Pete Docter previews Pixar&#39;s future: Inside Out Disney+ series, more Monsters, Inc., and more

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Pixar’s Pete Docter Teases ‘Inside Out’ Spinoff Disney+ Series: “We Have Finished”

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DirecTV is compensating customers affected by the Disney outage. But they have to take action to get it

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Quick Glance: Disney Channels Go Dark on DirecTV Amid Dispute

ESPN and other Disney channels went off DirecTV due to an unresolved carriage agreement.

The USTA and sports fans expressed frustration during the U.S. Open and college football games.

DirecTV criticized Disney for lack of accountability and called for fair terms.

The debate over a la carte channel offerings and the shift of content to direct-to-consumer services remains a key issue.

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Manny Jacinto Says Making Star Wars: The Acolyte Season 2 Is His Life Goal - IGN: Star Wars' actor Manny Jacinto has said making Season 2 of The Acolyte is now ...

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Quick Glance: Manny Jacinto Pursues Making The Acolyte Season 2

Manny Jacinto stated that creating Season 2 of The Acolyte is now his life goal.

The series was canceled shortly after its finale due to low viewership and mixed reviews.

Actor Lee Jung-Jae expressed surprise at the cancellation, while Amanda Stenberg was not shocked.

Despite the cancellation, more Star Wars projects are in development, including Skeleton Crew and upcoming films.

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Elton John unveils new documentary and shares what he wants on his tombstone: With a new Disney+ documentary on the way, Elton John relishes honesty, family ...

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Petition to Renew 'The Acolyte' Passes Major Milestone as Fan Support Grows

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Quick Glance: Fan Support for 'The Acolyte' Grows Rapidly

The #RenewTheAcolyte campaign has gathered over 50,000 signatures in less than a week.

Fans are leveraging social media and a large letter-writing initiative to draw Disney's attention to the show's significance.

The series stands out for its unique storyline, diverse cast, and portrayal of the Dark Side.

While success in these campaigns is rare, there remains hope that sustained pressure could persuade Disney to reconsider.

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After 'The Acolyte,' Manny Jacinto Deserves To Be a Leading Man: Even though the future of The Acolyte is up in the air, Manny Jacinto's future as ...

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Quick Glance: Manny Jacinto: A Rising Leading Man

The cancellation of The Acolyte after just one season shocked both fans and the cast.

Manny Jacinto's portrayal of Qimir demonstrated his acting prowess and commitment to training, indicating he could lead action films.

Jacinto incorporated his Filipino heritage into Qimir's fighting style, showcasing his versatility and cultural pride.

The chemistry between Jacinto and Amandla Stenberg suggests he could excel as a romantic lead as well.

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Disney dispute leaves DirecTV customers without popular sports channels: More than 11 million DirecTV customers were left in the dark after Disney pulled ESPN ...

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Disneyland slashes free perks on Aspire education program for employees: The Disney Aspire educational assistance program will introduce funding caps on tuition ...

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Porto’s Bakery to begin construction in 2025 at Downtown Disney: Porto's plans will have a ripple effect on the nomadic Earl of Sandwich restaurant.

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Niles: Why Disney needs mediocre attractions, too: E-ticket rides are great, but sometimes visitors want something more relaxing or a change of pace.

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Bruce Springsteen Reveals ‘Road Diary’ Tour Documentary Heading to Streaming in October

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When is the Trump-Harris presidential debate? How to stream and why it's vital you do

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Quick Glance: Trump and Harris Present Contrasting Economic Plans

Donald Trump held a rally in Wisconsin to showcase his economic proposals.

He aims for an economic renaissance through increased tariffs, reduced regulations, and significant cuts to government spending and corporate taxes.

Kamala Harris advocates for higher corporate tax rates and tax breaks for small businesses to encourage entrepreneurship.

Both politicians frequently visit Wisconsin, a key battleground state with closely contested voter support.

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DStv woos premium, high-paying customer segment with subscription price cuts: One analyst said MultiChoice has to offer inducements to retain customers in the ...

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Disney Announces Return of Inside Out 2 Emotions for New 2025 TV Series: Here's every Pixar emotion confirmed to return to the upcoming Inside Out Disney+ ...

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Walt Disney wrote ‘Fantasia’ in this Massachusetts house now for sale. Take a look

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Apple set for music, TV streaming fight in India after Airtel deal: Apple's partnership with India's second-biggest telecoms firm will give the iPhone maker a ...

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Elton John says he’s recuperating from ‘severe’ infection that left him with ‘limited vision in one eye’

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Mom, 30, divides internet by going to Disneyworld without her children: ‘Embarrassing’

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The Disney Documents Hack May Have Been Bigger Than Anyone Imagined. Here's What Hackers Stole.

