Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[HokieRaven5]

Let’s hope Reed Richards does better than Oberyn Martell

As long as he doesn’t find himself face to face with a Mountain he should be alright

 

[TikiRob]

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I left work late on Monday and told the last soul standing “have a good weekend!”

 

[HokieRaven5]

Knowing What I Know Now - Ariana DeBose, Angelique Cabral and the Cast of Disney’s Wish

 

[zebrastreyepz]

Knowing What I Know Now - Ariana DeBose, Angelique Cabral and the Cast of Disney’s Wish

Hmm.

Vocals are great but I'm not a fan of the arrangement. Maybe it will grow on me or I'll like it better when it's sung in context.

 

[PolyRob]

Tokyo Disneyland Electrical Parade DreamLights Christmas

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WOW! IDK if I am in the minority, but the Nighttime Spectaculars episode of Behind the Attraction really bothered me. Poor WDW had Harmonious highlighted glossing over a lot of it's... issues... and then I was reminded of all the things we do not have at WDW. Please bring back a nighttime parade. MSEP, Paint the Night, this, ANYTHING!

 

[HokieRaven5]

The Christmas Carol window set up has made its way into Magic Kingdom



Mickey Blog Twitter

 

[HokieRaven5]

‘Olaf’s Frozen Adventure’ Finale Returns to Frozen Sing-Along at Disney’s Hollywood Studios for 2023 Holiday Season

 

[HokieRaven5]

NEW: Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed Frozen 4 "might be in the works" during an interview on Good Morning America. Frozen 3 was announced earlier this year.

Iger: "Frozen 3 is in the works ... and there might be a Frozen 4 in the works, too..."

https://twitter.com/x/status/1725148185650155850

 

[HokieRaven5]

World of Frozen Unveiled in Historic Grand Opening Ceremony at Hong Kong Disneyland

Just hours ago, guests from around the world attended a special event to celebrate the grand opening of World of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort!

The royal gates will open to the world’s first Frozen-themed land on Nov. 20, complete with two attractions, Frozen Ever After and Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs, dining, shopping, plus a first-of-its-kind theatrical experience with Anna and Elsa.

Prior to today’s historical moment, the incredible cast members at Hong Kong Disneyland had a chance to experience the land. With a total of 11 #DisneyCastLife previews, cast explored the land, enjoying a boat ride to the North Mountain on Frozen Ever After, traversing through the forest on Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs and even trying the new eats over at Golden Crocus Inn. The magic and joy only exists because of the wonderful cast and this one-of-a-kind experience was the perfect way to thank them.

Today’s very special occasion was what we like to call a “big celebration blowout,” filled with fireworks, drones, and even surprise guests Anna, Elsa and all their friends.

The fun took place in the center of Arendelle with Oaken and Kristoff kicking off the evening alongside the Hong Kong Disneyland Ambassadors. Not only were there many citizens of Arendelle in attendance, special guests also included: Bob Iger, Chief Executive Officer of The Walt Disney Company, Josh D’Amaro, Chairman, Disney Experiences, Michael Moriarty, Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman, Disney Entertainment, and Jennifer Lee, Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios and Oscar-winning writer/director of “Frozen” and “Frozen 2.”

Bob shared, “The Frozen franchise is one of the most successful in Disney history and it’s a testament to the power of great storytelling, which is the foundation of The Walt Disney Company. It’s been this way for 100 years, and our commitment to storytelling and creativity will continue to define our next 100.”

The arrival of Frozen at Hong Kong Disneyland is quite a special moment. “Our Imagineers worked with Jenn’s team at Disney Animation to ensure every detail is just right. World of Frozen transports you to another world, where you can have fun with your loved ones and make some incredible memories together.” Josh added.

Of course, what’s a Frozen celebration without some ice magic? The evening ended with Elsa summoning our favorite snowman, Olaf, and Anna proclaiming the gates of Arendelle officially opening.

