Marvel Studios’ “Black Widow” Has Largest Domestic Box Office Since Beginning of Pandemic

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The numbers are in and Marvel Studio’s “Black Widow” is officially the largest domestic box office opening since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2020.

The newest superhero film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, “Black Widow” garnered a grand $215 million globally in all release formats. This includes $80 million in domestic box office, $78M in international box office, and over $60M in Disney+ Premier Access.

  • Largest domestic opening weekend since “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker”
  • Only film to earn more than $100 million domestically for an opening weekend since the beginning of the pandemic
  • Third-highest Marvel Cinematic Universe origin story opening weekend (after “Black Panther” and “Captain Marvel”)

“Once again, Marvel has delivered an exceptional film to the delight of fans worldwide with Black Widow achieving numerous milestones in the current marketplace,” said Kareem Daniel, Chairman, Disney Media, and Entertainment Distribution. “Black Widow’s strong performance this weekend affirms our flexible distribution strategy of making franchise films available in theaters for a true cinematic experience and, as COVID concerns continue globally, providing choice to consumers who prefer to watch at home on Disney+.” 

“Black Widow” is the first film in the 4th phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, following the recent launches of the Disney+ original MCU series “WandaVision”, “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier”, and “Loki.”According to Disney, Marvel fans have streamed nearly 3 billion hours of content on Disney+ to date.

Disney and Marvel also recently celebrated the June 4th opening of Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure. Until the end of July, you can meet Black Widow in her white “snow suit” at Avengers Campus.

“Black Widow” is currently in theaters. It stars Scarlett Johannson, reprising her role as Natasha Romanoff, Florence Pugh as Yelena Belova, David Harbour as The Red Guardian, and Rachel Weisz as Melina.

Watch The New Trailer For Marvel’s “What If…?; Premiers August 11th on Disney+

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If this trailer for “What If…?” is any indication, things are about to get really turned upside down for the Marvel Universe!

Enter the multiverse of unlimited possibilities. Marvel Studios’ first animated series, “What If…?”, starts streaming on August 11 with new episodes Wednesdays on Disney+.

“What If… ?” features fan-favorite characters, including Peggy Carter, T’Challa, Doctor Strange, Killmonger, Thor, and more. The new series, directed by Bryan Andrews with AC Bradley as head writer, features signature MCU action with a curious twist.

Disney Is Giving Out 50 Walt Disney World Trips for 50th Anniversary

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Walt Disney World is pulling out all the stops for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” celebrating their 50th Anniversary beginning October 1. Do you know someone who makes magic by bringing comfort, support and joy to those around them? Well, they may have a chance at winning one of 50 Walt Disney World trips Disney is handing out for their 50th Anniversary!

As shared by Disney: “It’s Time to Shine a Light on the Magic All Around Us! Magic comes in all shapes and sizes, from simple acts of kindness to grand gestures of generosity. Disney is celebrating this everyday magic and we need YOUR help. 50 Disney Magic Makers will win a trip to Walt Disney World Resort to celebrate its 50th anniversary and may also win a one-year subscription to Disney+!”

Now through Oct. 1, 2021, you can nominate any person who inspires you for the Disney Magic Makers contest by visiting disneymagicmakers.com and sharing the positive impac

t they have made. You can further share their amazing story with a public post using #DisneyMagicMakers on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or TikTok. Fifty nominees whose inspirational acts of kindness, compassion, and creativity best exemplify the values of a Disney Magic Maker will win a trip to Walt Disney World Resort to join “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” during the 50th anniversary and a one-year subscription to Disney+.

Need help with how to submit a nomination? Check out this video:

Disney+ Debuts Mid-Season “Loki” Sneak Peek

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A new mid-season sneak peek promises more twists, turns, and mischief in the final three episodes of Loki on Disney+. The sneak peek recaps the first three episodes before diving into new footage from the rest of the season.

Watch the brand-new, exciting, mid-season sneak peek at Marvel Studios’ “Loki,” streaming now exclusively on Disney+.  “Loki,” Marvel Studios’ newest original series, launched on Disney+ Wednesday, June 9, with new episodes streaming every Wednesday through the finale on July 14.

Marvel Studios’ “Loki” features the God of Mischief as he steps out of his brother’s shadow in a new series that takes place after the events of “Avengers: Endgame.” Tom Hiddleston returns as the title character, joined by Owen Wilson, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Sophia Di Martino, Wunmi Mosaku and Richard E. Grant. Kate Herron directs “Loki,” and Michael Waldron is head writer. 

New Turner & Hooch Trailer for Disney+

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The first official trailer for the Disney+ Original Series “Tuner & Hooch” has been released by Disney.  The new series is currently scheduled to join the Disney+ line-up on Wednesday, July 21st which new episodes being released weekly.

The series takes a look at how Scott Turner, sone of Detective Scott Turner, handles being partnered with a big unruly dog.  Together they might be just the partnership needed.