The final trailer for Zootopia 2 has arrived and it looks so good. I loved the message of the first one, and it appears that the second will be another story about accepting others.
In Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2,” detectives Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) find themselves on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who arrives in Zootopia and turns the mammal metropolis upside down. To crack the case, Judy and Nick must go undercover to unexpected new parts of town, where their growing partnership is tested like never before.
The final season of Stranger Thingsbegins in just 2 months. It has taken nine years to tell the stories of a group of kids from Hawkins, Indiana, and the ending looks fairly epic. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the making of season 5.
The fall of 1987. Hawkins, Indiana, is scarred by the opening of the Rifts, and our heroes are united by a single goal: to find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished — his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will’s (Noah Schnapp) disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming — and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they’ve faced before. To end this nightmare, they’ll need everyone — the full party — standing together, one last time.
Stranger Things Season 5 will be released in 3 parts on Netflix.
Once again, the Sully family are in the middle of the battle for Pandora. A new trailer and poster for Avatar: Fire and Ashhas arrived and it shows that the Na'vi are once again fighting for their lives, but this time, their greatest foe may not be the offworlders, but other Na'vi.
Here's the official synopsis from 20th Century Studios:
With “Avatar: Fire and Ash,” James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Na’vi warrior Neytiri (Zoe SaldaƱa), and the Sully family. The film also stars Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Oona Chaplin, Cliff Curtis, Britain Dalton, Trinity Bliss, Jack Champion, Bailey Bass and Kate Winslet.
Avatar: Fire and Ash arrives in theaters on December 19th.
After the Avengers are overtaken by a zombie plague, a desperate group of survivors discover the key to bringing an end to the super-powered undead, racing across a dystopian landscape and risking life and limb to save their world.
"Marvel Zombies" features the voices of Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Tessa Thompson, Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Hailee Steinfeld, Wyatt Russell, Randall Park, Iman Vellani, and Dominique Thorne, among others.
All four episodes of Marvel Zombies are available now on DisneyPlus.
The final trailer for Wicked: For Goodhas arrived and it looks incredible. There are two stunning new posters, as well. In the movie, Elphaba and Glinda's story continues, with many more struggles along the way.
The final chapter of the untold story of the witches of Oz begins with Elphaba and Glinda estranged and living with the consequences of their choices.
Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo), now demonized as The Wicked Witch of the West, lives in exile, hidden within the Ozian forest while continuing her fight for the freedom of Oz’s silenced Animals and desperately trying to expose the truth she knows about The Wizard (Jeff Goldblum).
Glinda (Ariana Grande), meanwhile, has become the glamorous symbol of Goodness for all of Oz, living at the palace in Emerald City and reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. Under the instruction of Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh), Glinda is deployed to serve as an effervescent comfort to Oz, reassuring the masses that all is well under the rule of The Wizard.
As Glinda’s stardom expands and she prepares to marry Prince Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey) in a spectacular Ozian wedding, she is haunted by her separation from Elphaba. She attempts to broker a conciliation between Elphaba and The Wizard, but those efforts will fail, driving Elphaba and Glinda only further apart. The aftershocks will transform Boq (Ethan Slater) and Fiyero forever, and threaten the safety of Elphaba’s sister, Nessarose (Marissa Bode), when a girl from Kansas comes crashing into all their lives.
As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, Glinda and Elphaba will need to come together one final time. With their singular friendship now the fulcrum of their futures, they will need to truly see each other, with honesty and empathy, if they are to change themselves, and all of Oz, for good.
"Wicked: For Good" also stars Bowen Yang and Bronwyn James as Glinda’s fawning assistants, Pfannee and ShenShen and Sharon D. Clarke as the voice of Elphaba’s childhood nanny, Dulcibear.
Wicked: For Good arrives in theaters on November 21st.
The first trailer and poster for Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu have arrived and they look fantastic! I love the dynamic these two characters have together, so I can't wait to see where they end up on their next grand adventure. And it looks like Zeb from Star Wars: Rebelsis back, too.
The evil Empire has fallen, and Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they have enlisted the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) and his young apprentice Grogu (as himself).
September 22nd is the birthday of both Bilbo and Frodo Baggins. As such, it is celebrated each year as Hobbit Day. That must mean today would be a good day for a party. After all, as Thorin said to Bilbo near the end of The Hobbit, "If more of us valued food and cheer and song above hoarded gold, it would be a merrier world."
In just 2 weeks, Avatar: The Way Of Water is returning to theaters exclusively in 3D. This chance to see Pandora again is only available for one week. Tickets are on sale now.
Here's the official synopsis:
"Avatar: The Way of Water" reaches new heights and explores undiscovered depths as James Cameron returns to the world of Pandora in this emotionally packed action-adventure. Set more than a decade after the events of the first film, “Avatar: The Way of Water” launches the story of the Sully family (Jake, Neytiri, and their kids), 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. All of this against the backdrop of the breathtaking seascapes of Pandora, where audiences are introduced to new Na’vi cultures and a range of exotic sea creatures.
