Fantastic news has been announced for fans of the popular Indiana Jones series! John Williams, the much-lauded composer, has been confirmed to return for the fifth installment of Indiana Jones and we received a casting update as well.
Williams composed the iconic original theme song, “The Raiders March.” He has worked on every score in the 40-year-old Indiana Jones franchise.
A new #IndianaJones adventure begins July 29, 2022. Phoebe Waller-Bridge joins the cast alongside Harrison Ford in the fifth installment of the iconic franchise. The inimitable John Williams will also return to score the film. pic.twitter.com/Qh8nvFiQsE
Also announced was the addition of Phoebe Waller-Bridge to the cast (Fleabag, Solo: A Star Wars Story). Waller-Bridge co-star alongside Harrison Ford, everyone’s favorite fedora-wearing, whip-slinging archaeologist.
Originally slated for 2020, the colloquial title of the upcoming film is Indiana Jones 5 and it is currently scheduled for release on July 29, 2022.
Believe it or not, Animal Kingdom’s towering coaster, Expedition Everest, has reached 15-years-old this month! Disney Cast Members took to social media to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of this ever-so-popular attraction with photos and a special keepsakes in honor of the milestone!
As shared via Walt Disney World Cast and Community Facebook page: “Yeti or not — here we come! Yesterday (April 7), Cast Members at Expedition Everest celebrated the attraction’s 15th anniversary alongside Vice President of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Sarah Riles – and of course our Disney Ambassadors! The morning was filled with legendary tales from the mythical mountain and its monstrous inhabitants as Cast received keepsakes in honor of the milestone celebration. #DisneyCastLife #ExpeditionEverest #15Years”
Located in the Asia portion of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, you simply can’t miss the towering size of Expedition Everest. Or, you could simply listen out for the screams to find your way to this one! How many times have you taken on the Yeti? Happy 15th Anniversary to Expedition Everest Cast Members!
Disney Cruise Line reached a significant construction milestone marked by the traditional keel laying ceremony of the Disney Wish, the first of three new ships in the line’s fleet expansion. Also announced today, the magic of Captain Minnie Mouse will come to life for the first time through whimsical artwork on the bow of the Disney Wish, a hallmark of Disney Cruise Line vessels.
“As we look to the future with anticipation and excitement for continuing our legacy of creating magical vacations for families across the globe, we are thrilled to reach this significant milestone in the ship building process and to unveil Captain Minnie as the beloved character on the bow of the Disney Wish,” said Thomas Mazloum, president of Disney Cruise Line.
Keel laying takes place when the first block, or section of a ship, is lowered into the building dock, and a newly minted coin is placed under the keel for good fortune. The coin created for the Disney Wish features Captain Minnie, who made her debut aboard Disney Cruise Line ships in 2019 as part of a collection of initiatives aiming to inspire the next generation of female leaders in the cruise industry.
“In maritime tradition, keel laying is the ceremonial beginning of the ship’s life,” said Philip Gennotte, portfolio project management executive, Walt Disney Imagineering Germany, who placed the coin at the ceremony.“Today marked a momentous occasion for the Disney Wish, and I could not be more proud of our Imagineers, the cast and crew at Disney Cruise Line and the team at Meyer Werft, the shipyard in Germany, who are bringing this enchanting ship to life.”
The Disney Wish is scheduled to sail its maiden voyage in summer 2022. Information on itineraries and bookings for the ship will be released at a later date.
The Disney Wish will showcase the immersive family entertainment, enchanting storytelling and unparalleled service that only Disney can deliver. The ship will be powered by liquified natural gas, or LNG, one of the cleanest-burning fuels available. At approximately 144,000 gross tons and 1,250 guest staterooms, the ship will be slightly larger than the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy.
To stop “Photo Theft” by guests, Disney has been putting watermarks on their attraction exit photos. The watermarks can be seen at the on-ride photo walls lining select attraction exits, such as seen above at Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin. These watermarks would show on guests photos when viewed in the app or online, so it may look familiar.
This also follows on the heels of MagicMobile releasing for Apple devices, and soon for Android devices. This My Disney Experience in-app feature will allow guests to receive their on-ride photos directly to their mobile devices via Bluetooth, not requiring guests to tap their MagicBands to add the photos to their account.
Walt Disney World theme park hours have been extended for almost every day at all four parks through June 19. Park hours have also been released from June 20 through June 26.
Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom was previously scheduled to be open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM from April 25 through June 19. It will now be open from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily.
It is also scheduled to be open from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM from June 13 though 19.
EPCOT
EPCOT was previously scheduled to be open from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM from April 25 through June 19. It will still be opening at 11:00 AM daily. It will close at 10:00 PM from April 25 through May 8 and at 9:00 PM from May 9 through June 19.
It is scheduled to be open from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM from June 20 through 26.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Disney’s Hollywood Studios was previously scheduled to be open from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM from April 25 through June 19. It will now be open from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
It is scheduled to be open from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM from June 20 through 26.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom was previously scheduled to be open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM from April 25 through June 19. It will now be opening at 8:00 AM daily. It will close at 8:00 PM from April 25 through May 1 and at 7:00 PM from May 2 through June 19.
It is scheduled to be open from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM from June 20 through 26.
