The second episode of the new digital series Science and Star Wars has been released by Disney and Lucasfilm, which explores how close real-world science has come to our favorite Star Wars technology. The newest episode answers the question: Are helper droids like R2D2 and BB8 in our not-so-distant future?
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Disney Bringing Experiences Directly From the Parks Into New Shop Disney Stores
Yesterday, we reported that traditional Disney Stores and the online Disney Store are being completely reimagined in an effort to offer Guests more magical experiences. In addition to the store and website changing their names to “Shop Disney,” stores will now feature interactive experiences. Merchandise on the online store will be
Disney Files Patent to Make Disney Experiences Even More Personalized and Immersive
Disney is constantly searching for new ways to bring personalized, fully-immersive experiences to their Guests. The recently opened Pandora – World of Avatar at Animal Kingdom is one great example. Guests visiting Pandora report feeling fully immersed into the World of Avatar. At the D23 Expo it was announced that a Star
Top 5 Disney Store Halloween Costumes for Boys
It’s time to start picking out our Halloween costumes! We just got ours from the Disney Store, and I have to say I’m always impressed with their costume quality. Today we’re taking a look at our favorite Top 5 Disney Store Halloween Costumes for Boys! Star Wars and Marvel are always
Ron Howard’s Twitter Feed Is the Place to Be For the Inside Scoop on the Han Solo Film
Stars Wars fans looking for the inside scoop on how filming is going for the latest instalment in the franchise (an as of yet untitled Han Solo film), need look no further than the twitter feed of newly appointed director Ron Howard. Here are just a few of the amazing shots
New Series “Science and Star Wars” Explores Real-Life Science Inspired by Franchise
Today Lucasfilm and Disney launched the debut episode of “Science and Star Wars”. This new digital series is available exclusivly on the Star Wars Facebook page. It explores the science of the Star Wars Universe! Science and Star Wars shows just how close real-world scientists are coming to emulate the
Disney, Marvel, Star Wars Movie News and Release Dates
Walt Disney Pictures announced some major news today for movie buffs! First, they announced the official release dates for upcoming films. In addition, they gave us some new details about new projects in the works. Let’s take a look at the release dates for several upcoming films: Thor: Ragnarok: November
LucasFilm Announces ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ Partnerships with Six Global Brands
Lucasfilm has just announced partnerships with six of the world’s most well-known brands—Christian Louboutin, General Mills, Nissan, Royal Philips, Verizon and VIZIO—for the worldwide launch of an extensive promotional campaign in support of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Lylle Breier, Senior Vice Presidents of Global Marketing Partnerships for Walt Disney Studios
Reviewing Displays At Walt Disney Presents In Hollywood Studios
Just a few days ago One Man’s Dream at Hollywood Studios made its debut as the newly imagined “Walt Disney Presents”. This new attraction gives guests a look into Disney’s past, present and future. It even got brand new signage which displays the three peeks into the Disney timeline. Multiple
PHOTOS: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Model Now on Display at Hollywood Studios
When Disney announced that “One Man’s Dream” at Hollywood Studios was being re-imagined into “Walt Disney Presents” they also announced that models for the new Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge would also be on display. The models were supposed to debut last week but Hurricane Irma delayed
VIDEO: Kids Love Meeting BB-8
BB-8 has been amazing guests at Hollywood Studios ever since he arrived in April. Rey’s sidekick droid from Star Wars: The Force Awakens not only impresses adults but he also has the kiddos in stitches. He may not be able to speak but he can definitely get his feelings across
J.J. Abrams Back On Board to Direct Star Wars: Episode IX
In a move that is sure to excite many a Star Wars fan, the news was released today that J.J. Abrams will be back at the helm for Star Wars Episode IX slated to hit theaters in 2019. J.J Abrams directed the first film in the new franchise Star Wars: The Force Awakens back
Joseph Gordon-Levitt Confirmed for Role in The Last Jedi
Star Wars News Net is reporting that Director Rian Johnson confirmed during a recent fan event that his friend, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, will have a part in the upcoming The Last Jedi. However, it sounds like we might not be actually seeing Gordon-Levitt in the movie, as he will just have
PHOTOS: Latest Construction Images Of Hollywood Studios Expansion Progress
Hi there Chip and Company friends! It’s time for our weekly check-in with @bioreconstruct to get a bird’s eye view to see how construction progress is going at Hollywood Studios. It looks like more theming has been added to Toy Story Land and foundations are appearing over at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Let’s take
