During her early years in the entertainment industry, Academy Award-winning actress Anne Hathaway endured bizarre and uncomfortable ‘chemistry testing’ practices. In a recent interview with V Magazine, Hathaway shared her experiences with these tests, which involved kissing multiple actors in a single day.
After years of advocacy and pressure from environmental groups, Disney has announced plans to convert the Autopia ride at Disneyland to electric vehicles. The change, which will be completed by fall 2026, will help reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions at the park. The decision to electrify Autopia is a significant step forward for Disney, which has been criticized in the past for its reliance on fossil fuels. It also reflects the growing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in the tourism industry.
A film based on the popular Disney Parks attraction Space Mountain has been in development for some time. Here’s all the information we know so far about the project, including its potential release date, plot, and cast.
The highly anticipated special episode of “Bluey” has become the most-watched episode on Disney+, garnering 10.4 million views worldwide in the week following its release. With a runtime of 28 minutes, the episode translates to approximately 291.2 million minutes of viewing globally. The special received critical acclaim for its storyline about the Heeler family’s potential move and a wedding. Despite speculation about the show’s end, a new episode was released on April 21st. The long-term future of the show remains uncertain.
Disney’s expansion plans include both land and IP, with plenty of rides with lore yet to be explored further. Here’s a roundup of 11 Disney Parks-related film and television projects in development:
– **Pirates of the Caribbean reboot-quel:** Two scripts are in the works, with one potentially starring Margot Robbie.
– **The Society of Explorers and Adventurers:** A series and a live-action film are in the works, based on the fictional secret society that connects theme park rides and Disney film universes.
– **Big Thunder Mountain Railroad:** Directed by Bert and Bertie, this film adaptation promises a crazy train mine expedition and plenty of dynamite.
– **Space Mountain:** Writers of Netflix’s ‘The Adam Project’ are attached to this new film project based on the beloved ride.
– **Journey Into Imagination With Figment:** Seth Rogen produces this film adaptation of the chaotic purple dragon ride, with the writers of ‘Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers’ penning the script.
– **Walt Disney’s Disneyland Biopic:** Currently on hold due to rights issues, this biopic centers on Walt Disney’s risky venture to build Disneyland.
– **Tower of Terror:** A horror film adaptation starring Scarlett Johansson is in the works, based on the attraction inspired by the television show.
– **Jungle Cruise 2:** Dwayne Johnson hopes to reunite with Emily Blunt for a sequel to the 2021 film.
– **It’s a Small World:** No updates on this film inspired by the global puppet ride since it was announced in 2014.
– **The Matterhorn:** A film based on the Matterhorn ride has been in development since 2011.
– **Magic Kingdom:** Jon Favreau’s film project, announced in 2010, has apparently been shelved.
“The Sign”, a special episode of “Bluey”, has amassed a staggering 10.4 million views globally in its first week on Disney+. This record-breaking performance solidifies “Bluey’s” popularity as the second most-streamed show of 2023, with over 43.9 billion minutes viewed.
Aaron LaBerge, former Chief Technology Officer at Disney Entertainment and ESPN, has decided to leave the company to join the team at Penn Entertainment. He will be aiding Penn’s technology strategy in their interactive division. LaBerge not only contributed to getting ESPN+ off the ground but also helped with the streaming service joint venture with Fox and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Aaron LaBerge, a former executive at Disney with 20 years of experience, has left the company to join Penn Entertainment as its new Chief Technology Officer. LaBerge will oversee the technology and interactive division at Penn, known for its gaming operations and recent partnership with ESPN for the ESPN Bet sportsbook. During his time at Disney, LaBerge played a crucial role in product rollouts, including the integration of Hulu into Disney+ and the upcoming launch of an ESPN streaming app. He also managed a team of engineers, designers, and other technologists responsible for some of the world’s most renowned media properties.
While fans eagerly await news of a Season 4 renewal for The Orville, producer and lead actor Seth MacFarlane has given a somewhat vague update. While his comments indicate a continuation of the franchise, the exact form and timeline remain unclear.
Aaron LaBerge, Chief Technology Officer for Disney Entertainment and ESPN, has announced his departure from the company to join PENN Entertainment as Chief Technology Officer. LaBerge’s departure is part of a series of executive departures from Disney in recent years. He will remain with Disney until June for personal reasons related to his family.
