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L to R: Vanessa Kirby and Pedro Pascal looking up at the sky in 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'

Disney Switching Focus to Men After Multiple Box Office Disappointments

By Luke Dammann
Concept art for 'The Lion King' land at Disneyland Paris, featuring a log flume ride and characters from the live-action film at Disneyland Paris.

Disney Is Making a Major Change for Its New Splash Mountain-Style Attraction

By Luke Dammann
Orlando Bloom and Johnny Depp in Pirates of the Caribbean

Orlando Bloom Breaks Silence on Johnny Depp’s Return To ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’

By Luke Dammann
A colorful animated dragon wearing a striped shirt holds a scepter, standing in a whimsical, mechanically decorated room with vibrant colors and arched doorways.

Disney’s Secret “Evil” Theme Park Character Is Hiding in Plain Sight

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A large crowd is gathered in front of a colorful castle with blue turrets under a partly cloudy sky. Many people are wearing hats and themed clothes, enjoying a lively and vibrant atmosphere. Trees and landscape surround the scene.

Disneyland Just Closed One of Its Most Popular Rides

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Disney California Adventure Park, Pixar Pier

Disneyland to Close Resort Location in 2026, Likely Forever

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A horse-drawn trolley travels down a bustling street in a theme park with a castle in the background. The street is lined with colorful buildings, and people are walking and enjoying the scenery. Two people are riding on the trolley, which has festive decorations.

Disney Confirms Theme Park Hiatus, Not Returning Until 2026

in Disneyland Paris

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance

Disneyland Drops ‘Star Wars’ Bombshell, Disney World Could Face Unprecedented Update

in Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A split image showing a man in 18th-century costume on the left, and a man in a suit standing in front of streaming service logos—like stepping from the past to an era of digital hits such as Encanto Attraction.

Lin-Manuel Miranda Got His Big Disney Wish, but Not From Bob Chapek

in Walt Disney World, Entertainment

Posted on August 20, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
A family enjoys a meal at Boma at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, taken from the Disney Dining Plan official information page at Disney World.

Disney World Confirms Another Resort Closure Coming This September

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Universal Orlando Resort Annual Passholders (Guests) posing outside Universal Studios Florida

Demolition Process Begins on Legendary Universal Studios Attraction

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 19, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Three classic Disney villains, Jafar, Cruella de Vil, and Maleficent, stand in front of a lit, eerie castle at night during a Disney Halloween Party.

Disney World’s Long-Rumored ‘Villains Land’ Gets Official Update

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2025August 20, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Mickey and Minnie Mouse are dressed in colorful Halloween costumes, with Minnie in a witch outfit and Mickey in a neon green suit and hat. They are posing in front of a beautifully lit castle at night. The scene is festive and vibrant.

New Holiday Pricing Hits Disney World, Begins Today

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by Luke Dammann
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A Viral Disney Breakdown Left Riders Crawling to Finish Line

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 19, 2025August 19, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A young boy and girl smile while riding the Magic Carpets of Aladdin

Don’t Waste Your Time With This Classic Magic Kingdom Experience

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 16, 2025August 16, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A group of children wearing mickey mouse ears look up in delight at colorful birds flying overhead under a sunny sky.

Things To Love About Disney World’s “Worst” Ride

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 16, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A photo taken from behind statues of a Mickey Mouse and Walt Disney holding hands, looking towards buildings adorned with festive decorations and a clock tower in the background at a popular Disney World attraction. Crowds of people are visible in the distance.

Disney World Tells Its Fans To Say Goodbye to Popular Rides – What’s Closing?

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 16, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
The Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort

Disney World Erases Abandoned Mickey Mouse Spot From History Books After 5+ Years

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Aerial view of the Grand Floridian at Disney World

Disney World’s Controversial New Booze-Fueled Upgrade Is HUGE

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Two smiling women, one wearing Minnie Mouse ears, take a selfie with Goofy, who is dressed in his signature outfit with an orange shirt and green hat. The background features colorful, cartoonish trees and flowers, adding a playful atmosphere to the scene.

Walt Disney World Bans Kids From This EPCOT Location

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A crowd of people gather around the statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse in front of Cinderella's Castle at Disney World.

Disney World Guests Condemn Behavior, Ordered To Stop Talking on Rides

in Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Guests holding drinks at EPCOT in Disney World

Disney World Slashes Dining Costs and Offers All-You-Can-Drink Champagne

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A collage of three images showing crowded scenes at Disneyland, with visitors waiting under the sun, and a close-up view of a fairy tale castle at this Disney park.

Disney Puts an End to Glaring Theme Park Mistake After 15 Years

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A monorail glides over a scenic park with vibrant flower beds and floating floral decorations on a sunny day.

