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Disney Looking at Melissa McCarthy to Play Ursula in Live Action Version of “The Little Mermaid”

July 1, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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It looks like Disney is interested in casting Melissa McCarthy (“Bridemaids”) to play the evil sea witch Ursula in the upcoming live action version of the Disney animated classic “The Little Mermaid”. From Variety: Melissa McCarthy may be ready to help some poor unfortunate souls in Disney’s live-action version of “The Little Mermaid.” Sources tell … Read more

Production Has Begun On “Flora And Ulysses” Movie Which Will Debut On Disney+

June 30, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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PRODUCTION BEGINS ON THE DISNEY+ ORIGINAL MOVIE “FLORA & ULYSSES” FROM WALT DISNEY PICTURES Lena Khan Directs Adaptation of Award-Winning Children’s Book Production started this week in Vancouver on Walt Disney Pictures’ “Flora & Ulysses,” directed by Lena Khan and based on the Newberry Award–winning children’s book, “Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures” by … Read more

Marvel Is Re-Releasing “Avengers: Endgame” This Weekend With Additional Bonus Footage

June 28, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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In case you haven’t seen “Avengers: Endgame”, or you simply haven’t seen it enough times, Marvel is re-releasing “Avengers: Endgame” in theaters with additional bonus features starting this Friday. The bonus features will consist of a new intro from The Russo Brothers, a deleted scene featuring The Hulk, and a sneak peek at “Spider-Man: Far … Read more

VIDEO: “Avengers: Endgame” Coming Home To Digital on July 30th; 4K UHD And Blu-Ray on August 13th

June 27, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

On July 30, Avengers fans around the world are invited to assemble once more for the in-home release of Avengers: Endgame on Digital in HD, 4K Ultra HD™ and Movies Anywhere, followed by a physical release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand beginning August 13. Fans who bring home Avengers: Endgame will gain … Read more

Walt Disney Animation Studios And Pixar Animation Studios Prepare To Share Never-Before-Seen Footage and Details at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019

June 25, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Animation Studios (WDAS) are gearing up for an exciting weekend of announcements and presentations—sharing never-before-seen footage—plus interactive displays, artist autograph signings, sharable photo opportunities, and giveaways for 2019’s D23 Expo in Anaheim, California. This year, Pixar and WDAS will join forces with Disney’s live-action team, creating a thrilling Walt … Read more

Disney’s “The Lion King” Original Motion Picture Digital Soundtrack To Release On July 11th

June 25, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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“The Lion King,” the Jon Favreau-helmed feature film that brings treasured characters to the big screen in a whole new way. The film—like the original 1994 version—features unforgettable music by an award-winning team, including Oscar® and GRAMMY®-winning superstar Elton John and Oscar and GRAMMY-winning lyricist Tim Rice, who’ve written an uplifting new song, “Never Too … Read more

Disney Channel and Disney Junior Stars to Meet Fans Every Day at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019

June 24, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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DISNEY CHANNEL AND DISNEY JUNIOR STARS TO MEET FANS EVERY DAY AT DISNEY’S D23 EXPO 2019 IN ANAHEIM, AUGUST 23–25 Kermit the Frog Joins Q&A Session with Creators and Voices Behind Disney Television Animation’s Hit Series Amphibia and Big City Greens Meet-and-Greets with Stars from DuckTales, Big Hero 6 The Series, ZOMBIES, Raven’s Home, Sydney to … Read more

Disney Looking At Taika Waititi To Helm An Animated “Flash Gordon” Film

June 24, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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It looks like Flash Gordon may soon be heading back to the big screen, but this time in the form of an animated feature by Disney and Fox. Taika Waititi (“Thor: Ragnarok”) is set to sign onto the project, but there is no official word if he will direct, or be a screenwriter for the … Read more

VIDEO: Watch This New Sneak Peek For “The Lion King”; Tickets Go On Sale Tomorrow!

