Iconic Characters In A Whole New Disney’s “The Lion King” Roars Into Theaters | Posters and Trailer

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Filmmakers, talent and special guests celebrated Disney’s “The Lion King” in Hollywood. The movie welcomes beloved characters back to the big screen in a whole new way. A new clip featuring “Circle of Life” also debuted during the event livestream.

DISNEY’S “THE LION KING” CHARACTER POSTERS

Staying true to the classic story, director Jon Favreau utilizes pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring the iconic characters to the big screen in a whole new way. Featuring the voices of Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon, Disney’s “The Lion King” opened in U.S. theaters on July 19, 2019.

Just in case you didn't know:
Disney’s “The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau (“The Jungle Book”), journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.

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Genre: Action-Adventure
U.S. Release Date: July 19, 2019

Cast: Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alfre Woodard, Billy Eichner, John Kani, John Oliver, Florence Kasumba, Eric André, Keegan-Michael Key, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, with Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and James Earl Jones.

Director: Jon Favreau

Producers: Jon Favreau, Jeffrey Silver, Karen Gilchrist

Screenplay by: Jeff Nathanson

Meet Old and New Friends in Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4 June 21, 2019 | Official Trailers and Poster

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Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 4

Tickets are on sale now for Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4,” which opens in U.S. theaters on June 21, 2019. Watch Woody in this new clip as he introduces Forky to everyone in Bonnie’s room for the first time.

Fans can catch Woody and the gang a day before “Toy Story 4” officially opens with two special opportunities taking place in select theaters across the country. Check Fandango.com for more information and to find participating theaters.

* Opening Night Fan Events will invite fans to be among the first to experience the movie on Thursday, June 20. In addition to watching the film early, attendees will receive a set of “Toy Story 4” collectible character cards and be a special event-only concession offer.

*“Toy Story 4” Movie Marathons take moviegoers on a “Toy Story” extravaganza on Thursday, June 20, showing all four “Toy Story” films back to back. In addition to seeing Buzz, Woody and all their Toy Story friends on the big screen, fans will receive an exclusive Woody pin, a set of collectible character cards and get a special event-only concession offer.

ABOUT “TOY STORY 4”:

Woody (voice of Tom Hanks) has always been confident about his place in the world, and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. 

So, when Bonnie’s beloved new craft-project-turned-toy, Forky (voice of Tony Hale), declares himself as “trash” and not a toy, Woody takes it upon himself to show Forky why he should embrace being a toy. 

But when Bonnie takes the whole gang on her family’s road trip excursion, Woody ends up on an unexpected detour that includes a reunion with his long-lost friend Bo Peep (voice of Annie Potts). 

After years of being on her own, Bo’s adventurous spirit and life on the road belie her delicate porcelain exterior.

As Woody and Bo realize they’re worlds apart when it comes to life as a toy, they soon come to find that’s the least of their worries. 

Directed by Josh Cooley (“Riley’s First Date?”), and produced by Mark Nielsen (associate producer “Inside Out”) and Jonas Rivera (“Inside Out,” “Up”), Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” ventures to U.S. theaters on June 21, 2019.

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Aladdin flies into theaters nationwide May 24, 2019! Official Trailer and Poster

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The brand new trailer and poster for Disney’s live-action adaptation of “Aladdin,” directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Will Smith, Mena Massoud and Naomi Scott, is here!  #Aladdin flies into theaters nationwide May 24, 2019!

A thrilling and vibrant live-action adaptation of Disney’s animated classic, “Aladdin” is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. Directed by Guy Ritchie, who brings his singular flair for fast-paced, visceral action to the fictitious port city of Agrabah, “Aladdin” is written by John August and Ritchie based on Disney’s “Aladdin.” The film stars Will Smith as the Genie; Mena Massoud as Aladdin; Naomi Scott as Jasmine; Marwan Kenzari as Jafar; Navid Negahban as the Sultan; Nasim Pedrad as Dalia and Billy Magnussen as Prince Anders.