Magic truly filled the air with a spectacular fleet of drones taking center stage in the sky and forming iconic images inspired by beloved movies. Intricate patterns mirroring Elsa’s ice magic left everyone with excitement at the world’s FIRST EVER Frozen-themed land!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Percy Jackson and the Olympians - Official Trailer - Two Episode Premiere On Disney+ December 20

 

[firefly_ris]

The Christmas Carol window set up has made its way into Magic Kingdom

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Mickey Blog Twitter

Do they always do this? I have only been to WDW once during the holidays (2015) and don't remember this but I probably just missed it. I love Mickey's Christmas Carol.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Do they always do this? I have only been to WDW once during the holidays (2015) and don't remember this but I probably just missed it. I love Mickey's Christmas Carol.

Next time you go for the Holidays check out the windows of the Emporium! That’s where the diorama scenes are set up.

I don’t know when they started installing it.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Also tonight at 7:30 is finally time for Zack and Cody to have their dinner in Italy that was reserved 15 years ago:

*Checks watch* well it's about time
. . .
: The Suite Life on Deck

https://twitter.com/x/status/1725015842969071619

 

[rangerxenos]

Do they always do this? I have only been to WDW once during the holidays (2015) and don't remember this but I probably just missed it. I love Mickey's Christmas Carol.

If my memory is correct, they've been doing this for a long time.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Fabled 'Museum of the Weird' Candle Man figure joins the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World

Designed by legendary Imagineer Rolly Crump, the Candle Man figure was deemed too scary to go into the original Haunted Mansion and was instead planned to go into a never-realized 'Museum of the Weird' exhibit at the Haunted Mansion.



The demon-like figure is made of dripping wax and can be found in Magic Kingdom's Haunted Mansion attic scene on the left side of the forward motion.

Look for a table next to the suit of armor, and you will see the Candle Man figure looking toward your Doom Buggy.



Rolly Crump died earlier this year, and the Candle Man has likely been installed in both Walt Disney World's and Disneyland's Haunted Mansion as a tribute to Crump.

 

[starlite_]

Percy Jackson and the Olympians - Official Trailer - Two Episode Premiere On Disney+ December 20

This is the first show in what feels like forever that I'm hyped about.

 

[Moliphino]

Pedro Pascal in Talks to Play Reed Richards in Marvel Studios ‘Fantastic Four’

According to Deadline, Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian) is in talks to play the leader of the iconic superhero team. Insiders add scheduling is still being worked out but multiple sources close to the negotiations are saying its headed in the right direction for Pascal to do this and his other future projects, including The Mandalorian season 4 and The Last of Us season 2.

That might make me like Reed Richards. I've found him pretty insufferable in every other incarnation I've watched.

 

[Moliphino]

WOW! IDK if I am in the minority, but the Nighttime Spectaculars episode of Behind the Attraction really bothered me. Poor WDW had Harmonious highlighted glossing over a lot of it's... issues... and then I was reminded of all the things we do not have at WDW. Please bring back a nighttime parade. MSEP, Paint the Night, this, ANYTHING!

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It annoyed me that they spent time on Harmonious (and tried to play it off as something only meant for the 50th) but never even mentioned Illuminations.

 

[1lilspark]

Fabled 'Museum of the Weird' Candle Man figure joins the Haunted Mansion at Walt Disney World

Designed by legendary Imagineer Rolly Crump, the Candle Man figure was deemed too scary to go into the original Haunted Mansion and was instead planned to go into a never-realized 'Museum of the Weird' exhibit at the Haunted Mansion.

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The demon-like figure is made of dripping wax and can be found in Magic Kingdom's Haunted Mansion attic scene on the left side of the forward motion.

Look for a table next to the suit of armor, and you will see the Candle Man figure looking toward your Doom Buggy.

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Rolly Crump died earlier this year, and the Candle Man has likely been installed in both Walt Disney World's and Disneyland's Haunted Mansion as a tribute to Crump.

Wasn’t he already added to land with holiday overlay back in September

 

[Gusey]

It annoyed me that they spent time on Harmonious (and tried to play it off as something only meant for the 50th) but never even mentioned Illuminations.

Literally watching that episode now, and you can tell when the bulk of production was done because they still talk about Harmonious, the dragon at Disneyland's Fantasmic! and Disney Delight at DLP which has gone and will be replaced in January with Symphony of Colour