Disney Scores 35 Golden Globe Nominations

December 9, 2024

The Walt Disney Company has announced 35 Golden Globe® Award nominations across its content brands and studios, including The Walt Disney Studios (Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures), Disney Television Studios’ 20th Television, ABC Entertainment, FX, FX Productions, Hulu Originals, Marvel Television and Searchlight Television.

Disney’s streaming platforms Disney+ and Hulu are home to a total of 23 combined nominations. Hulu garnered 19 nominations, including nods for Hulu Original “Only Murders in the Building,” FX series “Shōgun” and “The Bear,” leading all television series with five nominations, and ABC’s “Abbott Elementary.” Disney+ received four nominations for titles including Marvel Television’s “Agatha All Along.”

Searchlight Pictures earned 10 nods including for Best Motion Picture, Drama for “A Complete Unknown” and Best Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy for “A Real Pain.” The studio also garnered Best Actor nominations for Timothée Chalamet (“A Complete Unknown”), Jesse Eisenberg (“A Real Pain”) and Jesse Plemons (“Kinds of Kindness”). Amy Adams earned a Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Musical or Comedy nomination for “Nightbitch.” Kieran Culkin (“A Real Pain”) and Edward Norton (“A Complete Unknown”) were nominated for Best Supporting Performances, along with Diego Luna for Searchlight Television’s “La Máquina”.

A complete list of all The Walt Disney Company nominations follows below. (As some of the nominations overlap, these are grand totals for each entity.)

GOLDEN GLOBE AWARD NOMINATIONS FOR 82ND CEREMONY

The Bear (FX / Hulu / FX Productions)
5 nominations
Streams exclusively on Hulu
● Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Jeremy Allen White
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Ayo Edebiri
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Television – Ebon Moss-Bachrach
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Television – Liza Colon-Zayas

Only Murders in the Building (Hulu Originals / 20th Television)
4 nominations
Streams exclusively on Hulu
● Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Steve Martin
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Martin Short
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Selena Gomez

A Real Pain (Searchlight Pictures)
4 nominations
Premiered in theaters
● Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
● Best Screenplay – Motion Picture – Jesse Eisenberg
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy – Jesse Eisenberg
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture – Kieran Culkin

Shōgun (FX / Hulu / FX Productions)
4 nominations
Streams exclusively on Hulu
● Best Television Series – Drama
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Drama – Hiroyuki Sanada
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Drama – Anna Sawai
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Television – Tadanobu Asano

A Complete Unknown (Searchlight Pictures)
3 nominations
Premieres in theaters
● Best Motion Picture – Drama
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama – Timothée Chalamet
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture –Edward Norton

Nobody Wants This (20th Television)
3 nominations
Premiered and streams externally
● Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Adam Brody
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Kristen Bell

Abbott Elementary (ABC / 20th Television)
2 nominations
Premieres on ABC, streams next day on Hulu
● Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Comedy or Musical – Quinta Brunson

Inside Out 2 (Pixar Animation Studios / Walt Disney Studios)
2 nominations
Premiered in theaters, streams on Disney+
● Best Motion Picture – Animated
● Cinematic Box Office Achievement

Agatha All Along (Marvel Television / Disney+)
1 nomination
Streams exclusively on Disney+
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy – Kathryn Hahn

Alien: Romulus (20th Century Studios)
1 nomination
Premiered in theaters, streams on Hulu
● Best Cinematic Box Office Achievement

Deadpool & Wolverine (Marvel Studios / 20th Century Studios / Walt Disney Studios)
1 nomination
Premiered in theaters, streams on Disney+
● Best Cinematic Box Office Achievement

Feud: Capote vs. The Swans (FX / 20th Television / Hulu)
1 nomination
Premieres on FX, streams next day on Hulu
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or a Motion Picture Made for Television – Naomi Watts

Kinds of Kindness (Searchlight Pictures)
1 nomination
Premiered in theaters, streams on Hulu
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy – Jesse Plemons

La Máquina (Hulu / Searchlight Television)
1 nomination
Streams exclusively on Hulu
● Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Television – Diego Luna

Moana 2 (Walt Disney Animation Studios / Walt Disney Pictures)
1 nomination
Premiered in theaters
● Best Motion Picture – Animated

Nightbitch (Searchlight Pictures)
1 nomination
Premiered in theaters
● Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy – Amy Adams

The Golden Globes just dropped their nominations for the 82nd awards show!

Robbie Bulus

December 9, 2024

The Golden Globes® has announced the nominees for the 82nd Annual Golden Globes®, which will air live on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 5 p.m. PT/8 p.m. ET on CBS and stream on Paramount+ in the U.S. (live and on-demand for Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers, or on-demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the special airs).* Mindy Kaling and Morris Chestnut presented nominees for each of the 27 award categories at a press conference at the Beverly Hilton.

The Golden Globes®, often referred to as “Hollywood’s Party of the Year®,” is the largest awards show in the world to celebrate the best of both film and television. Multi-Emmy Award®-winning producing duo Glenn Weiss and Ricky Kirshner of White Cherry Entertainment (WCE) will return as executive producing showrunners for the 82nd Annual Golden Globes®. Dick Clark Productions will plan, host and produce the 82nd Annual Golden Globes®, which has been viewed in more than 185 countries and territories worldwide. This year’s votes were tabulated by KPMG, the U.S. audit, tax, and advisory firm.

Following is the complete list of Nominees for the 82nd Annual Golden Globes®:

BEST MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
THE BRUTALIST (A24)
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN (Searchlight Pictures)
CONCLAVE (Focus Features)
DUNE: PART TWO (Warner Bros. Pictures)
NICKEL BOYS (Orion Pictures / Amazon MGM Studios)
SEPTEMBER 5 (Paramount Pictures)

BEST MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
ANORA (NEON)
CHALLENGERS (Amazon MGM Studios)
EMILIA PÉREZ (Netflix)
A REAL PAIN (Searchlight Pictures)
THE SUBSTANCE (MUBI)
WICKED (Universal Pictures)

BEST MOTION PICTURE – ANIMATED
FLOW (Sideshow / Janus Films)
INSIDE OUT 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
MEMOIR OF A SNAIL (IFC Films)
MOANA 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
WALLACE & GROMIT: VENGEANCE MOST FOWL (Netflix)
THE WILD ROBOT (Universal Pictures)

CINEMATIC AND BOX OFFICE ACHIEVEMENT
ALIEN: ROMULUS (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE (Warner Bros. Pictures)
DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
GLADIATOR II (Paramount Pictures)
INSIDE OUT 2 (Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures)
TWISTERS (Universal Pictures)
WICKED (Universal Pictures)
THE WILD ROBOT (Universal Pictures)

