New Toy Story Woody’s Roundup Marionettes are the rootinest, tootinest, cutest thing in the wild wild west.
Gather around for Woody’s Round-Up and check out these adorable marionette dolls. From the vintage-style packaging to the black-and-white coloring of the figures these collectibles are not just for show, they are perfect for play too. Just don’t let Sid get his hands on them.
Toy Story 2 Comes to Life
Made to resemble the characters from the old black-and-white tv show Woody’s Roundup in Toy Story 2. In this scene, Woody after being kidnapped by Al from Al’s Toy Barn learns for the first time that he actually the main character from a popular children’s television show, Woody’s Roundup. It’s also the scene where he meets his new pals Jessie the yodeling cowgirl and Bullseye his trusty horse.
Jessie is also for sale as part of this collection but was sold out at the time of our visit. I would liked to have seen Stinky Pete made part of the collection as well. The fact that we see Stinky Pete’s face on the box leads me to believe we may still see him soon. We will keep you updated. The figures seemed to be getting a lot of attention in the store and were selling quite well.
The first thing you notice is the vintage-style packaging made to look like a vintage television set. The front of the box opens up and has a velcro-style closure. Opening it we see a black and white vintage-style Sheriff Woody marionette. The set also includes a stand and a couple of cute critters as seen on the show.
The vintage television-style box design featuring Bullseye and the rest of the Round-Up gang also opens up to reveal a black and white marionette Bullseye. He also comes with a stand.
Pricing & Location
The figures are retailing for $49.99 and can be found in the Beverly Sunset Shop at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is Officially Coming to Disney+ on February 1st
We now know the official date that Marvel Fans will be able to experience Black Panther: Wakanda Forever!
Disney+ is ringing in the New Year with fans of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, announcing the Feb. 1 streaming debut of Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.”
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” will join 16 other Marvel Cinematic Universe movies now streaming in IMAX Enhanced on Disney+, which gives subscribers more pictures with an expanded aspect ratio for an immersive viewing experience at home (content availability varies by region).
In Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Shuri (Letitia Wright), M’Baku (Winston Duke), Okoye (Danai Gurira) and the Dora Milaje (including Florence Kasumba) fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o) and Everett Ross (Martin Freeman) and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.Introducing Tenoch Huerta Mejía as Namor, ruler of a hidden undersea nation, the film also stars Dominique Thorne, Michaela Coel, Mabel Cadena and Alex Livinalli. “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Kevin Feige and Nate Moore, is now playing in theaters.
New Gold Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Starbucks Tumbler Spotted At Magic Kingdom!
Drink in happy memories of the first 50 years of Walt Disney World with this gold Disney World 50th anniversary Starbucks tumbler! We found it at The Emporium in Magic Kingdom for $49.99 and is also available online at shopDisney.
This tumbler is stunning with a full gold geometric design, the Walt Disney World 50 logo on one side and the Starbucks logo on the opposite side. Definitely worth adding to your collection.
You can take a closer look at this new Starbucks tumbler in our Instagram post:
All New 2023 Disney Dining Promo Card Offer Coming Tomorrow!
Is Disney Dining Plan coming back? Wait for it? Well sorta… An all-new 2023 Disney Dining Promo Card Giveaway is officially coming Tomorrow!
Here is what we know so far…
With the purchase of a five-night, four-day Walt Disney non-discounted room and ticket package at select Walt Disney World Resorts, Guests can get up to a $750 Disney Dining Card that can be used to purchase food and beverage items at select participating locations at Walt Disney World Resort.
Booking for this offer starts January 5th, 2023, and is available for arrivals from June 25th to September 14th, 2023.
