The Bare Necessities - The Jungle Book

Disney

Whether it's the original or the live-action remake of The Jungle Book, "The Bare Necessities" always brightens my day.

Ralph Breaks the Internet Teaser Poster

Disney

Disney has released an adorable teaser poster for Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2. Poor Ralph, I think he's in for a lot more trouble.

He did it ↘️⬇️↙️ #RalphBreakstheInternet pic.twitter.com/VBheFBzc2R

— Wreck-It Ralph (@wreckitralph) February 26, 2018

Here's the official synopsis from Disney:

"Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2" leaves Litwak’s video arcade behind, venturing into the uncharted, expansive and thrilling world of the internet—which may or may not survive Ralph’s wrecking. Video game bad guy Ralph (voice of John C. Reilly) and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz (voice of Sarah Silverman) must risk it all by traveling to the world wide web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope’s video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet—the netizens—to help navigate their way, including a webite entrepreneur named Yesss (voice of Taraji P. Henson), who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site “BuzzzTube.” Directed by Rich Moore (“Zootopia,” “Wreck-It Ralph”) and Phil Johnston (co-writer “Wreck-It Ralph,” “Cedar Rapids,” co-writer “Zootopia,”), and produced by Clark Spencer (“Zootopia,” “Wreck-It Ralph,” “Bolt”), “Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-Ralph 2” hits theaters on Nov. 21, 2018.

Photo of the Week

I love the chanting Tikis in the Tiki Room.

Coco As Told By Emoji

Disney/Pixar

The latest "As Told By Emoji" short is an adorable retelling of Coco. So cute!

Quote of the Week

Universal

I don't think much of our profession, but, contrasted with respectability, it is comparatively honest.

- Pirate King, The Pirates of Penzance

A New UP Show Will Be Flying Into Animal Kingdom This April

Disney

The 20th anniversary of Animal Kingdom is just around the corner. As part of the celebrations, on April 22, a new show will arrive in Anandapur Village. The "UP! A Great Bird Adventure" Show will allow guests to discover bird species from around the world along with Senior Wilderness Explorer Russell and his squirrel-obsessed pal, Dug. The first artwork for the show, seen above, looks like a lot of fun for the whole family.

Immortals - Big Hero 6

Disney

I do love Disney soundtracks. They really know how to choose the perfect song for each scene, such as this song from Big Hero 6.

Toy Story Land Opening Announced

Disney

It's official: Toy Story Land will open on June 30! Check out this time-lapsed look at the first run of the Slinky Dog Dash Roller Coaster. It looks like a lot of fun!

Here's Your First Look at the Guardians of the Galaxy Ride Coming to EPCOT

Disney

Disney has shared our first look at the new Guardians of the Galaxy ride that will be coming to EPCOT. When completed, the ride will be one of the longest enclosed roller coasters in the world. Imagineers are working to create a unique story and ride system that should be quite impressive. The ride will open in time for Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary in 2021.

Photo of the Week

I know this is not my usual Disney World photo, but the camellias here have just started to bloom and they're absolutely lovely. I can't wait to see what's blooming at the EPCOT Flower and Garden Festival in a few weeks.

Marvel Studios the First Ten Years Poster and Banner

Marvel

After the release of the awesome "class photo" last week, Marvel has released an incredible poster and banner featuring the heroes from the last 10 years of films.

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I love the caption "More than a hero", with the A replaced by the Avengers symbol. So cool!

Quote of the Week

Disney

Now this is the law of the jungle,

As old and as true as the sky,

And the wolf that shall keep it may prosper,

But the wolf that shall break it must die.

As the creeper that girdles the tree trunk,

The law runneth forward and back;

For the strength of the pack is the wolf,

And the strength of the wolf is the pack.

- The Jungle Book, Rudyard Kipling 

Incredibles 2 Trailer

Disney/Pixar

Here's your first look at Incredibles 2, coming to theaters on June 15. It looks like Mr. Incredible has become Mr. Mom so that Elastigirl can save the world. And I love what Edna Mode tells him, "Done properly, parenting is a heroic act... Done properly."

