As Universal Orlando Resort prepares to launch Jurassic World VelociCoaster on June 10th, guests will have the opportunity to enter the iconic Jurassic World gates and purchase new merchandise in a one-of-a-kind themed environment at the Summer Tribute Store, opening May 27th at Universal Studios Florida.
Upon walking in you are greeted with Jurassic World Velocicoaster Theming and Merchandise.
Lots of look at inside.
We especially love the new Velocicoaster merch.
In the next room you are greeted by Blu and even more merch.
A customizable retail space typically used to celebrate various Universal Orlando events, this Tribute Store will be the first one Universal has ever created to celebrate an all-new attraction and an epic film franchise. Featuring highly-themed rooms inspired by the blockbuster films, including the Control Room, Raptor Paddock, and Lab – theretail location will be the one-stop-shop for guests to stock up on all of their Jurassic World gear, such as apparel, collectible items, themed food and beverage and more. Guests can also browse new collections based on Mr. DNA, the hit animated series – Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous, and custom items made exclusively for Universal that can’t be found anywhere else.
Surrounded by lush landscaping, the iconic Jurassic World entry gates will welcome guests to the Summer Tribute Store, and upon entering, they’ll encounter:
Control Room: The first room transports guests to the Jurassic World VelociCoaster control room, where they’ll analyze a variety of dinosaur vitals while they shop new merchandise centered around the thrilling new coaster experience.
Raptor Paddock: Those brave enough to enter the Raptor paddock may see a member of the Raptor pack as they shop the new “Into the Wild” and “Tropical” merchandise lines. “Into the Wild” features dinosaur-themed, neutral-colored items like spirit jerseys, socks and key chains, while the “Tropical” line features trendy tie-dye hoodies, beach hats and bright summer-colored items.
Lab: See where dinosaurs were created and get a behind-the-scenes look at rare, authentic props that were used in the original “Jurassic Park” films. Here, fans can check-out the new Mr. DNA merchandise that includes stickers and tumblers.
Plus, guests can get up close with a few gentle giants, including a Triceratops, while shopping the all-new Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous merchandise, inspired by the popular animated series. Guests can also grab a “human treat” with fun food and beverage offerings – from Jurassic World VelociCoaster s’mores and cupcakes to chocolate dinosaur eggshells and a “Dig-In” dessert jar filled with decadent chocolate cake and frosting.
Guests can also browse an assortment of Jurassic World-themed merchandise and make purchases online by visiting Universal Orlando’s Online Merchandise Store at www.shop.UniversalOrlando.com.
On Thursday, June 10, the highly-anticipated Jurassic World VelociCoaster officially opens at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. This all-new species of roller coaster sends guests on an epic coaster experience through the Raptor paddock, into the air, just inches above water, and more as they race alongside the Velociraptor pack. They’ll encounter a series of intense maneuvers along the coaster’s 4,700 feet of track, including near-misses, a barrel roll right above the Islands of Adventure lagoon, high-speed launches – the fastest reaching 70 mph in 2.4 seconds – and the signature “Top Hat,” which propels riders 155 feet in the air and then immediately into an 80-degree drop – Universal’s steepest drop yet.
Everything Coming to Disney+ In Summer 2021. Hello, fellow Disney+ subscribers and fans! Disney has released the latest schedule of all things new coming to the streaming service in Summer 2021. Get ready for a LLLLOOOOONNNGGG list of content with some surprises along the way! Here is everything (that we know of) coming to Disney+ this coming Summer:
“Gordon Ramsay journeys to the wilds of south-central Texas and meets some tough, gritty characters to learn what it means to be from the Lone Star State. He will herd cattle with the help of a helicopter, hunt for venomous rattlesnake in the backcountry and go on a night hunt for invasive and ferocious feral hogs. He’ll need to dig deep and toughen up if he wants to show the acclaimed James Beard Award-winning chef Justin Yu and a group of locals that he has what it takes to cook his way through their state.”
