Disney Studios Day 2 at D23 Expo Explodes with Exclusives

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September 11, 2022

The Walt Disney Studios continued to fuel the fire ignited at the Saturday Sept 10th showcase with a jam-packed presentation from the teams at Lucasfilm, Marvel Studios and 20th Century Studios at the Anaheim Convention Center as part of D23 Expo 2022.

Thousands of fans were among the first to hear new announcements, see never-before-seen footage and hear from the stars of the industry’s biggest streaming and theatrical titles slated for the coming months and beyond.

Alan Bergman, chairman, The Walt Disney Studios, welcomed a fired-up crowd to Hall D23. Bergman reflected on the 13-year history of D23 Expo and the evolution of the Studios group. “That [first] year, none of the iconic studios you’ll hear from today were part of the company,” he said. “It was just Disney Animation, Disney Live Action and Pixar. We announced the Marvel acquisition just before our first Expo in 2009.

Then three years later, we added Lucasfilm, and in 2019, 20th Century Studios. I’ve been at Disney for 26 years, so it’s been incredibly exciting to welcome each of them to our Studio family. And like Disney and Pixar, each of these studios has a phenomenal legacy of storytelling.”

Joining Bergman to walk fans through the upcoming slate of films were studio executives Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm; Kevin Feige, producer and president of Marvel Studios; and James Cameron, director of 20th Century Studios’ “Avatar: The Way of Water.” The showcase included the following highlights.

LUCASFILM
Bergman introduced Kathleen Kennedy, president of Lucasfilm, who guided the audience through the incredible lineup ahead. “As you can see, there is an immense amount of exciting new Star Wars storytelling to come from Lucasfilm. The quality, creativity, and variety these teams are bringing to Disney+ is absolutely remarkable, and I can’t wait for everyone to experience each of them.”

First up, “ANDOR” a 24-episode spy thriller that features one of the central characters in “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” Kennedy welcomed to the stage stars Genevieve O’Reilly, Kyle Soller, Adria Arjona and Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, as their character posters were unveiled. A highlight for all was the showing of the final trailer for the spy thriller filmed over two 12-episode seasons.

The era featured in “Andor”—the five years before the events of “Rogue One”—is filled with danger, deception and intrigue where Cassian will embark on the path that is destined to turn him into a rebel hero. “Andor” presents Star Wars from a different perspective, focusing on everyday people whose lives are affected by the Empire.

The decisions they make have real consequences, and the stakes for them—and the galaxy—couldn’t be higher. The series also stars Stellan Skarsgård, Forest Whitaker, Denise Gough, Fiona Shaw and Faye Marsay. Toby Haynes, Susanna White and Benjamin Caron direct specific episodes, and Kathleen Kennedy, Tony Gilroy, Sanne Wohlenberg, Diego Luna and Michelle Rejwan executive produce.

Tony Gilroy is also the creator and showrunner. With action, adventure and suspense filmed against a cinematic landscape, the first three episodes of season 1 premiere exclusively on Disney+ on September 21.

Kennedy reflected on the world created in 1988 by George Lucas and Ron Howard that inspired the next step in the magical journey—a new live-action fantasy-adventure series “WILLOW,” from Lucasfilm and Imagine Entertainment. Kennedy introduced Warwick Davis (Willow Ufgood), who shared his excitement to return to Andowyne before being joined by series stars Joanne Whalley (Sorsha), Ruby Cruz (Kit), Erin Kellyman (Jade), Ellie Bamber (Dove), Dempsey Bryk (Airk), Amar Chadha-Patel (Boorman) and Tony Revolori (Graydon). To the delight of surprised fans, Christian Slater was also welcomed to stage as a member of the ensemble cast.

Set in a magical world where brownies, sorcerers, trolls and other mystical creatures flourish, “Willow” is the story of an unlikely group of heroes who set off on a dangerous quest, facing their inner demons and coming together to save their world. An epic period fantasy told with a modern sensibility and plenty of humor, heart, energy and vibrancy, “Willow” begins streaming on Disney+ Nov. 30.

Executive producer Dave Filoni joined Kennedy on stage for a host of upcoming titles, streaming on Disney+.

Filoni showed a new image from the upcoming 16-episode second season of the animated series “STAR WARS: THE BAD BATCH.” Months have passed since the events on Kamino and the Bad Batch continue their journey navigating the Empire after the fall of the Republic. They will cross paths with friends and foes, both new and familiar, as they take on a variety of thrilling mercenary missions that will take them to unexpected and dangerous new places. “Star Wars: The Bad Batch” features the voices of Dee Bradley Baker and Michelle Ang, with Filoni, Carrie Beck, Athena Portillo, Brad Rau and Jennifer Corbett serving as executive producers. Rau is also serving as supervising director with Corbett as head writer. Revealed today: the series will begin streaming on Disney+ with a two-episode premiere on Jan. 4, 2023.
Filoni segued to “STAR WARS: TALES OF THE JEDI,” six brand-new animated shorts featuring parables built around Jedi from the prequel era. Journey into the lives of two distinctly different Jedi—Ahsoka Tano and Count Dooku—each will be put to the test as they make choices that will define their destinies.
To the delight of the audience, Filoni shared the official trailer for the series and announced that all six shorts will debut Oct. 26 on Disney+. The series is created by executive producer Dave Filoni, with Carrie Beck and Athena Portillo serving as executive producers.

Filoni shared how much the character of Ahsoka means to him—having crafted her story since her 2008 debut in the animated series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” through her live-action debut in “The Mandalorian.” “AHSOKA” is a new live-action series heading to Disney+ starring Rosario Dawson in the title role. Fellow executive producer Jon Favreau joined Filoni on stage to talk about the project and shared first-look images with attendees. Set after the fall of the Empire, “Ahsoka” follows the former Jedi knight Ahsoka Tano as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy. The new series is slated for 2023 and will be exclusive to Disney+. The executive producers are Filoni, Favreau, Kennedy, Colin Wilson, Carrie Beck with Karen Gilchrist as co-executive producer.

Favreau and Filoni were joined by “STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW” creators Jon Watts and Christopher Ford, who talked about the series, which is coming soon on Disney+. “Skeleton Crew” tells the story of four kids who find themselves lost in in the vastness of the galaxy trying to find their way home. Applause erupted when star Jude Law came out to greet fans. Favreau, Filoni, Watts, Ford, Kennedy and Michelle Rejwan executive produce.
Favreau and Filoni were excited to discuss season 3 of “THE MANDALORIAN,” inviting executive producer Rick Famuyiwa to join them on stage, as well as stars Pedro Pascal, Katee Sackhoff, Amy Sedaris, Giancarlo Esposito and Emily Swallow. Together, they shared the season 3 teaser trailer with the audience.

