Disney Rumors & News

The larger-than-life Lilypad at Disney’s Hollywood Studios currently isn’t functioning properly. Though guests can hear her talking, nothing appears on her screen. Lilypad Broken Lilypad was introduced to…

The 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature Universal Orlando Resort’s first-ever balloon, inspired by holiday mascot Earl the Squirrel. Earl the Squirrel Balloon Despite a years-long collaboration…

Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance has yet to open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios today (Wednesday, October 28). Rise of the Resistance Closed Both Rise of the Resistance…

Disney's latest hotel will have a lot to offer in July.

runDisney reportedly revealed their 2027 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend themes accidentally. Themes included Frozen, Muppets, and more. 2027 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Themes…

Connor Storrie, who recently gained attention for his role in the hockey drama Heated Rivalry, is reportedly in talks to join Ryan Gosling in Marvel Studios’ upcoming Ghost Rider movie. Storrie…

An Australian family is trying to get home after a dream Tokyo Disney Resort trip but will need upwards of $200,000 to do so. Family Trying to Get…

Piston Peak continues to take shape at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, as work continues on the former site of Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America.

If you have been reading along here at MickeyBlog, you know that changes are underway at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Over the course of the year, several projects…

Channel 4 and The Walt Disney Company announced a landmark agreement that will bring Channel 4 to Disney+ in the UK and Ireland from early 2027. Disney+ and…

October has been an exciting month at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, as numerous changes have unfolded at Nomad Lounge. Since opening in 2016, Nomad Lounge has delighted guests with…

Oriental Land Company and Tokyo Disney Resort have announced an opening date for the Wreck-it Ralph attraction coming to Tokyo Disneyland! Sugar Rush: Sweet Rescue will officially open…

If you’re planning a visit to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii early next year, there’s something you might want to know about before your vacation.…

In the annals of Walt Disney World history, no chapter is stranger than the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. The immersive role-playing hotel experience opened on March 1, 2022,…

Disneyland Resort reportedly collects $3.6 billion on theme park admission every year, The Orange County Register calculated based on numbers in Bob Chapek’s memoir. Disneyland Ticket Sales In…

Could more AI be coming to Disney?

Disney Cruise Line guests report that the toddler slide in the Nemo’s Reef splash pad on the Disney Dream and Fantasy is closed permanently. Nemo’s Reef Slide Nemo’s…

Just in time for Halloween, the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror has been restored to its former aesthetic glory. Exterior work began on the cherished Disney’s Hollywood Studios…

A 65-year-old man was found dead at a Disneyland Resort entrance on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Death Near Disneyland Anaheim Police Sgt. Eric Anderson told the Los Angeles…

Did you know there’s a new Wish-class ship that will be sailing out of Japan? We got some new information...

Legendary Walt Disney Imagineer and icon of theme park design, Bob Gurr, is celebrating his 95th birthday! In an Instagram post by Josh D’Amaro, the Disney CEO said…

After we got a bird’s-eye view inside the Monsters, Inc. door coaster yesterday, our reporter captured some shots from the ground for a new perspective on the massive…

After being removed in 2020, Disney's Citizens of Hollywood entertained Guests at Disney's Hollywood Studios along with other rare characters. Citzens of Hollywood My favorite thing about Hollywood…

It’s the backside of water! There is no denying that one of the most iconic Disney rides ever is the Jungle Cruise. This silly boat ride adventure has…

Latest Aerial Progress on Lakeshore Lodge and Boat Dock Construction on Disney's

Oscar nominee Sandra Hüller was recently announced by Variety to be appearing in the upcoming Marvel film in a cameo role. Sandra Hüller Joins Avengers: Doomsday Cast Oscar…

Crews continue to add more thematic elements to Tropical Americas, a new land under construction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Tropical Americas Main Entrance There were no scrims blocking…

Permit Approved for Magic Kingdom North Marina Dock Expansion Walt Disney World is moving forward with another behind-the-scenes project near Magic Kingdom! The South Florida Water Management District…

Crews are delivering concrete for foundation pilings at the site of a future Dark Universe attraction, with new aerial photos showing progress behind Monsters Unchained at Universal Epic…

As of October 23, Indiana Jones Adventure: Temple of the Forbidden Eye is back open at Disneyland. The ride has been closed for refurbishment for over six weeks.…

A freak thunderstorm at Disneyland last night sent guests running for higher ground as clogged drains turned parts of the park into wading pools. Flooding in Disneyland After…

An Aurora, Colorado, man was arrested after trying to board a Disney Cruise Line ship while out on bond following a months-long child predator sting operation. Accused Child…

A falling phone found a fortunate landing spot on Goofy’s Sky School at Disney California Adventure: another guest’s lap. Before turning it in, the helpful guest recorded a…