“Aladdin” is produced by Dan Lin, p.g.a., and Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a., with Kevin De La Noy and Marc Platt serving as executive producers. Eight-time Academy Award®-winning composer Alan Menken provides the score, which includes new recordings of the original songs written by Menken and Oscar®-winning lyricists Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and includes two new songs written by Menken and lyrics by Oscar and Tony Award®-winning songwriters Benj Pasek and Justin Paul.

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Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME trailer and poster is here!

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Marvel Studios’ AVENGERS: ENDGAME in U.S. theaters on April 26, 2019.

Here's the synopsis:

The grave course of events set in motion by Thanos that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks compels the remaining Avengers to take one final stand in Marvel Studios’ grand conclusion to twenty-two films, “Avengers: Endgame.”

Kevin Feige produces “Avengers: Endgame,” and Anthony and Joe Russo are the directors. Louis D’Esposito, Victoria Alonso, Michael Grillo, Trinh Tran, Jon Favreau and Stan Lee are the executive producers, and Christopher Markus & Stephen McFeely wrote the screenplay.

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Live-Action "Dumbo" Featurette and Poster

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From Disney and visionary director Tim Burton, the all-new grand live-action adventure “Dumbo” expands on the beloved classic story where differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight. “Dumbo” opens March 29, 2019.

Walt Disney’s classic animated tale “Dumbo,” which opened Oct. 23, 1941, won an Oscar® for best scoring of a musical picture and was nominated for best original song for “Baby Mine.”

Here's the synopsis:

Circus owner Max Medici (Danny DeVito) enlists former star Holt Farrier (Colin Farrell) and his children Milly (Nico Parker) and Joe (Finley Hobbins) to care for a newborn elephant whose oversized ears make him a laughingstock in an already struggling circus. But when they discover that Dumbo can fly, the circus makes an incredible comeback, attracting persuasive entrepreneur V.A. Vandevere (Michael Keaton), who recruits the peculiar pachyderm for his newest, larger-than-life entertainment venture, Dreamland. Dumbo soars to new heights alongside a charming and spectacular aerial artist, Colette Marchant (Eva Green), until Holt learns that beneath its shiny veneer, Dreamland is full of dark secrets.

Directed by Tim Burton (“Alice in Wonderland,” “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”) from a screenplay by Ehren Kruger (“Ophelia,” “Dream House”), and produced by Justin Springer (“TRON: Legacy”), Kruger, Katterli Frauenfelder (“Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children,” “Big Eyes”) and Derek Frey (“Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children,” “Frankenweenie”), “Dumbo” flies into theaters on March 29, 2019.

Who's excited to see "Dumbo"?

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Celebrate America Happy 4th of July!

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Time for The Disney Wordful (word filled ) or Wordless Wednesday Linky here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide photos.

This week the theme is Your Calendar Shot. If you were to make a calendar what photo would you use for the month of July?
I would pick either the one I snapped of the scenes changing during the movie at Hall of Presidents in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. or the Spirit of America Fife & Drum Corps at Epcot's American Adventure striking a pose.

Wordless Wednesday Movies

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Time for The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic where each week we get together to share our #DisneySide vacation photos.

The Great Movie Ride inside the Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios aka Disney's MGM Studios. 1989- 2017. 

The Great Movie Ride directly inspired the creation of Disney's Hollywood Studios and was going to be an attraction in a pavilion at Epcot.

Come along and join the fun and share your favorite Disney pictures with us. 

Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday ...

Wordless Wednesday | The World of Avatar

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Welcome to The Wordless and Almost Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we get together to blog hop, link up and share our Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday, Disney travel related picture posts.

Movie magic is our theme this week.

While on our great adventure to Pandora  – The World of Avatar

where they celebrate the magic of nature every day in Disney's Animal Kingdom we got the chance to experience (more than a few times because I am so hooked) Flight of Passage. As you exit the attraction you get to see this beautiful Neytiri character creation in the Windtraders shop.

Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday ...

Wordless Wednesday | The Great Movie Ride

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Hi over there!
Welcome to the latest edition of The Wordless and Almost Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we get together to blog hop, link up and share our #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday, Disney related picture posts.

Nostalgia is the theme for this week.

One of my favorite attractions since it's opening day in 1989, The Great Movie Ride inside the Chinese Theater at Disney’s Hollywood Studios aka Disney's MGM Studios will take it's last journey August 13, 2017. 

According to Wikipedia. The Great Movie Ride directly inspired the creation of Disney's Hollywood Studios. In a Walt Disney Imagineering book, it was revealed that The Great Movie Ride was actually going to be the main attraction in a show business themed pavilion at Epcot. 

I have a wealth of wonderful memories wrapped up in The Great Movie Ride. It was my must do attraction each visit. I loved the theme, the story and the photographic challenge it presented me every time.
I'll add more pictures and video as I go through them. These are some shots of my favorite scenes. 
Do you have a favorite scene?

What are your thoughts on the changes coming?

Time to link up your Wordless Wednesday ...

Teaser Trailer + Poster For Disney-Pixar's "Coco" #PixarCoco

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Director Lee Unkrich debuted a brand new poster and trailer for DISNEY·PIXAR’S “Coco”, a brand new comedy-adventure coming this fall.

In Disney•Pixar’s “Coco,” aspiring musician Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) teams up with charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael García Bernal) on an extraordinary journey through the Land of the Dead.

Mixing colorful and brilliant animation with the magic of music Disney•Pixar is going to pull at our heartstrings once again. I'll come prepared with tissues to wipe away my happy tears. I am so looking forward to seeing it on the big screen.
“Coco" is in theaters in 3D November 22, 2017!

Here's the synopsis:

Despite his family’s baffling generations-old ban on music, Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like his idol, Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt).

Desperate to prove his talent, Miguel finds himself in the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead following a mysterious chain of events. 

Along the way, he meets charming trickster Hector (voice of Gael García Bernal), and together, they set off on an extraordinary journey to unlock the real story behind Miguel's family history. 

Directed by Lee Unkrich (“Toy Story 3”), co-directed by Adrian Molina (story artist “Monsters University”) and produced by Darla K. Anderson (“Toy Story 3”),

Disney•Pixar’s “Coco” opens in U.S. theaters on Nov. 22, 2017.

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__Who's excited for this new original story to be told?  ___

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New Attractions Experiences and Dining Debut At Walt Disney World Resort

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It’s an exciting spring season at Walt Disney World Resort, one filled with new fun that spans all four theme parks, Disney’s Water Parks and Disney Springs.

From the unveiling of a whole new land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom to an awe-inspiring fireworks show at Magic Kingdom Park, the 24th Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival to more retail and restaurant openings at Disney Springs, there is more to see and do at Walt Disney World Resort than ever before. Here’s a closer look at what is in store:

Almost Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop - Love Theme

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Welcome, so glad you stopped by The Disney Wordless Wednesday Blog Hop here at Focused on the Magic.com where each week we link up and share our #WW #DisneySide Wordless Wednesday or Almost Wordless Wednesday Disney related blog posts.

Disney movies are filled with songs of love and lyrics that pull lovingly on our heart strings. Since this week's theme is "Love", I thought I'd share the lyrics from one of my all time favorite movies, the 1942 movie, Bambi along with my well loved Disney trip pictures.

Love is a song that never ends

Life may be swift and fleeting

Hope may die, yet love's beautiful music

Comes each day like the dawn

Love is a song that never ends

One simple theme repeating

Like the voice of a heavenly choir

Love's sweet music flows on

Like the voice of a heavenly choir

Love's sweet music flows on

~Bambi

Now it's time to link up your Disney photos and hop with us.