In the third season of “The Mandalorian,” the Mandalorian and Grogu have been reunited and continue their journey through the lawless galaxy. Season 3 is set to launch exclusively on Disney+ in 2023. Kennedy and Colin Wilson also executive produce, with Karen Gilchrist and Carrie Beck as co-executive producers.

Before Kennedy concluded the Lucasfilm presentation, she had one more title to share. “I couldn’t leave here without talking about one other project we’ve been hard at work on at Lucasfilm—Indiana Jones,” she said as the familiar theme played and the crowd erupted. “I’m thrilled to welcome to the stage our director, James Mangold. Mangold wowed the crowd with some new details along with a sizzle reel from the upcoming fifth installment of the immensely popular “INDIANA JONES” franchise, which opens in theaters June 30, 2023.

Joining Kennedy and Mangold on stage was the one-and-only Harrison Ford alongside co-star and Emmy® winner Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Ford, who was a little emotional on stage, said, “Thank you for making these films such an incredible experience for all of us. I’m very proud to say that this one if fantastic, and [Waller-Bridge] is one of the reasons.

“Indiana Jones movies are about fantasy and mystery, but they’re also about heart,” continued the actor. “I’m really, really happy that we have a really human story to tell, as well as a movie that will kick your ass.”

MARVEL STUDIOS
Greeting fans at D23 Expo 2022, Kevin Feige said he’s been coming to D23 Expo for years—taking in all the performances the other studios in the Disney family bring to the stage. “I’ve always been a little jealous,” Feige admitted. “Why can’t we get our own musical number?” That kicked off a show-stopping performance of the buzzy fan-favorite “I Could Do This All Day” from the show-within-a-show “Rogers: The Musical” in last year’s Disney+ series “Hawkeye.” Bringing it to life live on stage were 22 performers, a six-piece live rhythm section and composer and conductor Marc Shaiman, who wrote the song for “Hawkeye.”

Feige returned to the stage, reviewing recent announcements including the Multiverse Saga—the conclusion of Phase 4, the Phase 5 slate and the Phase 6 titles that include “Fantastic Four” and two new Avengers films: “The Kang Dynasty” and “Secret Wars.”

Marvel Studios continues to create exciting and connected MCU storylines for Disney+, including:

“IRONHEART” executive producer Ryan Coogler offered fans an early look at the new series that takes place after the events of “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” Dominique Thorne returns as Riri Williams, a young, genius inventor determined to make her mark on the world. Her unique take on building iron suits is both brilliant and flawed, and “Ironheart” delves into the dynamics of tech versus magic. Feige invited Anthony Ramos to the stage to greet fans and share a little about his character, Parker Robbins aka The Hood. The new series is slated for Disney+ next year.
Streaming on Disney+ beginning Oct. 7 is Marvel Studios’ first-ever special presentation,“WEREWOLF BY NIGHT.” Director Michael Giacchino joined Feige on stage alongside stars Gael García Bernal and Laura Donnelly to give fans new details and the first trailer for the upcoming special that Feige called “fun-scary.”

The thrilling new series “SECRET INVASION”launches on Disney+ in 2023. Don Cheadle, who reprises his role of Colonel James Rhodes, was on hand to talk about the new show. The cast includes Cobie Smulders as Maria Hill, Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury and Ben Mendelsohn as the Skrull Talos—plus Olivia Colman, Emilia Clarke and Kingsley Ben-Adir. Fans were shown a scene and the brand-new trailer from the event series that showcases a faction of shapeshifting Skrulls who have been infiltrating Earth for years.

Cheadle segued into another Disney+ project he’ll star in, “ARMOR WARS.” Rhodey fans will see the character in a whole new light, and considering the title of the series, audiences can look forward to all-new suits for the hero, featuring different types of armor. Title treatment is available to download and share.
Production for season 2 of “LOKI” is already underway. Arriving to D23 Expo directly from the set were Tom Hiddleston, Owen Wilson, Sophia Di Martino and Ke Huy Quan. Fans also got a glimpse at the upcoming season that picks up in the aftermath of the shocking season finale when Loki finds himself in a battle for the soul of the Time Variance Authority. Season 2 of “Loki” begins streaming on Disney+ in 2023.
Cast members from “ECHO,” including Alaqua Cox, Vincent D’Onofrio, Devery Jacobs, Graham Greene, Cody Lightning and Chaske Spencer, hit the stage in Hall D23, providing some insight about Maya Lopez, whose ruthless behavior in New York City catches up with her in her hometown. Audience members were treated to a special look at the upcoming series that also stars Tantoo Cardinal and Zahn McClarnon. The new series will stream soon on Disney+.

Production doesn’t kick off till next year for “DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN,” but Feige and D’Onofrio were eager to chat about the new show coming to Disney+. Fans went wild when Charlie Cox appeared on stage to discuss the 18-episode new season of the show. And since production isn’t yet underway, fans were treated with a clip from an upcoming episode of “She Hulk: Attorney at Law”—now streaming on Disney+—that features the super powered hero.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to thrill fans of the big screen, starting with the last film of Phase 4.

“BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER”director Ryan Coogler shared an exclusive look at a scene and some highlights from the much-anticipated follow-up to 2018’s “Black Panther.” Much to the crowd’s delight, cast members Angela Bassett (Queen Ramonda), Letitia Wright (Shuri), Winston Duke (M’Baku) and Tenoch Huerta (Namor) joined Coogler and Feige on stage. In the story, the Wakandans fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. The heroes must band together to forge a new path for the kingdom. Also starring Lupita Nyong’o (Nakia), Danai Gurira (Okoye), Florence Kasumba (Ayo), Dominique Thorne (Riri Williams), Michaela Coel (Aneka), Mabel Cadena (Namora), Alex Livinalli (Attuma) and Martin Freeman (Everett Ross), “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” is produced by Feige and Nate Moore, and hits the big screen on Nov. 11.

