One year ago this week, Walt Disney World made the surprise announcement that it would be permanently closing Galactic Starcruiser, its “Star Wars hotel.” This came amidst struggles filling ‘voyages’ despite discounting, but was nevertheless surprising that it happened so fast. The closure of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser itself was not a shock–we predicted that […]
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According to Deadline, tracking of Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” indicates it will have the biggest domestic box office year-to-date.
“Inside Out 2” will be released on June 14, Father’s Day weekend. Experts predict its three-day opening will be between $80 million and $85 million, potentially beating “Dune Part Two” ($82.5 million) and “Godzilla X Kong: The New Empire ($80 million).
If “Inside Out 2” is successful, it would be big news for Disney and Pixar. Films from both studios have been underperforming since COVID-19 hit, including Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Wish” last winter and Pixar’s “Elemental” last summer.
“Inside Out” (2015) made $90.4 million in its first weekend and $858.8 million total worldwide. It won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
The first 35 minutes of the sequel were shown to exhibitors at CinemaCon in April “to great laughs.” Deadline says, “It’s totally a step up from the first movie.”
“Inside Out 2” is directed by Kelsey Mann from a screenplay by Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein. It stars Amy Poehler as Joy, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, Lewis Black as Anger, Tony Hale as Fear (replacing Bill Hader), Liza Lapira as Disgust (replacing Mindy Kaling), Maya Hawke as Anxiety, Ayo Edebiri as Envy, Adèle Exarchopoulos as Ennui, and Paul Walter Hauser as Embarrassment.
It had the biggest animated trailer launch in Disney history.
A sneak peek of “Inside Out 2” is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The Joy meet and greet is also moving from EPCOT to Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
The movie will be featured in the summer 2024 Disney twenty-three issue. Inspired by the film, Airbnb will open Team Riley Headquarters, one of their new Icons.
Watch the “Inside Out 2” trailer below.
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This week Tamron Hall welcomes a number of special guests including actors and reality stars. Together they’ll discuss major life events, current projects, and so much more. What’s Happening: Tamron Hall brings a refreshing, relatable and unstoppable voice to the daytime community – talking to the people you are talking about. From the deeply personal to […]
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Live with Kelly and Mark has announced their special guests for the week of May 27th. Among the guests joining for a virtual or on location appearance are iconic actors and lifestyle experts. What’s Happening: Every day millions of Americans tune in to ABC’s nationally syndicated, long running morning talk show Live with Kelly and Mark for […]
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GMA3: What You Need to Know has announced their guest list for the week of May 27th-31st. Among those joining for a virtual or in-person visit are chefs, doctors, public figures and more who will discuss current projects, and some of the popular topics facing our nation. What’s Happening: Every afternoon, ABC’s news program, GMA3: What You […]
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This week Jimmy Kimmel Live! will welcome a number of special guests including actors and musical guests who will discuss current projects, business successes, and perform their latest hits. What’s Happening: Every weeknight, comedian Jimmy Kimmel entertains audiences across the nation with his wit and fun take on the world at large. The show features a […]
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Next week, The View will welcome special guests to the daily talk show including politicians and authors who will discuss their current and upcoming projects and topics relevant in today’s world. What’s Happening: The View is the place to go for daily conversation about hot button issues including politics, arts and entertainment, business and more. Each day, […]
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“Fantasmic!” resumed performances at Disneyland Park one year after a sudden pause due to a fire that destroyed the show’s Maleficent dragon figure.
“Fantasmic!” is mostly the same as it was prior to the April 2023 fire but there are two major changes, which Disney previously announced. The “Peter Pan” sequence using the Sailing Ship Columbia was restored. In 2016, the “Peter Pan” section was replaced with a Pirates of the Caribbean sequence.
At the end of the show, Mickey still battles Maleficent. However, she stays in her humanoid form instead of transforming into a dragon. Maleficent is lifted 35 feet into the air by a rising tower, putting her approximately at the same height as her dragon figure.
The exit music that plays after the show is the original from 1992.
Watch our video of the updated “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland below.
“Fantasmic!” debuted at Disneyland Park on May 13, 1992. Another version opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida on October 15, 1998. A third version ran at Tokyo DisneySea from April 28, 2011, to February 29, 2020.
During the climactic sequence of “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland on April 22, 2023, the Maleficent dragon burst into flames. The dragon already tended to break down, leading to fans aptly naming it “Murphy” after Murphy’s Law: “Anything that can go wrong will go wrong.”
Murphy was destroyed by the fire and six Cast Members were treated for smoke inhalation. The show was temporarily suspended as were similar fire effects at Disney Parks worldwide. Disney ultimately announced the show would not return until spring 2024 and that Maleficent would not appear in her dragon form.
Disneyland replaced “Fantasmic!” with temporary entertainment on Rivers of America, including “The Heartbeat of New Orleans — A Living Mural.” In November 2023, they announced the return date for “Fantasmic!” In April 2024, they released “Fantasmic!” showtimes. Earlier this month, reservations opened for “Fantasmic!” dining packages. Days before “Fantasmic!” returned, Disney shared a few clips and photos of the updated show.
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