Disney News by Stitch Kingdom

It’s Official: ADRs for Walt Disney World Return to 180 Days in Advance Beginning October 27

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

Disney has made the official announcement today, the ADR period will return to 180 days after being shortened to 90 days from 180 days from 90 days (and so on, and so on, and so on). The change will take effect beginning October 27.

This goes for all reservations which have been affected by the last 90 day change with the introduction of the new dining reservation system, A La Carte (which stands for Application for Celebrations, Activities, Recreation, Tours and Events (but not dining)). So all tours (which used to be up to a year) will then be available for booking 180 days out, as will items like specialty cruises (which used to be at 90).

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Select Bloomingdale’s Stores to Host Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story Exhibit, More

Posted on August 17, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

As part of a new campaign dedicated to Hollywood and film, Bloomingdale’s has partnered with six major studios which includes Disney/Pixar and Walt Disney Studios to help promote upcoming releases and distribute free tickets to films such as the Toy Story & Toy Story 2 in 3D double feature and The Princess and the Frog.

In addition, the stores in New York City, Sherman Oaks, South Coast Plaza and Orlando will host a photography exhibit of behind the scenes production of Toy Story and Toy Story 2 beginning in September. Other stores will include exhibits from other studios, namely costumes from upcoming and past iconic films.

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iPhone App Review: Toy Story Mania!

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

Title: Toy Story Mania! (link)
Publisher: Walt Disney
Released: August 14, 2009
Cost: $4.99
iTouch?: Yes, but no bonus feature
Pros: Portable version of its theme park candidate, fun graphics, good re-play value
Cons: Some controls can be annoying
Review: If you’ve been to Disney’s California Adventure (Anaheim) or Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Orlando) within the past year, you no doubt are familiar with Toy Story Mania!, the Toy Story-themed 4D (that’s park-speak for 3D with cold water splashed on you) video game/attraction. Set to make its in-home debut later this year on the Nintendo Wii (minus the cold water), the iPhone edition is a happy medium which allows you to take the charm of the game with you no matter where you go.

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Sneak Peek: Artwork of Complete Vinylmation Muppets Series #1

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom 5 Comments

Late last month, we gave you a photo report of the last Vinylmation artist release party which featured exclusive looks at some upcoming Vinylmation releases. On display there were several Muppets Vinylmation figures, presumably from Series 1 which is expected to be released at some point in 2010.

Today, we bring you a look at what’s purported to be the complete release of Vinylmation Muppets Series #1.

Update: To see actual photos of the Muppets vinylmation, please see our D23 Expo Vinylmation report here

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iPhone App Review: Disney Puzzle Slider

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom 3 Comments

Title: Disney Puzzle Slider (link)
Publisher: Walt Disney
Released: August 14, 2009
Cost: $2.99
iTouch?: Yes
Pros: Dozens of amazing Disney oriented wallpapers
Cons: Controls are overly sensitive, music loop can’t be turned off
Review: Under the guise of a puzzle slider game, Disney Puzzle Slider is above all else your ticket to 74 of some really great Disney pieces of art spread across 11 categories – Mickey and Friends, Pooh and Pals, Fairies, Bloc28, Disney Villains, Pirates, Simply Mickey, Disney Stylized, Cuties, Classic Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Classic Disney Friends.

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iPhone App Review: Stan Lee’s Time Jumper

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

Note: For information on Stan Lee’s Time Jumper, please read our introduction article here.

Title: Stan Lee’s Time Jumper (link)
Publisher: Walt Disney
Released: August 10, 2009
Cost: Free
iTouch?: Yes
Pros: Free!, it’s Stan Lee!, extras add to fun
Cons: Future editions aren’t free
Review: How does one animate a comic book while not turning it into a cartoon? Comics legend Stan Lee introduces us to his joint project with Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, Time Jumper, the story of a reluctant hero who must travel through time on a quest to save his brother while fighting the time threating enemies and problems of his own.

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Would Dan Rather Be Anywhere Else Other Than Epcot with Mickey? Doubt it.

Posted on August 16, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

Journalist and TV anchor Dan Rather poses with Mickey Mouse Aug. 16, 2009 at Epcot in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Rather was on vacation at the Walt Disney World theme park. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)

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Jiminy Cricket Celebrates 50 Years with the United States Air Force 3rd Aerial Port Squadron

Posted on August 15, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

Official patch of the 3rd Aerial Port Squadron Recently, Pinocchio’s conscience marked a milestone of his own as he celebrated fifty years of being the mascot of the USAF 3rd Aerial Port Squadron at Pope AFB in North Carolina.

It was in September of 1959 that Jiminy was featured on the official patch of the 3rd APS. Based on a sketch by Airman 2nd Class Robert Dunlap, the patch was the first ever allowed for the APS as patches were reserved only for flying squadrons up until that point. Of course Jiminy is a copyrighted character owned by Disney so Walt Disney himself authorized the license for Jiminy’s use at a hefty government-esqe fee of $1.

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Sneak Peek: Blooper Reel from Hannah Montana The Movie on Blu-ray and DVD August 18

Posted on August 15, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

In anticipation of the Blu-ray and DVD release of Hannah Montana The Movie on August 18, we are pleased to bring you this sneak peek at some of the hilarious bloopers that occurred while making the film.

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Despite accidentally eating some chicken feed that flew into her mouth while filming a scene, Miley found a new BFF in her fine feathered co-stars, even wanting to take one home with her. Miley said, ‘Other stars walk around Hollywood with little dogs under their arms, but I want to walk around with my little chicken!’ For the record, Miley also confessed that chicken feed tastes disgusting, so please don’t try it at home.

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The Walt Disney Company Execs to Discuss Fiscal Full Year and Fourth Quarter 2009 Financial Results via Webcast

Posted on August 15, 2009 by Stitch Kingdom Leave a comment

The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) will announce fiscal full year and fourth quarter 2009 financial results via a live audio Webcast beginning at 4:30 p.m. EST / 1:30 p.m. PST on Thursday, November 12, 2009 (results will be released at approximately 4:01 p.m. EST / 1:01 p.m. PST). To listen to the Webcast, point your browser to www.disney.com/investors. The discussion will be available via re-play through November 26, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. EST / 4:00 p.m. PST.

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