Produced by Cameron and his longtime partner Jon Landau, the film stars Sam Worthington, Zoe SaldaƱa, Sigourney Weaver, Stephen Lang, Cliff Curtis, and Kate Winslet. Joining the illustrious adult cast are talented newcomers Britain Dalton, Jamie Flatters, Trinity Jo-Li Bliss, Bailey Bass and Jack Champion.
Avatar: The Way Of Water returns to theaters on October 3rd.
Amaury Guichon's latest Disney chocolate sculpture was inspired by Beauty and the Beast, which has always been my favorite fairytale. He created both an incredible chocolate enchanted rose under a sugar dome and a very lifelike Lumiere.
Gorgeous, right? I can't wait to see what design he creates next.
There are a few different collectible Blu-ray editions, but all of them will include the following Bonus Features:
Deleted Scenes – Check out the scenes that didn’t make the final cut.
Thanksgiving Soup Kitchen
Fantastic Four Day
Subterranea
Birthday Sweater
Taking Turns
Gag Reel – Enjoy fun outtakes on set with the cast and crew of The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
Featurettes:
Meet The First Family – The creation of the Fantastic Four saved Marvel Comics in 1961 and has only flourished as years have passed. Matt Shakman and the cast explain how they found themselves gravitating toward each role and creating the ultimate family unit.
Fantastic Futurism – The filmmakers discuss the process of immersing the cast and crew in the film’s retro-futuristic aesthetic. Join Matt Shakman and crew as they discuss the experience of shooting in gigantic mid-century New York sets and stepping into an otherworldly era.
From Beyond and Below – The team explores bringing complex characters from the page to the screen, including a larger-than-life Galactus, grounded Harvey Elder/Mole Man, and an emotionally rich Silver Surfer.
Audio Commentary – Watch the film with audio commentary by director Matt Shakman and production designer Kasra Farahani.
For those who prefer SteelBook, Amazon offers an exclusive bundle featuring a limited-edition SteelBook with a custom magnet-front variant cover, five collector cards, and a special The Fantastic Four: First Steps #1 comic.
The Walmart exclusive Blu-ray package features a striking slipcover and a pop-up that springs to life with the team soaring into action in the iconic Fantasticar.
After arriving on Digital last month and Blu-ray last week, Pixar's Eliois making its way to DisneyPlus. I've really been looking forward to seeing this movie. Young Elio looks so sweet, and he goes on quite the adventure.
The cosmic misadventure introduces Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession. So, when he’s beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide, Elio’s all in for the epic undertaking. Mistakenly identified as Earth’s leader, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be.
“Elio” features the voices of Yonas Kibreab as Elio, Zoe SaldaƱa as Aunt Olga, Remy Edgerly as Glordon, Brad Garrett as Lord Grigon, Jameela Jamil as Ambassador Questa and Shirley Henderson as OOOOO.
Elio arrives on DisneyPlus tomorrow, September 17th.
Marvel Zombiesis such an interesting departure from previous Marvelanimatedseries. For one thing, it's the first with a TV-MA rating, and for another, it looks seriously dark. The four part series takes the "What If... Zombies?" episode in a much bloodier direction.
Here's the official synopsis from Marvel:
After the Avengers are overtaken by a zombie plague, a desperate group of survivors discover the key to bringing an end to the super-powered undead, racing across a dystopian landscape and risking life and limb to save their world.
"Marvel Zombies" features the voices of Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Tessa Thompson, Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Hailee Steinfeld, Wyatt Russell, Randall Park, Iman Vellani, and Dominique Thorne, among others.
Marvel Zombies arrives on DisneyPlus on September 24th.
I've always loved live theatre, especially musicals. There's something magical about it. We saw "Kiss Me, Kate" at the Town Theatre in Columbia, SC last night and it was a lot of fun. The theatre is quite small, but charming, and the performance was delightful. I look forward to seeing their next show.
The latest TRON: Arestrailer begins with Kevin Flynn's journey from the first TRON, through TRON: Legacy, until his latest, somewhat unexpected, appearance in TRON: Ares.
As if the multitude of Halloween treats in the parks weren't enough, there's quite the selection of spooky delights at Downtown Disney and the Disneyland Hotels, too.
Downtown Disney
Ballast Point Brewing Co.