June 4th
Raya And The Last Dragon (available for ALL Disney+ subscribers)
“We travel to the fantasy world of Kumandra, where humans and dragons lived together long ago in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, that same evil has returned and it’s up to a lone warrior, Raya, to track down the legendary last dragon to restore the fractured land and its divided people. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than a dragon to save the world—it’s going to take trust and teamwork as well. Raya and the Last Dragon features the voices of Kelly Marie Tran as Raya, a warrior whose wit is as sharp as her blade, and Awkwafina as magical, mythical, self-deprecating dragon named Sisu. The feature film is directed by Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada and produced by Osnat Shurer and Peter Del Vecho.”
High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 4
“In season two of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” the East High Wildcats, who are preparing to perform “Beauty and the Beast” as their spring musical, face off against rival school North High to win a prestigious and cutthroat student theater competition. Wigs are snatched, loyalties are tested, and ballads are belted.”
Big Shot – Episode 8
“After getting ousted from the NCAA, a hothead men’s basketball coach must take a job at an all-girls high school. He soon learns that teenage girls are more than just X’s and O’s; they require empathy and vulnerability — foreign concepts for the stoic Coach Korn (John Stamos). By learning how to connect with his players, Marvyn starts to grow into the person he’s always hoped to be. The girls learn to take themselves more seriously, finding their footing both on and off the court.”
June 7th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted – PORTUGAL
Gordon Ramsay explores the rugged landscape of Portugal, where the simple way of life is evident in the country’s incredible cuisine. Gordon will chase black pigs across a farm to feed them, brave giant pounding waves for barnacles that cling to the rocky coastline and the open seas to fish for iconic sardines. He’ll need to roll up his sleeves and bring his A-game in order to beat local chef, Kiko Martins, in an epic feast for the Mayor of Nazaré.
June 11th
Loki – Episode 1
“Loki” features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new series that takes place after the events of “Avengers: Endgame.” Tom Hiddleston returns as the title character, joined by Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku and Richard E. Grant. Kate Herron directs “Loki,” and Michael Waldron is head writer.
Zenimation – Season 2
“Zenimation,” the series that creates a mindfulness soundscape experience with scenes from the timeless films of Walt Disney Animation Studios returns for a second season June 11 with all-new episodes. Season 2 features moments from over eight decades of acclaimed films – including scenes from Disney’s first feature “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” all the way through to the Studios’ latest, anticipated animated film, “Raya and the Last Dragon.” Unplug, relax, and refresh your senses with an aural experience like no other as “Zenimation” pays tribute to both the visual and sound artists who have created Disney Animation’s legacy of films. Created and edited by David Bess. Executive produced by Amy Astley. From Walt Disney Animation Studios.
High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 5
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Big Shot – Episode 9
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June 14th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted – MAINE
Gordon Ramsay discovers why Maine, United States, is called the “lobster capital of the world.” Along the rugged coastline, he struggles to keep up with a team of lobster fisherwomen, dives for clams, harvests oysters, forages in freezing waters and tests his lumberjack skills. Can he earn the status of a tough Mainer as he tests his culinary skills against local legend chef Melissa Kelly, a two-time James Beard award-winner?
June 18th
Luca
Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s original feature film “Luca” is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his newfound best friend, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply-held secret: they are sea monsters from another world just below the water’s surface.
Loki – Episode 2
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Big Shot – Episode 10 – Finale
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High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 6
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June 21th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted – CROATIA
Gordon Ramsay travels to the untouched peninsula of Istria, Croatia, for ingredients that rival the best of Italy in world-class quality. He fights for oxygen freediving for local mollusks, risks his pride fishing for rare cuttlefish and chases after goats for cheese and donkeys for milk. He learns the secrets to finding exquisite truffles and making exceptional olive oil before testing his newly found skills against local chef David Skoko.
June 25th
The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 1
Placed undercover at a boarding school known as The Institute, a group of orphans must foil a nefarious plot with global ramifications while creating a new sort of family along the way. Based on the bestseller by Trenton Lee Stewart which Time Magazine called “one of the best young adult books of all time,”The Mysterious Benedict Society” stars Emmy® Award winner Tony Hale in the titular role and features a standout ensemble of young actors.
High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 7
No details have yet been provided.
Loki – Episode 3
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Adventures In Babysitting
When her date stands her up, Chris Parker decides to pass time. Little does she know that handling a pre-teen is anything but pass time. A night from hell ensues as she keeps them out of trouble.