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Can I still watch NFL and college football amid Disney-DirecTV dispute? Here's what to know

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'I'll Never Forgive Disney': #SaveTheAcolyte Trends After Star Wars Series Cancelation

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Quick Glance: The Importance of A Second Season for The Acolyte

The Acolyte, an original series set in the High Republic era, presents a complex narrative that explores various perspectives, highlighting the flawed decisions of characters on both the Jedi and Sith sides. This storytelling approach distinguishes it from traditional Star Wars tales, raising fundamental questions about the Jedi Order and the personal conflicts that may lead individuals to the dark side. The decision to cancel the series after just one season is viewed by many as a significant mistake.

While the first season of The Acolyte closed some satisfying story arcs, numerous questions remain unanswered, including the identity of the mysterious villain known as the Stranger and the implications of Darth Plagueis on the characters. The potential for these stories to continue in other media, such as novels, is uncertain. The cancellation of the series leaves fans with a sense of unfinished business.

The fact that The Acolyte did not have the same level of recognition and appeal as other Star Wars projects may have contributed to its low viewership and the decision against a second season. Unlike other spin-offs, the series lacked an iconic character, making marketing more challenging. There are concerns that the choice not to continue the series may cause Lucasfilm to hesitate in taking similar creative risks in the future.

The abrupt ending of The Acolyte could not only disappoint loyal fans but also empower negative voices within the Star Wars community who criticized the series from the outset. The decision not to renew the show is seen as a retreat from an important story that deserved to be told. Despite the disappointment regarding its cancellation, what the first season accomplished remains significant and may be appreciated by more fans over time.

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Disney Pauses Adaptation of ‘The Graveyard Book’ Amid Neil Gaiman Allegations: Disney has halted the development of an adaptation of 'The Graveyard ...

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Summer box office bounced back thanks to 'Inside Out 2,' 'Deadpool & Wolverine': The summer box office secured $3.6 billion in ticket sales, a 10% drop from the ...

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Amandla Stenberg on ‘The Acolyte’ Cancellation: ‘Not a Huge Shock’ After ‘Vitriol’ From ‘Star Wars’ Fans

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Quick Glance: Amandla Stenberg Critiques Attacks on 'The Acolyte'

Amandla Stenberg spoke out about the backlash against the canceled Disney+ series 'The Acolyte', stating it was not a surprise.

She described a wave of hyper-conservative bigotry and hatred that began before the show's announcement.

Stenberg expressed sadness over the cancellation but also joy for the opportunity to be part of the 'Star Wars' franchise.

She and other cast members received support from fans while dealing with the targeted hate directed at them.

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PHOTOS: ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Season 33 cast reveal: 'Dancing with the Stars' returns for Season 33 with an all-new cast of celebrities ...

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Elon Musk's X will keep bleeding ad dollars next year: More than a quarter of marketers plan to slash spending, as trust in the social media platform's ads has ...

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Disney's New California Desert City Starts Taking Shape: Disney has begun construction for its ambitious luxury community in the middle of the Coachella Valley.

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The Memo: Summer’s over, workcations aren’t: Plus: Union utopias.

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What is Disneybounding? How adults get away with dressing up as characters at Disney World

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Disneyland closing ride that opened in 2012 to make room for expansion: The Red Car Trolley at Disney California Adventure will close in early 2025 to make room ...

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Michael Keaton Thought He Sucked In Tim Burton's Dumbo: Michael Keaton and Tim Burton have made several memorable films together, but Keaton feels he ...

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Racist 'Star Wars' Fans Help Set 'The Acolyte' Up To Fail: A very vocal group of fans complained about the Disney+ show from the start.

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Quick Glance: Racism Impacts Future of 'The Acolyte'

Amandla Stenberg expressed disappointment over the cancellation of 'The Acolyte', which faced severe criticism despite a successful premiere.

Fan reactions included racist attacks and targeted negative reviews that plagued the series from the start.

Stenberg highlighted the importance of support from fans who stood against these attacks, noting similar experiences of racism faced by other actors.

Despite the challenges, there remains hope for the show's return, as Disney and Lucasfilm continue to embrace diverse casting choices.

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Pixar's Saddest Moments Ranked: My emotions! Here are the saddest moments in Pixar's animated movies ranked by how much they destroyed us.

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Niles: Attendance numbers show challenges remain for Disneyland and other theme parks

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'Let It Go': A Couple Has Spent $400K Suing Disney After Being Banned From the Park's Exclusive 33 Club. Social Media Reactions Have Not Been ...

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‘I Don’t Care If It’s Good’: Quentin Tarantino Refuses to Watch ‘Toy Story 4’: “I don’t care if it’s good,’ said the filmmaker of the ongoing Pixar franchise.

