Disney’s biggest fan event of the year is underway and we’ve got some important news to share!
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We’re here at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event in Anaheim, California to bring YOU all the latest Disney news! From August 9th through the 11th, Disney is using the D23 expo to deliver information about the future of Disney entertainment, theme parks, and more. In fact, Disney just shared an exciting update about a popular attraction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios!
During its Horizons: D23 Disney Experiences Showcase Saturday evening, Disney revealed that a popular ride in Galaxy’s Edge will soon receive an update. Millenium Falcon Smuggler’s Run will include one of the most popular Star Wars characters, the Mandalorian!
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This new Mandalorian AND Grogu storyline will coincide with the release of upcoming films in 2026! When Star Wars creative executive Dave Filoni joined Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro onstage to announce the update to the attraction, they also confirmed this would roll out to BOTH Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort and Disney World.
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Lucasfilm’s team used Epic’s Unreal Engine to create several of the virtual sets for The Mandalorian. With Disney and Epic partnering together on this update, Epic’s Unreal Engine will help the Mandalorian and Grogu jump to lightspeed right before our eyes!
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We’re super excited for this ride and the rest of Disney’s announcements, so stay tuned right here at DFB for all the latest!
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