June 28th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted – PUERTO RICO
Gordon Ramsay explores the enchanted island of Puerto Rico, from the bright blue sea to the lush mountains of the interior. Along the way, he learns about Hurricane Maria’s recent devastating toll on the island and how food shortages have prompted locals to push for food independence. On this epic adventure, Gordon goes spearfishing, takes a helicopter ride to an organic coffee plantation, and rappels down a waterfall for delicious river shrimp. Throughout his journey, he is hosted by laid back surfer-chef José Enrique, who turns up the gas at the final cook.
“Monsters At Work” takes place the day after the Monsters, Incorporated power plant started harvesting the laughter of children to fuel the city of Monstropolis, thanks to Mike and Sulley’s discovery that laughter generates ten times more energy than screams. It follows the story of Tylor Tuskmon, an eager young monster who graduated top of his class at Monsters University and always dreamed of becoming a Scarer, until he lands a job at Monsters, Incorporated and discovers that scaring is out and laughter is in.
Ben Feldman stars as the voice of Tylor Tuskmon in the series, which introduces new monster characters alongside returning favorites, including Mike Wazowski (Billy Crystal) and James P. “Sulley” Sullivan (John Goodman). Starring alongside Feldman as part of the MIFT crew are: Henry Winkler as Fritz, the scatterbrained boss; Lucas Neff as Duncan, an opportunistic plumber; and Alanna Ubach as Cutter, the officious rule follower.
In addition to Crystal and Goodman, returning cast members from the original movies include John Ratzenberger as Yeti and Tylor’s dad, Bernard; Jennifer Tilly as Celia Mae; and Bob Peterson as Roze, twin sister to his original Monsters, Inc. character, Roz. Voicing additional characters are Stephen Stanton as Smitty and Needleman, the bumbling custodial team at Monsters, Inc., and Aisha Tyler as Tylor’s mom, Millie Tuskmon. Produced by Disney Television Animation, the series was developed and is executive produced by Disney animation veteran Bobs Gannaway.
The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 2
Placed undercover at a boarding school known as The Institute, a group of orphans must foil a nefarious plot with global ramifications while creating a new sort of family along the way. Based on the bestseller by Trenton Lee Stewart which Time Magazine called “one of the best young adult books of all time,”The Mysterious Benedict Society” stars Emmy® Award winner Tony Hale in the titular role and features a standout ensemble of young actors.
High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 8
In season two of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” the East High Wildcats, who are preparing to perform “Beauty and the Beast” as their spring musical, face off against rival school North High to win a prestigious and cutthroat student theater competition. Wigs are snatched, loyalties are tested, and ballads are belted.
Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 10
“Star Wars: The Bad Batch” follows the elite and experimental clones of the Bad Batch (first introduced in “The Clone Wars”) as they find their way in a rapidly changing galaxy in the immediate aftermath of the Clone War. Members of Bad Batch—a unique squad of clones who vary genetically from their brothers in the Clone Army – each possess a singular exceptional skill that makes them extraordinarily effective soldiers and a formidable crew.
Monday July 5th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted –ICELAND
Gordon Ramsay heads to the land of fire and ice during the Icelandic summer to learn secret cooking techniques utilizing the volcanic landscape. He fishes in a glacial river for wild salmon and cooks bread in geothermally heated soil before heading north to the sparsely populated Westfjords. After sampling fermented shark and diving for scallops in the freezing fjords, he joins Iceland’s first Michelin-rated chef, Ragnar Eiríksson, for a feast in a rainstorm.
Wednesday July 7th
Loki – Episode 5
“Loki” features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new series that takes place after the events of “Avengers: Endgame.” Tom Hiddleston returns as the title character, joined by Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku and Richard E. Grant. Kate Herron directs “Loki,” and Michael Waldron is head writer.
Friday July 9th
Black Widow – Premier Access
In Marvel Studios’ action-packed spy thriller “Black Widow,” Natasha Romanoff aka Black Widow confronts the darker parts of her ledger when a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past arises. Pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down, Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships left in her wake long before she became an Avenger.
