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Incoming scoops are reporting that Disney wants to restructure the struggling Star Wars franchise around its original hero, Luke Skywalker. It is fair to say that things are pretty tumultuous at Lucasfilm these days. Along with every other branch of the vast Walt Disney Company (except Pixar, of course), the studio has been struggling to adapt to the modern media environment. The Disney-produced sequel trilogy of films made a huge amount of money and introduced new characters like Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), but was hampered by increasingly bloated budgets and fan backlash as the series went on.

Report: Luke Skywalker To Return as ‘Star Wars’ Main Character, Disney Rejects New Series

Star Wars: The Acolyte's fourth episode, which features a surprising cameo from Ki-Adi-Mundi, has sparked a significant debate. Set about a hundred years before the events of Star Wars: Episode I – Phantom Menace, many believe that during the tail-end of the High Republic Era, the Cerean Jedi Master wasn’t even born yet.

8 Star Wars Characters Around During The Acolyte

Star Wars has always been known for its weird names, from pod-racer Ebe E. Endecott to the part-time singer, part-time bounty hunter Sy Snootles. However, none of these names are anywhere near as mind-blowing as the full name for Jedi Master Yoda. As to be expected from original creator George...

Yoda's Full Name Is The Funniest Thing In All of Star Wars

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A lot of fans don't like the direction that Disney has taken the brand, but I think Star Wars is the best it's ever been. Here's why.

4 Reasons Why I Think Disney Has Made Star Wars The Best It's Ever Been

As showrunner Leslye Headland reshapes the Star Wars galaxy in The Acolyte, the fan reception for the show has absolutely tanked. Although many dedicated viewers can put up with clunky dialogue and a few uncomfortable scenes, they can’t abide by its most grievous sin. With the push for more...

‘The Acolyte’ Mocks Faith in ‘Star Wars’ Drama

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Marvel star Ryan Reynolds, who is known for portraying Wade Wilson, AKA Deadpool, on the big screen, has spoken out about the now-scrapped third movie. In just three weeks, Ryan Reynolds will return as the Merc with a Mouth Deadpool for the first time since 2018. Joined by his real-life friend and legacy Marvel star, Hugh Jackman (Logan/Wolverine), the pair will make their official Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in director Shawn Levy’s Deadpool & Wolverine (2024).

Disney Scraps ‘Deadpool 3,’ Marvel Icon Ryan Reynolds Weighs In

With Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man/Tony Stark and Chris Evans’ Captain America/Steve Rogers exiting the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), the franchise has entered a new phase known as the Multiverse Saga. Facing worries about “superhero fatigue” and the departure of Jonathan Majors, who played Kang the Conqueror, Marvel...

Disney Reportedly Pulls Marvel’s First Horror Release

After the success of Inside Out 2 (2024), Disney is on a major rebound thanks to its billion-dollar summer smash. However, a predicted new Disney Renaissance might force fan favorites out of the picture. If you’re anything like this writer, you have a thing about noticing patterns, especially whenever Disney...

Disney To Drop ‘Little Mermaid,’ ‘Lion King,’ and More

Disney CEO has released a tragic statement after the passing of Disney and Hollywood legend and leader, Jon Landau. The film industry grieves the loss of Jon Landau, a visionary producer whose collaborative spirit and unwavering belief in the power of cinema left an indelible mark. Landau, who passed away at the age of 63, was best known for his groundbreaking partnership with director James Cameron, resulting in some of the highest-grossing films of all time. Landau had been battling cancer for more than a year prior to his passing.

Tragic Passing of Disney Legend: CEO Bob Iger Responds with Official Notice

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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Star Wars once existed in a galaxy far, far away, but now thanks to Disney, it exists in your own backyard practically. Disney has made Star Wars something it was never intended to be. Over-saturated. The Star Wars films told the stories that fans wanted or needed to know but...

Star Wars doesn't need to appeal to everyone and Disney needs to realize that soon

The Walt Disney World Resort will close another one of its historically controversial and problematic attractions later this year, the next in a string of summer season shutdowns. Diverse Disney. Disney World’s summer season may seemingly be slow at the moment, but crowds will surely gear up as international guests...

Disney World Closing Another Historically Racist Attraction in Widespread Magic Kingdom Shutdown

A teenager has been seriously injured after falling from an attraction mid-ride at a popular theme park. Terrifying though some theme park attractions may be, the entire point of boarding a thrill ride is supposed to be that you’re getting that adrenaline rush in a safe, controlled way. That’s why both ride manufacturers and theme parks implement extensive safety measures – so you can sit back and enjoy the ride with just the right amount of fear.

Guests Watch in Horror as Teenager Plummets up to 40 Feet From Six Flags Theme Park Ride

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An employee for SeaWorld Orlando was killed late last month. Theme parks are nothing without their employees, whether customer-facing or dealing with all aspects of business behind the scenes. It’s a devastating blow whenever any theme park loses one of these employees, but especially when it’s in circumstances as tragic as these.

SeaWorld Employee Killed: Update Given After Violent Attack

A guest is suing SeaWorld Orlando over an attack that happened during its dolphin show. Animals have long played a critical part in SeaWorld’s success – and in their deepest criticisms. For decades, SeaWorld Orlando, SeaWorld San Diego (which is the OG park), and SeaWorld San Antonio have relied on the likes of killer whales and dolphins to bring in guests keen to see marine mammals up close.

Guest Violently Attacked During SeaWorld Dolphin Show, “Serious Injuries” Sustained

Even though we’re less than two years away from its theatrical release, there’s still a lot of assembly required on Avengers 5. Jonathan Majors’ arrest and subsequent assault sentencing really threw the film formerly titled The Kang Dynasty for a loop, as it cost the next Avengers movie — and the entire Multiverse Saga at large — its arch-villain. But that turned out to be just the beginning of its problems.

‘Avengers 5’ completes a perfect trilogy of chaos as it loses the one person who could’ve saved it

WARNING: The following Disney article mentions and/or discusses topics that may be distressing for certain audiences. Reader discretion is advised. Disney Guests were horrified and saddened earlier this year when four puppies were discovered in a vehicle outside Disney World, the victims of terrible animal neglect that resulted in the death of one. Now, Orlando authorities are demanding that the person allegedly responsible be returned to the United States.

Orlando Authorities Demand Return Of Man Connected To Death Of Disney Puppies

When we think of Disney, a few thoughts come to mind. Of course, the Disney parks are one of the most iconic in the world. While Mickey Mouse standing in front of Cinderella Castle or Sleeping Beauty Castle is an iconic look, Disney did not begin with theme parks and rollercoasters. Disney’s start began with movies.

Tinker Bell’s Existence Denied by Disney, Mandela Effect Cited

The Black Panther franchise has been dormant for almost two years, but the superhero studio will officially restart soon with a new entry in the story of Wakanda. At the end of 2022, Marvel Studios released what would become the fourth in a list of seven consecutive comic book sequels. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) debuted as part of Marvel Phase Four and saw Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett) and the nation of Wakanda go up against Namor (Tenoch Huerta) and his Talokan army.

Marvel Boycott: ‘Black Panther’ Update Shared After Controversial Recasting Development

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Lucasfilm Spooked By ‘The Acolyte’ Controversy, Quietly Begins New ‘Star Wars’ Production

The infamously temperamental Star Wars fandom has hit The Acolyte hard, and it seems to have spooked Lucasfilm into quietly moving away from the Leslye Headland-created...

Lucasfilm Spooked By ‘The Acolyte’ Controversy, Quietly Begins New ‘Star Wars’ Production

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