Adult Themed Content from Fox Finds New Home on Hulu. With the excitement surrounding Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+, and the aquisition of Fox by Disney, many fans have been wondering about the fate of some of their favorite titles that are a bit too “adult” for the standard Disney Brand.
Titles such as Deadpool and Family Guy have been deemed too adult themed for the family friendly streaming service, Disney+, but will continue to stream on Hulu to be enjoyed by fans whenever and wherever streaming is available.
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Though fans may be upset about the choice to leave R-rated content off Disney+, Disney has been forthcoming about their decision since the first announcements for the family-friendly streaming service. For those who are interested in accessing these, and more titles such as Logan, Deadpool 2, Marvel’s Helstrom, Marvel’s Howard the Duck, and more, but still want to enjoy everything Disney+ has to offer, Disney is offering a special bundle for Disney+ ,ESPN+, and Hulu for $12.99/month.
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Launching on November 12, 2019, Disney+ will be the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and more, together, for the first time. From The Walt Disney Company’s Direct-to-Consumer and International segment, Disney+ will offer ad-free programming with a variety of original feature-length films, documentaries, live-action and animated series and short-form content including series “The Mandalorian,” “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” and films “Lady and the Tramp” and “Noelle.”
Alongside unprecedented access to Disney’s incredible library of film and television entertainment and 30 seasons of “The Simpsons” in the U.S., the service will also be the exclusive streaming home for films released by The Walt Disney Studios in 2019 and beyond, including “Captain Marvel,” “Avengers: Endgame,” “Aladdin,” “Toy Story 4,” “The Lion King,” “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil,” “Frozen 2,”and “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.” The service will launch in select geographic territories, including U.S., Canada, and The Netherlands, followed shortly by Australia and New Zealand, with the expectation to be available in all major markets within the first two-years. Visit DisneyPlus.com to learn more.
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What do you think of Disney’s decision to keep Disney+ “family-friendly”? Will you be ordering the Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu Bundle? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Disney!
‘Mighty Ducks’ Reboot In the Works as a New Disney+ Original Series. Previously reported by The Hollywood Reporter, ‘The Mighty Ducks‘ was rumored to be getting a reboot from ABC Signature Studios. Though any future plans for television and film basically came to a screeching halt for most titles announced in 2018-early 2019, it became clear that the rumors about new content “coming soon” were based in a half truth.
Disney has kept a tight lip for years about their all new streaming service announced earlier this year, Disney+. So tight that it caused tons of confusion when projects seemed to get the green light one day, then “cancelled” seemingly out of no where. Turns out most of the content, including the rumors about a Mighty Ducks reboot, have proven to be true, but will find a new home on Disney+.
The Mighty Ducks series has not only been given the green light, but will premiere on Disney’s exclusive streaming service, Disney+ within the next few years. No official stream date has been given, but DiscussingFilm was the first to share the premise of the series in an exclusive report.
According to the report by DiscussingFilm, “The series focuses on a 13-year-old boy when he gets kicked off the junior division Mighty Ducks team, his mom decides to start their own team, finding players, a coach, and a place to play.”
Disney+ will give studios such as Marvel, Lucasfilm, Pixar, National Geographic, Disney, and more, the chance to bring new content directly to their consumers via Disney+ to help enrich stories, both old and new, without the hassle of over-saturating theaters or interrupted viewing.
Will you be watching The Mighty Ducks Series on Disney+? What other Disney+ Original Series are you excited to stream? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
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The popular dining location was originally supposed to close in early August 2019, but was pushed back into late August of this year. The expected re-opening was previously advertised as “Winter 2019“, but reservations are not available on Disney’s website until late January.
In the meantime, Beaches & Cream has moved to a temporary location at the same resort. You can find a limited menu including the “No Way Jose” and several milkshakes and drinks just around the corner at Ariel’s. You can get your ice cream fix here from 3pm-11pm each night.
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop will return with the classic guest favorites like flavored sodas, milkshakes, “hot off the grill” items, and the beloved Kitchen Sink. The renovated restaurant will offer a new and improved experience for those dining there.
