Release dates have been announced for the next slate of Marvel shows coming to Disney+. Also a first for Marvel will see one of their show drop a full season all at once, which deviates from the traditional form of weekly episode releases on the streaming channel. During the Walt Disney Company Upfront presentation in New York on May 16, these new series dates were announced by Kevin Feige, President, and Chief Creative Officer of Marvel Studios.
The official return date for the smash hit series “Loki”, will premiere on Oct. 6. Following the next month will be “Echo” the much-anticipated series that will premiere on Nov. 29. The series will follow its lead the newly introduced character to the MCU. The character known as Echo (Maya Lopez) portrayed by Alaqua Cox debuted in another Disney+ project over a year ago, “Hawkeye”.
Echo sought vengeance for the death of her father, one that ended with her being pitted against the infamous Kingpin played by Vincent D’Onofrio. D’Onofrio reprised his role for “Hawkeye” and will do so once so again in this new series. More fan favorites are attached to return in the series such as Charlie Cox as Daredevil. The MCU show’s inspiration comes from the world of the Daredevil comics which has fans excited for more grounded storytelling in these projects.
The new series tells the origin story of Maya Lopez, whose ruthless behavior in New York City catches up with her in her hometown. She must face her past, reconnect with her Native American roots and embrace the meaning of family and community if she ever hopes to move forward.
Loki Season 2 will bring back most of the cast from season one while also focusing on the repercussions of the shocking finale, which introduced Kang the Conquer to the MCU. Kang could have his story further explored in this latest season, as portrayed in an end credits scene from the latest Ant-Man film “Quantamania”.
That scene has given us one of the only story teases for this newest season as well as the return of series lead Loki portrayed by Tom Hiddleston and the fan-favorite TVA agent Mobius portrayed by Owen Wilson, who is on the tail of another Kang Variant. Whatever the series brings with this season fans are sure to be in for an unexpected story this fall.
“The second season of Marvel Studios’ Loki with arrive on Disney+ on October 6, 2023. Picking up immediately where Season 1 left off, during 2022’s D23 Expo star Tom Hiddleston teased that viewers will find Loki in a familiar, but strange, place. “Loki is back at the TVA, he’s had a very difficult confrontation with Sylvie, and Mobius and Hunter B-15 don’t know who he is.” Only time will tell what happens next.”
Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy has announced at The Walt Disney Company’s Upfronts Presentation that the iconic “Indiana Jones” movies and series will be available to stream on Disney+ starting May 31. Fans can stream “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark,” “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,” “Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,” and the television series “The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones” before the final installment of the beloved franchise, “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” opens exclusively in theaters June 30.
“Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark”
In this first installment of the series, which was nominated for eight Academy Awards® including Best Picture and won four, archeologist-adventurer Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) is tasked by Army Intelligence to track down an invaluable staff that is the key to locating the Ark of the Covenant, which is being sought by the Nazis.
“Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom”
After fleeing a nightclub shooting and being dropped out of an abandoned plane, Professor Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford), singer Willie Scott (Kate Capshaw) and 12-year-old Short Round (Ke Huy Quan) find themselves in a starving Indian village who blame their plight on the loss of three mystical stones that have always brought the village prosperity. Jones vows to return the stolen rocks — which brings him and his unlikely cohorts face-to-face with a deadly cult.
“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”
There’s nothing more exciting than trying to keep up with the Joneses in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” Indy’s Nazi enemies are back and have kidnapped his father, Professor Henry Jones, Sr. (Sean Connery), in their effort to locate the sacred Holy Grail. Following a trail from America to Venice to the deserts of the Middle East, it’s up to Indy (Harrison Ford) to save his father, save the Grail and save the day in this non-stop, action-packed adventure the whole family will treasure.
“Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull”
Famed archaeologist/adventurer Dr. Henry Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) is called back into action when he becomes entangled in a Soviet plot to uncover the secret behind mysterious artifacts known as the Crystal Skulls.
“The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones”
At the dawn of the 20th century, Indiana Jones (Sean Patrick Flanery) discovered the world. From globetrotting family expeditions as a 9-year-old to the battlefields of World War I as a teenager, Indy’s experiences shaped the heroic, whip-cracking archaeologist he would become. At every turn, Indy encounters history in the making, meeting true-life activists, soldiers, writers, artists, and thinkers who helped influence the world we live in today.