2026 has been a banner year for the Toy Story franchise, which appears to be more popular than ever. Earlier this year, Toy Story 5 brought Buzz, Woody,…

The budget for the upcoming Star Wars film starring Ryan Gosling has now been revealed, and it’s reportedly larger than the budget for The Force Awakens. Star Wars:…

The upcoming Bountiful Valley Brews bar, currently under construction at Disney California Adventure, has now received a new, albeit covered, sign above the patio. Bountiful Valley Brews Bar…

ABC affiliates are not happy with Disney planning to offer multiple different ways to stream the 2027 Super Bowl. Disney Super Bowl Streaming Options It was first confirmed…

Disney has announced a change to the celebrity narrator lineup for the 2026 Candlelight Processional, with a familiar voice and face stepping in for opening weekend! Jordan Fisher…

While the infamous Yeti of Expedition Everest may not yet be fixed, some lighting changes have helped make him more visible than ever before.What's Happening:During D23: The Ultimate…

Disney Lorcana co-founder Ryan Miller shared details about Collector Boosters and a new rarity coming to the trading card game in February 2027. Disney Lorcana Collector Boosters and…

Somehow, Bob Chapek returned. In the midst of the former Disney CEO’s book tour, the ex-executive has found the time to serve as one of the four nominees…

The Disney rumor mill is pretty much always swirling. Tower of Terror under construction Folks want to know what’s going on behind construction walls, what the “tea” is…

Construction efforts are well underway in and around the footprint of the new Coco attraction coming to Disney’s California Adventure. ‘Coco’ Ride Construction Update In our previous update,…

Somewhere, that giant pumpkin deserves to light up again. Disney is developing a fifth Halloweentown movie, bringing one of its most beloved Halloween franchises back into the conversation…

An exclusive preview of Marvel’s upcoming film, Avengers: Doomsday, will be shown during Game 1 of the World Series. ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Preview During World Series Game 1 MLB…

Disney just dropped two NEW permits for AI technology.

The Tree of Life Awakenings will return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom on November 1, 2026, just in time for the end of Daylight Saving Time.... The post Tree…

The producer of Encanto has admitted that there have been no discussions to greenlight a sequel to the film. No Encanto Sequel Creative Executive of Walt Disney Animation…

Captain Jack Sparrow, Captain Hector Barbossa, and more characters have now been cast for the immersive Pirates of the Caribbean stage show coming to London next year. Cast…

Is Disney planning something sneaky and secretive?!

Magic Kingdom is now at Annual Passholder reservation capacity on November 10 and 11 2026, the two days Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade runs at 2 PM.

According to an eye witness account, Fantasmic! was abruptly cancelled mid-performance on October 21 at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Fantasmic! Abruptly Cancelled According to the Reddit post, the 8:00…

Taika Waititi confirmed that his Star Wars film has been put on ice while he works on other projects. Taika Waititi’s ‘Star Wars’ Film Put ‘on Ice’ Taika…

A former Walt Disney Imagineer said building Splash Mountain is one of her biggest regrets. Imagineer Regrets Building Splash Mountain Kathy Mangum, who retired from Imagineering in 2018,…

Disney’s boardroom drama is getting another chapter, and Bob Iger is taking the author’s seat. The former Disney CEO will revisit his return to the company in One…

The Ridge Jewel, stolen from the Society of Explorers and Adventurers (S.E.A.) long ago, is now on display in Disneyland. There is also an oar on display, as…

Tiana's Bayou Adventure is closing soon, but mark your calendars because we have full reopening details. Tiana's Bayou Adventure Tiana's Bayou Adventure opened June 28, 2024, at Walt…

The giant Jack Skellington puppet that introduces Disney’s Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks at Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party recently had a mishap: his arm fell off! Jack Skellington…

The Central Plaza of Disneyland Park at Paris was evacuated this morning due to a reported gas leak. It has since reopened. Disneyland Paris Gas Leak According to…

Shanghai Disneyland has begun testing their new Spider-Man roller coaster at full-speed and with dummies. Spider-Man Roller Coaster Testing Walt Disney Imagineering shared a photo of Imagineers posing…

Walt Disney World is raising Lightning Lane prices. This time, the Premier Pass is almost $500, jumping from $449 to $499 per person, plus tax, at Magic Kingdom.…

About a month after a confusing new entrance configuration was in place at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, a roundabout has reopened, giving guests a direct entrance…

Guests staying in The Villas at Disneyland Hotel spotted bed bugs in their room and report that the front desk did “nothing” to resolve the issue. Warning: images…

A ceiling fan in the queue for Stardust Racers at Universal Epic Universe fell, reportedly hitting a guest, on Sunday, October 18, 2026. Stardust Racers Ceiling Fan Falls…

Disney Research Hub shared a video and paper about Kamino, the simulation software they used to program the walking, talking Olaf animatronic and other Disney Parks robots. Disney’s…