BEST MOTION PICTURE – NON-ENGLISH LANGUAGE
ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT (Sideshow / Janus Films) – USA / FRANCE / INDIA
EMILIA PÉREZ (Netflix) – FRANCE
THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE (MUBI) – POLAND / SWEDEN / DENMARK
I’M STILL HERE (Sony Pictures Classics) – BRAZIL
THE SEED OF THE SACRED FIG (NEON) – USA / GERMANY
VERMIGLIO (Sideshow / Janus Films) – ITALY

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
PAMELA ANDERSON (THE LAST SHOWGIRL)
ANGELINA JOLIE (MARIA)
NICOLE KIDMAN (BABYGIRL)
TILDA SWINTON (THE ROOM NEXT DOOR)
FERNANDA TORRES (I’M STILL HERE)
KATE WINSLET (LEE)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – DRAMA
ADRIEN BRODY (THE BRUTALIST)
TIMOTHÉE CHALAMET (A COMPLETE UNKNOWN)
DANIEL CRAIG (QUEER)
COLMAN DOMINGO (SING SING)
RALPH FIENNES (CONCLAVE)
SEBASTIAN STAN (THE APPRENTICE)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
AMY ADAMS (NIGHTBITCH)
CYNTHIA ERIVO (WICKED)
KARLA SOFÍA GASCÓN (EMILIA PÉREZ)
MIKEY MADISON (ANORA)
DEMI MOORE (THE SUBSTANCE)
ZENDAYA (CHALLENGERS)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A MOTION PICTURE – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
JESSE EISENBERG (A REAL PAIN)
HUGH GRANT (HERETIC)
GABRIEL LABELLE (SATURDAY NIGHT)
JESSE PLEMONS (KINDS OF KINDNESS)
GLEN POWELL (HIT MAN)
SEBASTIAN STAN (A DIFFERENT MAN)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN ANY MOTION PICTURE
SELENA GOMEZ (EMILIA PÉREZ)
ARIANA GRANDE (WICKED)
FELICITY JONES (THE BRUTALIST)
MARGARET QUALLEY (THE SUBSTANCE)
ISABELLA ROSSELLINI (CONCLAVE)
ZOE SALDAÑA (EMILIA PÉREZ)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE IN ANY MOTION PICTURE
YURA BORISOV (ANORA)
KIERAN CULKIN (A REAL PAIN)
EDWARD NORTON (A COMPLETE UNKNOWN)
GUY PEARCE (THE BRUTALIST)
JEREMY STRONG (THE APPRENTICE)
DENZEL WASHINGTON (GLADIATOR II)

BEST DIRECTOR – MOTION PICTURE
JACQUES AUDIARD (EMILIA PÉREZ)
SEAN BAKER (ANORA)
EDWARD BERGER (CONCLAVE)
BRADY CORBET (THE BRUTALIST)
CORALIE FARGEAT (THE SUBSTANCE)
PAYAL KAPADIA (ALL WE IMAGINE AS LIGHT)

BEST SCREENPLAY – MOTION PICTURE
JACQUES AUDIARD (EMILIA PÉREZ)
SEAN BAKER (ANORA)
BRADY CORBET, MONA FASTVOLD (THE BRUTALIST)
JESSE EISENBERG (A REAL PAIN)
CORALIE FARGEAT (THE SUBSTANCE)
PETER STRAUGHAN (CONCLAVE)

BEST ORIGINAL SCORE – MOTION PICTURE
VOLKER BERTELMANN (CONCLAVE)
DANIEL BLUMBERG (THE BRUTALIST)
KRIS BOWERS (THE WILD ROBOT)
CLÉMENT DUCOL, CAMILLE (EMILIA PÉREZ)
TRENT REZNOR, ATTICUS ROSS (CHALLENGERS)
HANS ZIMMER (DUNE: PART TWO)

BEST ORIGINAL SONG – MOTION PICTURE
“BEAUTIFUL THAT WAY” –– THE LAST SHOWGIRL
Music & Lyrics by: Andrew Wyatt, Miley Cyrus, Lykke Zachrisson
“COMPRESS / REPRESS” –– CHALLENGERS
Music & Lyrics by: Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross, Luca Guadagnino
“EL MAL” –– EMILIA PÉREZ
Music & Lyrics by: Clément Ducol, Camille, Jacques Audiard
“FORBIDDEN ROAD” –– BETTER MAN
Music & Lyrics by: Robbie Williams, Freddy Wexler, Sacha Skarbek
“KISS THE SKY” –– THE WILD ROBOT
Music & Lyrics by: Delacey, Jordan K. Johnson, Stefan Johnson, Maren Morris, Michael
Pollack, Ali Tamposi
“MI CAMINO” –– EMILIA PÉREZ
Music & Lyrics by: Clément Ducol, Camille

BEST TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA
THE DAY OF THE JACKAL (PEACOCK)
THE DIPLOMAT (NETFLIX)
MR. & MRS. SMITH (PRIME VIDEO)
SHŌGUN (FX/HULU)
SLOW HORSES (APPLE TV+)
SQUID GAME (NETFLIX)

BEST TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
ABBOTT ELEMENTARY (ABC)
THE BEAR (FX/HULU)
THE GENTLEMEN (NETFLIX)
HACKS (HBO | MAX)
NOBODY WANTS THIS (NETFLIX)
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING (HULU)