In celebration of the Indiana Jones movies and series launching on the service, Disney+ subscribers in the U.S. will receive special access to must-have Indiana Jones merchandise on shopDisney from May 31, 2023 – June 8, 2023. For a limited time, Disney+ subscribers in the US can purchase highly-anticipated items from the franchise before the general public.
During this special window, eligible subscribers can visit www.shopdisney.com/IndianaJones or navigate to the Shop tab within the details pages of select Indiana Jones content on Disney+ to scan QR codes or click on a link that will take users directly to the merchandise on shopDisney. The Shop tab will be available to Disney+ primary profiles in the U.S. that have been verified as 18 and older.
Special access will grant Disney+ subscribers early access to products including an Indiana Jones Ear Headband, RSVLTS Apparel, Pin, Funko Pop, and more!
Funko has announced the first wave of their new Pops! With Purpose Pride Collection with more to come, proceeds will aid the It Gets Better Project. Available exclusively at Funko.com, the latest Pops! With Purpose collection benefits the global nonprofit organization’s mission to uplift, empower and connect lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer youth around the globe. The first collection includes a new lineup of Pops! featuring the cast of Netflix’s hit series Queer Eye. Funko will donate $10 for every Queer Eye Pop! sold.
“Funko is committed to supporting the LGBTQ+ community, and the Funko Cares program is a vital component in making that support possible,” said Laura Olson, Sr. Director of ESG. “We are proud to continue our partnership with the It Gets Better Project and look forward to future collaborations.”
“Funko has been a dedicated supporter of the It Gets Better Project for several years and we are excited for the partnership to continue with the Pops! With Purpose Pride Collection,” said Ross von Metzke, Director of Communications and PR for the It Gets Better Project. “Having the support of partners like Funko is critical to our efforts to uplift and empower LGBTQ+ youth.”
Pops! With Purpose is a part of the Funko Cares Program, a charity initiative that gives back to the community through both monetary and product donations. Funko Cares has partnered with Make-A-Wish®, ASPCA, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, Operation Homefront, and more.
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental Tickets are now on sale at El Capitan Theatre including two fan event screenings.
Prior to the movie, guests can step into their element with an all-new H2Whoah Show, plus snap a picture at a themed photo op.
The fan event screenings will take place at 7:00 pm on Thursday, June 15, and Friday, June 16, each with their own exclusive items included with a ticket. The Thursday Fan Event is $40 and the Friday Fan Event is $50. Each screening is shown in Dolby Vision 3D.
Attendees at the Thursday Fan Event will receive one Elemental Mini Basketball Hoop, popcorn, beverage and event credential, and lanyard with their ticket.
Attendees at the Friday Fan Event will receive one set of 4 Elemental Color Changing Cups, popcorn, a beverage, an event credential, and a lanyard with their ticket.
Daily showtimes for “Elemental” in Dolby Vision 3D from June 16 through June 25 are 3:45 pm, 7:00 pm, and 10:15 pm. 2D screenings are available at 9:30 am and 12:30 pm daily. Dates and showtimes are subject to change.
Sensory Inclusive Screenings (shown in 2D) are available June 20 at 7:00 pm. Open Caption screenings (shown in 2D) are available June 21 at 7:00 pm. Spanish Dubbed screenings (shown in 3D) are available on June 25 at 12:30 pm.
The trailer and poster are now available for Disney’s frighteningly fun adventure “Haunted Mansion,” which opens in theaters on July 28.
Directed by Justin Simien, the film features an all-star cast ensemble cast including LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Owen Wilson, Danny DeVito, Rosario Dawson, Chase W. Dillon and Dan Levy, with Jamie Lee Curtis and Jared Leto as The Hatbox Ghost.
Inspired by the classic theme park attraction, “Haunted Mansion” is about a woman and her son who enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters.
The film’s producers are Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, with Nick Reynolds and Tom Peitzman serving as executive producers.