Monsters At Work – Episode 2
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High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode
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The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 3
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Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 11
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Monday July 12th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted – SMOKY MOUNTAINS
Gordon Ramsay is pushed to his limits in the Smoky Mountains. In his quest to unearth the region’s culinary secrets, Gordon must rappel down a treacherous waterfall, kayak through raging rapids, and trek deep into the forest, attempting to find the most delicious ingredients in this magnificent mountain range. His culinary rival at the big cook is chef William Dissen, named one of America’s “Most Sustainable Chefs,” who knows these mountains, rivers and forests like the back of his hand.
Wednesday July 14th
Loki – Episode 6 (Finale)
No details have yet been provided for this title.
Friday July 16th
Turner & Hooch – Episode 1
When an ambitious, buttoned-up US Marshal inherits a big unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want may be the partner he needs. “Turner & Hooch” stars Josh Peck as Scott Turner, son of Detective Scott Turner portrayed by Tom Hanks in the 1989 film of the same name.
The series also stars Carra Patterson as Jessica Baxter, Scott’s brave, street-smart partner; Brandon Jay McLaren as Xavier Wilson, a cool, enigmatic marine-turned-US Marshal; Anthony Ruivivar as Chief James Mendez, Scott’s boss with a secret soft spot for Scott’s new dog, Hooch; Lyndsy Fonseca as Laura Turner, Scott’s sweet, animal-loving sister; Jeremy Maguire as Matthew Garland, Laura’s dog-loving son; and Vanessa Lengies as Erica Mouniere, the quirky head of the US Marshals dog training program. Five French Mastiffs also star as Hooch, Scott’s slobbery, loveable French Mastiff.
“Turner & Hooch” is a Disney+ original series produced by 20th Television. Matt Nix is creator, executive producer and writer on the series. McG is an executive producer and directed the series premiere. Michael Horowitz, Robert Duncan McNeill and Mary Viola also serve as executive producers, and Josh Levy serves as co-executive producer.
High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 10
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Monsters At Work – Episode 3
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The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 4
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Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 12
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Monday July 19th
Gordon Ramsay: Uncharted – MEXICO
Gordon Ramsay discovers the culinary secrets of the country’s legendary Oaxaca region, where mole reigns supreme. In addition to learning to make the storied chocolate- and chili-infused sauce, Gordon must rappel down a cliff in search of delicious butter worms, harvest the honey sacs from burrowing ants and fend off angry wasps in search of their coveted larva. In his effort to measure up to acclaimed Mexico City chef Gabriela Cámara, he will also engage in the punishing physical process of harvesting agave plants to make mescal.
Friday July 23rd
Chip ‘N’ Dale: Park Life
“Chip ‘N’ Dale: Park Life” follows two tiny troublemakers trying to live the good life in a big city park while having giant-sized, sky-high adventures. Disney’s beloved chipmunks, nervous worrier Chip and laid-back dreamer Dale, make the perfect odd couple. They’re best buddies and they drive each other nuts! In their perpetual pursuit of acorns, these ultimate underdogs are joined by Pluto, Butch and other iconic Disney characters as they face down bullies great and small. Combining classic-style cartoon comedy with contemporary storytelling, the 36 seven-minute episodes are directed by Jean Cayrol and produced by Marc du Pontavice at Xilam Animation.
Turner & Hooch – Episode 2
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High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 11
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Monsters At Work – Episode 4
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Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 13
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The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 5
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Friday July 30th
Turning the Tables with Robin Roberts
Get personal with Robin Roberts and some of Hollywood’s groundbreaking women as they bear witness to their incredible journeys on their path to purpose. Each episode is a profound conversation filled with emotion and inspiration. Listen to never-before-heard stories of how these groundbreakers came face-to-face with their vulnerability, authenticity and intuition. Discover their commonalities and learn how their stories and experiences created room for expansion and evolution.
All four episodes will arrive on July 30th
Turner & Hooch – Episode 3
No details have yet been provided for this title.
Monsters At Work – Episode 5
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High School Musical – The Musical – The Series – Season 2 – Episode 12 (Finale)
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The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 6
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Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 14
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Friday August 6th
Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 15
“Star Wars: The Bad Batch” follows the elite and experimental clones of the Bad Batch (first introduced in “The Clone Wars”) as they find their way in a rapidly changing galaxy in the immediate aftermath of the Clone War. Members of Bad Batch—a unique squad of clones who vary genetically from their brothers in the Clone Army – each possess a singular exceptional skill that makes them extraordinarily effective soldiers and a formidable crew.