BEST TELEVISION LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES OR MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION
BABY REINDEER (NETFLIX)
DISCLAIMER (APPLE TV+)
MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY (NETFLIX)
THE PENGUIN (HBO | MAX)
RIPLEY (NETFLIX)
TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY (HBO | MAX)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA
KATHY BATES (MATLOCK)
EMMA D’ARCY (HOUSE OF THE DRAGON)
MAYA ERSKINE (MR. & MRS. SMITH)
KEIRA KNIGHTLEY (BLACK DOVES)
KERI RUSSELL (THE DIPLOMAT)
ANNA SAWAI (SHŌGUN)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – DRAMA
DONALD GLOVER (MR. & MRS. SMITH)
JAKE GYLLENHAAL (PRESUMED INNOCENT)
GARY OLDMAN (SLOW HORSES)
EDDIE REDMAYNE (THE DAY OF THE JACKAL)
HIROYUKI SANADA (SHŌGUN)
BILLY BOB THORNTON (LANDMAN)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
KRISTEN BELL (NOBODY WANTS THIS)
QUINTA BRUNSON (ABBOTT ELEMENTARY)
AYO EDEBIRI (THE BEAR)
SELENA GOMEZ (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)
KATHRYN HAHN (AGATHA ALL ALONG)
JEAN SMART (HACKS)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A TELEVISION SERIES – MUSICAL OR COMEDY
ADAM BRODY (NOBODY WANTS THIS)
TED DANSON (A MAN ON THE INSIDE)
STEVE MARTIN (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)
JASON SEGEL (SHRINKING)
MARTIN SHORT (ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING)
JEREMY ALLEN WHITE (THE BEAR)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES, OR A MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION
CATE BLANCHETT (DISCLAIMER)
JODIE FOSTER (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)
CRISTIN MILIOTI (THE PENGUIN)
SOFÍA VERGARA (GRISELDA)
NAOMI WATTS (FEUD: CAPOTE VS. THE SWANS)
KATE WINSLET (THE REGIME)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A LIMITED SERIES, ANTHOLOGY SERIES, OR A MOTION PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION
COLIN FARRELL (THE PENGUIN)
RICHARD GADD (BABY REINDEER)
KEVIN KLINE (DISCLAIMER)
COOPER KOCH (MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY)
EWAN MCGREGOR (A GENTLEMAN IN MOSCOW)
ANDREW SCOTT (RIPLEY)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A FEMALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE ON TELEVISION
LIZA COLÓN-ZAYAS (THE BEAR)
HANNAH EINBINDER (HACKS)
DAKOTA FANNING (RIPLEY)
JESSICA GUNNING (BABY REINDEER)
ALLISON JANNEY (THE DIPLOMAT)
KALI REIS (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)

BEST PERFORMANCE BY A MALE ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE ON TELEVISION
TADANOBU ASANO (SHŌGUN)
JAVIER BARDEM (MONSTERS: THE LYLE AND ERIK MENENDEZ STORY)
HARRISON FORD (SHRINKING)
JACK LOWDEN (SLOW HORSES)
DIEGO LUNA (LA MÁQUINA)
EBON MOSS-BACHRACH (THE BEAR)

BEST PERFORMANCE IN STAND-UP COMEDY ON TELEVISION
JAMIE FOXX (JAMIE FOXX: WHAT HAD HAPPENED WAS)
NIKKI GLASER (NIKKI GLASER: SOMEDAY YOU’LL DIE)
SETH MEYERS (SETH MEYERS: DAD MAN WALKING)
ADAM SANDLER (ADAM SANDLER: LOVE YOU)
ALI WONG (ALI WONG: SINGLE LADY)
RAMY YOUSSEF (RAMY YOUSSEF: MORE FEELINGS)

*Paramount+ with SHOWTIME subscribers will have access to stream live via the live feed of their local CBS affiliate on the service, as well as on demand. Paramount+ Essential subscribers will not have the option to stream live but will have access to on-demand the day after the special airs.

This year, the Golden Globes teamed up with X to create a special badge that nominees can add to their X profiles, identifying the recognition they’re receiving for their remarkable contributions to film and television.

Gift Guide: LEGO, Pandora & More Celebrate The Lion King!

Robbie Bulus

December 6, 2024

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the beloved animated classic, The Lion King, and the upcoming release of Mufasa: The Lion King in theaters on December 20, 2024, Disney has launched a collection of exciting new products!

Shop now and discover unique apparel and collectibles from a variety of popular brands, including BoxLunch, LEGO, Loungefly, Pandora, and more. There’s something for Disney fans of all ages! Below is just a few of our favorite items.

BoxLunch

Disney The Lion King Hakuna Matata Toddler Jersey – BoxLunch ExclusiveGet your little one ready for game day with this Lion King jersey! Featuring embroidered “Hakuna Matata” lettering beneath Simba and Pride Rock details on the front, the back of the shirt includes “Simba 94” lettering. $11.45

Keep warm on your next visit to Pride Rock with this Lion King Windbreaker! Featuring color blocked sleeves and patterned hems, the front of this jacket includes embroidered “The Lion King” lettering and snap closure side pockets. $62.91

Disney The Lion King Simba, Timon, and Pumbaa Hakuna Matata Woven Shirt — BoxLunch Exclusive. Hakuna Matata! This woven Lion King shirt stars Simba, Pumbaa, and Timon as they strut along a vibrant allover print. With faux wooden buttons and a crisp collar, it’s perfect for a warm summer day. $31.43

Disney Books / Amazon

Follow Simba’s journey from confident cub, to lost runaway, to the rightful king of Pride Rock. Featuring the lyrics from the song “Circle of Life” written by Tim Rice and Elton John as well as beautiful illustrations of iconic movie moments, this book is perfect for fans of Disney The Lion King ages 2 to 5 and Little Golden Book collectors of all ages! $5.99

To celebrate the success of the animated movie that has touched more than one generation, your children will love rediscovering their favorite characters from The Lion King. Hakuna Matata! $14.00

Told in flashbacks, “Mufasa: The Lion King” reveals the rise of one of the greatest kings of the Pride Lands as Rafiki, Timon and Pumbaa share the story of Mufasa with a young lion cub. $8.99

Disney Store

Can you feel the love tonight and always for this adorable lion cub pairing? Simba and Nala just can’t wait to be king and queen of your Disney plush collection, especially during their 30th Anniversary celebration. All hail Disney’s The Lion King and Pride Land’s future rulers! $39.99

This ear headband ain’t no passing craze, it means no worries on your Disney Parks days! Kick back and relax with a “Hakuna Matata” ear headband celebrating 30 years of Disney’s The Lion King. Simba, Timon, Pumbaa, and Zazu are waiting for you to show them off. $39.99

enesco

This incredible creation by Jim Shore celebrates the 30th anniversary of Disney’s beloved 1994 film, The Lion King. With patchwork patterning and Rafiki’s Simba drawing, Pride Rock looks stately as the main characters stand upon the stage. $120.00

This Jim Shore piece ventures into the African savanna to share a scene of good and evil. Striking a winning pose, Simba, the rightful king, smiles next to his murderous uncle, Scar. The pair of lions make a daring duo of strength and pride $100.00

FUNKO

Let your worries melt away with Pop! Simba, Pop! Pumba, and Pop! Timon. Celebrate Disney’s 100th Anniversary by completing your The Lion King collection with this exclusive Pop! Hakuna Matata Moment, featuring your favorite carefree characters as they stroll across a tree trunk bridge. $40.00

Disney’s The Lion King released on VHS in 1995 and now you can keep memory alive without having to keep outdated players. The exclusive Pop! of Simba on Pride Rock features a Pop! of Simba on Pride Rock pre-packaged in a premium protector case along with the VHS cover art as seen in 1995. Expand your Disney memorabilia collection today with the exclusive Pop! VHS Covers! $11.99