When do you start decorating for the holidays? It seems to change every year at my house but Disney is always consistent! Decorations start going up at Disneyland right after Halloween every year. But did you know that planning the holiday design starts almost a year in advance? Creating, maintaining and storing all of the decorations for the resort is a year-long process for the Disneyland Resort enhancement team.
The video below shows Disneyland Resort’s resident “elves” hard at work in the warehouse where most of the resort’s yuletide trimmings are stored. From gathering garland to unboxing bows, they ensure every detail of décor is ready to make the season bright at the Disneyland Resort.
The exterior of Main Street, U.S.A., features approximately 220 garlands that measure more than four miles long, with approximately 80 wreaths and 120 bows bringing the season to life on this charming street.
It takes nearly three dozen cast members 35 days to install the glittering façade of “it’s a small world” Holiday and nearly 18 days to decorate the holiday attraction’s dazzling interior.
The Disneyland Christmas tree stands 60-feet tall on Main Street, U.S.A. and features 1,500 Victorian-inspired ornaments with 100 oversized faux candles.
Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle shimmers during the day and is illuminated each night with more than 126,000 twinkling LED lights, sparkling “icicles” and shimmering snow-capped turrets.
A 50-foot Christmas tree adorns Carthay Circle to help guests get in the holiday spirit. The tree and surrounding buildings are decorated with vintage-style ornaments in keeping with the theme of Buena Vista Street, inspired by Los Angeles as it appeared when Walt Disney arrived in the 1920s.
Will you get to experience the Disneyland Resort during the holidays this year? What’s your favorite part? Let us know in the comments!
Disney’s new streaming serving Disney+ is just days away from its release. “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” is one of the highly anticipated originals of Disney+. However, guests of the Disneyland Resort will get an exclusive first look at the series!
“High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” is a 10 episode scripted series that takes place at the original East High. This series will follow a group of teens as they put on their own production of High School Musical. This original series is shot with documentary style elements with nods to the Disney Channel Original Movie from 15 years ago.
Not only will fans of the lovable franchise get to stream this new original show on Disney+, guests visiting the Disneyland Resort will get to enjoy a special sneak peek! The Tomorrowland Theater will be showcasing a special presentation of “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series“.
Disney+ will be the first Disney streaming service to include Disney Originals, Feature Films, Disney Channel Originals, and so much more. Subscribe now for endless entertainment for everyone in your family!
The Gallery of Arts and History in the Morocco pavilion in Epcot has just reopened with a new exhibit: “Race Against the Sun: Ancient Technique to Modern Competition.” This exhibit showcases two incredible modern-day competitions – Marathon des Sables (Marathon of the Sands) and Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles du Maroc (Rally of the Gazelles). It also showcases the rich history of the ancient inhabitants of the Sahara, the Berbers.
The exhibit features immersive experiences, including a lifelike diorama of Marathon of the Sands with race gear and trophies from Moroccan competitors, and an interactive photo opportunity highlighting Rally of the Gazelles – the off-road, all-woman desert rally. Each of these intense competitions take place in the Sahara Desert, and guests can also discover how the Sahara’s original inhabitants, the Berbers, mastered the challenges of living in the formidable environment.
In celebration of the new exhibit, guests can get a taste of what it’s like to participate in an intense desert competition. At Tangerine Café in the Morocco pavilion, discover “sellou,” a food highlighted in “Race Against the Sun” that marathon participants commonly eat during their race. With ingredients like almonds and sesame seeds, this energy-packed snack gives runners the boost they need to complete their journey.
“Race Against the Sun” is part of the continued evolution of Epcot, introducing fantastic experiences that extend the unique spirit and vision of the park. Have you been to see the new exhibit? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
Get a Sneak Peek at Poe Dameron’s X-Wing in Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. Recently, Creative Executive of Franchise Story & Content from the Lucasfilm Story Group, Matt Martin, made a trip to Galaxy’s Edge to check out the Blackspire Outpost on Batuu, and get a sneak peek at Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.
“The Resistance needs your help! Hidden in the forest outside Black Spire Outpost, the Resistance is gathering recruits for a secret mission. With the First Order desperate to extinguish the spark of the Resistance, the mission is bound to have unexpected twists and turns. When your transport is captured by an imposing First Order Star Destroyer—with Kylo Ren on board—you’re going to need all the help you can get. Fortunately, a covert team of Resistance fighters is at the ready to give you a fighting chance to escape—and a chance for the Resistance to rise.