Rumors are swirling that the Matterhorn Bobsleds will be relocated and rebuilt or removed entirely as part of the comprehensive reimagining of Tomorrowland at Disneyland. This post shares…

Y’all, we hate to break it to you, but the rumors are not true. Tower of Terror You might have seen rumors floating around that Mark Silverman, the…

After several heated altercations among Guests, Disney finally cracks down on line skipping at this popular attraction. Cosmic Rewind Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind still garners high wait…

Diamond Horseshoe has reopened as a limited-time lounge at Magic Kingdom. Our review explores the food, drinks, atmosphere, and seating, from root beer-glazed ribs to a standing spot…

Known for jaw-dropping trick shots, outrageous sports challenges and family-friendly comedy, YouTube sensations Dude Perfect are teaming up with Disney in a major new partnership that includes entertainment,…

Disney reportedly plans to pay $60 million annually to 66 employees recruited from Character.AI, weeks after cutting hundreds of positions, including technology jobs. Disney Recruits Character.AI Staff The…

More balloons have appeared on the queue building of the Up ride in Disney Adventure World at Disneyland Paris. The ride itself, however, still hasn’t arrived. Up Ride…

We've got the most recent reports on theme park injuries in Florida.

If you love using Disney gift cards on vacation, you will want to be aware of this big change affecting where Disney gift cards are now accepted. Disney…

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge now offers a dedicated Mandalorian meet and greet near the Millennium Falcon, with PhotoPass, alongside the existing free-roam sightings around Batuu. Read full article

Jason Recher is now Senior Vice President of Digital Marketing and Creator Partnerships for The Walt Disney Company. Jason Recher Recher announced his new role in a LinkedIn…

Banana Ball is coming back to Disney World in 2027!

Netflix has named former Disney executive Peter Rice as its new Chief Content Officer, as announced today by Deadline. Rice was fired from Disney in 2022 during the…

Disneyland Character and Parade Cast Members are set to stage a major protest just outside the theme park’s gates this weekend in response to unhappiness regarding contract negotiations…

Disney Cruise Line is making menu changes and appears poised to enforce a rule, as it emails Platinum and Pearl Castaway Club members with upcoming sailings to inform…

EPCOT makes changes to Spaceship Earth due to safety concerns. Check out the new change. Safety at Disney Parks Disney Cast Members really are the magic of the…

After eliminating the single rider line at Expedition Everest, Walt Disney World is now testing another popular single rider line. Single Rider Line Single Rider lines are separate…

Frozen Ever After, a musical boat ride attraction inspired by Frozen, will close for refurbishment in September 2027 at Disneyland Paris. Frozen Ever After Refurbishment According to the…

Disney Theatrical Group and Lightstorm Entertainment Inc. have licensed AVATAR: Guardians of Eywa, a new immersive walkthrough experience. It will hold its world premiere at Niagara Parks in…

New rumors are swirling that Walt Disney World plans to install new facial recognition entrances and replace hotel room key readers to support digital keys, further phasing out…

Nicolas Cage hasn’t signed on for National Treasure 3, although director Jon Turteltaub has said the film is “happening.” Is Nicolas Cage Returning for National Treasure 3? At…

A new building permit filed October 14 lists a June 9, 2027 expiration date for the Rose & Crown refurbishment at EPCOT, the first concrete timeline clue for…

Walt Disney World has filed a Notice of Commencement permit for general construction at the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and the named…

Limited-time Halloween Boo Buckets inspired by Disney Villains have arrived at McDonald’s. Disney Villains Boo Buckets The buckets are the same shape and size as traditional McDonald’s Boo…

A revised permit from Disneyland Resort reveals they have reduced the planned size of their new parking garage. Disneyland Shrinks New Parking Garage Disneyland submitted revised building permits…

Okay, we did not think we could get any more excited about future Disney TV shows and movies until this most recent announcement… ©Disney That’s right, an Artemis…

Disney Cruise Line’s ship dedicated to the Tokyo market is officially named the Disney Imagination. This fifth and final Wish-class ship will be operated by the Oriental Land…

Nearly three years after Disney revealed their “HoloTile floor,” their patent for the technology has been published. HoloTile Floor Patent The patent is titled “Modular Omnidirectional Actuated Floors…

Mako's closure is about more than one roller coaster. Following the fatal Six Flags incident, Attractions Magazine examines the similarities between the rides, three areas investigators may scrutinize…

A guest walking from Magic Kingdom to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa caught a raccoon swiping food from a trash can in broad daylight. Raccoon in Walt…

An upcoming but as-yet unannounced Disney game in development at Epic Games has been delayed after the studio pushed its developers to implement an “AI-first” approach. ‘No More…

According to KTLA 5, police are searching for a man after two suspicious items were left near the bus roundabout leading to Disneyland on October 12th. Disneyland Officers…

