelet – $160 Cinderella Castle Charm – $75

PHOTOS: Imagineers Cleverly Conceal Construction With Clouds for View of EPCOT Aboard the ‘Stellarvator’ at Space 220

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Yesterday, Space 220 Restaurant finally opened at EPCOT. The brand-new restaurant takes guests 220 miles above the Earth for a stellar meal. The experience includes a ride in the “Stellarvator,” which launches guests up to the Centauri Space Station. Of course, the elevator doesn’t really go to space, but it does offer some great views … Read more

PHOTOS: New Limited Edition Dopey ‘Windows of Main Street,’ ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ Anniversary, and Star Wars Pins at Disneyland Resort

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We found a few new pins in Little Green Men Store Command at Disneyland. One is the latest installment in The Windows of Main Street U.S.A. series, while the other celebrates the 80th anniversary of a Disney classic. Limited Edition Dopey “The Windows of Main Street U.S.A.” Pin – $19.99 Dopey peeks out of the … Read more

PHOTOS: New Jack Skellington and Sally Disney nuiMOs Plush Arrive at Disneyland Resort

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“The Nightmare Before Christmas” Disney nuiMOs plush have arrived at Disneyland Resort. We found Jack Skellington and Sally in World of Disney at Downtown Disney District. The nuiMOs display case has Jack and Sally dressed up in the new Halloween outfits. Jack Skellington nuiMOs Plush – $21.99 Jack’s jacket is removable so you can give … Read more

PHOTOS: Scrim Removed From Around Future Dining Location in New Orleans Square at Disneyland

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Scaffolding and scrim have been removed from around the future quick-service dining location coming soon to New Orleans Square in Disneyland Park. The possible “The Princess and the Frog”-themed location replaces the clothing store Le Bat en Rouge. Since Le Bat en Rouge closed and was surrounded by scrim, the façade has been painted in … Read more

Disney Institute Launching ‘50 Years of Magical Learnings From Walt Disney World Resort’ Online Course

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Disney Institute is introducing a new online course about the creation of Walt Disney World in honor of the resort’s 50th anniversary. In the “50 Years of Magical Learnings from Walt Disney World Resort” experience, users can click on various locations on an interactive map to take virtual lessons and get a behind-the-scenes look at … Read more

Bob Chapek Defends Disney’s Talent Compensation in Vague Statement About ‘Black Widow’ Lawsuit

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Disney CEO Bob Chapek has finally made a vague public statement about Scarlett Johansson’s lawsuit regarding “Black Widow”‘s simultaneous theater and Disney+ release. At the Goldman Sachs 30th Annual Communacopia Conference, Chapek was asked about the compensation of Hollywood talent as distribution models are changed, and the advantages Disney has as a place that talent … Read more

‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’, ‘Olaf Presents’, and More Coming to Disney+ on November 12

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Friday, November 12 is Disney+ Day, which means several new titles will be available on the streaming service that day. Among these new titles is “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.” The Marvel film shattered records when it was released in theaters on Labor Day weekend, and now Disney+ subscribers will be able … Read more