Package Requirements: 4-day minimum ticket, the 4-night minimum stay required
Booking Begins: 1/5/2023
Arrival Window: 6/25/2023 – 9/14/2023
Dining Promo Card Giveaway ($ value per night)
For Arrivals 7/1 – 7/10 & 8/1 – 9/14:
Value Resort $50 per night
Moderate Resort & Cabins $100 per night
Deluxe Resort & Deluxe Villa Resort $150 per night
For Arrivals 6/25 – 6/30 & 7/11 – 7/31:
Value Resort $35 per night
Moderate Resort & Cabins $75 per night
Deluxe Resort & Deluxe Villa Resort $125 per night
As we mentioned above this 2023 Disney Dining Promo Card Giveaway officially starts tomorrow. We will have more details soon so stay tuned to Chip and Company for more details!
Next time you “Drop-in” at Disney’s Tower of Terror attraction be sure to look down. The beloved Hollywood Tower Hotel attraction’s gift shop, Tower Gifts has replaced its old carpet with a new design.
While looking a bit in need of a good vacuuming due to high traffic, the new carpeting fits the theme well.
Hollywood Tower Runner Design Added
When you enter the shop from the outside entrance or exit from the ride, you will notice a runner-like design on the carpet featuring the Hollywood Tower Hotel logo in gold with a burgundy-colored background.
The runner design continues from one entrance to the next. A gold and burgundy pattern along the border fills the rest of the floor space.
The medallion-style motifs are rich looking. The burgundy, purple, and gold colors work perfectly with the attractions theming.
Tower of Terror Gift Shop
The Tower Hotel Gift Shop has a nice selection of souvenirs for guests that are fortunate enough to make it back. If you wish to visit the shop but prefer not to take the elevator you can keep walking past the entrance and head around back to check out the shop.
Mickey Mouse The Main Attraction Jungle Cruise Collection Spotted At Walt Disney World!
Get ready for a daring adventure on the rivers of the world with this Jungle Cruise Collection, as part of the Mickey Mouse: The Main Attraction series we found at Magic Kingdom! The collection features a Loungefly backpack, ear headband, Mickey plus, collectible key and pin. Take a look:
The backpack is white with canopy stripe print pockets, mickeys ears in the shape of a life saver and stern wheel and gold hardware. On the back, it features the Jungle Cruise and the Walt Disney World 50 logo in gold.
This headband features faux leather ears in the shape of a life saver and stern wheel, on the back one of them features a golden embroidered Walt Disney World logo. And in the middle, a plush Skipper hat gives it the final touch.
Mickey is ready for some adventures in his Skipper outfit that includes a hat, bandana, suspenders and stripped twill pants plus a faux suede crossbody bag.
Chris Evans Reportedly Returning to Marvel Universe
Deadpool 3 is set to have a star-studded cast filled with cameos. Now that the multiverse is in play, Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds will leverage this plot point to introduce past heroes, the latest being Hugh Jackman’s Wolverine. One actor being teased to return to the MCU is Chris Evans, but he won’t return as Captain America.
The website DEXERTO cites rumors that Chris Evan will reprise his role as Johnny Storm in the upcoming Deadpool film. While this rumor comes out of left field, fans of the actor may recall another cameo appearance in one of Reynold’s projects. His appearance provided laugh-out-loud excitement during ‘Free Guy’ when Evans appeared as himself.
Evans appeared as Johnny Storm in two Fantastic Four Films in 2005 and again in 2007. Johnny Storm, also known as the Human Torch, is a key member of the Fantastic Four, a team of superheroes who gained superpowers after being exposed to cosmic radiation. Johnny Storm has the ability to generate flames, fly, and project fire from his body. He is known for his cocky and brash personality, and is often portrayed as the “heart” of the Fantastic Four.
Evans would go on to play Captain America in the MCU proper in a total of 8 films and voiced Steve Rogers in video games and animated projects as well. Fan reaction to the news was positive, but many tempered their expectations, having been disappointed by speculation of this nature in the past. This would be the second appearance of a member of the Fantastic Four in the MCU. John Krasinski played a version of Reed Richards in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness in 2022.
Would you be excited to see Chris Evans in the MCU once again? Let us know in a comment your thoughts on a potential return of Evans as Johnny Storm.