Advance tickets are now available for Disney and Pixar’s all-new, original feature film “Elemental,” which opens only in theaters on June 16. Tickets can be purchased on Fandango, the nation’s leading online movie ticketing service, or wherever tickets are sold. Watch the new TV spot celebrating the innovative new characters and announcing advance ticket sales.
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental Experience
An exciting multi-city mall tour that invites fans into the world of “Elemental”—a stunning locale only Pixar artists could create—kicks off on Friday, May 19, in New York City’s Brookfield Place through May 21. Disney and Pixar’s Elemental Experience, which hits Chicago (May 26-28), Dallas (June 2-4), Los Angeles (June 10-12), and San Francisco (June 16-18), offers an immersive thematic environment for visitors of all ages.
Sponsored by Fandango, Dolby and I’m the Chef Too, the tour features fun film-themed activities like photo and video opportunities, a chance to draw with Pixar artists, a movie-ticket grab in a wind tunnel, plus giveaways, and special film content. A new image detailing the tour stops is available to download and share today.
Disney and Pixar’s “Elemental” is an all-new, original feature film set in Element City, where Fire-, Water-, Earth- and Air residents live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted, and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade challenges her beliefs about the world they live in. Directed by Peter Sohn, produced by Denise Ream, p.g.a., and executive produced by Pete Docter, “Elemental” features a screenplay by John Hoberg & Kat Likkel, and Brenda Hsueh with a story by Sohn, Hoberg & Likkel and Hsueh. The film’s original score was composed and conducted by Thomas Newman. “Elemental” opens only in theaters on June 16, 2023.
Shattering box-office records and generating over a billion dollars worldwide, Nintendo and Illumination’s animated spectacular The Super Marios Bros. MOVIE blasts into homes, on May 16, 2023, exclusively on digital platforms nationwide where you can buy or rent movies – from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
Showcasing an all-star lineup to voice the iconic pop culture characters, The Super Marios Bros. MOVIE stars Chris Pratt (Jurassic World franchise), Charlie Day (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, The Lego Movie), Anya Taylor-Joy (Last Night in Soho, The Queen’s Gambit), Keegan-Michael Key (Key & Peele), Seth Rogan (Neighbors, An American Pickle), Jack Black (Kung Fu Panda franchise) and Fred Armisen (“Wednesday,” Portlandia).
The movie tells the story of two Brooklyn plumbers who are brothers and best friends: Mario, the brave one with the “let’s-a go” attitude, and the perpetually anxious Luigi, who would prefer to go nowhere. We open with the Super Mario Brothers reckoning with their struggling plumbing business and wind up in a whirlwind adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom.
Through their journey, we meet a cast of familiar, lovable characters, ultimately uniting together to defeat the power-hungry villain, Bowser. The Super Mario Bros. Movie takes what millions of gamers worldwide have loved for thirty-five years and levels it up to a new and breathtaking cinematic experience.
Halle Bailey performed Part of Your World from Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” The singer-actress, who stars as Ariel in the upcoming live-action film, performed the song for hundreds of fans in front of Sleeping Beauty’s castle at the Disneyland Resort. The Little Mermaid,” helmed by visionary filmmaker Rob Marshall, opens exclusively in theaters nationwide on May 26, 2023.
“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden from interacting with humans, Ariel must follow her heart.
She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. The film stars singer and actress Halle Bailey (“grown-ish”) as Ariel; Jonah Hauer-King (“A Dog’s Way Home”) as Eric; Tony Award® winner Daveed Diggs (“Hamilton”) as the voice of Sebastian; Awkwafina (“Raya and the Last Dragon”) as the voice of Scuttle; Jacob Tremblay (“Luca”) as the voice of Flounder; Noma Dumezweni (“Mary Poppins Returns”) as The Queen; Art Malik (“Homeland”) as Sir Grimsby; with Oscar® winner Javier Bardem (“No Country for Old Men”) as King Triton; and two-time Academy Award® nominee Melissa McCarthy (“Can You Ever Forgive Me?” “Bridesmaids”) as Ursula.
