Disney fans who cannot travel to Anaheim will still be able to watch several of D23’s biggest presentations from home.
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The Acolyte Viewership Failure Exposed by Official Third-Party Report, Star Wars’ Downfall Revealed as Access Media Tries to Spin This as a Positive
This past weekend, numerous access media outlets and Star Wars-centric publications celebrated the perceived success of The Acolyte following the release of Luminate’s 2024 Film and TV report. Headlines and X posts boasted that The Acolyte was Disney+‘s second most-watched series of the year, accumulating 2.7 billion minutes of viewership. However, when the surface-level accolades are set aside and the numbers are examined in greater detail, this supposed victory turns into a major loss and a stark reflection of Disney’s ongoing struggles with the Star Wars franchise and streaming platform Disney+.
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Showrunner Trashes Original Netflix Series, Doubles Down on Disney’s Biggest Repeated Mistake
It seems Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again is already off to a rocky start, thanks to its showrunner Dario Scardapane’s ill-conceived comments about the beloved Netflix Daredevil series.
How Much Does Progress Cost and How Long Does It Take? A Comparison Study by LW Ghost
The Walt Disney Company is BIG, no less so in the hotel business than any of their others, and you would think their experience, economies-of-scale size capability, and general expertise in giving value for money both to guests and stockholders would allow them to do great things at a relatively low cost and high speed.
Star Wars Eyes Ryan Gosling for Starring Role in New Movie by Deadpool and Wolverine Director, But Will it Actually Happen?
In a surprising announcement, The Hollywood Reporter has revealed that Ryan Gosling is in talks to star in Shawn Levy’s upcoming Star Wars movie, which has reportedly been languishing in development for the past two years.
Disney Defies Trump Order on DEI in SEC Filing, Admits to Tying Bonuses to Race and Sex Based Factors, Appears to List Diversity as a “Skill”
In its recent annual filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), The Walt Disney Company showcased unwavering commitment to its controversial Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) agenda. While companies like Amazon, Walmart, Boeing, and Ford are moving away from such initiatives amidst growing national scrutiny, Disney is doing the opposite—proudly incorporating DEI into its board selection process and executive bonuses.
Disney Sets Final Date for MuppetVision 3D, Sealing the Fate of Jim Henson’s Legacy Once and For All
The unthinkable has finally happened. Disney has announced the closing date of MuppetVision 3D at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, the last project Jim Henson worked on before his untimely death in 1990. The attraction, beloved by fans and celebrated for its charm and creativity, will officially shut its doors on June 7, 2025, to make way for a Monsters Inc.-themed land.
RUMOR: X-Men’s Storm Role in The MCU May Go To Socialist Pride Activist Hollywood Celebrity
A new rumor from entertainment leaker MyTimeToShineHello suggests that Marvel Studios is considering Ayo Edebiri, best known for her role as Sydney Adamu in the hit FX series The Bear, to play Storm in its highly anticipated MCU X-Men reboot. If true, this decision would sideline Wicked star and recent Oscar nominee Cynthia Erivo, who has openly voiced her interest in portraying the beloved character.
RUMOR: Star Wars May Bring Natalie Portman Back to Reprise Padmé Amidala for Ahsoka Season 2
The Star Wars fandom is abuzz with conflicting reports about Natalie Portman’s possible return to the galaxy far, far away. YouTuber Kristian Harloff claims that Portman is in talks to reprise her role as Padmé Amidala in the second season of Ahsoka. If true, this would mark her first appearance in the Star Wars universe since 2005’s Revenge of the Sith.
RUMOR: The Red Hulk is Only Featured for Five Minutes of Captain America: Brave New World
Social media is ablaze with rumors that Harrison Ford’s Red Hulk, a central figure in the marketing for Captain America: Brave New World, will have less than five minutes of screen time in the big budget Marvel film. If true, this would represent a significant bait-and-switch by Marvel Studios, which has prominently featured the Red Hulk in nearly every trailer, TV spot, and promotional poster. It should be stressed at this time that this is an unverified rumor.
Chinese Poster for Captain America: Brave New World Partially Obscures Anthony Mackie’s Face – Is Disney Abandoning its DEI Morals for Chinese Money?
Disney is facing renewed criticism for its promotional tactics in China after releasing its latest poster for Captain America: Brave New World. The latest Chinese poster significantly diminishes Anthony Mackie’s presence, moving him into the background of the image and partially obscuring his face as he battles The Red Hulk.
Disney’s Bob Iger Eyed for LA Mayor Amid Karen Bass California Wildfire Controversy
California Congressman Ro Khanna, a former supporter of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, is calling for a major change in the city’s leadership. In the wake of devastating wildfires that exposed LA’s lack of preparedness, Khanna has suggested that Disney CEO Bob Iger should step into the political arena and challenge Bass for the mayoral seat.
Trump Hall of Presidents Return in Question as Disney Makes Suspicious Signage Change
Disney’s Hall of Presidents at Magic Kingdom is no stranger to political controversy, but a subtle change in signage has sparked significant speculation. A recent change in signage has Disney fans wondering if Donald Trump will be featured when The Hall of Presidents repopens.