Disney Discussions Weekly Recap for the Week of 12/01/24
This week, Disney makes an update to Tiana's ride, a new lion pride appears, and Moana 2 makes crazy money at the box office.
Welcome to the 16th edition of our Disney Discussions Weekly Recap.
This week, Disney makes an update to Tiana's ride, a new lion pride appears, and Moana 2 makes crazy money at the box office.
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This Week’s Disney News 🐭
Walt Disney World News 🏰:
Ray and Evangeline Join Tiana's Bayou Adventure Finale at Walt Disney World - WDWMAGIC
Imagineers have updated Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom with a new addition to the ride's finale: Ray and Evangeline.
Fans of The Princess and the Frog will now find the beloved firefly and his "Evangeline" represented in the attraction's final scene shining brightly over the bayou.
Disney Requests 60-Day Extension to Update Rivers of America ‘Cars’ Permit - WDWNT
Swiss Family Treehouse Closed for 1-Month Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom - WDWNT
The Swiss Family Treehouse has been closed since November 18, 2024. Disney states it will reopen on December 20, 2024.
Dumbo Queue Playground Set for Refurbishment at Magic Kingdom - WDWMAGIC
The interactive playground inside the Dumbo, the Flying Elephant queue at Magic Kingdom, is set for refurbishment. Recent permits filed with Orange County show plans to update the playground flooring and replace the playground netting.
New Lion Pride Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom - DAPSMAGIC
A new pride of lions arrived and can now be seen by guests as they sit atop their hill and look down at the Harambe Wildlife Reserve.
Full Menu Revealed for New Wailulu Bar & Grill at Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian - WDWNT
Wailulu Bar & Grill will offer views of Seven Seas Lagoon and the Magic Kingdom fireworks. Its Polynesian-inspired artwork includes unique pieces crafted from recycled materials and reclaimed fishing nets. The name comes from the Hawaiian words “wai” meaning water and “lulu” meaning calm.
The menu celebrates the flavors of Polynesia with influences of the Pacific Islands, from Easter Island and New Zealand to Fiji and Guam.
AI Comes to Disney Dining: All-Star Sports Food Court Hosts New Self-Checkout Trial - WDWMAGIC
Disneyland News:
Spider-Man Revealed on Avengers Reserve Facade as Construction Walls Come Down at Downtown Disney - WDWNT
Disneyland Resort Offering Discounted SoCal Resident Tickets for Early 2025 - WDWNT
Southern California residents can enjoy Disneyland Resort for as low as $67 per day with the special 3-Day, 1-Park per day ticket. This offer is available now and is valid from January 1 to May 15, 2025.
Closing Date Announced for Red Car Trolley at Disney California Adventure - WDWNT
In 2025, construction will begin on the expansion of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. To make way for new experiences, the last date for guests to ride Red Car Trolley will be Feb. 8, 2025.
Walt Disney’s Grandkids Approve of ‘Stellar’ New Animatronic Coming to Disneyland - WDWNT
Walt Disney's grandchildren approved the new audio-animatronic of their grandfather, debuting at Disneyland next year, calling it "stellar" and very accurate.
Disney Entertainment News 🎬:
‘Moana 2’ Box Office Celebrates Top Thanksgiving Weekend Records - WDWNT
The sequel beat the previous 5-day record holder, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” and made almost twice that of “Frozen 2″‘s Thanksgiving opening record. It made more than $386 million over the five-day opening.
Disney Releases New Trailer for Live-Action ‘Snow White’
‘Nothing Has Been Ruled Out’ Disney Could Bring Johnny Depp Back for Pirates of the Caribbean 6 - WDWNT
Multiple scripts for the next “Pirates of the Caribbean” film are currently in development, with one version reportedly including Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow.
Disney Business News 📈:
Mickey Mouse Is Delivering Joy to Kids in Need on a Holiday Journey - Disney Parks Blog
Disney Share a Look at New Headquarters in New York City - DAPSMAGIC
The Walt Disney Company's new headquarters, the Robert A. Iger building, is located at 7 Hudson Square in New York City, housing all of its New York businesses.
Disney Shareholders Get a Raise: Dividend Increased for 2025
The Walt Disney Company has declared a cash dividend of $1.00 per share, a 33% increase from the $0.75 per share paid to shareholders during fiscal year 2024.
Muppets News 🐸 :
No Mupperts news this week, but check out this TV Special from 1987: A Muppet Family Christmas. I’ve watched this at least once a year since It came out. It’s a holiday favorite!
Disney Discussions Recent Archive:
🧚 Pixie Dust ✨
Fun Facts:
Disney owns the highest-grossing movies of every rating:
G = Toy Story 4
PG = The Lion King (2019)
PG-13 = Avatar
R = Deadpool & Wolverine
📸 Magic Shot of the Week:
We all have those photos we love from a Disney vacation. Every week, I’ll share one. They will be my photos, but I’d love for you to share yours so I can include them. Email me your Disney photo to photos@disneydiscussions.com, and it’ll go in a future weekly recap.
🌟 Disney Tip of the Week:
Look up! No, seriously, there are many details around the parks, many hidden up high. There are names on Main Street USA, Roger Rabbit and Rocketeer references in Hollywood Studios, hidden figments in EPCOT, and the chemical make-up of your favorite condiments in Animla Kingdom.
Take a minute, pause and look up.