Disney News Round-Up: Updates on Jeremy Renner, Missing Cast Member Found, Walt Disney Company loses $123 Billion, Inside look at Moana’s Journey of Water. Plus lots of new Disney100 merchandise is arriving at Walt Disney World.
Dates for 2023-2024 runDisney Race Season Have Been Revealed
The dates for the 2023-2024 runDisney race season have been released! Guests wanting to participate in a runDisney race will have multiple options this next season.
Mark your calendars as Disney has shared event and registration dates for the 2023-2024 runDisney race season, including information on the much-anticipated return of the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend in January 2024! From exciting races through Disney Parks to virtual events Guests can run anywhere in the world, runDisney is home to the most magical races on Earth. As we look towards the new year, runners can gear up for even more miles and magic to come during next race season – take a look at the dates.
2023 runDisney Virtual Series
June-August 2023
General registration: April 25, 2023
2023 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
November 2-5, 2023
Club runDisney Registration: March 14, 2023
General Registration: March 21, 2023
Virtual Event Registration: March 24, 2023
2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend
January 3-7, 2023
Club runDisney Registration: April 4, 2023
General Registration: April 11, 2023
Virtual Event Registration: April 14, 2023
2024 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend
January 11-14, 2024
Club runDisney Registration: February 7, 2023
General Registration: February 14, 2023
Virtual Event Registration: February 17, 2023
2024 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend
February 22-25, 2024
Club runDisney Registration: June 13, 2023
General Registration: June 20, 2023
Virtual Event Registration: June 23, 2023
2024 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
April 18-21, 2024
Club runDisney Registration: August 15, 2023
General Registration: August 22, 2023
Virtual Event Registration: August 25, 2023
With entertainment, beloved characters, and Disney magic at every mile, runDisney races are memorable experiences for runners of all ages and skill levels. They’re also the only opportunity for runners and Disney fans alike to run unique courses through Disney Parks.
runDisney Virtual events are also a great way to have fun while designing a race course and running from any destination of choice! Whether Guests are looking for some motivation to train for their next runDisney race or get a taste of the magic wherever they run, our Virtual Race events are perfect for everyone!
Which runDisney race are you looking forward to the most?
If you’d like to plan your next runDisney trip, contact me today! I am the preferred travel partner with Chip & Co and my services are free. I’d love to help you plan a magical vacation!
Every New Disney Movie & TV Moment we are looking forward to in 2023. D23; The Official Fan Club of The Walt Disney Company is such a great source for new and upcoming events and with a new year upon us, they have given us a great look ahead at some exciting Movies and TV moments to look forward to.
We’ll admit it…. We’re pretty excited for 2023. Not only does it contain our FAVORITE number, but it also kicks off the celebration of 100 years of The Walt Disney Company! We have so much to look forward to from around the world of Disney this year that it might seem impossible to fit it all in one article—but we tried anyway!
Swimming onto the big screen in 2023 is the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, starring Halle Bailey as Ariel, the spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. Directed by Rob Marshall, the film also stars Daveed Diggs as the voice of Sebastian, Jacob Tremblay as the voice of Flounder, Awkwafina as the voice of Scuttle, Jonah Hauer-King as Prince Eric, Art Malik as Sir Grimsby, and Noma Dumezweni as Queen Selina, along with Javier Bardem as King Triton and Melissa McCarthy as Ursula.
In the reimagining of the Oscar®-winning animated classic, Ariel—the youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant—longs to learn more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, she falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life—and her father’s crown—in jeopardy. The Little Mermaid opens exclusively in theaters on May 26.
Coming to Disney+ in Spring 2023 is Walt Disney Studios’ Peter Pan & Wendy—a live-action reimagining of the 1953 animated classic Peter Pan. Directed by David Lowery, the film stars Alexander Molony as Peter Pan, Ever Anderson as Wendy, Yara Shahidi as Tinker Bell, Alyssa Wapanâtahk as Tiger Lily, and Jude Law as Captain Hook.