Framing for the new ticket booths at Disneyland is now visible after the old ticket booths were demolished to make way for anew pedestrian bridge. Framing for New…

We didn't expect this experience aboard Remy's Ratatouille Adventure. Remy's Ratatouille Adventure As many Disney fans know, Remy's Ratatouille Adventure first opened at Disneyland Paris on July 10, 2014.…

Character.AI has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and Disney is the lead bidder for part of what the company is selling. The company says Disney agreed before the…

Olaf Draws! at The Magic of Disney Animation in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is once again operating in B-mode. Olaf Draws! B-Mode When the Olaf animatronic is having trouble,…

Universal Horror Unleashed ticket prices have been cut up to 69% amid rumors that the year-round Las Vegas horror location is facing low attendance. Universal Horror Unleashed Ticket…

Three actors have joined the pilot of the upcoming Disney+ show based on Spaceship Earth, the iconic time-traveling attraction of EPCOT. Actors Join Disney+ ‘Spaceship Earth’ Series Pilot…

A long-awaited policy change should thrill Disneyland Magic Key holders. In an email sent this morning, Disneyland Resort President Jill Estorino announced that Magic Key holders will be…

A Disney creator known for her keen AI-spotting eye has identified AI-generated art used in the cafes onboard Disney Cruise Line. AI Flyers in Disney Cruise Line Cafes…

It was price hike week at Walt Disney World! Increases hit everything from late 2027 park tickets to character dining experiences, special tours, fireworks dessert parties and other…

It's fall, and it seems more and more Disney guests are falling into bad behavioral patterns. Here is the latest bad idea to land in Walt Disney World.…

Before we even boarded the ship on our most recent Disney cruise, I had an epiphany. A subject I’d discussed before my trip suddenly became topical again…but not…

Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that one of its most storied attractions is getting a fresh, terrifying update. The iconic live theater show at Universal Studios Florida will…

Marvel Animation’s X-Men ’97 will return for a third season on Disney+, with the first teaser for the upcoming episodes revealed at New York Comic Con. First Look at ‘X-Men…

Fan Captures Drama as Rhinos Face Off at Disney’s Animal Kingdom A routine expedition on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom turned into an unforgettable wildlife spectacle when…

New Disney Permit Hints at Additional Changes for Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin may have just received a major upgrade…

His critics say Chapek blew it with Hollywood, Florida, AND Wall Street, and nearly lost his own top executives. Somebody's not telling the whole story.

Just when you think that you have seen and heard it all! Find out why a DoorDash driver allegedly pulled a gun on a Walt Disney World bus…

Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has begrudgingly welcomed amateur comedians to add a "joke" when Centurion Tal Marik (Terry Crews) asks what to call the people of…

A new patent from Disney describes possible improvements to real-time motion capture for animated projects. This could benefit future theme park animatronics. Real-Time Animation Motion Capture Patent The…

There’s a shocking number of abandoned buildings all around Walt Disney World. Restaurants, rides, shows, shops, and other spaces around the parks and the resort hotels that WDW…

Disney’s latest Southern California purchase comes with a hefty price tag and plenty of room: a 25-acre campus just miles from Disneyland. The company has acquired Yamaha Motor…

When Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings earned $450 million at the global box office at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, it seemed Simu Liu…

Running Star Wars sounds like a dream job. Then you remember that every decision comes with decades of expectations, a massive business riding on it, and an audience…

Over the last few years, Walt Disney World has rolled back many of the guest unfriendly changes and removed needless friction from visiting. Among things that realistically could…

Tucker the Young Giraffe Snaps Light off Safari Vehicle at Disney World Guests on a VIP safari tour at Disney’s Animal Kingdom got a little more up-close interaction…

Marvel fans, keep those casting wish lists handy. The Russo brothers still have names up their sleeves.

Disney began rolling out the beta version of their new AI-powered vacation planning tool last month and we finally got...

A few months ago, Walt Disney World announced a trio of new experiences on the horizon at the BoardWalk, set to opening starting in late 2026. This included…

New Lawsuit Claims Disney Fired Cast Member Following Pre-Approved Medical Leave A former Walt Disney Parks and Resorts cast member has filed a federal lawsuit against the company,…

Well it looks like that Disney is going to a story that goes along with a famous line and song “Once Upon a Dream”. A new live-action Sleeping…

This could be the type of Disney magic we have been begging for! Imagine taking photos at the Disney Parks minus the crowds of people around you. Disney…

Disney Files Permit for Construction in EPCOT’s Norway Pavilion Disney has filed a new construction permit for the Norway Pavilion at EPCOT, although the paperwork leaves plenty of…

Pokémon cards could return to McDonald’s Happy Meals this November, with a 15-card collection, special confetti holos and a choice of Pokémon toys or books. The post Pokémon…