Mufasa: The Lion King

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The first trailer and poster for a new story from the Pride Lands have arrived. Mufasa: The Lion King tells the tale of Mufasa's rise from orphan to King.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

“Mufasa: The Lion King” enlists Rafiki to relay 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 has an all-star roster of talent bringing new and fan-favorite characters to life:

• Aaron Pierre as Mufasa
• Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Taka, a lion prince with a bright future who accepts Mufasa into his family as a brother
• Tiffany Boone as Sarabi
• Kagiso Lediga as Young Rafiki
• Preston Nyman as Zazu
• Mads Mikkelsen as Kiros, a formidable lion with big plans for his pride 
• Thandiwe Newton as Taka’s mother, Eshe
• Lennie James as Taka’s father, Obasi
• Anika Noni Rose as Mufasa’s mother, Afia
• Keith David as Mufasa’s father, Masego
• John Kani as Rafiki
• Seth Rogen as Pumbaa
• Billy Eichner as Timon
• Donald Glover as Simba
• Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala
• Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara
• With songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda

Mufasa: The Lion King arrives in theaters on December 20th.

"Determinate" - Lemonade Mouth

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Here's a bit of a blast from the past to start your week. Lemonade Mouth was a favorite in our house when it debuted on the Disney Channel in 2011.

Lemonade Mouth is available now on DisneyPlus.

Paradise

To escape and sit quietly on the beach – 

that’s my idea of paradise. 

- Emilia Wickstead

Xandarian Nova Corps Star Blaster

I love Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT. It is my favorite roller coaster at any Disney Park. This Xandarian Nova Corps Star Blaster is docked in front of the ride building.

It's Mama Odie!

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The new animatronic characters for Tiana's Bayou Adventure are amazing. They are so smooth and realistic. Recently, Jennifer Lewis, the voice of Mama Odie, had her first look at the animatronic character. Her excitement is contagious! 

Tiana's Bayou Adventure opens this summer in Disney World and later this year in Disneyland. 

Jim Henson Idea Man

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The trailer for Jim Henson Idea Man has arrived and it looks amazing. Most of us grew up watching a Jim Henson production: from Sesame Street and The Muppets, to Labyrinth or Dark Crystal, there was something for everyone. I can't wait to watch this DisneyPlus special that goes behind the scenes of Jim's creative life.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

"Jim Henson Idea Man" takes us into the mind of this singular creative visionary, from his early years puppeteering on local television to the worldwide success of Sesame Street, The Muppet Show, and beyond. Featuring unprecedented access to Jim's personal archives, filmmaker Ron Howard brings us a fascinating and insightful look at a complex man whose boundless imagination inspired the world.

Jim Henson Idea Man arrives on DisneyPlus on May 31st.

May the 4th Treats at Disney World

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Star Wars Day is just around the corner and that means a few new special themed treats will begin appearing at Disney World. Most of these delicious delights will be available from May 4-31.

Hollywood Studios  

ABC Commissary, Backlot Express, PizzeRizzo, and Rosie’s All-American Café

• Jettison Juice: Minute Maid Lemonade and watermelon served with a glow cube 🧋

Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo

• Mossberry Biscuit: Biscuit topped with ube and matcha icing, ube micro sponge cake, sprinkles, and dehydrated blueberries 💥

Dockside Diner

• Princess of Alderaan Shake: Salted caramel shake topped with whipped cream, edible glitter, and mini cinnamon rolls

Milk Stand

• Polystarch Puffbread: Croissants topped with blue and green milk craquelin served with yuzu-passion fruit-coconut dipping sauce 💥

Rosie’s All-American Cafe

• Mustafarian Puff: Red cream puff with cookies ‘n cream custard filling topped with chocolate cream cookie crumbs  

Oasis Canteen, Sunshine Day Bar, Tune-In Lounge, and The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge

• Cosmic Rum Punch: Parrot Bay Coconut Rum, Bacardí Superior Rum, pineapple juice, Minute Maid Lemonade, grenadine, and a glow cube  

Anaheim Produce, Grand Avenue, Market (May 4-5)  

• Lightsaber Churro with chocolate sauce 

Churro Cart

• Lightsaber Churro with chocolate sauce

Disney Springs  

Amorette’s Patisserie (May 1-6)  

• Stormtrooper Petit Cake: Layers of chocolate chiffon, vanilla bean mousse, dark chocolate ganache, and cherries 💥

The Ganachery

• Death Star Ganache Square: Ruby chocolate with 65% dark chocolate 💥 
• Rebellion Ganache Square: White chocolate blended with dragon fruit enrobed in dark 65% chocolate 💥

Disney World (Coming Soon)

• Salvaged Stormtrooper Helmet Bucket 💥

💥 - New

🧋- Non-alcoholic