Along the way, favorite Star Wars characters—including Rey, Finn, Poe Dameron and BB-8—will join the action to help you! Get ready for a thrilling new adventure when Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance opens on December 5, 2019.”
Check out Poe’s X-wing from Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance in this new feature video from Disney Parks!
“Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance is a massive, multi-platform, new attraction that is unlike anything you’ve ever experienced at Walt Disney World Resort… or anywhere else in the galaxy!”
Have you visited Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Resort or Walt Disney World Resort? Will you be riding Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance when it opens soon? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.
Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!
The new Hollywood Studios logo has finally appear in the park!
Located in the archway leading to Animation Courtyard, the new sign is super simple and sleek and is missing the characters the concept art had. A new color scheme was added as well featuring blue and beige instead of teal and orange.
This is just another change as part of the 30th anniversary transformation like we have been seeing during these past years with the addition of Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the removal of The Great Movie Ride and The Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights.
What do you think of the new logo? Do you like it or prefer the old one? Let us know!
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at the Walt Disney World Resort. Yesterday we went around Hollywood Studios to take a look at all the fun Christian decor that was put up. Hollywood Studios is one of my favorite parks for Christmas and I absolutely love the vintage feel and decorations.
As soon as you arrive at Hollywood Studios you’re greeted with the sights and sounds of Christmas. Fun garland hangs on the entrance sign and there’s big band Christmas music playing from the speakers.
It’s even more beautiful once you arrive inside the turnstiles. All down Hollywood Boulevard are amazing Christmas decorations. I love the wreaths that go from on side to the next. Make sure to look at the fun windows as well like this adorable window.
What I like most is the amount of Christmas decor you get even when you leave the main entrance unlike say Magic Kingdom where it tends to be just on Main Street.
Vintage Christmas decor is placed throughout the beginning of this fun park. It really is a tribute to the atmosphere of Hollywood Studios.
Echo Lake is so beautiful during the holiday season! The tree at Hollywood Studios is massive. Large floating ornaments complete the look and they even light up at night.
Even Gertie gets festive with a Santa hat and ornament.
Even Toy Story Land gets a Christmas overhaul! The Hamm Santa Cookie is my favorite. He’s just so cute!! You can find him right in the center of Toy Story Land across from the Slinky Dog ride and Woody’s Lunchbox.
The best part is no matter what time of day you go there are tons of beautiful decorations to see. I actually recommend going both during the day and at night to get the full effect of the lights. Also if going at night make sure to check out Jingle Bell Jingle Bam! The amazing fireworks spectacular that starts Friday November 8th. It’s one of my favorites.
There are so many amazing things happening right now at the Walt Disney World Resort. It’s the most amazing time to visit. Stay tuned for even more holiday happenings coming soon!
If you’re looking for something refreshing but with a delicious bourbon taste look no further than the Germany Pavillion at Epcot. This drink really surprised me. The honey bourbon taste was better than I expected in this frozen concoction.
Officially this drink is the Frozen Mezzo Mix served with Bärenjager Honey & Bourbon Liqueur. It can be found at the little kiosk right outside the gift shops in the Germany Pavillion. The alcoholic version costs $14 and the non-alcoholic sells for $4.75.
As you drink around the world you have many options, but this one is quite different from others. I’m not aware of many other frozen drinks that feature a good bourbon taste. Consider stopping by for this treat next time you are traveling the world (showcase). It will be the perfect fall treat!
ABC officially kicks off the holidays with “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,“ Thursday, Nov. 28 (8-10 p.m. EST.) on ABC; followed by “Disney Channel Holiday Party at Walt Disney World“ premiering Friday, Dec. 13 (8-8:30 p.m. EST) on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNOW app. Then, the “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” airs Christmas morning, Wednesday, Dec. 25 (10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST, 9:00-11:00 a.m. CST/MST/PST); airtimes vary, check listings, on ABC and on the ABC app. (Disney Parks/ABC)
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Three New Holiday Specials Coming to ABC and Disney Channel. This holiday season, ABC and Disney Channel will transport the magic of Disney Parks and Disney Cruise Line during the holidays to viewers with three magical specials featuring star-studded performances, merry entertainment and more!
