April 9, 2025

Walt Quote Wednesday


Welcome to Walt "Quote" Wednesday! Each Wednesday, we will post a random quote from Walt Disney.

“I don’t want the public to see the world they live in while they’re in the Park. I want them to feel they’re in another world”

One of the things I love about Disneyland, once I walk under the train tracks and into Town Square I completely forget about the outside world!



April 8, 2025

Disney Trivia Tuesday


Welcome to Disney Trivia Tuesday! We will post a random trivia question about something Disney-related every Tuesday morning and will come back on Tuesday evening and share the answer. 

Question

What Disneyland attraction is inspired by the Disney film Third Man on the Mountain?

Do you know the answer? Share it in the comments below. 

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April 7, 2025

Film and Movie Trailers: 'TRON: Ares'

This past Saturday, Disney released the first trailer and poster for TRON: Ares, the highly anticipated third installment in the TRON franchise. TRON: Ares is the follow-up to Disney's 1982 science fiction film TRON and the 2010 sequel TRON: Legacy.

TRON: Ares follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real on a dangerous mission, the first encounter between humankind and A.I. beings. The film is directed by Joachim Ronning and stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, and Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson and Jeff Bridges. 

The film is directed by Joachim Rønning and stars Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Hasan Minhaj, Jodie Turner-Smith, Arturo Castro, and Cameron Monaghan, with Gillian Anderson and Jeff Bridges. Produced by Sean Bailey, Jeffrey Silver, Justin Springer, Jared Leto, Emma Ludbrook, and Steven Lisberger with Russell Allen serving as executive producer. 

Check out the trailer!

Disney's TRON: Ares is set to be released in theaters on October 10, 2025.

Are you a fan of the TRON franchise? Are you excited for TRON: Ares? Share your thoughts in comments below. 

Stars of ‘A Goofy Movie’ Reunite in ‘On the Road Again: A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary’

Thirty years after its theatrical release, the beloved voice talents of Disney Legend Bill Farmer (Goofy) and Jason Marsden (Max Goofy) from the 1995 Disney classic, A Goofy Movie, come together in an all-new video to celebrate and reminisce about their experiences making the movie. A Goofy Movie was released 30 years ago today, on April 7, 1995. In On the Road Again: A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary, Farmer and Marsden hit the road in a reimagined AMC Pacer based on the car featured in the film and interview each other about their memories from the films creation. 

A Goofy Movie featured Goofy and his teenage son, Max. The story follows Maw, who's eager to impress his crush, Roxanne, and fit in with his peers, while Goofy plans a father-son road trip to bond before Max heads off to college. Their conflicting goals lead to a series of comedic misadventures, including a detour to a possum-themed amusement park and an unexpected stop at a big concert featuring the pop star Powerline. The movie blends slapstick humor with heartfelt moments, exploring themes of family, independence, and understanding. It's a standalone sequel to the Goof Troop TV series and has since gained a cult following for its catchy soundtrack, including songs like "Stand Out" and I2I."



Are you a fan of A Goofy Movie? What did you think of 
On the Road Again: A Goofy Movie 30th Anniversary Share your thoughts in the comments below.

April 2, 2025

In Memoriam: Val Kilmer (1959-2025)

Val Kilmer, born in Los Angeles, California on December 31, 1959, a Juilliard-trained actor and star of films such as “Top Gun,” “The Doors,” “Tombstone” snd “Batman Forever,” died on April 1, 2025. He was 65. The cause of death was pneumonia according to his daughter Mercedes Kilmer.

He made his film debut starring in the spy spoof "Top Secret!" (1984) before appearing in the comedy "Real Genius" (1985). He rocketed to stardom as Tom Cruise's co-star in the smash 1986 hit "Top Gun" (1986), playing naval aviator Tom "Iceman" Kazansky, and decades later appeared alongside Cruise again in the 2022 sequel "Top Gun: Maverick."

Kilmer starred in director Ron Howard's fantasy "Willow" (1988) and married his British co-star Joanne Whalley, with whom he had two children before divorcing.
One of his most challenging roles came in director Oliver Stone's "The Doors" (1991) in which he played Jim Morrison, the charismatic and ultimately doomed lead singer of the influential rock band The Doors. Kilmer's own singing voice is used in the film.