“The Little Mermaid” is directed by Oscar® nominee Rob Marshall (“Chicago,” “Mary Poppins Returns”) with a screenplay by two-time Oscar nominee David Magee (“Life of Pi,” “Finding Neverland”). The songs feature music from multiple Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (“Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin”) and lyrics by Howard Ashman, and new lyrics by three-time Tony Award® winner Lin-Manuel Miranda.
The film is produced by two-time Emmy® winner Marc Platt (“Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert,” “Grease Live!”), Miranda, two-time Emmy winner John DeLuca (“Tony Bennett: An American Classic”), and Rob Marshall, with Jeffrey Silver (“The Lion King”) serving as executive producer.
The “Part of Your World” single is available on Apple Music, Amazon Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, and the visualizer video can be seen on YouTube. The brand new soundtrack for Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” set for release on May 19, is available now to pre-add at Apple Music, for pre-order on vinyl at Disney Music Emporium, and for pre-order on CD.
Wow. What can I say about SIX the Musical? The number of costumes spotted in the audience told me this show has several fans already. I was really looking forward to this one from all the hype and boy did it deliver!
A word used in the show to describe the experience best is “Historemix”, as it’s a telling and retelling of the stories of the infamous six wives of King Henry VIII. However, the other important play on words they use is “Her-story” because the point of this show is to highlight the wives and retell their stories in a way that is not focused on Henry but focused on them as women. In fact, this show is so focused on spotlighting women, that the entire band and the conductor are also women!
If you are coming to this show not really knowing what to expect, expect to go through every emotion while watching a 90-minute concert chock-full of bangers with no intermission (you won’t miss it). The pacing is great, the energy is high, and WOW can these queens SING! While there are three great songs highlighting all six queens, each of them also has its own song to tell their story.
Please take an opportunity before the curtain to open the Playbill and read a quick synopsis of their legacy and a hint of what to expect from their performance. In 9 amazing songs, you are taken on a delightful and emotional journey that will—If you’re like me—send you down a Google rabbit hole when you get home about the other 5 wives (we all know Anne Boleyn).
The show begins with an upbeat musical summary of the outcomes for each of the wives and a proposal that they should compete to see which queen will win the night with the audience based on how unfortunate their story was compared to the others, later realizing that they now have the power in this retelling to rewrite their own endings and unite against Henry VIII instead of each other.
It’s difficult to really find a standout performer in this show. It honestly gives both the warm fuzzies of a musical and the rush of attending an A-list pop concert. The format allows each performer to showcase their insane vocal prowess. My favorite number was “Get Down” performed by Anna of Cleves (Olivia Donalson) because it was just SO good. It was well performed and funny with high-energy physical comedic and dancing.
It was preceded by, in my opinion, the most charmingly outrageous number in the show, “Haus of Holbein”. TikTokers may recognize this song as a sound that was viral in 2022, but if you’ve never heard it, you will be delighted by the silliness…don’t forget your green sunglasses! “No Way” sung by Catherine of Aragon (Khaila Wilcoxon) was the best way to open the competition.
Wilcoxon absolutely nails this song, and it’s so exciting and high-energy, people were already starting to dance in their seats, except for one who danced in the aisle! Storm Lever as Anne Boleyn is officially my favorite Anne Boleyn, her performance of “The One You’ve Been Waiting For” was just so bubbly and hilarious. It is wonderful to have Natalie Paris on the tour! As the original Jane Seymour, she expertly breaks your heart with her performance of “Heart of Stone”. Did I tear up? Yes, yes I did. “All You Wanna Do” is reminiscent of Britney Spears’ Circus era, and Courtney Mack as Katherine Howard does an amazing job of performing this song fully.
It’s raunchy, funny, and very physically demanding, and she just kills it. “I Don’t Need Your Love” sung by his final wife, Catherine Parr (Gabriela Carrillo) was another soulful and heartbreaking performance. Her marriage to King Henry VIII meant she couldn’t marry the man she really loved, Thomas Seymour and her song reminiscent of Alicia Keys reflects the torch she held for Thomas. Their “Histo-rewrite” is heartwarming, and I only wish it lasted longer.
