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Robert Downey Jr. Officially Back as Iron Man, Disney Confirms at D23

Iron Man

Disney’s D23 event just delivered a Marvel announcement that longtime fans have been waiting years to hear. Robert Downey Jr. is officially reprising his role as Tony Stark, better known as Iron Man. That carries plenty of weight considering where Marvel left the character. His return as Doctor Doom already created one of Marvel’s biggest surprises in years, but Disney ...

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Official: Disney Reveals Historic Spaceship Earth Replacement at D23 After 43 Years

Spaceship Earth in EPCOT at Walt Disney World Resort

Disney has developed something of an obsession with revisiting its classics. Across Walt Disney World, attractions that once seemed untouchable are getting new technology, new scenes, and, in some cases, significantly different stories. Disney has repeatedly framed these projects as ways to keep longtime attractions relevant for another generation. Now, one of EPCOT’s most recognizable classics is officially next. During ...

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Disney World Issues Closure Notice: 5 Major Attractions Officially Closed for August

Mickey and Minnie Closed

Disney has several projects underway across the resort, ranging from attraction updates to work connected with much larger plans. Some projects will eventually bring entirely different experiences, while others focus on refreshing places guests have known for years. Of course, all that work comes with a tradeoff. Several experiences aren’t available to guests right now, and some won’t return for ...

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Disney World in 2027: Every New Ride, Land, and Hotel Addition Scheduled So Far

A colorful group of animated characters pose with animals in a lush, magical jungle. In the foreground, silhouettes of people watch, suggesting an immersive theme park attraction. Sparkling lights and glowing plants fill the scene.

Walt Disney World is already having a busy stretch, but 2027 could bring an even bigger wave of additions across the resort. Several major projects are currently under construction, including new attractions, an entirely new themed land, and another Disney hotel. One longtime Magic Kingdom attraction is also undergoing a transformation that will dramatically change the experience guests have known ...

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Magic Kingdom’s Villains Land Revealed: Disney Drops 1st Physical Model at D23

An enchanting fantasy landscape featuring jagged, rocky terrain and cascading waterfalls. In the distance, a tall, mystical castle rises amidst mountains under a twilight sky. Glowing lights dot the area, and three dragons fly overhead.

Disney fans have been waiting a long time for a meaningful update on Villains Land. Disney announced the massive Magic Kingdom expansion at D23 in 2024, immediately making it one of the most anticipated projects coming to Walt Disney World. But since then, official information has come slowly. We’ve seen artwork. We’ve heard Disney talk about its creative direction. We’ve ...

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Disney DAS Rules Tighten: Vital Disability Need Locked Behind Daily Paywall

Two women are sitting outside a building with red roofs. One is in a wheelchair, wearing a peach-colored shirt, and the other is on a bench, wearing a white shirt and denim overalls with yellow Minnie Mouse ears. Both are smiling and looking at a smartphone.

A trip to Walt Disney World already comes with plenty of expenses before guests ever walk through the gates. Tickets, hotels, food, transportation, and optional upgrades can quickly push the cost of a vacation higher. But some expenses aren’t really optional for everyone. For guests who need additional assistance to get through a full day at the park, an additional ...

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First Look: Disney Unveils Surprise ‘Simpsons’ Attraction at D23

the simpsons

When The Walt Disney Company completed its purchase of major 21st Century Fox assets on March 20, 2019, the massive deal reshaped the entertainment industry. Valued at roughly $71 billion, the acquisition handed Disney control of an enormous collection of recognizable franchises and characters. That included one family that certainly didn’t look like it belonged alongside Mickey Mouse at the ...

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Disney+ ‘Star Wars’ Era Shrinks Dramatically, With Just One Live-Action Series Set for 2027

'Star Wars: Starfighter' logo

Disney+ spent years making Star Wars television feel almost constant. New characters, spin-offs, and live-action projects kept arriving, turning the streaming service into the franchise’s primary home between theatrical releases. But after several projects struggled to generate the response Lucasfilm wanted, that approach appears to be cooling. Recent disappointments have raised questions about the appetite for live-action Star Wars streaming ...

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11 Years After EPCOT Removal, Disney Reignites Hope for Classic Attraction’s Return at D23

Disney Epcot

Nearly 11 years after a classic attraction disappeared from EPCOT, Disney is officially bringing a piece of its past back into the spotlight. The timing is especially interesting. A major anniversary is approaching, Disney is celebrating the attraction at this year’s D23 event, and another recent release has put one of the biggest names associated with it back in front ...

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Official: Disneyland Closes 40-Year-Old Space Mountain, Unveils Historic New Identity

Nighttime view of the Space Mountain attraction at Disneyland, illuminated in purple and white lights. The structure features a futuristic design with a prominent pointed rooftop. Guests can be seen queuing under the brightly lit entrance canopy as Disney prepares to close for the day.

Disneyland is preparing to make some enormous changes to one of its theme parks, and a classic attraction is right in the middle of the overhaul. After roughly four decades of sending guests racing through the darkness, one version of Space Mountain has officially closed for good. This isn’t a simple refresh, either. The company is rebuilding it with a ...

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