Her Universe

Explore the Pride Lands in style with this Lion King-inspired mini backpack! Featuring a printed design of palm fronds on the body, the front pocket includes faux fur appliques of Simba and Nala. With a removable coin purse attached to the adjustable straps, this bag is perfect for your next trip to the Disney Parks. $79.90

LEGO

Share a passion for iconic movies with this Young Simba the Lion King (43247) LEGO® ǀ Disney animal building set. This building kit for adults celebrates The Lion King’s 30th anniversary and features a Simba animal figure with a movable head so the model can be displayed in different poses. This relaxing activity for adults is a fun, nostalgic gift that employs advanced building techniques and fosters a sense of creative joy as you click the last piece into place and set Simba up on display. $129.99

Loungefly

Kick back and let your worry-free lifestyle run wild! The Loungefly Lion King 30th Anniversary Hakuna Matata Silhouette Mini Backpack brings a chill new look to your everyday vibe. On the front, a full moon rises on the bag’s front zipper pocket as Timon, Pumbaa, and Simba walk across a log. Up above, a leafy backdrop frames a starry night sky. Turn down the lights to see the moon glow in the dark while the stars illuminate with LED light-up features!

A 30th-anniversary enamel zipper charm accompanies the zipper pocket, and debossed leaf prints join lush vegetation on the bag’s sides. On the back, Simba’s portrait appears with the anniversary logo. Whether you’re taking things easy or exploring the savannah, this mini backpack will keep you looking cool and relaxed. $80.00

The Loungefly Lion King 30th Anniversary Pride Rock Silhouette Crossbody Bag is made of vegan leather (polyurethane). Bag has adjustable (detachable) shoulder strap and shiny gold hardware. Additional features include applique, debossed, and printed details. Take note of the coordinating inside lining. $65.00

The Bradford Exchange

A no-worries way to celebrate 30 years of memories shines from the Disney The Lion King Bookend Collection, available from The Bradford Exchange. Each bookend in this collection showcases fully sculpted characters, like the Disney’s Zazu, Rafiki, Scar, and more, in familiar environments inspired by the movie. Light’s up! The dramatic center bookend, arriving as Issue Two, features best friends Simba, Timon, and Puma in front of a glowing full moon that illuminates behind them. $79.99

Journey to the animal kingdom and relive the joy of a classic coming-of-age tale with the Disney The Lion King Glitter Globe, available from The Bradford Exchange. Music and motion! This musical glitter globe features young Simba, Pumbaa and Timon from “The Lion King” rotating around the base of the glitter globe, traveling the Pride Lands passages as music from the film plays. Fully sculpted mature Simba, Nala, and Rafiki figures $119.99

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide Featuring Funko, Loungefly and more

Robbie Bulus

December 5, 2024

Enhance your holiday festivities with a curated selection of pop culture-themed stocking stuffers, ornaments, advent calendars, accessories, vinyl soundtracks, and other sought-after collectibles from Funko and its affiliated brands (Pop! Yourself!, Loungefly, Mondo + Funko Fusion).

Featuring iconic classics such as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, A Charlie Brown Christmas, The Grinch, and more from a diverse range of licenses, including Disney, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, Funko and its partners have curated an exceptional selection to enchant your holiday season.

Here are a few highlights of the remarkable new Holiday collection. Additional information can be found on Funko.com, Loungefly.com and mondoshop.com.

Pop! your person this Holiday season with Pop! Yourself! Featuring all-new accessories, such as holiday-themed pajamas, stocking, menorah, wreath and candelabra! MSRP: $30 (includes two accessories)

Ornaments:

Add a dash of pop culture to your holiday décor with a Funko Pop! Ornament Holiday Darth Vader™. Collect and display this Sith™ Lord with candy cane as a seasonal setup, or gift this collectible ornament to someone who wants to expand their Star Wars™ collection. Funko Pop! Ornaments make great Secret Santa gifts too, since there’s a variety of pop-culture themed character ornaments to choose from, which appeal to a wide variety of pop-culture interests. $13

Funko POP! Ornament The Grinch! Collect and display this mischief-maker as a seasonal setup, or gift this collectible ornament to someone who wants to expand their How the Grinch Stole Christmas™ collection. $11

Funko Pop! Ornament Buddy the Elf. Collect and display the tallest North Pole elf for your own seasonal setup or gift this collectible ornament to someone who loves ELF! $10

Stocking Hangers

Display your stockings in style with POP! Stocking Hanger Yoda™! Dressed in a festive red and white suit with a bag over his shoulder, this Jedi™ is ready to add some holiday flair and functionality to your décor. Give him the best seat in the house when you add POP! Stocking Hanger Yoda™ to your Star Wars™ collection. Approximate dimensions of vinyl collectible: 4.7” H x 4.75” W x 3.7” D. The maximum weight capacity for this hook is 5 lbs. $20

Display your stockings in style with POP! Stocking Hanger Rudolph®! This lovable red-nosed reindeer is ready to add some holiday flair and functionality to your décor. Give him the best seat in the house when you add POP! Stocking Hanger Rudolph® to your Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer® collection. Approximate dimensions of vinyl collectible: 5.3” H x 4.75” W x 3.7” D. The maximum weight capacity for this hook is 5 lbs. $20

Loungefly

Inspire bright futures with a dazzling new look! This exclusive wristlet wallet uses sequin, iridescent, and glitter details to create a style that shines. The classic Barbie™ logo nods to Barbie’s original flair, elevating the wallet with a die-cut front flap and coordinating wrist strap. This wallet adds glamour to any wardrobe and is a must-have accessory for any fashion icon. $50

Inspire bright futures with a dazzling new look! This exclusive mini backpack uses sequin, iridescent, and glitter details to create a style that shines. The classic Barbie™ logo nods to Barbie’s original flair, elevating the bag with a die-cut flap pocket, bag charm, and printed strap webbing. This mini backpack adds glamour to any wardrobe and is a must-have accessory for any fashion icon. $90

Oh, boy! The season of peace and goodwill is nearly here. Embrace one of the most cherished stories of all time with this mini backpack, featuring Mickey Mouse dressed as Bob Cratchit from the Disney classic, Mickey’s Christmas Carol. By replicating all of his costume details, this accessory will surely keep you in merry spirits, indeed. $90

He may look mean on the outside, but he’s a softie at heart. Inspire a warm and fuzzy holiday with this plush mini backpack, celebrating the Grinch in all his grumpy glory! Be careful not to get on his bad side, or he’ll give you his menacing light-up glare. This accessory makes a heartwarming addition to any outfit and is perfect for fans looking to keep one of their favorite characters close. $85

Mondo

Mondo, in proud partnership with Walt Disney Records, is pleased to present the soundtrack to Disney/Pixar’s COCO, featuring Michael Giacchino’s incredible original score, songs from the film, including the Academy Award®- winning song “Remember Me” by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez.