Joining Feige on stage to officially kick off Phase 5 of the MCU were “ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA” stars Paul Rudd (Scott Lang/Ant-Man), Evangeline Lilly (Hope Van Dyne/The Wasp) and Jonathan Majors (Kang). The audience was treated to an exclusive look at the film that features Super Hero partners Scott Lang and Hope Van Dyne, who team up with Hope’s parents, Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) and Janet Van Dyne (Michelle Pfeiffer), and Scott’s daughter, Cassie Lang (Kathryn Newton), to explore the Quantum Realm, interacting with strange new creatures and embarking on an adventure that will push them beyond the limits of what they thought was possible. Hitting theaters Feb. 17, 2023, the film connects to “Avengers: The Kang Dynasty,” said Feige.
Feige officially confirmed that Matt Shakman, who directed every episode of 2021’s “WandaVision” would be directing “FANTASTIC FOUR.” The film opens in theaters on Nov. 8, 2024.
Continuing Sam Wilson’s journey as Captain America is a brand-new film heading to theaters in 2024. “CAPTAIN AMERICA: NEW WORLD ORDER” director Julius Onah joined Feige on stage. Together, they welcomed “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier” returning stars Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson/Captain America), Danny Ramirez (Joaquin Torres) and Carl Lumbly (Isaiah Bradley). They join new cast members Tim Blake Nelson (The Leader), who was on hand at D23 Expo today, as well as Shira Haas (Sabra). “Captain America: New World Order” hits theaters on May 3, 2024.
The identities of the “THUNDERBOLTS” were unveiled this morning as Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Valentina Allegra de Fontaine), David Harbour (Red Guardian), Hannah John-Kamen (Ghost), Sebastian Stan (James “Bucky” Barnes/The Winter Soldier) and Wyatt Russell (John Walker/U.S. Agent) joined director Jake Schreier on stage to thunderous applause. The esteemed team also features stars Olga Kurylenko (Taskmaster) and Florence Pugh (Yelena Belova)—Pugh recorded a greeting for the D23 Expo audience. “Thunderbolts” opens in theaters on July 26, 2024.
Feige capped the Marvel Studios presentation with“THE MARVELS,” revisiting key moments in the MCU before welcoming to the stage director Nia DaCosta and cast members Iman Vellani (Kamala Khan/Ms. Marvel), Teyonah Parris (Monica Rambeau) and Brie Larson (Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel). Fans were given a special look at scenes from the new movie, which opens in theaters on July 28, 2023.

20TH CENTURY STUDIOS
Alan Bergman returned to the stage and was joined virtually by Academy Award®-winning producer/director James Cameron, currently in New Zealand, where he is still hard at work readying the release of the highly anticipated sequel to the biggest film of all time, “Avatar.” “AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER,” which opens in theaters on Dec. 16, welcomes back to the big screen returning cast members Sam Worthington (Jake Sully), Zoe Saldaña (Neytiri), Sigourney Weaver (Kiri) and Stephen Lang (Colonel Miles Quaritch), who appeared on stage with producer Jon Landau.

The crowd was treated to some fun anecdotes and exciting revelations about the new film before meeting the new-generation cast members Jamie Flatters (Neteyam), Jack Champion (Spider), Bailey Bass (Tsireya) and Trinity Jo-Li Bliss (Tuk). Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, “Avatar: The Way of Water” begins to tell the story of the Sully family, the trouble that follows them, the lengths they go to keep each other safe, the battles they fight to stay alive and the tragedies they endure.

Before the show concluded, the lucky fans learned they’d be among the first to see scenes from “Avatar: The Way of Water”—right now. Each was invited to don a pair of Dolby 3D glasses—a Hall D23 first—to get fully immersed in the brand-new footage.

Disney Branded TV Panel at D23 Expo 2022 was Epic

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Robbie Bulus

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September 11, 2022

Disney Branded Television has revealed new projects and released never-before-seen content for its series and movies across Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney Junior during Disney’s Epic Entertainment Showcase: The Musical: The Extravaganza! at D23 Expo 2022 in Anaheim, California.

The announcements were made by Disney Branded Television President Ayo Davis with some help from the casts and creative teams of current and upcoming series and movies across Disney+, Disney Channel and Disney Junior.

“At Disney Branded Television, we create shows full of magic, adventure, thrill and heart that resonate with audiences around the world,” said Davis. “Our announcements today spotlight the breadth and depth of our commitment to entertaining fans of all ages, across animation, live-action series and movies, unscripted and documentaries.”

Disney Premiere dates and trailers unveiled:

“American Born Chinese” – first look at the exciting new Disney+ Original series coming in 2023

“Big Shot” – season two, all episodes streaming on Disney+ on Oct. 12
“Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur” – debuts Feb. 10 on Disney Channel and shortly thereafter on Disney+

“National Treasure: Edge of History” – Disney+ Original series set to debut Dec. 14 with two episodes.

“Prom Pact” – first look at new movie revealed

“The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder” – season two premieres February 2023 on Disney+ announced with all-new trailer!

“The Santa Clauses” – Disney+ Original series debuts Nov. 16 with two episodes – first-look teaser released.

Other announcements during the showcase included the following:

Three new unscripted holiday specials announced for Disney+ streaming this holiday season: “Best in Snow,” an action-packed winter competition event hosted by Titus Burgess; “Pentatonix: Around the World for the Holidays,” following the superstar a cappella group as they work to find inspiration for their annual holiday album; and “The Hip Hop Nutcracker,” a modern reimagining of a holiday classic that fuses the worlds of hip-hop and classical music to put a fresh spin on a beloved tale.
In season four of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” after an epic summer at Camp Shallow Lake, the Wildcats return to East High where they will prepare a stage production of “High School Musical 3: Senior Year.” On their first day back, the principal announces that Disney has decided to make the long-awaited “High School Musical 4: The Reunion” movie on location at their beloved high school, and our Wildcats will be playing featured extras in the movie. It’s season four, and it’s now or never.
New single “Can You Picture That?” from the upcoming Disney+ series “The Muppets Mayhem” released after The Electric Mayhem’s live performance of the musical number – https://disneymusic.lnk.to/CanYouPictureThat
New details about “Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures” were shared with D23 Expo attendees about the upcoming series and two members of the lead voice cast – Jamaal Avery Jr. and Emma Berman revealed.

Funko Brings the Magic to D23 Expo

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Maverick Bohn

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September 11, 2022

Funko has come to the D23 Expo and has brought a plethora of magical exclusives and one-of-a-kind items for guests of all ages. We had a chance to catch up with Funko Founder, Mike Becker, who personally showcased each item at the booth this year that celebrates some of the best that Disney and Funko have to offer fans.

To kick things off, Big Hero 6 fans get the chance to assemble and bring home a very special Baymax Soda figurine. This is a limited edition figure of only 5,000 pieces, with even fewer Chase figures that are hidden among the lucky few that are able to claim their very own personal health care companion. Though the fun doesn’t stop there!

The ever popular soda series had more to offer, with a vast array of limited edition mini figures. We had a chance to search for the Chase figures on both the Philharmagic Mickey Mouse (LE of 15,000) and the Fun and Fancy free variant of Donald Duck (LE of 7,500) . Each figure comes in the iconic Funko Soda themed can and is the perfect addition to your Funko collection.

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Though it wouldn’t be the D23 Expo without a Convention Exclusive Edition Funko pop figure! As fans get their first look at Disney’s reimagined live-action adaptation of the classic tale, Pinocchio, on Disney+, they also get the opportunity to bring home the iconic conscience and trusted companion, Jiminy Cricket. This figure adds to the iconic Disney Classics collection and is already a highly sought after figure for the D23 Expo.