June 23, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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Disney has released an extended TV spot for “The Lion King” featuring the voices of Donald Glover (Simba) and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter (Nala), who perform the iconic song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.” Tickets for the feature film are available for advance purchase starting tomorrow! Disney’s “The Lion King” opens in U.S. theaters on July … Read more

“Toy Story 4” Opens At #1 At The Box Office, But Disappoints With An $118 Million Debut; “Endgame” Closes In On Box Office Record

June 23, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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This weekend, “Toy Story 4” brought in $118 million domestically, with an additional $120 million internationally, bringing its worldwide box office total to $238 million. Although “Toy Story 4” took the number one spot at the box office this weekend, it came in below most analysts expectations. Most analysts had projected a domestic opening of … Read more

REVIEW: “Toy Story 4”; The Toys Are Back In Town!

June 22, 2019June 21, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

Let’s get right to it. Is Toy Story 4 the best film in the franchise? Nope. Is it the worst? Well, kind of, but that’s because the other movies in the series were just so good. But being the worst one of the franchise doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a bad movie. In fact, it is … Read more

Disney Music Emporium To Feature Exclusive Vinyl Record Releases and Signings by Composers Randy Newman, Tyler Bates, and More at D23 Expo 2019

June 20, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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OSCAR®-WINNING COMPOSER AND DISNEY LEGEND RANDY NEWMAN, COMPOSER TYLER BATES, MATTHEW MORRISON, AND ANTHONY GONZALEZ TO MEET FANS AT THE DISNEY MUSIC EMPORIUM PAVILION DURING D23 EXPO 2019, AUGUST 23–25 MUSIC EMPORIUM WILL OFFER FIRST-TO-MARKET PRODUCTS INCLUDING AVENGERS: ENDGAME 12” VINYL PICTURE DISC Disney Music Emporium, the online destination for collectible Disney music products, returns … Read more

Disney and Pixar’s Newest Animated Film “Soul” Arrives Next Summer

June 19, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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Pixar Animation Studios revealed details today about “Soul,” its second original feature film slated for theaters in 2020. Ever wonder where your passion, your dreams and your interests come from? What is it that makes you… YOU? In 2020, Pixar Animation Studios takes you on a journey from the streets of New York City to the cosmic … Read more

WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season Five – Episode 4 Is Now Available For Download

June 16, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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On this week’s episode: The latest rumors and potential leaks regarding Phases 4 and 5 for the MCU. Eric has seen “Avengers: Endgame” 6 times and he isn’t done yet. We discus the opening of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Join hosts Joe Hogarty, Jack McCarthy Eric Lancy and Jay Hart! WDWNT: Nerd Alert – Season … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Alaska Airlines Gets Animated With Themed Aircraft Featuring Artwork From Disney And Pixar’s “Toy Story 4”

June 15, 2019

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Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

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Ahead of the highly anticipated release of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 4” on June 21, Alaska Airlines unveiled a special-edition aircraft today. The “Toy Story 4”-themed aircraft, Alaska’s second livery to feature Pixar’s characters, is decked out with toys from the “Toy Story 4” world. The aircraft was revealed to a crowd of surprised … Read more

“Star Wars Celebration” Returns to Anaheim in August 2020, Ticket Sales Announced

June 13, 2019

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Joe Hogarty

Joe moved from New York to Florida back in 1997. He currently resides in St. Petersburg and visits the parks frequently. His first visit to the Magic Kingdom was when he was 8 years old back in 1974. Joe originally originally started as a photographer for WDWNT and is now the host of WDWNT: Nerd Alert, our movie reviewer and reports the news for WDWNT. You can contact Joe through email at Joe@wdwnt.com.

Star Wars Celebration

Star Wars Celebration will be making its triumphant return to Anaheim, California next year! Star Wars Celebration will take place at the Anaheim Convention Center from August 27-30. Tickets will go on sale on June 21 at 9am Pacific Time. From StarWars.com: Star Wars fans, mark your calendars. StarWars.com is excited to announce that Star … Read more

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