Mondo, in proud partnership with Walt Disney Records, is pleased to present Michael Giacchino’s Academy Award®-winning score to Disney/Pixar’s UP. Remastered for Vinyl, pressed on 2x 180 Gram Vinyl, this limited edition pressing features all-new artwork by Nicole Gustafsson, and liner notes by Drew Taylor.

10:10 Games / Funko Fusion

Play through iconic worlds and mashup characters inspired by some of your favorite franchises in an action-adventure game with uniquely authentic, irreverent humor from the creative minds of 10:10 Games.

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Disneyland Resort Announces SoCal Resident Ticket Offer

Socalthrills Staff

December 3, 2024

Disneyland Resort is bringing back a special ticket offer for Southern California residents to experience the magic of Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park in early 2025 at a terrific value. For a limited time, eligible Southern California residents can save on the purchase of a three-day, one-park per day ticket for as little as $67 per person, per day, for a total price of $199.*

These tickets are on sale now for visits Jan.1 – May 15, 2025, any day of the week, based upon availability and subject to park reservations. This three-day ticket can be redeemed on consecutive days or on separate occasions across these winter and spring dates. Upgrades to a Park Hopper ticket and Lightning Lane Multi Pass add-ons are available.

With these specially priced tickets, Southern California residents can enjoy classic attractions, thrilling adventures, beloved characters and exciting experiences at exceptional savings.

For more information and to book a Disneyland Resort vacation package, fill out this FREE QUOTE FORM and a Travel agent will get in touch with you soon.

*Limited-time Southern California Resident Ticket Offer pricing options

3-day, 1 park per day ticket for $199
3-day Park Hopper ticket for $289
3-day, 1 park per day ticket with Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $295
3-day, Park Hopper ticket with Lightning Lane Multi Pass for $385

Disneyland Resort is committed to providing a wide variety of ticket, dining and hotel options, plus promotional offers during the year to help families maximize the value on their vacations. In addition to this Southern California ticket offer, the Disneyland Resort has other offers currently available, including a Kids’ Special Ticket Offer and seasonal discounts for overnight stays at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort.

Limited-time Kids’ Special Ticket Offer open to all guests

In addition, for a limited time, any child ages 3 through 9 can visit a Disneyland Resort theme park for as low as $50 per child with this 1-Day, 1-Park ticket.** These specially priced tickets are on sale now for visits Jan. 7 – March 20, 2025. Offering a variety of options and flexibility, guests may choose from 1-Day, 2-Day or 3-Day park tickets, and upgrades such as Park Hopper tickets and Lightning Lane Multi Pass are available. Reservations are required and subject to availability. This offer can be purchased separately and used at the same time as the Southern California Resident Ticket Offer.

Up to 25 percent savings on select stays at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort

Southern California residents can turn their visit into a staycation and enjoy special savings with room offers at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort. Hotel guests can save up to 25 percent on select stays of four nights or longer weekdays or weekends*** at any of the three on-site hotels, or save up to 20 percent on standard and premium rooms at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the Disneyland Hotel and The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, and up to 10 percent on standard and premium rooms at Pixar Place Hotel, Sunday through Thursday nights,**** based upon space availability. These room offers may be reserved now for stays Jan. 7 – March 20, 2025.

The Hotels of the Disneyland Resort offer easy, convenient access to both parks and the Downtown Disney District, with benefits and distinctive touches that only a Disneyland Resort hotel can provide.

For more information and to book a Disneyland Resort vacation package, fill out this FREE QUOTE FORM and a Travel agent will get in touch with you soon.

Whether it’s celebrating the art of animation at Pixar Place Hotel, the mid-century modern nostalgia of Disneyland Hotel, or the Craftsman-style elegance at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, staying at any of these themed resort hotels adds an extra dose of Disney from check-in to check-out.

Offer Details

Offer valid only for Southern California residents within ZIP codes 90000 to 93599; proof of eligible residency, including valid government-issued photo ID, is required for purchase and admission.
Tickets expire May 15, 2025, and are not valid before January 1, 2025. Tickets may be used on nonconsecutive days.
Each day of use constitutes one full day of use.
Eligible residents may purchase up to 5 tickets per day with a valid ID.
Tickets are nonrefundable, may not be sold or transferred for commercial use and exclude activities and events that are separately priced.
Offer may not be combined with other ticket discounts or promotions. Subject to restrictions, change or cancellation without notice. Sales may be paused or terminated at any time.

To enter a park, both a theme park reservation and a valid ticket for the same park on the same date are required. Theme park reservations for Southern California Resident Ticket holders are limited in number and subject to the availability of park reservations allocated to the Southern California Resident Tickets as determined by Disney, applicable blockout dates and theme park capacity.

Disney’s Behind the Scenes Look at The Boy & The Octopus

Robbie Bulus

December 3, 2024

Disney has released a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the heartwarming original, A Disney Holiday Short: The Boy & The Octopus. Award-winning director Taika Waititi provides exclusive commentary about the magic he experienced creating this short, offering insight into his goals for casting, filming locations, and the emotional connection he wanted audiences to form with this story.

Since its release last month on a variety of platforms, including YouTube and Disney+, The Boy & The Octopus has received over 75 million views worldwide and an overwhelmingly positive response from viewers celebrating the incredible storytelling. (watch the full short below)

“I was struck by just how magical and beautiful the story was. It’s a simple tale of a boy on holiday and he goes swimming and then meets an unexpected friend in the least expected place. I love the idea of these two characters from completely different worlds who are looking for connection,” said Taika Waititi.

Here is additional information behind the creation of the short:

The melodic rendition of “Part of Your World” from the Disney classic The Little Mermaid (1989) that can be heard throughout the short was recorded live by a 60-piece orchestra and mixed in the legendary Abbey Road recording studio specifically for this short. The song has such a flexible melody that it allowed Toby Williams, the music supervisor from Leland, to play with the song in different ways throughout the film to adapt to the range of emotions.
This year’s Disney holiday short was brought to life in two stunning locations including a beautiful beach in Mallorca, Spain, which was the perfect setting to capture the warmth and magic of the story’s seaside scenes. Additional scenes were shot in Prague, where the city’s unique character added depth and richness to the short.
Blub Blub was the unofficial name given to the octopus by Taika Waititi and the production team.
There was an incredible level of detail in the VFX to capture intricate movements and transformations to create an octopus that felt both realistic and emotionally expressive with eight tentacles that could move independently, shapeshift, and even change colors. “Anytime that we’re making a character there’s always challenges. Aside from having eight tentacles, octopuses can shape shift, they can change color on their skin. We built in all sorts of crazy things,” said Adam Droy from Untold Studios, the VFX creative agency for this short.