More Incredibles 2 Teaser Posters

Disney/Pixar

Two more teaser posters for Incredibles 2 have been released.

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It looks like Mr. Incredible wanted to look his best for the debut of the trailer during last night's Olympics.

Happy Valentine's Day!

Disney

Happy Valentine's Day!

Incredibles 2 Teaser Posters

Disney/Pixar

Yesterday, Disney and Pixar released two awesome teaser posters for Incredibles 2. The first features laundry, showing that, like the first film, this movie is all about family. The second, is a stylistic drawing of the fabulous Edna Mode.

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Here's the official synopsis from Disney/Pixar:

Everyone’s favorite family of superheroes is back in “Incredibles 2” – but this time Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is in the spotlight, leaving Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell) and Dash (voice of Huck Milner) to navigate the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life. It’s a tough transition for everyone, made tougher by the fact that the family is still unaware of baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. When a new villain hatches a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) must find a way to work together again—which is easier said than done, even when they’re all Incredible.

Incredibles 2 arrives in theaters on June 15.

Oo-De-Lally - Robin Hood

Disney

The cartoon Robin Hood is still my favorite version of the classic story. And it has some very memorable music.

Marvel Celebrates 10 Years of the MCU with Class Photo and Sweepstakes

Marvel

Can you believe it's been 10 years since Marvel began what has become known as the Marvel Cinematic Universe? It all started with Iron Man, and now, 10 years later, everything will come together in Avengers: Infinity War. It has been quite the journey, with an amazing array of talent, both in front of and behind the cameras.

To celebrate this anniversary, Marvel gathered 79 actors and filmmakers, and of course Stan Lee, for a class photo representing the faces we've come to know and love. It's quite the group, and apparently, they were just as in awe of the opportunity as the fans.

Marvel Studios kicks off its yearlong 10th anniversary celebration with a behind the scenes look at the class photo featuring 79 actors and filmmakers from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe. pic.twitter.com/YyYTxMnUrc

— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 8, 2018

As an added bonus, Marvel is celebrating with an awesome sweepstakes for fans. It includes a trip to the Avengers: Infinity War premiere, a tour if Marvel Studios, and a chance to visit the set of Captain Marvel. The sweepstakes will have five weekly drawings between now and March 15, so be sure to check it out.

A special message for the fans. Find out how you can enter the Marvel Studios Ultimate Fan Sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to the Avengers Infinity War Premiere, a tour of Marvel Studios, Captain Marvel Set Visit, and more! See official rules: https://t.co/v1qt9bJS7S pic.twitter.com/duwlScXBgy

— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 8, 2018

Ant-Man and the Wasp Teaser Poster

Marvel

Marvel has gone tiny for the Ant-Man and the Wasp teaser poster. "Real heroes. Not actual size."

First Look at the Alien Swirling Saucers

Disney

With Toy Story Land opening in just a few months, here's our first look at artwork for the Alien Swirling Saucers. It looks very similar to Mater's Junkyard Jamboree at Carsland in California Adventure. Since that's one of my favorite rides, I can't wait to check it out.

Here's how Disney describes the ride:

Once the aliens have powered up their flying saucers, you'll get to climb into a toy rocket and hang on as aliens lead the way on an interstellar romp set to an out-of-this-world beat. And if you're really lucky, you might just get "chosen" by the claw!

Toy Story Land is set to open sometime this summer.

Photo of the Week

I love the Tinker Toys and the rest of the theming of the third track queue at Toy Story Mania.

Quote of the Week

BBC

We're all stories, in the end.

Just make it a good one, eh?

- Eleventh Doctor, Doctor Who

Solo: A Star Wars Story Teaser Trailer & Posters

Lucasfilm

Solo: A Star Wars Story is the latest addition to the Star Wars Universe. It looks like an over-the-top adventure featuring Han, his buddies Lando and Chewie, and a few new characters. Check out the teaser trailer below.