"The Doors" ushered in the highest-profile years of his career. In the 1993 Western "Tombstone," he played Old West gunfighter Doc Holliday. He had two commercial successes in 1995, co-starring with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro in the crime drama "Heat" and succeeding Michael Keaton as the Caped Crusader in "Batman Forever," the third installment in the Batman series.

His Disney credits include the aforementioned Hollywood Pictures “Tombstone” (1993) where he played Doc Holliday, Paul Pryzwarra in the Touchstone Pictures “Déjà Vu” (2006), FBI Agent Jake Harris in the Miramax Films “Mindhunters” (2004) and he voiced Bravo in the Walt Disney Studios/Disneytoon Studios “Planes” (2013).

April 1, 2025

Episode 171 - Our Disney Snow White Review


Welcome to Episode 171 of the Talking Disney Podcast.

In this episode, we talk about the upcoming "Avengers: Doomsday" release announcement, David Blaine's "Do Not Attempt is on Disney+," Season of the Force has arrived at Disneyland Park, some new shows coming to the Disneyland Resort (some returning), plus much more. Finally, we share our thoughts on the new live-action Disney Snow White that was released on March 21, 2025.

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Film and Movie Trailers: Disneynature “Sea Lions of the Galapagos”

“Sea Lions of the Galapagos” premieres Tuesday, April 22, on Disney+. In the latest Disneynature feature film, narrated by Brendan Fraser, take a journey with Leo, a handsome sea lion pup who’s learning how to navigate life alongside his mother, Luna. Leo must leave his mother’s colony to find his own own home, a monumental quest fraught with challenges and new encounters with an array of creatures, from marine iguanas and racer snakes to yellowfin tuna and giant Galapagos sharks. 


Are you a fan of the Disneynature films? Are you excited for “Sea Lions of the Galapagos?” Share your thoughts in the comments below.

“Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast” at Tomorrowland Terrace


“Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast” returns to the Tomorrowland Terrace in Tomorrowland at Disneyland Park for a limited time beginning on May 23, 2025. “Stitch’s Interplanetary Beach Party Blast” is a high-energy, interactive dance where guests can join Stitch, the mischievous alien from Lilo & Stitch, as he hosts a cosmic beach-themed bash featuring tropical tunes, fun dance moves, and surprise appearances by Disney characters like Goofy, Pluto, Chip ‘n Dale, and Clarabelle Cow, all decked out in galactic beach attire.

The event ties into the release of the live-action “Lilo & Stitch” film on the same day, May 23, 2025, adding some extra excitement!

Pixar Pals Playtime Party Returns to Fantasyland Theatre

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Pixar Pals Playtime Party is returning to the Fantasyland Theatre in Fantasyland at Disneyland park for a limited time beginning May 25, 2025. The Pixar Pals Playtime Party is a lively, interactive experience designed to bring Pixar’s beloved characters and stories to life through a mix of entertainment and activities. Guests can enjoy a high-energy stage show featuring their favorite Pixar characters, often with dance-along moments and playful interactions. Beyond the show, the event offers photo opportunities with themed backdrops from films like “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Up,” and “Cars,” plus interactive games and crafts for all ages. A big screen also plays a selection of iconic Pixar shorts throughout the day, adding a relaxing option amidst the fun.

The shows first debuted as part of Pixar Fest 2024, running from April 26 to August 4, and is set to return for as part of Disneyland Resort’s 70th anniversary celebration.

Are you excited for “Disney Jr. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Live!?” Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Meet Rex from “Toy Story” at Pixar Pier

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This year Pixar Animation Studios is celebrating the 30th anniversary of the film “Toy Story.” In honor of this anniversary, Rex will make his debut in Disney California Adventure for a limited time beginning on June 1, 2025. Pixar Animation Studios film “Toy Story,” released on November 22, 1995 , was the start of a storied franchise that includes “Toy Story 2” (1999), “Toy Story 3” (2010), “Toy Story 4” (2019) and and the soon to be released “Toy Story 5” (2026). As well as several spin-offs, short films, animated series and television specials. Rex is a recurring character in most of the Toy Story franchise releases. He is a naive, neurotic, plastic Tyrannosaurus rex with a lot of anxiety and an inferiority complex. One of his biggest fears in the beginning is that Andy will get another, more intimidating dinosaur. 

You will find Rex at the Pixar Promenade at Pixar Pier in Disney California Adventure. Are you excited to meet Rex? Share your thoughts in the comments below.