Turner & Hooch – Episode 4
When an ambitious, buttoned-up US Marshal inherits a big unruly dog, he soon realizes the dog he didn’t want may be the partner he needs. “Turner & Hooch” stars Josh Peck as Scott Turner, son of Detective Scott Turner portrayed by Tom Hanks in the 1989 film of the same name.
The series also stars Carra Patterson as Jessica Baxter, Scott’s brave, street-smart partner; Brandon Jay McLaren as Xavier Wilson, a cool, enigmatic marine-turned-US Marshal; Anthony Ruivivar as Chief James Mendez, Scott’s boss with a secret soft spot for Scott’s new dog, Hooch; Lyndsy Fonseca as Laura Turner, Scott’s sweet, animal-loving sister; Jeremy Maguire as Matthew Garland, Laura’s dog-loving son; and Vanessa Lengies as Erica Mouniere, the quirky head of the US Marshals dog training program. Five French Mastiffs also star as Hooch, Scott’s slobbery, loveable French Mastiff.
Monsters At Work – Episode 6
“Monsters At Work” takes place the day after the Monsters, Incorporated power plant started harvesting the laughter of children to fuel the city of Monstropolis, thanks to Mike and Sulley’s discovery that laughter generates ten times more energy than screams. It follows the story of Tylor Tuskmon, an eager young monster who graduated top of his class at Monsters University and always dreamed of becoming a Scarer, until he lands a job at Monsters, Incorporated and discovers that scaring is out and laughter is in.
Ben Feldman stars as the voice of Tylor Tuskmon in the series, which introduces new monster characters alongside returning favorites, including Mike Wazowski (Billy Crystal) and James P. “Sulley” Sullivan (John Goodman). Starring alongside Feldman as part of the MIFT crew are: Henry Winkler as Fritz, the scatterbrained boss; Lucas Neff as Duncan, an opportunistic plumber; and Alanna Ubach as Cutter, the officious rule follower.
In addition to Crystal and Goodman, returning cast members from the original movies include John Ratzenberger as Yeti and Tylor’s dad, Bernard; Jennifer Tilly as Celia Mae; and Bob Peterson as Roze, twin sister to his original Monsters, Inc. character, Roz. Voicing additional characters are Stephen Stanton as Smitty and Needleman, the bumbling custodial team at Monsters, Inc., and Aisha Tyler as Tylor’s mom, Millie Tuskmon. Produced by Disney Television Animation, the series was developed and is executive produced by Disney animation veteran Bobs Gannaway.
The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 9
Placed undercover at a boarding school known as The Institute, a group of orphans must foil a nefarious plot with global ramifications while creating a new sort of family along the way. Based on the bestseller by Trenton Lee Stewart which Time Magazine called “one of the best young adult books of all time,”The Mysterious Benedict Society” stars Emmy® Award winner Tony Hale in the titular role and features a standout ensemble of young actors.
Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2
After marriage, Chloe and Papi, a couple of Chihuahuas, face various parenting challenges while taking care of their five puppies.
Beverly Hills Chihuahua 3
When Papi, Chloe, and the puppies are upgraded to a luxurious hotel, their lives are changed for the better. However, the youngest pup, Rosa, feels neglected with the change and it’s up to Papi to show her how special she is.
August 13th
The Mysterious Benedict Society – Episode 8 (Finale)
No details have yet been provided.
Star Wars – The Bad Batch – Episode 16 – (Finale)
No information has yet been provided.
Turner & Hooch – Episode 5
No details have yet been provided.
Monsters At Work – Episode 7
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Friday, August 20th
Monsters At Work – Episode 8
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Turner & Hooch – Episode 6
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August 27th
Monsters At Work – Episode 9
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Turner & Hooch – Episode 7
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Underdog
A watchdog gets exposed to a substance that endows him with superpowers. He is adopted by a 12-year-old boy and uses his powers to protect the city from the evil Simon Barsinister.
