Disney Announces Complete Cast Replacement for ‘Frozen’

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Disney has a rich history of producing beloved films that have become timeless classics, and Frozen is no exception. Released in 2013, Frozen captured the hearts of audiences around the world with its enchanting story, memorable characters, and captivating music.

Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and his loyal reindeer Sven are all beloved characters in Frozen, who also come back for Frozen 2. Frozen fans went wild with songs such as “Let it Go,” “Love is an Open Door,” “Somethings Never Change,” “Into the Unknown,” “The Next Right Thing,” and many more. Fans still are experiencing “Frozen Fever” after 10 years after the first film came out. Frozen is about two sisters and one ends up having a frozen heart and finds out true love heals. And Frozen 2 is about these sisters working together for the next right thing.

The original cast, including Idina Menzel as Elsa, Kristen Bell as Anna, Josh Gad as Olaf, and others, have become iconic voices associated with the characters. These actors played a significant role in making the characters and the franchise so beloved by audiences. Disney has even introduced Frozen Ever After, which can experienced at EPCOT in Walt Disney World Resort, and an all-new land, titled World of Frozen, dedicated to the beloved franchise is set to open soon at Hong Kong Disneyland.

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However, it’s worth noting that the entertainment industry is subject to changes and decisions that can occur. Disney has just announced a new Frozen story, which will follow along Frozen 2, but this sequel will come in a different form.  Frozen Podcast Forces of Nature will be released in October and will include 12 episodes.

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With all this excitement about a new Frozen sequel, fans have been left wondering if the same cast will be featured. Sadly, it seems that the original cast will be replaced.

The new Frozen Podcast, better known as Forces of Nature, talks about bringing in a new cast. The new podcast gives us a glimpse of what the story will entail:

“Queen Anna has a lot on her plate – there are visitors in her Kingdom, a friend in need, and even the Duke of Weselton’s nephew skulking around. “So when the Spirits of Nature start acting up, she knows she has to solve the problem – and fast – before things get more out of control. But when Anna and Elsa travel to the Enchanted Forest, they find mysterious copper machines that are disrupting the natural order of things.”

While we are unsure who will be featured in this new podcast, Disney has already announced Frozen 3, which will include the original cast members Kristin Bell, Idina Menzel, and Josh Gad.

“HOCUS POCUS 2”: Disney+ updates cast details

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It’s been almost 30 years since Disney’s first Hocus Pocus film was released. Talk about staying power!

The film all about the Sanderson Sisters was well-received upon its release, but its popularity has only grown over the years, so much so, that Disney has opted for a take-two of the Sanderson Sisters saga, announcing last year that Hocus Pocus 2 will be streamable on the Disney+ platform later this year.

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For those Hocus Pocus fans who just can’t get enough of the Sanderson Sisters, Disney has released an updated look at the cast of Hocus Pocus 2, which will include some younger, fresher actors in addition to the actors and actresses that made the film in the first place.

Bette Midler (Winifred ‘Winnie’ Sanderson)

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The legendary Bette Midler will reprise her role as Winnie, the eldest Sanderson sister. Midler has a long-standing career as a stage actress and a screen actress. Some of her more notable projects include Beaches, The First Wives Club, 2019’s The Addams Family, and its 2021 sequel. Most recently, she appeared in Hello Dolly! in 2017.

Sarah Jessica Parker (Sarah Sanderson)

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Sarah Jessica Parker returns as the youngest of the Sanderson Sisters, Sarah. In Hocus Pocus 2, Parker is still just as beautiful, and reportedly, the boys still love her. She is currently starring in HBO Max’s And Just Like That…, which is a sequel to the very popular Sex and the City. Since the first Hocus Pocus film, Sarah Jessica Parker has starred in movies like The First Wives Club (with Bette Midler), Mars Attacks!, The Family Stone, and other films.

Kathy Najimy (Mary Sanderson)

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Actress Kathy Najimy will also return to reprise her role as Mary Sanderson, the middle Sanderson sister. Outside of her role in Hocus Pocus, Kathy Najimy is well-known for her role as Sister Mary Patrick in Sister Act, as well as for lending her voice to Peggy on King of the Hill. Some of her other acting achievements include playing roles in films like Hope Floats, Dumplin’, and Single All the Way. She also held recurring roles in TV series like Veep.