Disney World Drops Dozens of New Prices for EPCOT

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 14, 2025August 15, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) looking sad after the death of Marion (Karen Allen) in Raiders of the Lost Ark

Disney To Shutter Popular ‘Indiana Jones’ Attraction With No Return Date in Sight

in Tokyo Disneyland

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 by Luke Dammann
An animated young woman with brown hair, wearing a blue dress with a white apron, is holding a book in one hand and examining a mechanical contraption in the other. She appears to be in a cozy, cluttered workshop with various tools and objects in the background.

Disney Messed up Its Big Gay Moment, According to Hollywood Star

in Entertainment

Posted on August 14, 2025August 14, 2025 by Luke Dammann 21 Comments
A guest entering the All-Star resort at Disney World

Disney to Axe Popular Streaming Channel, Access Ending This Fall

in Entertainment

Posted on August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann
The Monorail passes by Disney's Polynesian Village Resort hotel at Walt Disney World Resort.

Disney World Reveals New $400 Charge Now in Effect

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 13, 2025August 14, 2025 by Luke Dammann 5 Comments
Cinderella Castle at night

Disney Shutting Down Entire Magic Kingdom Park Soon

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway with a "Closed" sign superimposed over it

VIDEO: That Time When a Dog Broke Down a Disney World Ride

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 13, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A split image: on the left, J.D. Vance in a suit speaks into a microphone; on the right, an animated character with dark curly hair and a green jacket waves and smiles like they're on a Disney World Ride.

JD Vance Ends Splash Mountain Debate, Praises Tiana’s Bayou Adventure

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 13, 2025August 14, 2025 by Luke Dammann 3 Comments
A black-and-white photo of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Park.

Disney Losing Dumbo and Several More Iconic Attractions Next Month

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 12, 2025August 12, 2025 by Luke Dammann 8 Comments
Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow in 'Pirates of the Caribbean'

Johnny Depp’s ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Fate Revealed by Producer

in Entertainment

Posted on August 12, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Adventureland entrance at Magic Kingdom

‘Adventureland’ Totally Erased From Disney World Without Warning

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 12, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A futuristic white building resembling Space Mountain, with a conical shape and spires, stands surrounded by trees, reflected in a pond. Inset, a group of people engage in lively interaction, some seated and others standing, within the vibrant indoor environment.

REPORT: Disney World Changing 50-Year-Old Space Mountain Attraction

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 12, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann 2 Comments
The Beatles posed in front of the studio entrance

How Disney World Helped The Beatles Break Up

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 12, 2025August 13, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Guests riding Millennium Falcon Smugglers Run

The Top Disney World Rides Not Worth Waiting in Line For

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 9, 2025August 9, 2025 by Luke Dammann
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Things We Wouldn’t Miss About Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster at Disney World

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 9, 2025August 9, 2025 by Luke Dammann
The broken track on Expedition Everest

Things That Make Expedition Everest One of Disney’s Most Impressive Rides

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 9, 2025August 8, 2025 by Luke Dammann
The entrance to Universal Orlando Resort's Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios To Implement New Protocols for Florida Guests This Month

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 8, 2025August 9, 2025 by Luke Dammann
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NEW: Disney Removes More Classic Items From Magic Kingdom Overnight

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Luke Dammann 5 Comments
A large crowd walks along Main Street, U.S.A. at the Magic Kingdom.

Woman’s Shocking Identity Revealed Following Bloody Beating in Disney World

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 8, 2025August 9, 2025 by Luke Dammann
The Rivers of America at Magic Kingdom when it was drained.

Disney Fast-Tracks Erasure of Patriotic Attractions in Magic Kingdom

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 8, 2025August 8, 2025 by Luke Dammann 44 Comments
A young girl rides Pteranodon Flyers at Universal Orlando Resort

This Is Why You Don’t Break the #1 Rule When Visiting Universal Studios

in Universal Orlando

Posted on August 8, 2025August 4, 2025 by Luke Dammann 3 Comments
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Man Behind Viral “Hiroshima” Disneyland Stunt Revealed To Be Wealthy Political Activist

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
Disney Pirates of the Caribbean Copyright lawsuit

$10 Billion AI Company Calls Out Disney, Universal in Response to Lawsuit

in Disney, Technology

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 by Luke Dammann
A vibrant image of the haunted mansion at Walt Disney World, showing the eerie, gothic architecture of the building surrounded by lush green landscaping under a cloudy sky.

After Tom Sawyer Island’s Closure, Changes Come for Disney’s Haunted Mansion

in Walt Disney World

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 by Luke Dammann 1 Comment
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Disney Raises Price of One of Its Most Unaffordable Dining Experiences

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 7, 2025August 7, 2025 by Luke Dammann
Tower of Terror sign at Tokyo DisneySea

The Wild Secret Hiding Inside Disney’s Terrifying Drop Tower Ride

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 7, 2025August 6, 2025 by Luke Dammann
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Flagship Location Abruptly Closes at Disney Resort

in Disneyland Resort

Posted on August 6, 2025August 6, 2025 by Luke Dammann
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