*All scheduling subject to change without notice to Disney+ subscribers
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Co. for updates and all things Disney+!
Featured Photo Credit: Disney/Pixar/20th Century Studio
It’s a small world after all with the new key coming to shopDisney and Disney Stores! Key collectors can look forward to this key making its debut May 28th!
They collectible key will also have a matching pin variation! This key design celebrates the love and whimsy of it’s a small world with bright colors, hello in a variety of languages, and adorable children designs. The ride has also been depicted on the castle of the key too!
Look for the new it’s a small world Disney Key and key pin on shopDisney on Friday May 28th!
Grammy Award-winning recording artist, Brandy, poses in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California on May 23, 2021.
Brandy celebrated the release of her new song “Starting Now” which is the anthem of The Walt Disney Company’s Ultimate Princess Celebration. The celebration spotlights the courage and kindness that Disney heroines inspire in fans around the world. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort)
Brandy Visits Disneyland Park in Celebration of Disney’s ‘Ultimate Princess Celebration’ Anthem Debut. Several stars have made their way to Disneyland in Anaheim, CA after a year of being closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Grammy Award-winning recording artist and actress Brandy spent a magical day in Disneyland Park to celebrate her new song, Starting Now.
Disney has shared that ‘The Ultimate Princess Celebration,’ “is a yearlong event spotlighting the courage and kindness these Disney heroes inspire in fans all around the world. From Cinderella’s generosity and Belle’s ingenuity to Mulan’s selflessness and Moana’s adventurous spirit, Disney is honoring these strong heroes through music, experiences, products, and a campaign to give back to children around the country.“
The new song is inspired by the music featured in the Disney Princess films. The “Starting Now” single is produced by Grammy Award nominee Oak Felder and was written by Jason Mater, Jordan Powers, and Darren Criss. You can check out the full-length vocal track for Starting Now by Brandy in the video posted below:
Spoiler-Free Review of Disney’s ‘Cruella‘. Hello, cruel world! We are just days away from the premiere of Disney’s Cruella and I have the pleasure of presenting our spoiler-free review for the new, and twisted origin story of one of Disney’s most notorious villains, Cruella de Vil. The official synopsis of the film states:
“Disney’s “Cruella,” an all-new live-action feature film about the rebellious early days of one of cinemas most notorious – and notoriously fashionable – villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil. “Cruella,” which is set in 1970s London amidst the punk rock revolution, follows a young grifter named Estella, a clever and creative girl determined to make a name for herself with her designs. She befriends a pair of young thieves who appreciate her appetite for mischief, and together they are able to build a life for themselves on the London streets. One day, Estella’s flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness von Hellman, a fashion legend who is devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute, played by Emma Thompson. But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable and revenge-bent Cruella.“
Before we truly begin, I want to be very clear: If you expect Cruella to be a play-by-play of 101 Dalmatians, you will be sorely disappointed. The new film takes the creative liberty of establishing who Cruella is as her own woman, and though that does include Anita and Roger throughout the story, there is a clear distinction between these two tales and some glaring discrepancies. So we highly recommend going into your first viewing understanding that they are completely different stories and should be considered as such.
Disney’s Cruella is rated PG-13, and for good reason. As previously shared in our prior posts, Cruella is noticeably darker than most Disney films. So much so, even the movies leading lady, Emma Stone shared her surprise at how dark the story got, even for a villain’s origin story. Though this film features high fashion, adorable dogs, and plenty of well-timed humor, we DO NOT recommend watching Cruella with young viewers. There are several dark themes throughout the film, including peril, death, deception, mental illness, and traumatic depictions that are too mature for young viewers.
For appropriately aged viewers, we wanted to share some of the more positive aspects of the film. Cruella explores the origin of the iconic and fashionable Cruella de Vil. From her rebellious childhood to her rise in power, we learn how and why Cruella thinks it’s so good to be bad.
Emma Stone does a fantastic job as Cruella. Her performance is distinguishable from other talented actresses such as Glenn Close who previously filled the role for Disney. Emma’s commitment to the role is evident and her comedic background was the perfect balance to the dark and twisted tale. Stone’s portrayal of a young rebel with a cause was equally met in Emma Thompson’s performance as The Baroness.
