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Tom Felton Extends Run as Draco Malfoy in ‘Harry Potter and The Cursed Child’
Tom Felton will continue his portrayal of Draco Malfoy in the Broadway production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child through November 1, 2026. The extension was confirmed by the show’s producers in early April 2026. Felton joined the production in November 2025,...
Audience Anticipation Survey Shows No One is Interested in ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’
By the time The Mandalorian and Grogu hits theaters this May, it will have been nearly seven years since there was a Star Wars film on the big screen. Many observers might expect some degree of anticipation. However, a recent survey of moviegoers suggests that interest in the upcoming film is surprisingly muted.
Writers Say Lucasfilm Won’t Allow Mara Jade in ‘Star Wars’
Mara Jade is one of the most popular Star Wars characters excluded from the official continuity. Now, writers working within Disney’s established timeline say Lucasfilm is not permitting her adaptation. While those comments apply primarily to the literary side of the galaxy far, far away, they reinforce a broader impression. Mara Jade appears to have little chance of making the jump to the screen.
GTA VI Price Range Revealed — How Much Will it Cost?
While gamers wait for Grand Theft Auto VI to open for pre-orders, they now have some idea of how much the game may cost. For months, online speculation has suggested that the latest entry in the iconic franchise could exceed $100. However, in an interview with The Game Business, Strauss Zelnick, CEO of Take-Two Interactive (parent company of Rockstar Games), indicated a more conventional price range for GTA VI of $70–$80.
Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro Slashes Up to 1,000 Jobs as Company Reckons With Years of Costly Missteps
Disney is preparing to eliminate as many as 1,000 positions in the coming weeks, with a heavy focus on the consolidated marketing department. This marks one of the first major moves under new Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, who took over in March 2026 after Bob Iger’s exit....
Michael J. Fox Reacts to CNN Insinuating That He Died
After CNN posted a tribute in memory of Michael J. Fox, the actor himself reacted on social media. In a post on Threads, he appeared to take the mistake in stride, responding with humor while reassuring fans that he hadn’t died, despite CNN’s insinuation.
Disney Using Trump Lawyer To Protect ‘Thin-Skinned’ Bob Iger From Media Exposure
Bob Iger isn’t waiting around to see how his story gets told. With an unauthorized book about the Bob Iger era of The Walt Disney Company on the way, the company has reportedly brought in one of the most aggressive defamation lawyers in the country—raising immediate...
Big Thunder Mountain Reopening Date Set, Height Requirement Lowered
Disney announced the reopening date for Big Thunder Mountain, with a lower height requirement. Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom will reopen on May 3, 2026, following a lengthy refurbishment. The attraction has remained closed since January 2025 for a...
Zelda Art Director Raises Concerns Over Link Speaking Too Much in Live-Action Movie
Following its recent box office success, Nintendo and Sony are currently in production on a live-action Legend of Zelda film. A cinematic adaptation of the popular video game franchise is something fans have wanted for a long time. However, in a post on X, Takaya Imamura, the art director of 2000’s The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, appeared to suggest that he doesn’t want Link speaking in the upcoming film.
Universal Found a Sneaky Way to Get Disillusioned Disney Die Hards to Try Their Parks
The competition for Florida tourist dollars continues, and Universal is considering another plan to pull guests to them from Disney. Universal Orlando Resort is exploring the possibility of offering a discounted annual pass to current Walt Disney World Resort...
Ohio High School Marching Band Instruments Stolen Before Disney World Performance
An Ohio high school marching band traveling to Florida for a scheduled Walt Disney World parade performance discovered that a significant number of instruments were stolen from their equipment trailer in the early hours before their show. https://youtu.be/nCat2SM83U8...
Steven Soderbergh Says ‘The Hunt for Ben Solo’ Isn’t Happening Even After Disney Leadership Change
According to Steven Soderbergh, The Hunt for Ben Solo—like its central character—is dead. The proposed Star Wars film was developed by Soderbergh, Jules Asner (writing under her pseudonym Rebecca Blunt), and star Adam Driver. While then–Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy and future president and COO Dave Filoni reportedly supported the concept, Driver has said Disney executives ultimately rejected it.