D23 Gold Membership Gets a Major Upgrade in 2025

Socalthrills Staff

December 3, 2024

Disney has announced a number of exciting enhancements and expansions on the horizon for D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, including details about new events coming in 2025, as well as returning fan-favorite offerings like Destination D23, which will be bigger than ever before when it returns to Walt Disney World Resort on August 29 through 31, 2025. Disney also rolled out expanded membership plans for D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, giving fans even more options to choose from.

The news was shared at a D23 Member event at The Walt Disney Studios in Burbank that included a special advanced screening of Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2, featuring an introduction from animator Wayne Unten. Michael Vargo, head of D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, announced the exciting slate of events that fans can look forward to as well as details around the new membership offerings. Becky Cline, Director of the Walt Disney Archives, and Disney Legend Don Hahn were also there to talk to Members about what they can look forward to in 2025. Following the film, guests were treated to a tour of Walt Disney Animation Studios, getting a behind-the-scenes look at the award-winning creative engine.

“We are always looking for ways to give fans more of what they want,” said Michael Vargo. “From signature events to new virtual offerings that dive deeper into the Disney vaults and allow more D23 Members to participate, we are excited to bring all of this and more in 2025.”

D23 will continue to offer complimentary General Membership, which includes the weekly FanFare newsletter, seasonal activations, and access to sweepstakes and general events that take fans behind the magic.

Beginning January 1, 2025, D23 will offer three Gold Membership plans – expanded from two, previously – that will provide more flexibility and choice. Each Gold Membership plan will continue to include access to D23 events, discounts, and special offers, with the addition of an exclusive D23 Gold Membership Kit, complete with a membership certificate and card, a Savings Passport (providing discounts with Disney and Friends of Disney), collectible Stitch pin, Goofy and Max car magnet, a special D23 Disney Lorcana trading card featuring Iago from the Disney classic Aladdin (1992), plus, beginning with the Spring 2025 issue, the Disney twenty-three publication will come in a visually stunning digital and interactive version. All of these benefits will be available as part of the Gold Member Essential Plan offered at $49.99 per year.

The Gold Member Choice Plan, offered at $99.99 per year, provides fans with everything in the Essential Plan, plus one of four new D23 Gold Member Exclusive Premium Items to be selected by the Member:

One-of-a-kind, fashionable D23 Gold Member Spirit Jersey;
Limited-release collectible D23 Gold Member Pin Box Set featuring 10 pins with original character designs;
D23 Gold Member Fan Pack complete with a D23 Gold Member-embroidered crossbody bag, water bottle, and chino twill cap;
Enchanting replica of the Disneyland Park Entrance plaque (measuring 12” x 7”), a reproduction of the original plaque text draft with Walt Disney’s annotations from 1955, along with a first-to-market exclusive edition of the brand-new Disneyland 70th anniversary book, The Happiest Place on Earth, written by Disney Legend Don Hahn and former Disney Imagineer Christopher Merritt.

The Gold Complete Plan includes everything in the Essential Plan and all four D23 Gold Member Premium Items for the price of $299.99 per year.

For D23 Gold Members who join or renew in 2025, a print version of the latest issue of Disney twenty-three will be available for purchase on DisneyStore.com.

SLATE OF SIGNATURE EVENTS

In 2025, D23 will continue to offer an outstanding array of new and returning global events and experiences for Members, including:

Destination D23: From August 29 though 31, 2025, D23 Gold Members are invited to gather at Walt Disney World Resort for a fan experience like no other, with Destination D23: A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney! This fan-favorite event will more than double in size to be the largest Destination D23 yet and, for the first time ever, will take place at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort. D23 Gold Members can enjoy a weekend filled with exclusive presentations from the Walt Disney Archives and Walt Disney Studios, as well as spectacular entertainment and peeks into all the worlds of Disney, along with a variety of unique interactive activations and shopping experiences. More details, including tickets-on-sale information, will be announced in Spring 2025.

D23 Spotlight Series: D23 is teaming up with partners across the company, including the Walt Disney Archives, to create the new D23 Spotlight Series. These in-person events will alternate between Orlando, FL, and the greater Los Angeles, CA, area, taking fans deeper into unique topics such as a celebration of the Walt Disney Archives’ 55th anniversary, a retrospective of the Disneyland® Resort throughout the years with “Disneyland: Fond Memories of the Past” presented by Director of the Walt Disney Archives, Becky Cline, and more to be announced.
Virtual Presentations in theD23 Gold Theater: Each month, the new D23 Gold Theater Series will allow fans to interact with and watch live and prerecorded digital presentations featuring incredible speakers, talent, and magic makers from across the worlds of Disney. The inaugural presentation debuts in January and will revisit the fan-favorite presentation from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024, “Jolly Holiday: A D23 Musical Celebration of Richard M. Sherman.” This incredible session will embark on a melodic journey down memory lane featuring beloved Disney Legends, luminaries, and performers including John Stamos, Hayley Mills, Ashley Brown, Michael James Scott, and more. Additional live programs will be announced at a later date, including “The Happiest Place on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland” with Disney Legend Don Hahn and author Chris Merritt, as well as the fan-favorite “Weird Disney,” hosted by Director of the Walt Disney Archives, Becky Cline.

Official Tour of the Walt Disney Studios: D23 is thrilled to offer more of its year-round Official Walt Disney Studios Lot Walking Tours and, due to popular demand, more tours and dates will be offered than ever before. These D23 Member exclusive tours give fans a rare opportunity to visit some of the iconic locations across the Disney Studios Lot including the original Animation Building, historic soundstages, Legends Plaza, the Walt Disney Archives, and more.

Walt Disney’s Los Angeles Tour: The Walt Disney Archives, in partnership with D23, announced a new tour experience designed exclusively for D23 Gold Members. Walt Disney’s Los Angeles Tour will take guests to many of the famous places that Walt Disney frequented in Southern California including some locations of personal significance to Walt, a tour of Walt’s offices at the Disney Studios Lot along with an Ink & Paint Building Experience, and a signature meal at one of Walt’s regular restaurants. Tour details and dates will be announced in 2025.

Anniversary Celebrations: In 2025 D23 will celebrate several milestone anniversaries of movies, shows, and theme parks with exciting in-person events across various cities. Some of the fan favorites D23 Members can look forward to celebrating include the Disneyland Resort (70th), Home Alone (35th), A Goofy Movie (30th), Toy Story (30th), The Emperor’s New Groove (25th), and more.

Additional events include:
- D23 Night with Anaheim Ducks at Honda Center on Sunday, March 23, 2025
- D23 Day at Angel Stadium returns on Sunday, May 25, 2025
More advance screenings throughout the year of select Walt Disney Studios feature films and series.