Doug Jones (William ‘Billy’ Butcherson)

Another familiar face will return to reprise his role in Hocus Pocus 2. Doug Jones will play the role of Billy Butcherson, who is Winifred’s ex-boyfriend. Winifred poisoned Billy but then brought him back to life as a zombie in the storyline of Hocus Pocus. Doug Jones is known for many roles, and he has also collaborated with famed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro more than once. Jones plays Saru in Star Trek: Discovery and also plays a recurring part in What We Do in the Shadows.

New roles and new faces for Hocus Pocus 2

Taylor Paige Henderson will star in her first-ever movie role as Young Winifred Sanderson. Juju Brener will play the role of Young Sarah Sanderson. Also joining the franchise as a younger version of one of the Sanderson Sisters is Nina Kitchen, who will play Young Mary Sanderson. This will be Kitchen’s first-ever acting credit.

Whitney Peak will play the role of Becca, one of the three high school students who will play deterrents to the Sanderson Sisters in the upcoming Hocus Pocus 2 film.

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Emmy winner Hannah Waddingham will join the cast of Disney’s Hocus Pocus 2, playing a role that has not yet been revealed by the House of Mouse. Waddingham’s acting career is a colorful one. She played a role in the fifth and sixth seasons of Game of Thrones, and she is no stranger to the stage, having appeared in both London’s West End and New York’s Broadway. She had roles in Spamalot, The Wizard of Oz, and Kiss Me, Kate. Currently, she plays the role of Rebecca Welton, ex-wife of the former owner of an English soccer team, AFC Richmond, alongside Jason Sudekis in Ted Lasso.

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Filming of the newest Hocus Pocus film finished in January of this year. Hocus Pocus 2 is set to debut on Disney+ this fall.

Production Begins on “Obi-Wan Kenobi” Star Wars Series for Disney+

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“Obi-Wan Kenobi,” the new Disney+ special event series starring Ewan McGregor as the iconic Jedi Master, will begin shooting in April. The story begins 10 years after the dramatic events of “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” where Kenobi faced his greatest defeat, the downfall and corruption of his best friend and Jedi apprentice, Anakin Skywalker turned evil Sith Lord Darth Vader. 

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“Obi-Wan Kenobi” is directed by Deborah Chow, director of two critically acclaimed episodes of “The Mandalorian,” Season 1.

The series also marks the return of Hayden Christensen in the role of Darth Vader. 

Joining the cast are Moses Ingram, Joel Edgerton, Bonnie Piesse, Kumail Nanjiani, Indira Varma, Rupert Friend, O’Shea Jackson Jr., Sung Kang, Simone Kessell and Benny Safdie. 

“Obi-Wan Kenobi” is executive-produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Michelle Rejwan, Deborah Chow, Ewan McGregor and writer Joby Harold. The casting director is Carmen Cuba.

“Obi-Wan Kenobi” will be available exclusively on Disney+.

Casting Details for Disney+ Original Pinocchio Released

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New casting details have been revealed for the upcoming Disney+ Original live-action movie “Pinocchio”.

This new film will leverage state-of-the-art CGI to bring Pinocchio to life. A living puppet, with the help of a cricket as his conscience, must prove himself worthy to become a real boy in a musical remake of the Disney animated classic.

Robert Zemeckis will be directing the film, and Tom Hanks will be starring in it as Geppetto.  Luke Evans will also be playing the role of the Coachman in the film.

According to the THR, Cynthia Erivo will be playing “The Blue Fairy” in the film, along with Benjamin Evan Ainsworth playing the title character of Pinocchio.

Joseph Gordon-Levitt will be playing the voice of Jiminy Cricket and Keegan-Michael Key as the voice of Honest John.

A new character called Sofia The Seagull will also be introduced in the film and will be played by Lorraine Bracco as the voice of Sofia the Seagull.

No release date has yet been announced on when “Pinocchio” will be coming to Disney+.  Production will begin on the film in the UK next month.