The new film dives deeper into Wendy’s story as she joins the boy who refuses to grow up on a magical journey to Neverland and reveals the history behind Peter Pan’s rivalry with one of Disney’s infamous villains.
On August 11, embark on a ghostly adventure with Walt Disney Studios’ Haunted Mansion. Inspired by the classic Disney Parks attraction, the film follows a woman and her son who enlist a motley crew of so-called spiritual experts to help rid their home of supernatural squatters. Directed by Justin Simien, who used to work at Disneyland Park, the film’s star-studded cast includes Rosario Dawson, LaKeith Stanfield, Danny DeVito, and Jamie Lee Curtis, to name a few.
Marvel Studios has three films lined up for 2023, starting with Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania on February 17, which kicks off Phase 5 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Directed by Peyton Reed, the cast includes Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michael Douglas, Michelle Pfeiffer, Kathryn Newton, and Jonathan Majors.
The beloved band of misfits returns with the premiere of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 on May 5. James Gunn writes and directs the film, which stars Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Will Poulter, and Maria Bakalova.
On July 28, go higher, further, and faster when The Marvels premieres in theaters. The film, directed by Nia DaCosta, stars Brie Larson, Iman Vellani, and Teyonah Parris.
On June 16, Disney and Pixar Animation Studios will release Elemental, introducing audiences to Element City, where fire-, water-, land- and air residents live together. The story, directed by Peter Sohn, introduces Ember (voiced by Leah Lewis), a tough, quick-witted, and fiery young woman, whose friendship with a fun, sappy, go-with-the-flow guy named Wade (voiced by Mamoudou Athie) challenges her beliefs about the world they live in.
Legendary hero archaeologist Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) returns to the big screen in Lucasfilm’s Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny on June 30. Starring along with Ford in the highly anticipated fifth installment of the franchise are Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Antonio Banderas, John Rhys-Davies, Shaunette Renee Wilson, Thomas Kretschmann, Toby Jones, Boyd Holbrook, Oliver Richters, Ethann Isidore, and Mads Mikkelsen. The film is directed by James Mangold.
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming animated feature film Wish premieres November 22, exclusively in theaters. The epic animated musical, directed by Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn, is inspired by the studios’ legacy of films. The film is set in Rosas, the kingdom of wishes where wishes can literally come true. Asha (voiced by Ariana DeBose) is a 17-year-old optimist with a sharp wit who cares endlessly about her community. In a moment of desperation, Asha makes an impassioned plea to the stars, which is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy called a Star. Together, they face the most formidable of foes to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wondrous things can happen.
Wish also includes Disney Animation’s good-luck-charm Alan Tudyk as the voice of a goat named Valentino, and showstopping original songs penned by Julia Michaels.
Every New Disney Movie & TV Moment
Streaming Ahead
There’s so much incredible content to look forward to in the new year—where do we start?! Well, as committed Whovians, we’re especially excited for Doctor Who’s debut on Disney+ in late 2023. But before we go galivanting through time and space on the TARDIS, there’s so much else in store on the streaming service, such as Season 4 of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, featuring a host of original trilogy stars; several sure-to-be-thrilling new series from Marvel Studios, including Secret Invasion, Echo, and Ironheart; a deeper look into a fan-favorite Star Wars character with the new Lucasfilm series Ahsoka; and—coming up soon!—the return of both The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder (February 1) and Lucasfilm’s The Mandalorian (March 1).
Over on Hulu, Only Murders in the Building will return for a third season of hilarity, and How I Met Your Father will continue exploring the meet-cute of the show’s titular narrator. On Freeform, the second half of grown-ish’s fifth season kicks off on January 18 as Junior continues in big sister Zoey’s footsteps, and the new series The Watchful Eye (debuting January 30) follows a young woman as she’s thrust into a world of old money and deadly secrets.