The set was very simple and minimalist, relying on the performers to set the scene with some lightning design to fill in. Like many modern Broadway shows, the band was on stage with the performers the entire show and was sometimes looped into the performance. In fact, the performers broke the 4th wall not only in dialogue with their band but with the audience.
I found myself occasionally watching Drummer, Paige Durr, as she expertly switched between a physical drum kit and electronic drums to create the sounds for each song. Gabriella Slade’s costume design is really something and a critical part of the show. Many fans in the audience were wearing their own interpretations of her visions. The dresses worn by the queens were fun and modern with futuristic colors and historical nods.
SIX is modern, energetic, and wonderful! The lyrics are ridiculously clever with puns, wordplay, and suggestiveness that is honestly unmatched in anything I have ever seen. There are many nods to other musicals and musical acts. If you haven’t bought tickets to see it this month, don’t lose your head over it, go grab your tickets now. This is one to remember.
SIX will play five weeks in Los Angeles at the Hollywood Pantages Theatre from May 9 to June 10 with tickets available at www.BroadwayInHollywood.com and www.Ticketmaster.com, or by phone at (800) 982- 2787. The show will then play two weeks in Costa Mesa at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts from June 13 to 25 with tickets available at www.scfta.org and by phone at 1-714-556-2787.
The beauty and storytelling of Colombia, the magnificent coastlines and historical sites in Eastern Canada’s Maritime Provinces, plus an enhanced New Zealand itinerary packed with action and adventure welcome guests traveling with Adventures by Disney in 2024.
Headlining the new destinations is Colombia, whose people and cultures sparked the imaginations of Disney storytellers as they created the Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Academy Award-winning film “Encanto.” Now, the travel experts at Disney have curated a one-of-a-kind adventure filled with new discoveries and experiences inspired by the film, and families can go “set-jetting” on their dream trip and see the movie come to life.
“At Adventures by Disney we take families to destinations they want to visit around the globe and make it easy to immerse themselves in new places, cultures, and experiences,” said Nancy Schumacher, senior vice president and general manager of Adventures by Disney. “We are excited to include Colombia in our 2024 lineup, as this country has been an inspiration for Disney stories that are loved the world over. I’m proud of our team for thoughtfully crafting an authentic travel experience that celebrates this incredible destination.”
More information about Adventures by Disney, including the full line-up of itineraries in 2024, can be found at AdventuresbyDisney.com.
An All-New Adventure to Colombia: Bogota, the Coffee Region, Cocora Valley and Cartagena
On this new adventure, guests will be immersed in the diverse cultures and landscapes, get a true taste of the local cuisine, and discover the unique characteristics and beauty of this destination. The brilliant colors found in neighborhoods and architecture, the lush, green landscapes with towering wax palm trees and a kaleidoscope of butterflies, family recipes, traditional customs and music will surround guests as they embrace the splendor of the second most biodiverse country in the world through access and experiences as only Disney can provide.
From the moment “Encanto” directors Byron Howard and Jared Bush visited Colombia, they felt an immediate connection to the country and its people and knew it would be the home of the Madrigal family.
“Every Disney Animation film begins with research, and the trip we took to Colombia as we were developing ‘Encanto’ with Lin-Manuel Miranda immediately brought the story of this magical place and our wondrous Madrigal family to life,” said Howard and Bush. “Colombia is a crossroads of Latin America, and what we learned about family, tradition, music, food, and dance was central to the development of the film. Our hope was always that ‘Encanto’ could celebrate just some of the many different people and cultures we experienced in Colombia – we are thrilled and touched that so many people have felt seen by the Madrigals’ story and now have this opportunity to experience its magic for themselves.”
Highlights of this eight-day, seven-night itinerary include:
Visit the capital city of Bogota, where guests will embark on privately guided tours of the Paloquemao Market and Historic City Center.
Enjoy Colombian coffee and visit a coffee farm in the Coffee Region to see the process for growing and harvesting coffee beans. The nearby town of Salento is part of the inspiration for the setting of “Encanto,” and the Cocora Valley features the tall, towering wax palms and butterflies as depicted in the film.
Experiencing a hands-on arepa-making class, a traditional Latin American dish showcased in “Encanto” by Mirabel’s mother Julieta.