While 2025 has a ton of magic in store for D23 Members, there are still plenty of offerings left in 2024. This month, D23 Gold Members will receive the winter issue of Disney twenty-three, featuring a stunning cover showcasing Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Moana 2. Throughout December, get ready to celebrate the holidays with a variety of events and offerings during D23’s Warm Seasons Greetings.

Additional details, ticketing information, and more will be available on the fan club’s website at D23.com/Events. All events and dates are subject to change.

Disney’s Snow White New Trailer and Poster Released

Socalthrills Staff

December 3, 2024

A first look at Disney’s live-action “Snow White” has been revealed, with a captivating trailer and poster that hint at the film’s enchanting world and musical delights.

From the producer and executive producer of “Wicked,” Marc Platt and Jared LeBoff, and director Marc Webb (“The Amazing Spider-Man”) comes “Disney’s Snow White,” a live-action musical reimagining of the studio’s classic 1937 film.

The magical music adventure journeys back to the timeless story with Rachel Zegler (“West Side Story”) in the title role and Gal Gadot (“Wonder Woman”) as her Stepmother, the Evil Queen. Disney’s Snow White opens exclusively in theaters March 21, 2025.

The new trailer showcases the scale and beauty of the lavish production design, the beloved characters Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy, and a first look at the power ballad Waiting on a Wish, one of the all-new original songs from EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (“The Greatest Showman”).

Funko’s Pop! Yourself Expands with HARRY POTTER

Robbie Bulus

December 2, 2024

Funko and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products, has announced an enchanting collaboration featuring Funko’s critically-acclaimed Pop! Yourself line and one of the studio’s most iconic film series, Harry Potter. Grab your galleons, accessory packs (MSRP: $15) are available on Funko.com as the perfect add-on to Pop! Yourself figures (MSRP: $30). Fans can now create personalized Funko Pop! collectibles of themselves as Hogwarts students, choosing one of the four Hogwarts houses for their Pop!pleganger complete with robes, wands and magical complementary accessories and buddies.

“Millions of devoted Harry Potter fans are invited to embark on a magical new adventure with Pop! Yourself!,” said Cynthia Williams, CEO of Funko. “This collaboration allows fans in the U.S. and Canada to enjoy a personalized experience. By turning themselves, their friends, and loved ones into unique Pop! figures, it allows them to express their passion for the wizarding world in a fresh, new way.”

We were fortunate to receive a custom Pop! Yourself figure, and naturally, we were sorted into the Hufflepuff house. The intricate details and adorable accessories it comes with are truly remarkable. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Funko for this wonderful gift. This custom Pop figure will make an ideal holiday gift this season.

Sorting House Quiz:
For those yet to uncover their true Hogwarts House, they are encouraged to take the official quiz at harrypotter.com/sorting-hat. This captivating quiz invites fans to unveil their rightful Hogwarts house. Experience the thrill of this engaging quiz before crafting a one-of-a-kind POP! Yourself collectible that honors the enchanting world of Harry Potter.

Pop! Yourself Harry Potter Style:
Wizards, Witches, and Muggles alike can now proudly represent their favorite Hogwarts house! And for those who collected a Pop! Yourself figure, the Hogwarts Accessory Pack is available for $15, featuring a Pop! Yourself body dressed in the chosen Hogwarts house robe, a wand, magical accessories, and two buddies, including the house mascot.

Accessory Packs:
The following details the accessories included in each pack:

GRYFFINDOR House
◆ Gryffindor robe POP! Yourself body
◆ POP! Gryffindor Lion
◆ POP! Snowy Owl
◆ Wand (light brown)
◆ Hogwarts Acceptance Letter
SLYTHERIN House
◆ Slytherin robe POP! Yourself body
◆ POP! Slytherin Snake
◆ POP! Mandrake
◆ Wand (black)
◆ Potions Cauldron
RAVENCLAW House
◆ Ravenclaw robe POP! Yourself body
◆ POP! Ravenclaw Raven
◆ POP! Thestral™
◆ Wand (dark brown)
◆ The Monster Book of Monsters™
HUFFLEPUFF House
◆ Hufflepuff robe POP! Yourself body
◆ POP! Hufflepuff Badger
◆ POP! Pygmy Puff™
◆ Wand (brown)
◆ Hogwarts Trunk

Perfect for storing POP! Yourself pieces with style, each accessory pack comes packaged in an ornate, trunk-inspired box.

Hear the Roar: “Mufasa: The Lion King” Soundtrack Details Revealed!

Robbie Bulus

December 2, 2024

December is here at last—bringing with it the highly anticipated big-screen debut of “Mufasa: The Lion King” on Dec. 20! To celebrate, a new “Music of Mufasa” featurette and exhibition posters are now available, and Walt Disney Records reveals its Dec. 13 release date of the songs only and deluxe versions of Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King original motion picture soundtrack. The Mufasa: The Lion King original motion picture soundtrack is available to pre-add and pre-order now (links below).

The original songs were written by Grammy®, Tony® and Emmy® Award winner and Kennedy Center Honor® recipient Lin-Manuel Miranda, and produced by Grammy Award winner Mark Mancina and Lin-Manuel Miranda, with additional music and performances by Lebo M. Said Miranda, “’The Lion King’ has an incredible musical legacy with music from some the greatest songwriters around, and I’m humbled and proud to be a part of it. It’s been a joy working alongside Barry Jenkins to bring Mufasa’s story to life, and we can’t wait for audiences to experience this film in theaters.”

The album was produced by Miranda, Mancina and Grammy Award winner and Walt Disney Music President Tom MacDougall. The score, which will be included in the Deluxe version of the soundtrack, was composed by Tony Award winner and composer Dave Metzger.

The Mufasa: The Lion King Original Soundtrack track list follows.

1. “Ngomso” Performed by Lebo M
2. “Milele” Performed by Anika Noni Rose and Keith David
3. “I Always Wanted A Brother” Performed by Braelyn Rankins, Theo Somulo, Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison, Jr.
4. “Bye Bye” Performed by Mads Mikkelsen, Joanna Jones and Folake Olowofoyeku
5. “We Go Together” Performed by Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Tiffany Boone, Preston Nyman and Kagiso Lediga
6. “Tell Me It’s You” Performed by Aaron Pierre and Tiffany Boone
7. “Brother Betrayed” Performed by Kelvin Harrison Jr.

Tickets are on sale now for “Mufasa: The Lion King,” which explores the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands. Rafiki relays the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline.