ABC welcomes back A Million Little Things for its farewell season on February 8 (you can stream previous seasons on Hulu)… and there are several new series to look forward to—including Not Dead Yet (also premiering February 8), starring Gina Rodriguez as a broke and newly single self-described “disaster” who lands the only job she can find: writing obituaries.
On Disney Channel, the highly anticipated animated series Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaurchronicles the adventures of 13-year-old super-genius Lunella Lafayette and her 10-ton T-Rex; look for it to debut on February 10. And Season 2 of Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom—debuting January 1 on Nat Geo, and then streaming on Disney+ January 4—will take another gander at the amazing animal care and conservation efforts across Walt Disney World Resort.
There’s truly something for everyone in 2023—so mark those calendars, and keep those eyes peeled…
We’re so excited to bring runDisney races back to the west coast in 2024 and are even more excited for the return of the fan-favorite Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend. Taking place January 11-14, 2024, the weekend will include three endurance events, a challenge and more that are sure to be filled with memorable moments and magical miles running at the Happiest Place on Earth. Stay tuned for more details about the race course, medals and more in the coming months!
We’re also thrilled that with the return of the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, runDisney will also be reintroducing the runDisney Coast to Coast Race Challenge in 2024! More information about the Challenge and how to qualify will be available on runDisney.com later this month.
With entertainment, beloved characters, and Disney magic at every mile, runDisney races are memorable experiences for runners of all ages and skill levels. They’re also the only opportunity for runners and Disney fans alike to run unique courses through Disney parks.
runDisney virtual events are also a great way to have fun! Whether you’re looking for some motivation to train for your next runDisney race or get a taste of the magic wherever you run, our virtual race events are perfect for you!
Start marking your calendar and be sure to check back to runDisney.com for all news and updates! Which race weekend are you most excited about?
If you’d like help planning your next runDisney trip, contact me today! I am the preferred travel partner with Chip & Co and my services are complimentary. I’d love to help you plan a magical vacation!
Jeremy Renner Shares an Update from the Hospital After Life-Threatening Accident
Marvel Actor Jeremy Renner has just shared an update for fans from the hospital where is in intensive care following a snow-plowing accident that occurred on Sunday.
Thank you all for your kind words. 🙏. I’m too messed up now to type. But I send love to you all.
It is being reported that Renner was helping a family member whose car was stranded in the snow when he was involved in a snowplowing accident on Sunday, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office said on Tuesday.
“Based on our investigation, Mr. Renner’s personal vehicle, which was being driven by a family member, had become stuck in the snow near his home,” Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam said during a press conference.
“Mr. Renner went to retrieve his PistenBully or Sno-Cat — an extremely large piece of snow removal equipment weighing at least 14,330 pounds — in an effort to get his vehicle moving. After successfully towing his personal vehicle from its stuck location, Mr. Renner got out of his PistenBully to speak to his family member.
At this point, it was observed that the PistenBully started to roll. In an effort to stop the rolling PistenBully, Mr. Renner attempts to get back into the driver’s seat of the PistenBully. Based on our investigation, it’s at this point that Mr. Renner is run over by the PistenBully.
An eyewitness detailed seeing Mr. Renner getting into the PistenBully and not seeing him again until the PistenBully came to a rest in a pile of snow in front of his driveway.”
Sheriff Balaam said that he does not believe Renner was impaired at the time of the accident. “We do not suspect any foul play. We believe this was a tragic accident,” Balaam continued.
Last night Renner’s family issued a statement for his fans after overwhelming support online.
“Jeremy’s family would like to express their gratitude to the incredible doctors and nurses looking after him, Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue, Washoe County Sheriff, Reno City Mayor Hillary Schieve, and the Carano and Murdock families,” a statement from his spokesperson read. “They are also tremendously overwhelmed and appreciative of the outpouring of love and support from his fans.”
According to a spokesperson for the actor, Jeremy Renner suffered “blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries” and “remains in the intensive care unit in critical but stable condition.”
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jeremy and his family.
