Toy Story 5 Teaser

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The first teaser trailer and poster for Toy Story 5 have arrived and it looks like the age of toys is over: Bonnie is entering the world of electronics. All of our favorite toys are back for this one (although I am wondering how this ties into the ending of Toy Story 4.)

Here's the first synopsis from Pixar: 

In the teaser, fans are introduced to the new character Lilypad, a high-tech frog-shaped smart tablet voiced by Greta Lee that makes Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang’s jobs exponentially harder when they have to go head to head with the all-new threat to playtime.

 

Tom Hanks returns as the ever loyal cowboy Woody, Tim Allen reports for duty as Buzz Lightyear, and Joan Cusack saddles up again as the rootin’ tootin’ cowgirl Jessie. It was recently announced that Conan O’Brien will also be a part of the voice cast as the toilet training tech toy, Smarty Pants.

Toy Story 5 arrives in theaters on June 19, 2026.

Christmas Treats At Disney World

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It's that time of year again, and you know what that means... lots of tasty sweets and treats for Christmas. Here are the seasonal delights that can be found in Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom, and Animal Kingdom. Most are available now until January 4th.

Hollywood Studios

ABC Commissary

• Linzer Cookie Mousse Torte: Layers of hazelnut cake, raspberry-blackcurrant mousse, raspberry jam, and sweet snow-dusted linzer cookie 
• Mickey Toy Soldier Drummer Sipper

Backlot Express

• Coquito Wreath Cupcake: Coquito custard-filled vanilla cupcake topped with coquito buttercream, chocolate bow, gold crispy pearls, and rainbow sprinkles 
• Mickey Toy Soldier Drummer Sipper

Dockside Diner

• Red Velvet Holiday Milk Shake: Red velvet milk shake swirled with chocolate sauce and topped with whipped cream, rainbow sprinkles, and a holiday tree sugar cookie 

Fairfax Fare

• Mickey Toy Soldier Drummer Sipper

Rosie’s All-American Café

• Coquito Wreath Cupcake: Coquito custard-filled vanilla cupcake topped with coquito buttercream, chocolate bow, gold crispy pearls, and rainbow sprinkles 

The Trolley Car Café

• Mickey Gingerbread Cookie: A soft gingerbread cookie with white chocolate Mickey details 

Various popcorn carts

• Gold Musical Rotating Tin

Woody’s Lunch Box 

• Hot Cocoa Lunch Box Tart: Chocolate fudge filling, hot cocoa-marshmallow fondant, and mini marshmallows 

Magic Kingdom

Aloha Isle Refreshments

• Santa Surf Shack Float: Minute Maid Passion Fruit Orange Guava Juice, coconut soft-serve, and a spiced pineapple tree pop 

Auntie Gravity’s Galactic Goodies

• Cherry Cordial Cold Brew: Joffrey’s Cold Brew Coffee topped with cherry whipped cream, chocolate sauce, and chocolate curls 

Columbia Harbour House 

• Gingerbread Cake: Tree-shaped gingerbread chiffon cake with cream cheese frosting, whipped dulce de leche panna cotta, crispy pearls, and a chocolate piece 

Cosmic Ray’s Starlight Café

• Mickey Toy Soldier Drummer Sipper

Liberty Square Market 

• Mickey Whoopie Pie: Chocolate cake sandwiched with marshmallow-mint buttercream 🥬

Pinocchio Village Haus

• Mickey Toy Soldier Drummer Sipper

Plaza Ice Cream Parlor 

• Gingerbread Milk Shake: Vanilla ice cream, gingerbread syrup, and ginger snap crumbs topped with whipped cream and a chocolate gingerbread man 

The Plaza Restaurant

• Holiday Beef Pot Roast: Served in a puff pastry crust with mashed potatoes, beer-battered onion rings, and black garlic-truffle aïoli 🎄

• Holiday Turkey Meatloaf with mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread crumbles, and cranberry barbecue sauce 🎄

• Pistachio and Cherry Cheesecake with Morello Cherry Compote 🎄

• Holiday Cosmopolitan: Grainger’s Deluxe Organic Vanilla Vodka, Cointreau Liqueur, and cranberry and lime juices garnished with a sugar rim 🎄

Animal Kingdom

Creature Comforts (Available December 1-31)

• Peppermint Ganache Brownie: Fudge brownie topped with peppermint-white chocolate ganache and peppermint pieces 🎄 

Flame Tree Barbecue (Available December 1-31) 

• Cranberry-Cherry Cheesecake Pop: White chocolate cheesecake with cranberry-cherry swirl dipped in dark chocolate with cookie crust 🎄