Playing the country’s national sport of Tejo, as seen in the film.
Exploring the city of Cartagena, which inspired the film’s colorful architecture and fabrics. Central to “Encanto” is the Afro-Caribbean influence, prominent in this city.
Trekking the dry forest near Proyecto Titi, an organization dedicated to the preservation of the cotton-top tamarins, a project supported by the Disney Conservation Fund. It was Colombia’s rich biodiversity that inspired the magical ability of the “Encanto” character Antonio, who has the power to communicate with animals.
Snorkeling among the Rosario Islands, a collection of 27 islands home to more than 1,300 species of marine animals, vibrantly colored fish and plants.
Each travel party booked on the inaugural 2024 Adventures by Disney Colombia season will receive a signed lithograph of never-before-released artwork from Walt Disney Animation Studios. This piece of visual development artwork by “Encanto” Associate Production Designer Lorelay Bové set the early concept for the new door to Casa Madrigal that would be revealed at the end of the film – a symbol of the new miracle that Mirabel and her family create together through honesty and love. Bové’s work includes such Walt Disney Animation Studios films as “The Princess and the Frog,” “Tangled,” “Zootopia,” “Big Hero 6” and more.
Adventures by Disney is opening new doors, creating even more ways for families to discover a different kind of magic: the magic of the world around them.
Indiana Jones’s return to the big screen is almost upon us! To celebrate Indiana Jones and his cast of companions have traveled to all corners of the world to find incredible treasures, captivating generations of audiences as they journey to exciting places like Peru, Italy, Egypt, and more.
This is simply a way to travel and have fun, the adventure is entirely up to you. Will you find yourself looking for an ancient idol in the jungle regions of Peru? How about digging up a holy artifact from the ancient sands outside of Cario? Or even making your way across India to discover where some sacred stones may have ended up? Whether you are traveling with leisure in mind or adventure there is plenty of ways to travel like the man with the hat this year.
Here’s a list of trips that will help travelers experience some of the destinations visited by the renowned hero.
It only feels right to start with the opening scene of “Raiders of the Lost Ark”- this excitement is what got us all hooked from the start! During this sequence, we got our first glimpse of the archeologist’s skills as he navigates booby traps inside an ancient Peruvian temple to reach a golden idol.
The Peru: Land of the Inca trip and Wild Galapagos and Peru Escape Expedition Cruise also brings travelers to amazing ruins and archeological sites – without booby traps, of course. With the help of local experts, travelers can explore archeological sites in the Sacred Valley that have yielded incredible historical insights into a thriving Inca community and see the famous ruins at Machu Picchu.
Portugal
A quest to recover a long sought-after artifact finds Indy on board an enemy ship along the Portuguese coast during a very stormy evening at the beginning of “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.”
The coastline is a beautiful spot to sail, and travelers on the Culture and Cuisine: From Oporto to Basque Country by Sea expedition cruise will get to experience that voyage as they make their way from Portugal all the way to Bordeaux, France.
During their time at port in Lisbon, travelers will learn about Portugal’s seafaring history with a tour of monuments from the Age of Exploration, including the 16th-century Belém Tower. This incredible shoreside UNESCO World Heritage Site was once used to defend the city!
Egypt
In “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” Indy’s search for the Ark of the Covenant brings him to Cairo. The Egypt: Ancient Wonders of the Legendary Nile trip will head there as well, along with National Geographic Experts that share rare behind-the-scenes perspectives and insights.
Just like Indy and Marion, travelers will discover ancient architectural marvels in Cairo. Brave explorers will be thrilled to embark on an excursion into an interior burial chamber inside the Great Pyramid of Khufu, the largest structure in the Pyramids of Giza.
Along the way, travelers also have a chance to discover treasures of their own at a local market called Khan el-Khalili. This well-known market has a wide variety of goods for sale and a great selection of food options, just like the one that Indy and Marion visited.
Still excited to keep exploring after some time in Egypt? There’s an opportunity for travelers to extend their trip with a five-day post-trip extension to discover neighboring Jordan, a country with incredible natural wonders and ancient cities. A highlight of the itinerary is a visit to an iconic royal tomb in Petra called The Treasury, which travelers might recognize as the home of the Holy Grail in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” Get all of the important details in the extensions section of the Egypt itinerary page!