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The Teaser Trailer for Disney's "Beauty and the Beast" Has Arrived

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Squee! This made my day. I've been eagerly anticipating this trailer since I first heard the news that "Beauty and the Beast" would be retold as a live-action movie.

The first sneak peek at Disney’s upcoming live-action re-telling of “Beauty and the Beast” is out. Giving audiences a glimpse at the highly anticipated film based on the animated classic which refashions the iconic characters and musical numbers from the tale as old as time, the film stars Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans, Kevin Kline, Josh Gad, Ewan McGregor, Stanley Tucci, Ian McKellen and Emma Thompson. “Beauty and the Beast” opens in U.S. theaters on March 17, 2017.

Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” is a live-action re-telling of the studio’s animated classic which refashions the classic characters from the tale as old as time for a contemporary audience, staying true to the original music while updating the score with several new songs.

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Her Universe Marvel New "Be A Hero" Activewear + Workout Video

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There's been a Marvel Super Hero makeover for women’s activewear via a new collaboration with fangirl fashion company, Her Universe. The stylish line for teens and millennial women is inspired by the forthcoming movie Marvel’s Captain America: Civil War and will launch this month at Kohl’s.

Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK Stunning Cast Images

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“The Jungle Book” is an all-new live-action epic adventure about Mowgli (newcomer Neel Sethi), a man-cub raised in the jungle by a family of wolves, who embarks on a captivating journey of self-discovery when he’s forced to abandon the only home he’s ever known.

6 Truly stunning images to get you even more stoked from a special photo shoot featuring the cast of Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK.

Featuring Idris Elba, Scarlett Johansson, Lupita Nyong’o, Sir Ben Kingsley, Christopher Walken and Giancarlo Esposito, each image pairs the actor with their onscreen character, as well as quotes from the actors to share with your readers.

Disney’s THE JUNGLE BOOK is in theaters April 15, 2016!

Idris Elba / Shere Khan

Voiced by Idris Elba, Shere Khan bears the scars of man, which fuel his hatred of humans. Convinced that Mowgli poses a threat, the bengal tiger is determined to rid the jungle of the man-cub. "Shere Khan reigns with fear," says Elba. "He terrorizes everyone he encounters because he comes from a place of fear."

McFarland USA Movie Review & Tamale Recipe

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We received a copy of Disney’s McFarland, USA for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

McFarland , USA is available on Disney Blu-ray® Combo Pack, Disney Movies Anywhere, and Digital HD June 2nd.

In the tradition of Disney sports movies comes "McFarland, USA" based on a true story of underdogs triumphing over tremendous obstacles. This heartwarming drama follows novice runners who strive to build a cross-country team under Coach Jim White (Kevin Costner) in their predominantly Latino high school. Everyone has a lot to learn about each other, but when Coach realizes the boys' exceptional running ability, things change. Beyond their talent, it's the power of family, commitment to each other and work ethic that transform them into champions — helping them achieve their own American dream.
 

'Star Wars' Digital Movie Collection available April 10

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Disney, Lucasfilm and 20^th Century Fox Announce

We probably have The Star Wars Saga in every possible movie watching form except Laser Disc in our multi-generation house. With Star Wars Weekends fast approaching and the excitement over the December release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the first new film in the Star Wars Saga in a decade, we were beyond thrilled to hear about the release of The Star Wars Digital Movie Collection. How cool is that?! We will be able to watch the whole collection anywhere and at any time starting, Friday April 10. Let the binge watching begin!

Disney Release: As anticipation builds for the December release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, the first new film in the Star Wars Saga in a decade, The Walt Disney Studios, Lucasfilm Ltd., and 20^th Century Fox today announced the upcoming release of The Star Wars Digital Movie Collection. For the first time ever, all six epic films in the Saga, from The Phantom Menace to Return of the Jedi, will be available on Digital HD throughout the galaxy – or at least here on Earth – globally beginning Friday, April 10.