Ballast Point Skullcuterie Board: Features a three-cheese skull fondue made with whipped chĆØvre, blue cheese, brie, chef’s choice of cured meats, dragon fruit–berry compote, chimichurri, dried fruits, caperberries, pistachios, and finished with roasted bone marrow and charred baguette š
Beignets Expressed
Caramel Apple Beignet: Candied apple icing, caramel drizzle, and spooky sprinkles š
California Churro
Spooky Churro: Cut in half churro rolled in cinnamon sugar, drizzled with peanut butter and chocolate sauce, and topped with peanut butter candy pieces
Pumpkin Flan: A rich and creamy twist on the classic Latin dessert, blending the smooth texture of traditional flan with the cozy, spiced flavors of pumpkin pie
La Calavera Roja: Reposado tequila, pomegranate juice, blood orange syrup, lime juice, agave, and cinnamon
Jazz Kitchen Coastal Grill & Patio
Sweet Potato Bisque: Topped with maple bacon, squaw bread croutons, and marshmallow “cobweb” drizzle š
Midnight Roll: Creamy avocado, salmon, and cream cheese wrapped in black rice, topped with masago, pickled onion, micro cilantro, and a smoky chipotle mayo drizzle š
Mister Boogie: Reposado Tequila, melon liquor, lime juice, agave nectar, and a splash of soda water with a purple sugar rim and topped with two sour gummy worms
Tiendita
Boo-Ʊuelo: Spiced chocolate, cinnamon sugar, and seasonal corn
Dragon’s Breath Bokkeum: Spicy pork belly and kimchi stir-fry over rice š
Parkside Market: Sip & Sonder
Maple Pecan Praline Cinnamon Roll š
Sweet Potato Marshmallow Roll š
Poison Apple Spiced Toffee Crunch Cider šš§
Spiced Pumpkin Latte šš§
Spiced Toasted Marshmallow Mocha šš§
Parkside Market: Vista Parkside Market
Sleepy Hollow: Dark rum, almond liqueur, chai simple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla syrup, and bitters, served in the Tree Tiki Glass (available for purchase)
Starry Night: Small batch bourbon, earl grey, bitters, and orange bitters
The Raven: Vodka, coffee liqueur, and Sip & Sonder espresso
Wetzel’s Pretzels
Graveyard Bitz: Original Bitz drizzled in a gooey layer of crĆØme and topped with crunchy cookie pieces š
Disneyland Hotel
Broken Spell Lounge
Green-eyed Sceptre: Pernod Absinthe, Avissi Prosecco, St. George Spiced Pear, cinnamon syrup, lime juice, and blackberry š
Pork Belly Whisky Flip: Pork belly–infused Pendleton Whisky Midnight, Grand Marnier, maple syrup, whole egg, and pork belly garnish š
Join Goofy and friends for a wickedly delicious all-you-can-eat Halloween meal packed with eerie eats and festive frights for you and your favorite ghouls. Menu highlights include:
Chai Ginger Latte: Espresso, milk, chai syrup, white chocolate sauce, and gingerbread whipped cream š§ (Available hot or iced)
Pumpkin Spice Latte: Espresso, pumpkin spice syrup, and milk š§ (Available hot or iced)
Palm Breeze Bar
The Dark Heart: Hennessy VS, Plymouth Gin, crĆØme de cacao, chocolate bitters, and lemon bitters š
Tres Brujas: Casamigos Reposado, espresso, Licor 43, Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, orgeat, and Fee Brothers Fee Foam š
The Coffee House
Mickey Bat Cookie: Shortbread bat cookie dipped in dark chocolate with a vampire Mickey face
Chai Ginger Latte: Espresso, milk, chai syrup, white chocolate sauce, and gingerbread whipped cream š§ (Available hot or iced)
Pumpkin Spice Latte: Espresso, pumpkin spice syrup, and milk š (Available hot or iced)
Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar
Cursed Caffeine: Herradura Reposado Tequila, Amaro Montenegro, Mr. Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur, agave syrup, and chocolate bitters š
Dark Prince of D’Nite: Zacapa rum, El Dorado 8 Rum, sweet vermouth, Amaro Montenegro, Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur, and bitters š
Deep Ocean Waters: Buffalo Trace Bourbon, blue curaƧao, Campari, grapefruit sherbet syrup, lemon juice, and bitters š
Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
GCH Craftsman Grill
Cappuccino Muffin š
Minnie Halloween Cupcake š
Pumpkin Pepita Muffin š
Filled Long John Donut
Vampire Mickey Cake Donut
Grand Californian Great Hall Cart
Buttery Pumpkin Bread: Pumpkin bread with sprinkles and pumpkin spiced icing
Halloween Berry Jam Linzer Cookie: Decorated sugar cookie
Clarabelle’s Enchanted Halloween Dinner at Storytellers Cafe š
Delight in a night full of tricks and plenty of treats as you dine with Clarabelle Cow and her woodland pals, all decked out in their Halloween best. All are encouraged to join the fun by dressing up as their favorite forest friend for this enchanting feast.
Mickey’s Autumn Adventures at Storytellers Cafe
Join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their pals dressed in their festive fall best for a charming breakfast or brunch sprinkled with an autumn touch.
