With Muppet*Vision 3D now officially closed at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, fans are wondering if the Muppets are being shown the door at Disney World. After all, the attraction was the last major in-park presence for Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the gang—a 4D holdover from a different era of Imagineering. But don’t go mourning the felt just yet. While ...
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Fan Dressed as ‘Monsters, Inc.’ Villain Crashes Muppet*Vision 3D Finale
At this point, it’s no mystery that Disney World is clearing out Muppet Courtyard and Grand Avenue entirely to make room for a brand-new Monsters, Inc.-themed land. The plans include a suspended-door roller coaster inspired by the iconic finale of the 2001 Pixar film. The land will feature characters from Monsters, Inc., including Sulley and Mike. But it looks like ...
Read More »‘Jurassic Park’ Reboot “Authentic to the Original Books” Could Follow ‘Harry Potter’
It’s still hard to believe that Harry Potter is being rebooted as a television series for HBO. Not only are the films still relatively fresh in our minds, but most, if not all, the actors from those films remain synonymous with their on-screen counterparts. But clearly, the series will have a huge draw over fans, as it’s said to be ...
Read More »Confirmed: Draco Malfoy Will Be Played by Two Actors
Tom Felton, best known for playing Draco Malfoy in the eight Harry Potter films, has confirmed that he’ll be reprising his role in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child later this year. Meanwhile, HBO’s upcoming Harry Potter television series has now revealed even more new cast members, including Lox Pratt as Draco Malfoy. Yes, two Malfoys. ...
Read More »HBO’s Full ‘Harry Potter’ Cast Now Confirmed — Meet All 18 Actors
HBO’s Harry Potter reboot just got nine steps closer to Hogwarts. The studio has confirmed yet another round of casting for its upcoming Harry Potter TV series, adding a second wave of actors to the core ensemble. That brings the total number of confirmed cast members to 18—enough to fill an entire table in the Great Hall. Among the biggest ...
Read More »Could Disney’s New Muppets Coaster Feature ‘Christmas Carol’ Scenes?
Muppet*Vision 3D is no more. After entertaining Disney World guests for 34 years with exploding projectors, singing vegetables, and backstage antics, the theater has gone dark. Originally launched in 1991, Muppet*Vision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios was one of the last major projects Jim Henson worked on. The show was filled with deep-cut Muppet charm: Gonzo hijacking the screen, Beaker ...
Read More »Universal Studios GB Could Feature the Jaws Ride — But Which Version?
Jaws could be coming to Great Britain. Universal Studios is finally heading to the UK, and if early reports hold up, it’s bringing some big names with it. Harry Potter, Jurassic World, and Back to the Future are all said to be part of the Bedfordshire resort, which is scheduled to open in 2031. But amid all the usual IP ...
Read More »Jaws Could Be Among Universal Studios Great Britain’s Attractions
Universal Studios Great Britain doesn’t open until 2031, but that hasn’t stopped fans from speculating on what the company’s first UK resort might include. Harry Potter, Jurassic World, Paddington, Back to the Future, and James Bond have all been floated as likely candidates, but there’s one name the rumors haven’t put forward yet, and it’s perhaps the most obvious: Jaws. It’s ...
Read More »‘Harry Potter’s Arabella Stanton Just Proved She’s a Better Hermione Than Emma Watson
Now that HBO has found its new Harry, Ron, and Hermione, the upcoming Harry Potter reboot is quickly taking shape. And while the series won’t begin filming until this summer, one key performance is already making waves in the Wizarding World community. Arabella Stanton, the West End alum currently best known for having played Matilda on stage, who’s now set ...
Read More »New James Bond Reboot Arrives as Daniel Craig Era Officially Ends
Daniel Craig is officially out as James Bond, and now, a new 007 agent has arrived—though not quite in the way most fans expected. The first official trailer for “007 First Light” has been released, marking the debut of a new James Bond in an entirely new format. It’s not a film, though—the Bond reboot is a video game—an action-adventure ...
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