Walt Disney Animation and Pixar Animation Studios are rewriting the script after a season of flops and failures at the box office. As Inside Out 2 (2024) soars to the top of the charts, The Walt Disney Company might need to take a second look at its current release strategy.

Disney Puts ‘Frozen,’ ‘Toy Story’ and More on Hold After ‘Inside Out 2’ News

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The Walt Disney Company has officially confirmed what will replace one of its most contentious movies to date as the Toy Story franchise gets majorly updated at the bi-yearly D23 Expo in Anaheim, Southern California. Taking to the stage at the Honda Center in the Golden State, Disney executives shared...

Disney Officially Reveals What Will Replace “Woke” ‘Toy Story’ Movie

Disney has confirmed an end date for Deadpool. It’s been a long time coming, but Deadpool is officially part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) – the third installment in the franchise – premiered in July and has already raked in $590.6 million at the box office, setting it on track to become the highest-grossing R-rated film of all time.

Goodbye, Deadpool: Disney Confirms End of Controversial Superhero

Even though Pixar still has the Inside Out 2 wave to ride, the animation studio already has set its eyes on its upcoming projects. Today at D23, the studio announced the title and release date for one of its next titles. Hoppers stars Jon Hamm (The Morning Show), Bobby Moynihan (Saturday Night Live), and Piper Curda (May December) and is set to premiere in Spring 2026.

Pixar Just Announced a Brand New Movie at D23

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	There’s a new citizen coming to Zootopia.Pixar Unveils New Film At D23: 'Hoppers' With Jon Hamm & Bobby Moynihan




	Ke Huy Quan is joining the cast of Zootopia 2 as a snake named Gary, star Ginnifer Goodwin announced during Friday night’s Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23.




	“Now, reptiles have a shady past,” she said, teasing that only Quan’s Gary could send the crew “on a whole new mission.”'Inside Out' TV Series In The Works For Disney+




	Of the slithering reptile, Goodwin added: “creepy, slithery, [and] highly venomous.”




	Zootopia 2 is hitting cinemas over the Thanksgiving break on November 26, 2025. The 2016 first movie grossed more than $1 billion and won the Oscar for Best Animated Film.'Avatar 3' Title Unveiled By James Cameron & Stars At D23


















‘Zootopia 2’: Ke Huy Quan Joins Cast Of Upcoming Animated Sequel

Since it was first announced, many have wondered where the characters in Toy Story would go next. Now, we have answer. It was revealed at D23 that the toys will go up against electronics in the next installment. Additionally, it was revealed that an army of rogue Buzz Lightyear toys...

SEE IT: The First Teaser, Story Details Revealed For ‘Toy Story 5’

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The first theatrical spin-off from The Mandalorian will be the first Star Wars movie in theaters since 2019's divisive Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker. At the annual D23 expo, Iron Man and Iron Man 2 director Jon Favreau -- currently in theaters in Deadpool & Wolverine -- announced he will be directing the film based on his Emmy-winning Star Wars small-screen effort.

'The Mandalorian and Grogu' to hit theaters in 2026

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Kate Jackson began her acting career as a silent ghost on TV's classic 1960s gothic daytime drama Dark Shadows but remains alive and well years after two horrific battles with breast cancer. Jackson went on to small screen prime-time stardom on police/detective/crime drama/comedies like The Rookies, Charlie's Angels, Scarecrow and Mrs. King, and more. This is her triumphant story.

'Charlie's Angels' Star Kate Jackson Has Courageously Battled and Conquered Cancer Several Times

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from interviews the author conducted with those individuals mentioned.]. This year marks the 60th Anniversary of the classic TV show Bewitched, which originally aired on ABC from 1964 to 1972. The show remains popular in reruns, and will soon be released in a special Blu-ray edition to mark the anniversary.

Dick York ("Darrin #1") Would Have Stayed on 'Bewitched' Had He'd Been Given More Time To "Rest up"

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	Pixar unveiled a big new project Friday night at D23 Expo with its promotion for “Hoppers,” a body-swap story starring Jon Hamm, Bobby Moynihan and Piper Curda.'Incredibles 3' in Development With Brad Bird at Pixar




	The story follows a young girl, Mabel, who can transfer her mind into a robot beaver with the goal of going undercover in the animal kingdom. She winds up befriending a regal beaver, King George, and uniting the animals to fight off the plans of a real estate developer. The movie is targeted for release in spring 2026. 




	Hamm, an Emmy winner for “Mad Men” and...

Pixar Reveals ‘Hoppers,’ a Beaver Body-Swap Movie Starring Jon Hamm, Bobby Moynihan, Piper Curda

During the Disney Experiences Showcase at D23 2024, the Mickey Mouse company revealed plans to introduce the first-ever audio-animatronic based on its founder, Walt Disney. The piece will be included as part of an addition called Walt Disney: A Magical Life, which promises a new show for the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland. Expect to learn more as we wait for it to debut sometime in 2025, where it will be included in the rotation with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln. Until a more specific release date is shared, you can see a few early concept images below.

Disney to Create the First-Ever Walt Disney Audio-Animatronic for Disneyland Show | D23 2024

Pixar revealed the first details of “Toy Story 5” at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The film is set for release on June 19, 2026, and Pixar confirmed the 2026 release during the Disney Entertainment Showcase. The logo matches the other “Toy Story” logos, with a “5”...

First Look at ‘Toy Story 5’ Coming in 2026

One of the biggest complaints about Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is how much the strict timeline limits it from embracing other popular characters in the Star Wars universe. We’ve seen the grip on that timeline slowly begin to shift with the inclusion of popular characters like Mandalorian and Grogu in Disneyland.

BREAKING! Disney Relaunching Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Ride With New Storyline

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

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Pixar is returning to the world of The Incredibles. The studio just announced they are now working on The Incredibles 3 — with the franchise’s writer and director, Brad Bird, returning to work on the project. Bird created The Incredibles 20 years ago now (WE’RE SO OLD), then...

‘The Incredibles 3’ Is Coming From Pixar

Straight from the show floor at D23, we have first looks at Zootopia 2, Moana 2, Elio, and more. Tons more coming as well. Exclusive first glimpses of Zootopia 2 with Judy and Nick in a new city area, plus the official film logo reveal. Moana 2 props on display,...

D23: First Looks At Zootopia 2, Moana 2, Pixar Display

We are reporting from D23 with the latest announcements about ongoing and future projects at Disney Parks, and Disney has just announced that a brand new Monsters Inc. land will be coming to a Disney Park!. At the Disney Experiences Showcase, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro and Billy Crystal announced...

First Ever Monsters Inc. Land Announced! Featuring Door Roller Coaster

Buzz, Woody, Jessie and all their friends are coming back for another adventure. After Disney first teased another “Toy Story” sequel in February 2023, the company is finally sharing more details about the fifth installment in the iconic film series. Ready to reunite with the funniest toys around?...

‘Toy Story 5’ is in the works! What we know about the new movie

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The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie secures a theatrical release in North America.

New Looney Tunes Movie Gets a Theatrical Release

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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Sequel For Pixar Movie Announced and More Pixar News

The weekend of D23 is underway, and we are reporting from the event with news of some big Disney announcements from tonight’s Disney Entertainment Showcase. At...

Sequel For Pixar Movie Announced and More Pixar News

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