More Funko Fun

If you’re looking for something a bit more interactive, Funko Games also brings something new and exciting to this year’s Expo. Attendees will have a chance to purchase Disney Kingdomania, an expandable and family friendly game that features over 40 figures from all corners of the rich tapestry of Disney storytelling. You will work with up to 2 players to combat glitches in the world of Disney, bringing a wide array of characters together to team up and restore their worlds before these powerful glitches crash the game!

D23 Expo 2022: Disney & Marvel Games Showcase

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Jeanine Yamanaka

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September 11, 2022

D23 Expo 2022 finally resumed with gusto this year after a COVID-mandated hiatus, presenting news and upcoming events pertinent to every branch of the wildly extensive Walt Disney Company.

One of the highlights of the first day’s activities was “Disney & Marvel Games Showcase,” which revealed news about games from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Studios.

The program started off with rapid-fire trailers and clips from games new, coming soon, and updated, and also included short interviews with some of the game makers.

Premiering Games:

Disney Illusion Island: Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy explore the mysterious islands of Monoth and embark on a quest to recover three mystical books required to save the world from disaster. From Disney and Dlala Studios, Disney Illusion Island debuts exclusively on the Nintendo Switch™ system in 2023 and is currently available to wishlist on the Nintendo eShop today.

TRON: Identity: Taking place in the world of TRON, this visual novel/puzzle mystery game from Bithell Games stars Query–a detective program engaged with crime solving. It arrives on PC and console in 2023.

Marvel | Skydance New Media Project: Set in the Marvel Universe, this first initiative from Skydance New Media, a new AAA game studio, is a narrative adventure that features an original World War II-era story. At various points in the game, players can play four different heroes: A young Steve Rogers/Captain America; Azzuri, T’Challa’s grandfather and the WWII-era Black Panther; Gabriel Jones, a U.S. soldier and member of the Howling Commandos; and Nanali, leader of the fledgling Wakandan Spy Network. Skydance New Media is helmed by award-winning writer and director Amy Hennig.

MARVEL World of Heroes: An Augmented Reality game developed in collaboration with Niantic and Marvel Entertainment, which will allow you to not only create your own Super Hero identity, but also team up with your favorite Marvel characters in the real world. World of Heroes launches globally on mobile devices in 2023, with pre-registration available now at marvelworldofheroes.com.
Gargoyles Remastered: The classic 90s platformer is getting an update to its visuals and controls with Empty Clip Studios, and coming to modern consoles and PC.

D23 Expo 2022 Games Showcase Highlights

Sneak Peeks:

Avatar: Reckoning: A mobile MMORPG shooter, players got a quick look at avatar customization and some of the new game modes and regions of Pandora. Coming soon.
Aliens: Dark Descent: A tactical squad-based action game in which gamers confront a Xenomorph outbreak with Colonial Marines. Arriving next year on PC and consoles.

Additional Content:

Disney Dreamlight Valley: The life-sim adventure game now in Early Access will be adding a Toy Story update with new quests involving Woody and Buzz Lightyear.
Disney Mirrorverse: Hades and other villains will come to the Mirrorverse at Halloween time to engage in battle with the divergent universe Disney and Pixar characters. This mobile game is currently available on the App Store and Google Play.
Disney Speedstorm: Monsters, Inc content will be added to Disney Speedstorm in a planned update with new racers Sully, Mike Wazowski, Celia Mae, and Randall, along with “The Factory, ” a new Monsters, Inc. inspired racing track. Disney Speedstorm launches soon on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One and PC.
MARVEL Strike Force: Players will be able to recruit Red Hulk on September 13 as Apocalypse’s newest Horseman of War. MARVEL Strike Force is available on the App Store and Google Play.
LEGO Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga: The Galactic Edition will launch on November 1st with 6 new 13-character packs including popular personalities such as Cassian Andor, Reva, Captain Rex, and more. LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Galactic Edition will be available for the Xbox One family of devices including Xbox Series X, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™ and PC.

Coming This Year:

Return to Monkey Island (September 19): A new adventure for the famous series’ Guybrush Threepwood releases on PC and Nintendo Switch on September 19, International Talk Like a Pirate Day.
MARVEL SNAP (October 18): A card battle game that utilizes the entire Marvel multiverse will launch globally on mobile and PC on October 18th. Players can pre-register for the game now.

Marvel’s Midnight Suns (December 2): A set of Prequel Shorts that set up the backstory for the formation of the Midnight Suns will premiere October 31, 2022, on the Marvel Entertainment YouTube channel. The tactical RPG that has players battling unsavory supernatural elements alongside legendary Marvel heroes will launch on December 2 for Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation® 5.

“The Simpsons” Season 33 Coming to Disney+ Oct 5

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Robbie Bulus

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September 9, 2022

During the D23 Expo 2022, the cast and creative team of “The Simpsons” announced that season 33 of the hit animated series will stream October 5 on Disney+.

In celebration of Disney+ Day yesterday, “Welcome to the Club,” a new short from “The Simpsons,” was released on the streaming service. In the latest short, it’s Disney+ Day and Lisa Simpson has her heart set on the ultimate princess transformation. After meeting some of Disney’s most notorious villains, Lisa is surprised to learn being bad just might be more fun.

The Simpsons Welcome to the Club

“Welcome to the Club” is the latest in a collection of shorts from “The Simpsons” created exclusively for Disney+ that highlight the service’s marquee brands and most popular content. “When Billie Met Lisa” was nominated for Outstanding Short Form Animated Program at this year’s Emmy® Awards.

The Simpsons Collection

The previously released shorts “Maggie Simpson in ‘The Force Awakens from Its Nap,’” “The Good, The Bart, and The Loki” and “The Simpsons in Plusaversary” are currently available on Disney+. All of these and more can be found in “The Simpsons” collection on the streaming service: https://www.disneyplus.com/franchise/the-simpsons

“Disenchanted” Teaser Trailer and new Poster Released

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Robbie Bulus

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September 9, 2022

The magical teaser trailer for the all-new live-action musical comedy “Disenchanted,” which premiered at the D23 Expo 2022 in the Anaheim Convention Center, is here! The eagerly-anticipated sequel to “Enchanted,” which reunites original cast members Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Idina Menzel, and James Marsden and also stars Maya Rudolph, Gabriella Baldacchino, Yvette Nicole Brown, and Jayma Mays, is directed by Adam Shankman and features new songs from Alan Menken and Stephen Schwartz. “Disenchanted” begins streaming November 24, exclusively on Disney+…just in time to brighten up the holiday season.

It has been 15 years since Giselle (Amy Adams) and Robert (Patrick Dempsey) wed, but Giselle has grown disillusioned with life in the city, so they move their growing family to the sleepy suburban community of Monroeville in search of a more fairy tale life. Unfortunately, it isn’t the quick fix she had hoped for.