There’s action and betrayal around every corner when Indy ventures into an Austrian castle to save his father in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” The duo’s eventual escape by motorcycle, however, leaves the castle in flames.
National Geographic Expeditions travelers on the Danube River Cruise: Budapest to Vilshofen will get to enjoy all the beauty and amazing architecture of nearby castles during their time in Vienna – and travelers won’t want to miss the guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace. The property was the summer residence of the imperial family, and the well-preserved décor truly takes travelers back in time.
India
In “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” Indy and his companions make a crazy descent into India by jumping out of an airplane on an inflatable raft and sledding down the side of the Himalayan Mountains. I definitely wouldn’t recommend this method of exploring this picturesque country, but we can recommend exploring India by train!
Traveling to places not easily accessible by road is a huge perk of embarking on India’s Fabled Rajasthan by Rail trip with National Geographic Expeditions. From meeting locals in small villages to taking in the majesty of the iconic Taj Mahal, this itinerary helps everyone experience all the aspects that make India a can’t-miss country for travelers.
Italy
The search for the Holy Grail brought Indy to the city of Venice in “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.” Audiences saw the amazing city in a flash as the characters expertly dodged foes through the streets, waterways and even the Venetian catacombs.
Venice is a popular stop on the Italy: Renaissance Cities and Tuscan Life trip with National Geographic Expeditions. During a guided (and much slower) tour of the city, travelers will explore the UNESCO World Heritage site with the insights of National Geographic Experts.
Remember the scene where Indy pops out of a manhole right in the middle of an outdoor café? Travelers probably won’t see a recreation of this scene during your private, after-hours dinner at Saint Mark’s Basilica in the very same Piazza San Marco, but it’s always fun to dream!
Morocco
Although Indiana Jones hasn’t gone to Morocco yet, he will soon! The hero is coming back to the big screen for a final time in “Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny,” which premieres on June 30, 2023 – and we’ve been told that some of the filming happened in beautiful Morocco. It’s time to go set-jetting to this amazing location!
Have travelers heard of this trend? Set-jetting is when one visits the places where their favorite movies or shows are filmed, and the Morocco: Legendary Cities and the Sahara trip with National Geographic Expeditions is a great chance to discover the region where the cast and crew filmed the latest installment in this beloved franchise.
Calling all Indy fans! An announcement from Lucasfilm promises two new opportunities to celebrate the man in the fedora ahead of his final big screen appearance in Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Indiana Jones Raider of the Lost Ark will be making a limited theatrical run at the beginning of June. Presented by Fathom Events, there will be two different dates to watch the film on the big screen just in time to prepare for Dr. Jone’s final adventure on the big screen.
Tickets for this special engagement presented by Fathom Events and Paramount Pictures can be purchased at www.fathomevents.com or at participating theatre box offices.
To celebrate at home is the much anticipated 4k individual releases of all four Indy films. These include the original film that started it all as well as, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, and Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
They will be available for the first time on 4K Ultra HD individually and nationwide with Dolby Vision and HDR-10 on June 6, 2023.
In 2021, each film was remastered from 4K scans of the original negatives with extensive work done to ensure the most pristine and highest quality image. The pictured work was approved by director Steven Spielberg. In addition, all four films were remixed at Skywalker Sound to create the Dolby Atmos soundtrack.
Each disc will be beautifully packaged with artwork inspired by the original theatrical posters and will include access to a digital copy of each respective film.
There are more than a few ways to celebrate Indiana Jones and his adventures this summer before the release of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny which opens in theaters on June 30th. With a new director at the helm and a new creative team behind the scenes, time will only tell if the magic behind Indiana Jone’s other adventures can be captured again on the big screen.
Harrison Ford has stated this will be his final outing as Indy and the character’s final outing period on screen. Ford has shared his wish on the role that made him a star, that Indiana never be reprised by any other actor. Time will tell if more adventures that feature Ford’s famous archaeologist will ever appear on the big screen. One thing is for sure, fans have more than a few options to celebrate at home and on the big screen.