Thompson’s Baroness von Hellman is a confident, overbearing, and conniving adversary. She is a force to be reckoned with and strikes fear into the hearts of men and women. This was one of the first films Emma Thompson has been featured as a villain, and she nailed it. Right down to the smallest details, the Baroness is the kind of character you love to hate. We would love to see her dive even deeper in another villainous role down the line.
Supporting cast members Joel Fry (Jasper) and Paul Russell Hauser (Horace) added much needed humor to the film, but were much more than just comedic support. On several occasions the boys, particularly Jasper, hold crucial conversations that help to drive the story and show that there is more to the friendship between them and Cruella.
The strong performances don’t stop with the main cast. Supporting actors and actresses such as Mark Strong (John the Valet), Emily Beechman (Catherine), John McCrea (Artie), Kirby Howell-Baptiste (Anita Darling), and Kayvan Novak (Roger) brought their own presence to their respective roles, with John McCrea portraying one of the first openly Queer characters in a live-action Disney film.
Despite Cruella being a darker story for Disney, we enjoyed the fact that the film didn’t need a “good” to play the lead role. The villain vs. villain dynamic was filled with thrilling twists and turns, making it captivating throughout the entire 2-hour movie. Cruella is well balanced with humor to add levity, and the performances throughout the film make the movie even more enjoyable. Not to mention the stunning wardrobes and sets.
If you are comfortable doing so, we highly recommend going to go see Cruella in theaters so you can thoroughly enjoy the thematic elements of the film, but for those who may not be ready to venture to movie theaters, Disney has announced that Cruella will also be available to stream via Disney+ Premier Access. Cruella will premiere this Friday, May 28, 2021. For ticketing and more information CLICK HERE or visit DisneyPlus.com to pre-order Cruella for Disney+ Premier Access.
There’s a rumbly in our tumbly for this Winnie the Pooh Frappuccino!
If you are looking for a sweet and tasty drink to have at Starbucks, you need to try this Pooh bear frapp created by Ryan Gawlik @coffeefanatics. It features a vanilla bean frapp with cinnamon, caramel and of course honey!
The mix of these ingredients makes it look white with a golden drizzle just like Pooh’s honey pot! According to Ryan, this frappuccino tastes just like a graham cracker, so if you like those, you must try this drink.
All you have to do is head to your local Starbucks and ask your barista to follow this super easy recipe:
There is no set time when this crime-fighting duo will appear in Hollywood Studios. We checked on twitter and instagram today and have yet to see any photos of Chip and Dale.
Back in March we were able to catch Chip and Dale having a picnic in the middle of Hollywood Studios. Check them out:
Disney Pays Tribute to the Late Samuel E. Wright. Yesterday the news was shared that Samuel E. Wright had passed away from prostate cancer at the age of 74. Wright is best known by Disney fans for his work as Sebastian in The Little Mermaid films and shows, Kron in Dinosaur, and as the original Mufasa in the Broadway adaption of The Lion King.
Several agencies, including Disney and the official The Lion King Musical Facebook page have shared their condolences online. Disney shared a photo of Sam alongside his character Sebastian with the caption:
“We are saddened by the passing of Samuel E. Wright, who voiced Sebastian in The Little Mermaid. Wright also voiced Kron in Dinosaur and originated the role of Mufasa in The Lion King on Broadway. His iconic performance as Sebastian will always be remembered for the charm and heart Wright brought to every line and lyric.“
“Look at the stars. The great kings of the past look down on us from those stars.” Rest In Peace, Samuel E. Wright | 1946 – 2021 Original Broadway Cast, Mufasa. pic.twitter.com/MDuQAZJalZ
— The Lion King – Musical (@TheLionKing) May 25, 2021
Our deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and fans of Samuel E. Wright ?
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Bob Chapek Explains Why Disney+ Price Increases Are In The Works. There is no denying the success of Disney+ since its launch in late 2018, having garnished over 100 Million paid subscribers worldwide in just 2 years of service. Though Disney+ has already seen one price hike, Disney CEO Bob Chapek has shared there will be more on the way.