Suburbia has a whole new set of rules and a local queen bee, Malvina Monroe (Maya Rudolph), who makes Giselle feel more out of place than ever. Frustrated that her happily ever after hasn’t been so easy to find, she turns to the magic of Andalasia for help, accidentally transforming the entire town into a real-life fairy tale and placing her family’s future happiness in jeopardy. Now, Giselle is in a race against time to reverse the spell and determine what happily ever after truly means to her and her family.

“Disenchanted stars Amy Adams, Patrick Dempsey, Maya Rudolph, Yvette Nicole Brown, Jayma Mays, Gabriella Baldacchino, with Idina Menzel and James Marsden. Directed by Adam Shankman from a screenplay by Brigitte Hales and a story by J. David Stem & David N. Weiss and Richard LaGravenese, “Disenchanted” is produced by Barry Josephson, Barry Sonnenfeld, and Amy Adams, with Jo Burn, Sunil Perkash, and Adam Shankman serving as executive producers. The movie features songs with music by 8-time Oscar®-winning composer Alan Menken and lyrics by three-time Oscar-winning lyricist Stephen Schwartz, whose work on “Enchanted” garnered three Academy Award® nominations and a score by Alan Menken.

Disney’s “Disenchanted” begins streaming November 24, 2022, only on Disney+.

Amazon offers Exclusives at D23 Expo 2022

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Socalthrills Staff

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September 7, 2022

Amazon is thrilled to be the Platinum Sponsor of this year’s D23 Expo, and to bring Walt’s Plane, Mickey Mouse One, to the event.

The historic aircraft will be on display at the Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, California, from September 9 through 11 in an all-new exhibit from D23, the Walt Disney Archives, and Amazon.

Disney and Amazon have restored the plane’s exterior for guests to see in a specially curated exhibit in the Arena of the Anaheim Convention Center called Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane presented by Amazon. The exhibit will highlight the history of the plane—also known as “The Mouse”—and showcase its significance in The Walt Disney Company’s history.

Be sure to stop by the Ultimate Disney Fan Lounge for a gift from Amazon (while supplies last) and visit the Amazon booth, where you can take photos, play a game on Amazon’s new Glow device, and explore the newest Amazon exclusives from Loungefly, Funko, Doorables, and more!

Amazon also has a dedicated page just for Disney fans including one for D23 Expo. Check it out here: www.amazon.com/Disney

Walt Disney – Personal, travel bag, Gulfstream N732G logo printed on both sides. “Walt Disney
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Disney fans attending D23 Expo are invited to shop, browse and play at Amazon’s immersive space on the showroom floor with in-person peeks at custom merchandise related Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane.

Celebrate Disney+ Day with Perks and Exclusives

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Socalthrills Staff

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September 7, 2022

In anticipation of Disney+ Day on September 8, fans are invited to join the Disney+ community with a special introductory offer and receive even more value with their subscription with the ultimate collection of limited-time offers, experiences, and perks. Starting Sept 7, 2022 at 9pm PT through Monday, September 19, 2022 at 11:59pm PT, new and returning subscribers can get one month of Disney+ for $1.99 here.

The Disney+ Day celebration leads into D23 Expo: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event presented by Visa in Anaheim, CA from September 9 through September 11, where subscribers in attendance can receive access to even more onsite perks and expect exciting announcements and first-looks at upcoming Disney+ Originals.

Subscriber Perks in Honor of Disney+ Day

Both existing and new subscribers can receive the following perks in celebration of Disney+ Day starting September 8 at 12:00am PT / 3:00am ET:

• Special Access to shopDisney Merchandise: Disney+ subscribers can receive special access to a curated collection of shopDisney merchandise. This custom selection of designs is inspired by favorite Disney+ Day premieres, Disney+ Originals, and more.

• Disney Cruise Line Offer: Watch the stories you love come to life on a Disney cruise with a special offer for Disney+ subscribers. Third and fourth guests sail free with two full-fare guests in the same stateroom. Disney+ subscribers can book up to two staterooms with this offer. Offer available starting September 8 on select sailings aboard the Disney Magic, Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy departing January – April 2023, in select stateroom categories*

• Walt Disney World Resort Offer: Experience holiday fun during the Walt Disney World® 50th Anniversary Celebration! Disney+ subscribers can be on the lookout for a special holiday offer at select Disney Resort hotels. Visit www.disneyworld.com/disneyplus starting September 8 for additional details. To learn more about the benefits of staying at a Disney Resort hotel, visit https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/resort-hotels-benefits.

• National Geographic Digital Subscription Offer: Disney+ subscribers can get a 6-month free trial to Nat Geo Digital. Enjoy subscriber-exclusive content, every page of every issue ever published in our digital archive, and access stories anywhere with the ad-free Nat Geo mobile app.

• Uber One Offer: Extended in celebration of Disney+ Day, Disney+ subscribers get 6 free months of Uber One membership, plus $25 off their first Uber Eats order.
• Disney Movie Insiders Bonus Points: When subscribers link their Disney+ account to their Disney Movie Insiders account by September 30, they earn 150 bonus points and continue to earn 50 points per month as long as their active accounts are linked. It’s free to join Disney Movie Insiders, and members can redeem points for rewards, experiences, and more.

• Disney Parks Early Entry: On September 8, Disney+ subscribers and their party with theme park admission and reservations are invited to enter the theme parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disneyland Resort in California, and Disneyland Park at Disneyland Paris 30 minutes before regular park open to extend the celebrations.**

• Disney+ Fan-Favorite Screenings at AMC Theatres: From September 8-19, select AMC Theatres will celebrate Disney+ Day with screenings of fan-favorite movies including Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Encanto”, “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Ragnarok,” Disney and Pixar’s “Cars” and “Newsies.” Tickets are $5 per screening and are available to everyone. Attendees will receive a free Disney+ poster, while supplies last. Plus, a special concessions offer will be available for Disney+ subscribers.

Perks for Disney+ Subscribers at D23 Expo

Disney+ subscribers attending D23 Expo can continue the Disney+ Day celebration with special experiences, giveaways, and offers at the convention. To access the following perks, subscribers can pick up their Disney+ Subscriber Pass September 8 through September 11 from 7am to 7pm at D23 Expo Will Call and the Arena Box Office at the Anaheim Convention Center Arena. To confirm your subscriber pass, guests will need to scan their valid D23 Expo badge.

• Subscriber Screening (September 8): On Thursday, September 8, subscribers and their families heading to D23 Expo are invited to celebrate Disney+ Day with a special screening under the stars of the Disney+ Day Premiere, “Pinocchio” at the Hilton Anaheim located adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center. This subscriber-only event will jumpstart the celebration through D23 Expo weekend with special content, live DJ, a volunteer opportunity, refreshments, giveaways, and more. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the screening will begin at 7:00 p.m. To access the screening, subscribers must show their Disney+ Subscriber Pass. Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

• Offer Spots: Throughout the weekend, Disney+ subscribers attending D23 Expo will be able to unlock special giveaways or promotions at Offer Spots on the show floor when they present their Disney+ subscriber pass. In the Disney+ Innovation Lounge, Disney+ subscribers and D23 Gold Members will receive a Disney+ Collectible Card pack featuring custom illustrations celebrating some of the most popular current and upcoming Disney+ movies and shows.