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Kelly Ripa's Daughter Wore Her 30-Year-Old Halter Gown: During today's episode of 'Live with Kelly and Mark,' Kelly Ripa explained that her ...

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Disneyland drops a big hint about where the new Coco boat ride will go: The new 'Storytellers of Plaza de la Familia' musical show starts Aug ...

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Why Families Are Going Into Debt for Disney Vacations: Some families are spending more than they can afford on Disney vacations. They say it’s because they know ...

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Dennis Quaid doesn't think a 'Parent Trap' revival is possible without Natasha Richardson

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Snow White Remake Trailer Reaches Unfortunate YouTube Dislikes Milestone: Disney's Snow White trailer has generated an unfortunate amount of dislikes ...

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Long-awaited Ubisoft Star Wars Outlaws game hits shelves: After more than four years in the making, French video game designer Ubisoft on Friday (Aug 30) ...

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Quick Glance: Star Wars Outlaws: A New Adventure in the Universe

Star Wars Outlaws delivers an authentic experience set between Return of the Jedi and The Empire Strikes Back.

Protagonist Kay Vess navigates a world devoid of Jedi, utilizing her skills as a scoundrel to explore a vibrant, detailed environment.

The game avoids typical Ubisoft bloat, encouraging players to engage with the world through exploration and interaction with NPCs.

Its nostalgic atmosphere and light-hearted humor position Outlaws as one of the best entries in Ubisoft's open-world genre in years.

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Meet the celebrity cast of 'Dancing with the Stars' season 33: Meet the celebrity cast set to hit the ballroom on "Dancing with the Stars" season 33.

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Reliance, Disney India’s $8.5 Billion Merger Wins Antitrust Nod: India’s antitrust regulator approved the proposed merger of local media operations of Walt ...

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Legacy media is on an ad hiring tear as they try to fix the business: In an industry known for its volatility, advertising veterans say theirs is greater than ...

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Marvel marks 85 years with Thunderbolts, Daredevil, Red Hulk first looks (exclusive)

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Disney sees AI helping to personalize new ESPN app: Walt Disney's ESPN network is exploring the use of artificial intelligence to help personalize its news and ...

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The Star Wars Fandom's Biggest Problem Has Nothing To Do With Disney: The Star Wars fandom has never been more divided, but Disney's output isn't ...

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Charter and AMC ink early renewal deal, providing cable subscribers free access to AMC+

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Quentin Tarantino Has 'No Desire' to Watch the 4th or 5th 'Toy Story': Quentin Tarantino absolutely loved the first three 'Toy Story' movies ...

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Mary Poppins at 60: a dazzling Disney masterpiece that hasn’t lost its shine: Julie Andrews makes for a pitch-perfect lead in a studio-saving hit that offers a ...

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Disney’s new neighborhood is coming to the desert. Locals are dubious: Disney is getting into the real estate game with Cotino, a massive development in Rancho ...

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Nvidia Stock Loses The Value Of McDonald's, Disney, Coinbase Combined Since Q2 Earnings: AI Darling's Dec

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A Review of Lindsay Lohan’s ‘Freakier Friday’ Comeback: Lindsay Lohan has wrapped filming on the long-awaited sequel to Disney’s ‘Freaky Friday.’ That Lohan ...

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Disney fined $36,000 for Spike Osorio death on 'Wonder Man': Cal/OSHA has fined Disney a total of $36,000 after lighting technician Juan 'Spike' Osorio fell and ...

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‘Inside Out 2’ Global Box Office Roars Past ‘The Lion King’ Despite Digital Debut

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Quick Glance: Disney Withdraws Arbitration Claim in Allergy Death Case

Disney has decided to withdraw its motion to compel arbitration in a case where a man claims his wife died from an allergic reaction after a restaurant at a Disney complex failed to provide allergen-free food. The motion controversially relied on the Disney+ subscriber agreement, which includes an arbitration clause, and was criticized as inappropriate.

Josh D'Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences, stated that in light of the unique circumstances of this case, Disney is opting for a sensitive approach to expedite a resolution for the grieving family. The company intends to waive its arbitration rights and allow the case to proceed in court.

The lawsuit was filed by Jeffrey Piccolo against Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant and Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Piccolo alleges his late wife, who had severe food allergies, died after consuming a meal that was assured to be allergen-free despite multiple confirmations from the waiter.

An autopsy revealed that Kanokporn Tangsuan’s death was due to anaphylaxis caused by elevated levels of dairy and nuts in her system. The legal proceedings are taking place in a court located in Orange County, Florida.

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Disney World stampede caused by false active shooter claims, sheriff says: A fight and a “popping” sound led to a stampede at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom ...

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What if animatronic Walt were wired for Disney World, too?: A show set to debut at Disneyland next year will feature a full-size animatronic version of Walt ...

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