Chapek explained the decision comes mostly after the effects of the pandemic linger in the public, but was always part of the plan for the streaming service, stating: “One of the things we learned is flexibility is good because there’s two dynamics going on: One is people’s willingness to return to theaters and theaters’ ability to return in a meaningful way,” Chapek said. “And then the second is the change in consumer behavior that’s happening naturally, with COVID probably acting as a bit of a catalyst, but was going to happen anyway.”
“We’re trying to offer consumers more choice as they gain confidence in how they want to go ahead and return to theaters,” Chapek added, “We’re seeing some hesitancy to return [to movie theaters] in a way that would look anything like normal back in 2019 and as such, during this sort of interim period, it’s really nice to be able to give consumers some flexibility.”
Currently, the price guide for Disney+ and related bundles is as follows:
Disney+ (Monthly $7.99 USD/ Annual $79.99 USD)
Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ ($13.99 USD)
Disney+, Hulu (ad free), and ESPN+ ($19.99 USD)
Disney+, Hulu + Live TV, and ESPN+ ($72.99 USD)
Disney+, Hulu (ad free) + Live TV, and ESPN+ ($78.99 USD)
It is currently unknown what kind of price increases we will see in the coming years, but
“We’ve increased our investment in creative content to ensure that all channels have a full compliment of offerings to sort of keep everybody happy,” he said. “We want to make sure, given the importance of Disney+ in the marketplace and our shareholders, that we keep feeding that machine.”
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Amazon Obtains MGM for $8.45 Billion Merger. Amazon and MGM have announced an agreement that will allow MGM to merge with Amazon at the agreed-upon price of $8.45 Billion USD. MGM is responsible for famous titles and franchises such as the James Bond film, Rocky, Pink Panther, Spaceballs, Legally Blonde, Tomb Raider, and more. MGM has been in the business for nearly 100 years, and will be a crowning jewel for the Amazon brand.
It is currently unknown which projects currently in development will stay in production and will premiere through Amazon. Currently, MGM has several big-name sequels in the works including Legally Blonde 3, Tomb Raider 2, Creed III, Fiddler on the Roof, and more. MGM also owns studios such as Orion Pictures, United Artists, and American International Pictures, which are all expected to be absorbed in the merger.
Thanks to the amazing Art of Pandora blog, we can see a first look at the new Disney Pandora Summer collection coming soon! The Art of Pandora website has revealed three stunning new charms for the summer release of Disney Pandora charms!
First up is a beautiful castle charm celebrating Shanghai’s 5th anniversary! The charm features a beautifully sculpted castle, with blue enamel turrets, and a dangling “5” charm encrusted with crystals. This charm will most likely be a Shanghai exclusive.
Stitch has been crashing Disney movies all year long with the new Stitch Crashes Disney monthly collections. Now he’s crashing the castle with this fun Pandora charm! This is a dangle charm that has Stitch swinging on the castle!
My personal favorite is the new Minnie Ears charm! This charm is stunning, with sparkly black enamel ears, and a shiny red enamel bow! There is also plenty of polka-dots!
Look for these new charms to start showing up this summer!
Be sure to check out the Art of Pandora for all of the amazing Pandora releases coming our way this summer too!
Magical Disney World proposals are all over the internet. Most are well thought out of course. Sometimes though you see one that might have been a normal, everyday proposal and turns into a Disney Magical Moment. Walt Disney Worlds Twitter account shared one such moment recently and had us all applauding the soon-to-be husband.
In this Magical Disney World Proposal video, you see the fiancé to be has laid out a circle rug in front of Cinderella Castle, in the hub. Mickey’s Cavalcade dancers are making their way between the couple and the castle. Then the man drops to his knees, proposes, and we assume she says yes, additionally the crowd around them starts cheering. While that is going on Mickey and Pals notice the commotion and join the others in clapping and cheering and Mickey himself stares at the couple and gives a few claps.
I am not doing justice to how cute this really is! My husband never proposed, so I am jaded and bitter when I see others do something this magical. He just said pick a day, of course, and let’s get married. I guess it worked, cause 17 years later and I am still with that man living the Disney Dream right next door to Disney World. You can see the whole video below.
Check out this Magical Disney World Proposal Tweet. We wish nothing but the best for this couple, and if you know who the unnamed couple is drop us a line so we can reach out to them.