• Early Access to Adidas Ultraboost DNA x Marvel Legacy Black Panther Shoe: Subscribers at D23 Expo can sign up for early access to the new Adidas shoe inspired by Wakandan symbols and the iconic costume of the legendary Marvel character Black Panther. Subscribers can stop by the Disney+ Innovation Lounge for a sneak peek at the new shoe, plus get on the list for a limited drop available soon.

• Citizen: Citizen invites guests at D23 Expo to celebrate “moments in time,” and in celebration of the D23 Expo and Disney+ Day, will be offering select products available just for Disney+ Subscribers, including a new watch inspired by the Disney+ Day premiere Marvel Studios’ “Thor: Love and Thunder.” Attendees can stop by the Disney+ Innovation Lounge or the Citizen booth to learn more.

• Corkcicle: Experience hero hydration with select Corkcicle products available at D23 Expo, just for Disney+ Subscribers. Subscribers will be able to purchase 24oz tumblers inspired by popular Marvel characters Thor and Loki. Corkcicle will also be offering Disney+ Subscribers early access to a new collection inspired by Snow White. Attendees can stop by the Disney+ Innovation Lounge or the Corkcicle booth to learn more.

Additional Disney+ Day Celebrations from Across the Company

• shopDisney Free Shipping: In celebration of Disney+ Day, shopDisney will offer free shipping using Code: FREESHIP in the U.S. on September 8 for all guests.***

• Disney Parks Celebrations: On September 8, guests of Disneyland Resort in California, Disneyland Park at Disneyland Paris, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida will discover festive décor, special character sightings and photo opportunities. The morning will be “plussed” with more pixie dust as guests staying in select Walt Disney World Resort Hotels and Hotels of the Disneyland Resort will have the opportunity to enter 60 minutes before regular park open at any Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort theme park (with valid park admission and reservations). Fans can also join the celebration digitally with Disney PhotoPass Lenses featuring a Disney+ Day Mickey ear hat and Groot – available in-park or at-home in the U.S. through the My Disney Experience app and Snapchat during Disney+ Day. Hong Kong Disneyland will celebrate with guests visiting the park on September 10.

• Disney and Pixar’s “Cars on the Road” Products: “Cars” enthusiasts can get revved up for the new “Cars on the Road” series, debuting on September 8 on Disney+, with the “Cars on the Road” book and some new products from Mattel including the Radiator Springs Tour Playset, the Color Change Whale Car Wash Trackset, Salt Flats Super Speed Playset and the Showtime Loop Trackset.

• “Obi-Wan Kenobi™” Products: Fans revisiting Lucasfilm’s original limited series, “Obi-Wan Kenobi,” via the new documentary, “Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi’s Return,” can choose their destinies and show their light side or dark side affiliation via products honoring both sides of the Force, including the Star Wars The Black Series Darth Vader™ Force FX Elite Lightsaber™ collectible from Hasbro, the Obi-Wan Kenobi in Jedi™ Robe Funko POP! bobblehead and much more.

• “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” Product: Today, Funko unveiled the new POP Marvel: She-Hulk – Wong vinyl figure as part of their “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law” product line-up. The figure depicting the Master of the Mystic Arts is now on pre-order.

• “Thor: Love and Thunder” Products: One can’t embark on an epic cosmic journey without the proper gear. As “Thor: Love and Thunder” arrives on Disney+, voyagers can choose from a variety of new products inspired by the latest Marvel Studios film, including, Loungefly Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder Glow-In-The-Dark Cosplay Mini Backpack, Funko Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder – 2pk Thor & Mighty Thor, Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder Strongest Avenger Cosplay Trucker Hat, LEGO Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder The Goat Boat Building Kit and Marvel Studios’ Thor: Love and Thunder Toothgnasher and Toothgrinder Plush Goat Set.

• Star Wars™: Galaxy of Heroes: Players can gather ‘round the holotable in September for various promotional specials. Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes is celebrating Disney+ Day with an exclusive in-game calendar. New and returning fans can log in every day to get Iden Versio shards and additional rewards such as Ability Materials, Credits and Training Droids from September 8 to October 1. Galaxy of Heroes is also offering 50% off their Hyperdrive Bundle, which unlocks 65 characters and 13 ships to a 5-star level, as well as Core Gear, Ability Materials, Currencies, and Energy. This limited-time sale starts on September 7 and lasts for one week. Finally, new and returning players can celebrate the premiere of “Andor” on September 21 by logging in to receive free Cassian Andor shards.

• Disney Publishing Worldwide: Disney Publishing Worldwide will offer select discounted eBooks today through September 18th, giving fans the opportunity to discover the stories behind their favorite Disney+ series, including “Women of Walt Disney Imagineering” and National Geographic’s “COSMOS: Possible Worlds.” Or to explore the worlds of your favorite Disney+ series even further in hardcover or e-book editions, check out “Marvel’s Wandavision: The Art of the Series, “Star Wars: Brotherhood”, and “The Art of Star Wars: The Mandalorian.”

*Excludes taxes, fees and port expenses of approximately $89–$202 per person depending on the itinerary selected (all amounts subject to change). Taxes, Fees and Port Expenses for all guests are not included and are due at time of final payment. Offer excludes suites and categories with restrictions (VGT, OGT and IGT). Offer only available to Disney+ subscribers who are residents of the U.S. and Canada. Disney+ subscriber can book up to two staterooms with this offer; two full-fare guests must stay in each stateroom.

The Disney+ subscriber must be the primary guest on the reservation and must sail in one of the staterooms booked with the offer. Proof of Disney+ subscription required. If Disney+ subscription cannot be verified, reservation will be cancelled with applicable cancellation fees. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotions. Valid on new and existing reservations. Offer is subject to Disney Cruise Line Terms and Conditions. The number of staterooms allocated for this offer is limited. Stateroom accommodations for four or more guests are limited and based on availability at the time of booking. Offer valid through March 1, 2023

**Guests may be required to verify that they are a Disney+ subscriber by displaying their logged-in home screen on the Disney+ app via their phone to enter early and to receive special benefits at the parks. Please be sure to download the Disney+ app and sign in prior to arrival.

***shopDisney Free Shipping Promotion Restrictions: Valid September 8, 2022 (12:00 am PT) through September 8, 2022 (11:59 pm PT) on select, in-stock items purchased via phone orders and orders placed online at shopDisney.com. Not valid on purchases made at Disney Store retail and outlet locations or Disney Parks and Resorts locations.