The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny—their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe. The film features an all-star roster of talent, including Aaron Pierre, Kelvin Harrison Jr., John Kani, Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman, Mads Mikkelsen, Thandiwe Newton, Lennie James, Anika Noni Rose, Keith David, Seth Rogen, Billy Eichner, Donald Glover, Blue Ivy Carter, Braelyn Rankins, Theo Somolu, Folake Olowofoyeku, Joanna Jones, Thuso Mbedu, Sheila Atim, Abdul Salis, Dominique Jennings and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.

Blending live-action filmmaking techniques with photoreal computer-generated imagery, the all-new feature film is directed by Barry Jenkins, produced by Adele Romanski & Mark Ceryak, and executive produced by Peter Tobyansen. Featuring original songs by award-winning songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda, original score by Dave Metzger and additional music and vocal performances by Lebo M, “Mufasa: The Lion King” opens only in theaters on Dec. 20, 2024.

Soundtrack Preorders live on Amazon:
CD: https://amzn.to/3OAzVX3
Vinyl: https://amzn.to/4gfhcvT

Soundtrack Preorder live on Apple Music:
Apple: https://apple.co/3CQc8jh

Moana 2 Makes a Splash! Box Office Records Broken

Socalthrills Staff

December 1, 2024

With a 5-day domestic debut of $221M, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana 2” is shattering numerous box office records including the biggest 5-day opening of all time, the biggest Thanksgiving debut and Thanksgiving weekend (3-day and 5-day), the biggest Thanksgiving day, and the biggest Black Friday ever. The film, which reunites Moana (voice of Auli‘i Cravalho) and Maui (voice of Dwayne Johnson) three years later for an expansive new voyage, opened in most markets around the world with $165M internationally, bringing its global cume to date to $386M, the second biggest global debut of 2024.

“‘Moana 2’ has far surpassed our high expectations this weekend and is a testament to the phenomenon that ‘Moana’ has become,” said Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman. “We’re fortunate to have an incredibly talented and hard-working creative team at Disney Animation who brought this new adventure to life, alongside our wonderful stars Auli’i and Dwayne and great new music. This is a moment to celebrate, and we’re thankful to all the moviegoers and fans who’ve helped make this a record-breaking debut.”

Domestic records include:

Biggest 5-day opening of all-time (surpassing “The Super Mario Bros. Movie”/$204.6M)
Biggest Thanksgiving weekend of all time by far ($221M 5-day, $135.5M 3-day, surpassing “Frozen 2”/$125M 5-day and $94M 3-day)
Biggest Thanksgiving debut by far (more than doubling “Frozen”/$94M 5-day and $67M 3-day)
Thanksgiving Day of $28M (nearly doubling “Frozen 2”/$15M)
Highest ever Black Friday at the box office with $54.5M (exceeding “Frozen 2”/$34.2M)
Biggest Walt Disney Animation Studios debut of all time.
Disney now holds the top 7 Thanksgiving debuts of all time and 9 of the top 10.

This is Disney’s third film this year to surpass $150M domestically in its opening weekend, alongside Marvel Studios’ “Deadpool & Wolverine” ($211M) and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” ($155M), marking the three biggest openings of 2024.

“Moana 2” is off to a strong start internationally as well, driven by No. 1 openings around the world.

Highest animated opening weekend of all time in France
Second highest animated weekend of all time in Italy and Brazil
Highest WDAS opening weekend of all time across the Latin American region and in nearly 30 individual markets worldwide, including France, Italy, Australia, Brazil and Mexico

It is now open in all markets except Japan, Thailand, and Hong Kong, releasing in all three in the coming week.

“Moana 2” Movie Review

Russell Tom

November 27, 2024

“Moana 2” sails audiences back into the world of “Moana” from the 2016 original. Three years have passed with Moana’s village accepting and thriving in their wayfinding heritage. But young Moana, Auliʻi Cravalho, remains restless in pursuit of searching for more of their people seemingly disconnected from the rest of the vast ocean. Moana once again answers the call to adventure. Instead of returning a sacred artifact, she must use her seafaring skills to navigate the open water leading a bungling crew to break a curse over a forgotten island. New and familar obstacles emerge including the Kakamora, a giant clam, sea serpents, and guardian of the portal of the gods, Matangi.

Maui, Dwayne Johnson, coincidentally goes on a similar mission as Moana. He’s mostly a motivational speaker to the young heroine. Maui by far delivers the funniest laughs. The demi-god’s catchphrase is incorporated into his new song “Can I Get a Chee Hoo?”. In fact, many story beats and songs are counterparts to the original. “We’re Back” is a successor to “Where You Are”. “Beyond” succeeds “How Far I’ll Go”. Even “Shiny” has a new replacement.

Matangi, Awhimai Fraser, is a guardian to the portal of the gods. She embodies the visual calling of a sleek villain. After advising Moana to “Get Lost” teaching you don’t have to know where you’re going in order the find what you’re looking for, her story pretty much ended from there. Not unlike Tamatoa, the giant crab from the first movie.

A tidal wave of visually colorful vistas. A sensory treat to see panoramic views of the open sea, mountain paradise, gargantuan sea creatures, peaceful bliss of a starry night sky, and the epic power of Maui actually using his fish hook to pull an island to the surface just as legend depicts him. Gorgeous viewing experience on the big screen.

The first adventure left Moana to sneak off on her secret journey. This new sanctioned adventure not only gets a proper crew, but also a ceremonious send off with a dramatic boat launch. Moana adequately selects her new shipmates based on a variety of useful skills. Rose Matafeo as Loto, the clever boat builder, is a natural choice with a tenacity learning from failures.

David Fane as Kele, the disgruntled farmer, although grouchy and hesitant later adapts and absorbs new lessons proving you’re never too old to stop learning. Hualālai Chung as Moni, the passionate storyteller, goes beyond telling and retelling stories, gets to finally live and breath in one. The crew is mostly meaningless until the final act when each pulls their own weight. Everyone fulfills a personal gain whether they realize it or not.

Even more new characters play a variety of parts in the story. Khaleesi Lambert-Tsuda as Moana’s new little sister, Simea, is irresistibly adorable audiences will immediately fall in love with. Moana and Simea interactions are so genuine and infectious. The voice performances really sell their bond. There is a touching moment when Moana introduces the Ocean to Simea. Just as one would pass down knowledge and experience to a younger generation in a caring and wondrous manner.

“Moana 2” will split audiences depending on what they’re hoping to see and hear. Those who don’t like much change will embrace the familiarity of this sequel to the original. The other half will dread to find the motivation behind the sequel story starting with its Disney+ limited series origin. The sequel focuses on connections as the emotional draw between family, friends, and community. The film does include a mid-credit scene determined to continue more ocean exploration.

Dive in and get hooked on “Moana 2” now playing in theaters.

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