There are also four new character posters for the film.

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Alden Ehrenreich as Han Solo

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Donald Glover as Lando Calrissian

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Emilia Clarke as Qi'ra

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And finally, Chewie

And here's the official synopsis from Lucasfilm:

Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in Solo: A Star Wars Story, an all-new adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy. Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo meets his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and encounters the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes.

Solo: A Star Wars Story arrives in theaters on May 25.

Avengers: Infinity War Superbowl Spot

Marvel

Marvel released a new teaser trailer for Avengers: Infinity War during the Superbowl last night. It's going to be so hard to wait until May 4!

They also released a huge collection of Twitter emojis before the game started.

#IronMan #DrStrange pic.twitter.com/AugUeRqvTC

— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) February 5, 2018

And here's the official synopsis from Marvel, just in case you missed it:

An unprecedented cinematic journey ten years in the making and spanning the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe, Marvel Studios' Avengers: Infinity War brings to the screen the ultimate, deadliest showdown of all time. The Avengers and their Super Hero allies must be willing to sacrifice it all in an attempt to defeat the power of Thanos before his blitz of devastation and ruin puts an end to the universe.

Live to Rise - Avengers Soundtrack

Marvel

I watched Avengers again yesterday and this song has been stuck in my head ever since. It's a good thing I like it.

It's Going to be an Incredible Summer at Disney World

Disney

Stories from Disney films will come to life this summer at Disney World as part of their "Incredible Summer." Find something new at each park. Here's a peek at what you can expect.

At the Magic Kingdom, the Incredibles will take over Tomorrowland in a superhero filled dance party on the Rocket Tower Stage. Dance the night away with Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, and Frozone. And for the first time, meet Edna Mode, designer of all the superheroes' costumes but no capes!

EPCOT is bringing the Guardians of the Galaxy to the stage. Star-Lord and Gamora, along with an alien band, are throwing a party featuring music from Awesome Mixtapes 1 & 2.

Animal Kingdom is getting two new events "Explorers Meet UP! A Great Bird Adventure" & a "Dino-Tastic" celebration. First up, discover new bird species at a show starring Russell and Dug from UP. Then visit a "dino-tastic" celebration as Donald Duck takes over Dinoland. U.S.A.

And finally, at Hollywood Studios, the new land we've all been waiting for is set to open this summer. Toy Story Land is an 11-acre adventure where guest shrink to toy size as they explore Andy's backyard. Ride two new rides: the Slinky Dog Dash roller coaster and the Alien Swirling Saucers featuring the Little Green Men. Or try to beat your high score on Toy Story Mania! And don't forget to grab a quick meal and an old-fashioned soda float at Woody's Lunch Box.

It sounds like it's going to be an Incredible summer!

Celebrate the 65th Anniversary of Peter Pan with Some PhotoPass Magic

Disney

Peter Pan premiered on February 3, 1953. To celebrate the 65th anniversary of the film, PhotoPass photographers are adding a little Pixie Dust to your photos. From February 4th through the 10th, there will be several special photo opportunities that you'll only find at the Magic Kingdom.

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Mr. Smee and Captain Hook will be coming ashore in Fantasyland for a special photo. They'll be available intermittently from 9AM to 6:15PM, so keep a weather eye open for those rascally pirates.

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Nearby, you may just discover that Peter Pan's shadow has appeared in your photo.

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Stop by the bridge near Sleepy Hollow Refreshments for a photo that brings out your inner fairy.

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Or find a photographer on Main Street that will take a photo where Tinker Bell magically appears in your hand.

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The final photo opportunity is in front of the Partner's Statue, where you can hold this "Take Me to Never Land" sign in your photos.

And don't forget, you'll need to purchase Memory Maker before, during, or after your vacation to receive all of your PhotoPass photos and videos. Memory Maker is included with some Annual Passes.

Photo of the Week

Have you ever been spit upon by this camel while riding "The Magic Carpets of Aladdin" in the Magic Kingdom? It actually pretty hilarious!