Free Shipping applies to Standard Delivery on orders sent to a single shipment address in the United States. Offer excludes Additional Shipping & Handling charges, D23 Memberships, gift wrap & gift boxes. Additional Shipping & Handling applies for select items or shipments to more than one shipment address. Merchandise subject to availability. Valid packing slip required for returns and exchanges. Offer subject to restrictions and change without notice. Void where prohibited.

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Disney+ Introduces Season Two “The Mysterious Benedict Society”

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Robbie Bulus

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September 1, 2022

Disney+ has unveiled the key art and trailer for the sophomore season of the Original series, “The Mysterious Benedict Society,” from Disney Branded Television and 20th Television, which will return with a two-episode premiere on Wednesday, October 26 on Disney+.

This season, Reynie, Sticky, Kate and Constance, the four gifted orphans who were recruited by the eccentric Mr. Benedict (Tony Hale), embark on another mission to save the world from the nefarious plans of his twin brother Dr. L.D. Curtain (also Hale). The Original series, based on the New York Times bestselling book series by Trenton Lee Stewart, will debut new episodes weekly on Wednesdays, streaming on Disney+.

When the kids discover that Mr. Benedict and Number Two have been kidnapped, they must piece together the riddles and clues within a perilous scavenger hunt set by Mr. Benedict to foil Curtain’s latest scheme. Relying on only their wits, intellect, and empathy, the charming group of misfits embark on a globe-trotting adventure by air, land, sea and pie truck, calling upon their special skills to solve the mysteries and rescue their lost comrades.

Along the way, the kids experience the growing pains that come along with being part of their new “found family”, while remaining true to their unique selves. In the process, they discover what true happiness really means.

In addition to Hale, “The Mysterious Benedict Society” stars Kristen Schaal as Number Two; MaameYaa Boafo as Rhonda Kazembe; Ryan Hurst as Milligan; Gia Sandhu as Ms. Perumal; Seth B. Carr as George “Sticky” Washington; Emmy DeOliveira as Kate Wetherall; Mystic Inscho as Reynie Muldoon; and Marta Kessler as Constance Contraire.

The Disney Branded Television series is executive produced by Halcyon Studio a Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Company and 20th Television. Jamie Tarses, Karen Kehela Sherwood, Deepak Nayar, James Bobin, Matt Manfredi (writer/creator) and Phil Hay (writer/creator) serve as executive producers. Showrunners for the series are Darren Swimmer and Todd Slavkin.

New DVC Member Lounge Coming to Disneyland Resort in 2023

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Socalthrills Staff

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September 1, 2022

Disney Vacation Club (DVC) announced the development of the first-ever Member Lounge coming to the Disneyland Resort in California and anticipated to open in the first half of 2023, the “Disney Vacation Club Star View Station.”

The new Member Lounge will reside in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park, in the space on the second floor of the Star Wars: Launch Bay building. The sleekly designed “space” will be home to a dedicated Disney Vacation Club Member Services team, plenty of casual seating, complimentary Wi-Fi, device-charging stations and more.

Exclusive Member spaces have long been part of what Disney Vacation Club proudly calls “Membership Magic.” These Member-favorite locations include the Top of the World Lounge atop Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and the Member Lounge inside the iconic glass pyramid of the Imagination! pavilion at EPCOT, both at Walt Disney World Resort.

When it opens the new lounge will be available to eligible* Disney Vacation Club Members with valid park tickets and reservations to Disneyland Park.

DVC Info

Today, there are a total of 15 Disney Vacation Club properties across four states, including Disney’s Riviera Resort, the newest Disney Vacation Club property at Walt Disney World Resort, the recently expanded Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. Construction is underway at the proposed new Disney Vacation Club Resort at Disneyland Resort, the 12-story tower, The Villas at Disneyland Hotel.

Walt Disney’s Airplane on Display at D23 Expo 2022!

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Socalthrills Staff

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September 1, 2022

Walt Disney’s Grumman Gulfstream I plane is making a cross-country journey to Anaheim, California, where it will be on display for fans attending the sold-out D23 Expo 2022 presented by Visa from September 9 through 11. D23 and the Walt Disney Archives, along with D23 Expo Platinum sponsor Amazon, have restored the plane’s exterior for guests to see in a specially curated exhibit in the Arena of the Anaheim Convention Center called Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane presented by Amazon. The exhibit will highlight the history of the plane—also known as “The Mouse”—and showcase its significance in The Walt Disney Company’s history.

The newly repainted plane with updated wing edges and windows will be on view along with never-before-exhibited items from the aircraft’s interior, including a customized instrument panel originally located near Walt’s favorite onboard seat that allowed him to monitor flight conditions; a telephone handset that gave Walt a direct line of communication to the pilot in the cockpit; a flight bag featuring an image of Mickey Mouse sitting on the tail of the iconic plane; and more.

Walt’s plane will return to the West Coast for the first time since October 8, 1992, when the plane landed on World Drive in Orlando, Florida, at Disney-MGM Studios (now Disney’s Hollywood Studios), where it resided as a part of the Studio Backlot Tour until 2014. The recent exterior repaint and finishing work, along with the cross-country move of the aircraft, was made possible thanks to collaboration and support from Walt Disney Imagineering.

In 1963, Walt acquired the iconic Gulfstream that would come to be known as “The Mouse.” The interior of the plane, initially designed with creative input from Walt and his wife, Lillian, seated up to 15 passengers and included a galley kitchen, two restrooms, two couches, a desk, and nods to the mouse who started it all, including matchbooks and stationery adorned with a silhouette of Mickey Mouse.

Mickey’s initials were eventually included in the tail number of the plane, too, as N234MM, in 1967. Throughout its 28 years of service to The Walt Disney Company, the plane flew 20,000 hours and transported an estimated 83,000 passengers before it was grounded.

D23 Expo will kick off Disney100, a celebration of the 100-year history of The Walt Disney Company, and in this all-new exhibit, guests will be invited to “take to the skies” and learn about the role this iconic plane has played throughout the company’s history:

In 1963, Walt, members of his family, and company executives took off on a demonstration Gulfstreamaircraft to explore potential locations, including Central Florida, for a proposed development often referred to as “Project X.” After Walt received his own Gulfstream in early 1964, he made several trips to Florida that ultimately laid the foundation to bring the magic of Walt Disney World to life.
Walt’s plane flew a total of 277,282 miles back and forth between Burbank and New York to oversee preparations before and during the 1964–1965 New York World’s Fair, an event that brought iconic attractions such as “it’s a small world” to an East Coast audience and, later, to Disneyland.
The plane also took Disneyland to new heights as Walt found inspiration for the look of the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction as he flew over the El Moro fortress in San Juan, Puerto Rico, while conducting research for the now fan favorite.
“The Mouse” has a star-studded past, having been used for promotional tours for Disneyland as well as for classic movies such as The Jungle Book(1967), as well as making appearances in The Walt Disney Studios films The Computer Wore Tennis Shoes (1969) and Now You See Him, Now You Don’t (1972), both of which starred Disney Legend Kurt Russell. The aircraft has also transported notable guests including Disney Legends Julie Andrews and Annette Funicello, as well as former U.S. Presidents Jimmy Carter and Ronald Reagan.
Painted blue and white in 1985, Walt’s plane embarked on goodwill tours and character visits to children’s hospitals, adding to the company’s history of giving back to the community.

