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Chloƫ is a theme park addict and self-proclaimed novelty hunter. She's obsessed with all things Star Wars, loves roller coasters (but hates Pixar Pal-A-Round), and lives for Disney's next Muppets project.

Captain Marvel Exit? Speculation Grows Around Brie Larson’s MCU Future

Captain Marvel 2

After the disastrous box office results of The Marvels (2023), some fans are convinced that Brie Larson is getting the boot as Captain Marvel. Brie Larson’s time in the Marvel Cinematic Universe hasn’t exactly been smooth. Since her debut in Captain MarvelĀ (2019), a certain (very toxic) portion of the fanbase has rooted for her failure, arguing that she’s too cold ...

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Censorship Strikes Again: Disney Edits Classic Cartoon on Disney+

Donald Duck, dressed in his usual blue sailor outfit, looks surprised as he opens a jack-in-the-box with a clown popping out. The scene appears to be indoors with a green and brown background.

Another day, another project censored by Disney. Considering Disney’s century-long history, it shouldn’t be surprising that some of its content shows its age. Over the decades, Disney has produced hundreds of films, shorts, and TV shows – some of which are more controversial than others. Related: Disney Censors ā€˜Aladdin,’ ā€˜Bluey,’ ā€˜The Little Mermaid,’ and More for ā€œWokeā€ Audiences Times have, ...

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Fans In Uproar After Disney Starts Issuing Random Warnings To Park Guests

Disneyland Resort Guest

Disney fans are furious about a recent trend of guests receiving “strikes” via email. A lot has changed about Disney parks since the COVID-19 pandemic, but few updates unanimously irk fans quite like the park reservation system. Guests are now largely required to reserve a date to visit Walt Disney World Resort (unless they have a dated ticket) and Disneyland ...

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Disneyland Evacuation Triggers Confusion as Guests Given No Explanation

Guests on Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park.

A stretch of Main Street, U.S.A. was unexpectedly cleared at Disneyland Resort on March 17, with guests asked to leave multiple locations without explanation. The disruption appeared limited in scope, but it briefly halted activity in one of the park’s busiest areas. Disneyland has not confirmed what caused the evacuation. Recent weeks have already tested operations at the Anaheim resort. ...

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Disney Dials Back New Character Rules After Early Chaos

Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy in their Disney Starlight parade outfits

Disney has adjusted its approach to character meet-and-greets aboard the Disney Adventure following guest feedback during the ship’s early sailings. For decades, Disney parks and cruise ships have offered structured character encounters. Guests can queue to meet everyone from Mickey Mouse to Captain America, posing for photos, collecting autographs, and sharing brief interactions with performers trained to stay in character. ...

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Disney Adds New $50 Paywall to Fireworks Viewing Experience

Disney guests watching fireworks display

Disney has introduced yet another upcharge – this time, for viewing the fireworks. Nighttime spectaculars have long been a defining element of the Disney experience. Whether at theme parks or aboard Disney Cruise Line ships, fireworks traditionally function as the grand finale — a communal moment that closes out the evening. That finale has increasingly become part of Disney’s evolving ...

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Disney Abandons Character Meet-and-Greets Again, Encourages Selfies Instead

Mickey Mouse with a Disney Cruise Line ship

Disney has made a major change to some character meet-and-greets this week. For decades, guests have been able to meet iconic Disney characters at locations across the globe. Whether you’re meeting Snow White at Disneyland Resort or Daisy Duck in Tokyo Disney Resort, the experience typically involves costumed performers who closely resemble their animated counterparts, greeting guests for photos, autographs, ...

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Disneyland Facing Mounting Complaints as Guests Say Park Is “Breaking Down”

Guests enter Disneyland Park

Disneyland Resort has built its reputation on precision. For more than 70 years, Walt Disney’s original theme park has promised a seamless blend of storytelling, technology, and meticulous operations. Attractions run on tight schedules. Cast members guide crowds through themed lands. Guests often expect the experience to feel almost effortless. Reality, of course, sometimes intervenes. Theme parks — even Disney’s ...

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Disney Erases Tower of Terror and More For Theme Park Expansion

Rainbow over Tower of Terror at Disneyland Paris

Disney’s theme parks are entering a new phase of expansion — but not every detail of the future is appearing in the marketing. A recently released advertisement promoting Disneyland Paris’ upcoming Disney Adventure World rebrand has sparked discussion among fans online after several existing attractions appeared to be missing from the promotional imagery. ✨ First look at the new advertising ...

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