Restaurantosaurus  

• Frozen Hot Cocoa: Frozen Hot Cocoa by Joffrey’s with toasted marshmallow, whipped cream, holiday sprinkles, chocolate dinosaur, and a chocolate rim 🎄 
• Gingerbread Cookie 🎄

• Sugar Cookie: Sugar cookie dipped in green sugar with dinosaur-themed chocolate disc 🎄 

Various Outdoor Vending Locations (Available December 1-31) 

• Chocolate Chip Cookie made with M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies Holiday Blend 🎄

• Mickey Cinnamon Roll with Christmas-colored Icing 🎄 

🎄 - New 

🥬 - Plant-based 

They Have Been Changed For Good

Universal

At its heart, Wicked is the story of the unexpected, but incredible, friendship between Glinda and Elphaba. When Wicked: For Good arrives in theaters 10 days from now, we'll see how that friendship changed each of them for good.

Wicked: For Good arrives in theaters on November 21st.

Best Christmas Ever

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What do you suppose would happen if Sanya mistook a child's doodle for a gift request? This Disney holiday short, directed by Taika Waititi, answers that question. 

Taika also directed lasts year's adorable holiday short "The Boy & The Octopus". Both shorts are available now on YouTube. "Best Christmas Ever" is also available on DisneyPlus.

Dr. Seuss Quote

"You can find magic, wherever you look.

Sit back and relax, all you need is a book."

- Theodor Geisel

(Dr. Seuss)

Olaf's Holiday Tradition Expedition

There are so many scavenger hunts throughout the year (and the park) at EPCOT. At Christmastime, it's Olaf's Holiday Tradition Expedition. It's so fun to search for the Frozen snowman who likes warm hugs and discover which holiday traditions he has collected from around the world. In 2023, Olaf had Yule Logs in the France Pavilion. 

Percy Jackson Season 2

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The first season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians was absolutely fantastic. They stuck fairly closely to Rick Riordan's book and I loved it. Season two follows the adventures of the second book, The Sea of Monsters.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

After Camp Half-Blood’s protective border is breached, Percy Jackson embarks on an epic odyssey into the Sea of Monsters in search of his best friend Grover and the one thing that may save the camp — the legendary Golden Fleece. With help from Annabeth, Clarisse and his newfound cyclops half-brother Tyson, Percy’s survival becomes essential to stopping Luke, the Titan Kronos, and their impending plan to bring down Camp Half-Blood — and ultimately, Olympus. 

These character posters look amazing, too.

The first two episodes of season 2 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians arrive on DisneyPlus and Hulu on December 10th. New episodes will debut each Wednesday.

Wonder Man

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Marvel's next live-action series on DisneyPlus is Wonder Man. It's the story of a struggling actor who desperately wants the role of Wonder Man in the remake of his favorite childhood movie.

Here's the official synopsis from Marvel: 

Aspiring Hollywood actor Simon Williams is struggling to get his career off the ground. During a chance meeting with Trevor Slattery, an actor whose biggest roles may be well behind him, Simon learns legendary director Von Kovak is remaking the superhero film “Wonder Man”. These two actors at opposite ends of their careers doggedly pursue life-changing roles in this film as audiences get a peek behind the curtain of the entertainment industry.

Wonder Man arrives on DisneyPlus on January 27th. New episodes will debut each Tuesday.

Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol

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Wayne and Lanny, those crazy elves from the North Pole, are back this Christmas for another wild adventure. This time around, they're going undercover on a claus-ified mission for Santa.

Here's the official synopsis from Disney: 

Christmas elves Lanny and Wayne panic when their holiday missions go awry, leaving Wayne thinking he’s in BIG trouble with Santa and accidentally revealing other merry mishaps.

Prep & Landing: The Snowball Protocol airs on the Disney Channel on November 27th. It arrives on DisneyPlus the next day.

Wicked's Epic Conclusion

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Elphaba and Glinda's friendship is the main theme of the Wicked movies. What began as opposites who disliked each other has grown to become a bond closer than sisters. Here's a behind-the-scenes look at this friendship as it grows to its epic conclusion. 

And here are the gorgeous new character posters for the film.

Cynthia Erivo is Elphaba

Ariana Grande is Glinda

Jonathan Bailey is Fiyero

Jeff Goldblum is The Wizard

Michelle Yeoh is Madame Morrible

Marissa Bode is Nessarose

Ethan Slater is Boq

Bowen Yang is Pfanee & 

Bronwyn James is ShenShen

Colman Domingo is the Cowardly Lion

Wicked: For Good arrives in theaters on November 21st.