Disney fans attending D23 Expo are invited to shop, browse and play at Amazon’s immersive space on the showroom floor with in-person peeks at custom merchandise related Mickey Mouse One: Walt’s Plane.

D23 Expo is sold out. Select presentations will be streamed for guests at D23 Expo [LIVE]. For more information, visit D23Expo.com.

Freeform “31 Nights of Halloween” 2022 Programming

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Robbie Bulus

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September 1, 2022

Freeform just released the The highly anticipated “31 Nights of Halloween” schedule for the month of October with Halloween films, including beloved classics and recent hits.

From Oct. 1-31, viewers can celebrate Halloween at home with haunting movies, including fan favorites “Ghostbusters” (1984), “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride,” “Halloweentown,” “Maleficent“ and “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil.” Films new to the lineup this year include Academy Award^® winner “Get Out,” “Halloween” (2018) and “A Quiet Place,” among others. The network also released a trailer for the programming event; check it out below. Last October, “31 Nights of Halloween” propelled Freeform to rank No. 1 among primetime cable networks in entertainment across Adults 18-34, Women 18-34, and Men 18-34 (excludes sports).

Here is a night-by-night list of the programming airing during “31 Nights of Halloween”:

Saturday, Oct. 1

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Edward Scissorhands”

9:10 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Witches” (1990)

11:20 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

1:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

3:05 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

5:10 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

7:15 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

9:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

11:30 p.m. EDT/ PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

Sunday, Oct. 2

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Witches” (1990)

9:10 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Decorating Disney: Halloween Magic”

10:10 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown”

12:15 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

2:20 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

4:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

6:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

8:35 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

10:45 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

Monday, Oct. 3

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” (1992) – Freeform Premiere

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

5:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

8:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters (2016)”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Tuesday, Oct. 4

11:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

2:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

4:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Edward Scissorhands”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb”

Wednesday, Oct. 5

12:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb”

2:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Madagascar”

4:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

6:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Thursday, Oct. 6

11:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Madagascar”

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Shrek Forever After”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Friday, Oct. 7

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Scared Shrekless”

11:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Shrek Forever After”

1:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy”

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

Saturday, Oct. 8

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Decorating Disney: Halloween Magic”

8:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

10:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween”

12:05 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

2:35 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

5:05 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

7:10 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

9:20 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

11:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil”

Sunday, Oct. 9

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Monsters vs Aliens: Mutant Pumpkins”

7:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween”

9:35 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

12:05 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

2:40 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

4:45 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

6:55 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Get Out” – Freeform Premiere

9:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloween” (2018) – Freeform Premiere

11:55 p.m. EDT/PDT – “A Quiet Place” – Freeform Premiere

Monday, Oct. 10

11:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “A Quiet Place”

1:40 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Get Out”

4:15 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloween” (2018)

6:50 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Happy Death Day” – Freeform Premiere

8:55 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Happy Death Day 2U” – Freeform Premiere

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Tuesday, Oct. 11

12:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

2:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The House with a Clock in Its Walls”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Wednesday, Oct. 12

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The House with a Clock in Its Walls”

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Thursday, Oct. 13 (TIM BURTON DAY)

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Frankenweenie” (2012)

12:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Edward Scissorhands”

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”

6:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

7:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

Friday, Oct. 14

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”

1:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy” Episodes

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy” Episodes

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy” Episodes

Saturday, Oct. 15

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Hook”

10:15 a.m. EDT/PDT – “How to Train Your Dragon 2”

12:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

2:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Toy Story of TERROR!” (Disney-Pixar)

2:55 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Scared Shrekless”

3:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Shrek Forever After”

5:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

7:40 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

9:45 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

11:50 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation”

Sunday, Oct. 16

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “How to Train Your Dragon 2”

9:10 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

10:45 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Scared Shrekless”

11:15 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Shrek Forever After”

1:20 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

3:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

5:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation”

7:40 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

9:50 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

11:55 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Witches” (1990)

Monday, Oct. 17

12:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

2:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

5:05 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

POP’N KNOWLEDGE DOUBLE FEATURE

7:10 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

8:50 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Tuesday, Oct. 18

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

3:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Fright Night” (2011)

6:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice” POP’N KNOWLEDGE

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Wednesday, Oct. 19

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Fright Night” (2011)

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

4:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

6:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Thursday, Oct. 20

11:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Witches” (1990)

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb”

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Witches” (1990)

Friday, Oct. 21

10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy” Episodes

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

9:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy” Episodes

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” (1992)

Saturday, Oct. 22

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” (1992)

9:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

11:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

1:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

4:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

7:15 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

9:20 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

11:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The House with a Clock in Its Walls”

Sunday, Oct. 23

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The House with a Clock in Its Walls”

9:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

12:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

3:10 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

5:15 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

7:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Monsters, Inc” (Disney-Pixar)

9:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Monsters University” (Disney-Pixar)

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Shrek Forever After”

Monday, Oct. 24

12:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

2:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Shrek Forever After”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Haunted Mansion” (2003)

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Tuesday, Oct. 25

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

12:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children”

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Wednesday, Oct. 26

12:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge”

2:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

4:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 2”

6:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation”

8:00-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

Thursday, Oct. 27

11:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ready or Not”

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

5:30 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

8:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

12:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” (1992)

Friday, Oct. 28

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (2016)

1:30-11:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Family Guy” Episodes

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Office” Episodes

Saturday, Oct. 29

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “How to Train Your Dragon 2”

9:10 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Edward Scissorhands”

11:40 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Frankenweenie” (2012)

1:40 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

3:35 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween”

5:40 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”

7:20 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

9:25 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

11:35 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters II”

Sunday, Oct. 30

7:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Witches” (1990)

9:05 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride”

10:45 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween”

12:50 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

2:55 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

7:05 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

9:15 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

11:20 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil”

Monday, Oct. 31

10:30 a.m. EDT/PDT – “Ghostbusters” (1984)

1:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “The Haunted Mansion” (2003)

3:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Beetlejuice”

5:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Maleficent”

7:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hotel Transylvania”

9:00 p.m. EDT/PDT – “Hocus Pocus”

12:00-2:00 a.m. EDT/PDT – “The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror” Episodes

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