During the specials, viewers will get exclusive looks at upcoming Disney Parks attractions, including Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, opening soon at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at both Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California.
“ABC officially kicks off the holidays with “The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration,“ THURSDAY, NOV. 28 (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST), on ABC; followed by “Disney Channel Holiday Party @ Walt Disney World,“ premiering FRIDAY, DEC. 13 (8:00-8:30 p.m. EST), on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNOW app. As part of the annual tradition, the “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” airs Christmas morning, WEDNESDAY, DEC. 25 (10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST, 9:00-11:00 a.m. CST/MST/PST; airtimes vary, check listings, on ABC and on the ABC app).”
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“The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration” kicks off the holiday seasonThursday, Nov. 28, from 8:00-10:00 p.m. EST, on ABC and on the ABC app. Join hosts artist Matthew Morrison, singer-songwriter and TV host Emma Bunton, and TV host Jesse Palmer as they present the two-hour prime-time special on Thanksgiving night from Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort in California. This magical celebration will feature celebrity musical performances among a flurry of Disney holiday entertainment. During the prime-time special, viewers will be treated to several Disney Parks sneak peeks, including a behind-the-scenes look into Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, opening in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge on Dec. 5, 2019, at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida and Jan. 17, 2020, at Disneyland Park in California.
Musical performances include the following:
GRAMMY® Award-winning icons Sting and Shaggy perform duets and solo numbers from Walt Disney World Resort, including a new festive reggae version of “Silent Night (Christmas is Coming).”
GRAMMY Award-winning rock band Portugal. The Man performs “Happy Christmas” and “Merry Christmas Everybody” from Disneyland Resort.
Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning group Pentatonix will sing a cappella renditions of “Deck the Halls” and “Here Comes Santa Claus” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Singers Ingrid Michaelson and Andy Grammer perform an all-new original holiday song from Disneyland Resort.
International pop star Ally Brooke sings “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Singer-songwriter and TV host Emma Bunton (Baby Spice) performs “Santa Baby” from Walt Disney World Resort.
The Tony®, Emmy® and two-time Golden Globe®-nominated artist Matthew Morrison performs a medley from Walt Disney World Resort of “When You Wish Upon A Star” from the upcoming album “Disney Dreamin’ with Matthew Morrison” and the classic “Let it Snow.”
Acclaimed two-time Billboard Award-winning electronic violinistLindsey Stirling pulls all the strings for “Carol of the Bells” from Walt Disney World Resort.
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“Disney Channel Holiday Party @ Walt Disney World“ airs Friday, Dec. 13, from 8:00-8:30 p.m. EST/PST, on Disney Channel and in the DisneyNOW app. Disney Channel’s “ZOMBIES 2” stars MegDonnelly and Milo Manheim will co-host this holiday party with artist Matthew Morrison, treating fans to a magical holiday celebration featuring performances from Shaggy, Pentatonix andDisney Channel stars Issac Ryan Brown (“Raven’s Home“), Ruby Rose Turner (“Coop & Cami Ask the World”) and Kylie Cantrall (“Gabby Duran & The Unsittables”) broadcast from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and aboard the majestic Disney Fantasy – part of the Disney Cruise Line fleet. During the special, viewers will enjoy exclusive Disney Parks sneak peeks, including a first look at Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida in spring 2020 and Disneyland Park in California in the future. Viewers will also get an exclusive look at the Disney Channel Original Movie sequel “ZOMBIES 2,” premiering on Disney Channel in 2020. Additionally, “BUNK’D” stars Scarlett Estevez and Israel Johnson will host a special family segment highlighting the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program.
Musical performances include the following:
Disney Channel’s “ZOMBIES 2” star Meg Donnelly sings “Home for the Holidays” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Disney Channel stars Issac Ryan Brown (”Raven’s Home”) and Ruby Rose Turner (”Coop & Cami Ask the World”) perform “12 Days of Christmas” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Disney Channel’s “Gabby Duran & The Unsittables” star Kylie Cantrall performs “Santa Claus is Coming to Town“ aboard the Disney Fantasy.
Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Pentatonix performs an a cappella renditionof “Here Comes Santa Claus” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning reggae star Shaggy sings “Jamaican Drummer Boy” from Walt Disney World Resort.
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“Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” airsWednesday, Dec. 25, from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. EST, 9:00-11:00 a.m. CST/MST/PST; airtimes vary, check listings, on ABC and on the ABC app. Disney’s annual Christmas celebration airs Christmas morning on ABC hosted by artist Matthew Morrison,singer-songwriter and TV host Emma Bunton, and TV host Jesse Palmer. Joining as co-hosts are ABC’s “black-ish” star Marsai Martin with Hollywood Records Artist and Disney’s “The Lion King” star JD McCrary, who voiced young Simba in the live-action film. Presented from Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort in California, the show features the Christmas Day Parade down Main Street U.S.A., heartwarming stories and amazing celebrity performances. Among the exclusive Disney Parks sneak peeks planned for this special are Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida in spring 2020 and Disneyland Park in California in the future, plus Avengers Campus coming to Disney California Adventure Park in California in 2020. Viewers will also get a special look at “the most magical flight on earth”: the newly opened Disney Skyliner gondola system, connecting Walt Disney World Resort guests to two Disney theme parks and four resorts, including the new Disney’s Riviera Resort, opening Dec. 16.
Musical performances include the following:
Seventeen-time GRAMMY Award-winning Sting performs “Soul Cake” off his platinum-selling album “If On A Winter’s Night…” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Two-time GRAMMY Award-winning reggae star Shaggy sings his new Caribbean-flavored original song “Christmas with Friends” from Walt Disney World Resort
Three-time GRAMMY Award-winning a cappella group Pentatonix performs “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” from Walt Disney World Resort.
Singers Ingrid Michaelson and Grace VanderWaal sing “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree” from Disneyland Resort.
GRAMMY Award-winning rock band Portugal. The Man performs “White Christmas” and “Feel it Still” from Disneyland Resort.
International pop star Ally Brooke performs “Christmas Through Your Eyes” from Walt Disney World Resort.
The cast of the new Disney+ original “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” performs a high-energy medley from Disneyland Resort.
The holiday specials are a collaboration by Disney Parks, ABC, Disney Channel and Endeavor Content.
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These, and many special holiday programs, will be available on ABC and Disney Channel to celebrate the 2019 Holiday Season! Be sure to check out our complete list of holiday programming coming to ABC:
What holiday specials are you excited to enjoy with your friends and family? Do you watch the Christmas Day Parade before or after opening presents? Maybe your kids have a sleepover to watch the Disney Channel Holiday Party? We would love to hear about your holiday traditions in the comments. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Disney!
I have an interfaith family, and we proudly celebrate both Christmas, and Hanukkah. Being a Disney loving family, we love finding decorations that reflect who we are. Each year I eagerly anticipate the reveal of the Disney Parks Hanukkah Merchandise, so I can add to my collection.
This year’s theme has a really beautiful monochromatic blue color scheme. The theme is also “Light, Laughter, & Latkes”, and honestly that is just too perfect. First up on my list of must haves, is this super cozy looking fleece throw! This is a large sized blanket too, at 50″x60″!
I can honestly never have enough serving trays for Hanukkah. Afterall, we need something to serve up all of those delicious latkes and sufganiyot on! The design on this is also really beautiful. One of my favorite images on this new collection is the subtle snowflake made out of Dreidels!
Obviously we need salt and pepper on the table for those of us who like our latkes savory! One shaker has Minnie, while the other has Mickey in the gorgeous monochromatic blue scheme.
This collection also has a set of fabulous tea towels to accent the kitchen with! I’ll be honest I spend a lot of time during Hanukkah in the kitchen preparing delicious treats for my family to enjoy together as we exchange stories, and light the candles.
Last but not least we have my favorite item from the collection. This is a Hanukkah banner, that is actually 8 separate pouches. This is fantastic for my family since we do eight small gifts each night, with each gift representing a special meaning of the holiday to us.
Will you be adding extra magic to your holiday celebrations with the new Disney Parks Hanukkah Merchandise collection? You can also find the collection online at shopDisney too!
