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The Latest Marvel Trailers, Sneak Peak at Avatar: Fire and Ash, and Much More | D23 Brazil – A Disney Experience

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D23 Brazil – A Disney Experience on Sunday wrapped up its historic three-day run at the Transamerica Expo Center in Sao Paulo. The country’s largest-ever event for Disney fans too place November 8 through 10 and featured spectacular programming, immersive offerings that brought fans closer to beloved stories from all the worlds of Disney, a variety of panels and presentations by local and international talent, live performances; and a Disney Store developed in collaboration with Mercado Livre.

Renato D’Angelo, General Manager of The Walt Disney Company Brazil, opened the convention Friday morning by cutting the ribbon alongside the beloved Brazilian Disney character, Zé Carioca.

Disney Live Action and More

Also on Friday, fans showed their support and excitement at Arena D23 by Bradesco/Visa for a series of announcements by Disney Live Action, Pixar, and Walt Disney Animation Studios—revealing new details, exclusive previews, and trailers.

Hosted by Otaviano Costa and Carol Moreira, the event welcomed studio leaders, including Jared Bush, Walt Disney Animation Studios’ chief creative officer, and Jonas Rivera, executive vice president of film production at Pixar, plus Mufasa: The Lion King director Barry Jenkins. But it was the enthusiastic São Paulo crowd that really turned up the volume of the celebration for The Walt Disney Studios’ upcoming theatrical releases and streaming titles.

D23 Brazil fans were delighted with the announcement that Ice Age 6 is officially in production. Manny, Diego, Ellie, Sid, Scrat, and Baby Scrat are heading back to the big screen in an epic animated adventure. A short video to celebrate the announcement was also released featuring returning cast members Ray Romano, Queen Latifah, and John Leguizamo, who will also be joined by Denis Leary and Simon Pegg in the new film. More details and cast announcements will be revealed at a future date.

Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King director Jenkins greeted excited fans, offering details about the all-new story that explores the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands. D23 Brazil guests were the first to see a new trailer for the film, which opens in theaters across the United States on December 20.

Rachel Zegler, star of Disney’s Snow White—a live-action reimagining of the classic tale—gave a magical shout-out via video to the D23 Brazil attendees, who were treated to an exclusive new trailer. Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy will join the fairest of them all in theaters on March 21, 2025.

Stitch, a fuzzy blue alien with dog-like ears and features, stands in a child’s bedroom on top of the bed. He is wearing a yellow lei and staring confusedly at the camera.

The crowd also caught a glimpse of the fan-favorite fugitive alien from Disney’s much-anticipated feature Lilo & Stitch. The live-action reimagining of the animated classic about the lonely Hawaiian girl and her new, out-of-this-world alien friend who helps mend her broken family opens in theaters on May 23, 2025.

TRON: Ares, which opens in theaters on October 10, 2025, didn’t disappoint when star Jared Leto appeared on the big screen via video. Additionally, fans were treated to a special look at the film, which follows a highly sophisticated Program, Ares, who is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission—marking humankind’s first encounter with A.I. beings.

Pixar Animation Studios

Jonas Rivera, Executive Vice President of Production at Pixar, thanked fans for their support of Inside Out 2—the highest-grossing animated film of all time, that currently tops the list of highest-grossing films released in 2024 (worldwide)!

Dream Productions, a new limited series from the world of Inside Out, returns to Riley’s mind, where a team of directors hope to find the next hit dream. Fans got a special look at the series, plus the very first episode in its entirety. All four episodes begin streaming on Disney+ on December 11.

Win or Lose, an all-new original series launching on Disney+ on February 19, 2025, features the intertwined stories of different characters as they each prepare for their championship softball game. The D23 Brazil audience was given a sneak peek of the winning series.

Jonas Rivera, Executive Vice President of Production at Pixar, holds a microphone as he speaks onstage at D23 Brazil.

The audience was also the first to see an exclusive new trailer in the works for Pixar’s upcoming feature film Elio, which opens in theaters June 13, 2025. Fans learned more about Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination who gets beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization that mistakes him for Earth’s leader.

Meanwhile, the upcoming Disney and Pixar feature film Hoppers introduces Mabel, an animal lover who seizes an opportunity to use new technology to “hop” her consciousness into a life-like robotic beaver. The audience saw a special piece about the film, which opens in theaters in 2026.

Audiences first met Buzz, Woody and a toybox full of toys nearly 30 years ago—and D23 Brazil fans were invited to reminisce… But on June 19, 2026, fans will behold the next chapter when Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 hits theaters. This time around, it’s Toy meets Tech: Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the gang’s jobs get exponentially harder when they go head-to-head with this all-new threat to playtime.

The Parr family will be back on the big screen in Incredibles 3. Fans were delighted to see first-hand that their favorite Super family has another adventure in the works.

Walt Disney Animation Studios

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ Jared Bush shared his excitement about two upcoming features heading to theaters. As co-writer and executive producer of Moana 2 and writer/director of Zootopia 2, Bush had the inside scoop.

Moana 2 voyages into theaters this month, on November 27, and fans at D23 Brazil were treated to a sneak peek of the film. Stars Auli‘i Cravalho and Dwayne Johnson gave fans a “chee hoo!” via video to build excitement for the film, which picks up three years later when Moana sets out to save her people’s future. Brazilian superstar Any Gabrielly, who voices Moana in the Brazilian dub, performed the end-credits version of a new song from the film, “Beyond.”

For Zootopia 2, Bush introduced a very special video greeting from Shakira, who shared for the first time that she’d be returning to play Zootopia’s pop sensation Gazelle in the new movie. The sequel to the global phenomenon sees detectives Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde on the twisting trail of a mysterious reptile who turns the mammal metropolis upside down. Fans got a special look at the film, which hits theaters in November 2025.

Day 2 Special Guests

The excitement continued on Saturday as Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Marvel Studios treated the crowd inside Arena D23 by Bradesco/Visa to sneak peeks, trailers, and surprises spotlighting upcoming films and series.

Otaviano Costa and Carol Moreira once again served as event hosts, welcoming megastars to the stage, including Rami Malek (The Amateur); Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio (Daredevil: Born Again); David Harbour (Thunderbolts*); and Anthony Mackie and Danny Ramirez (Captain America: Brave New World). Also on hand were director and Disney Legend James Cameron (Avatar: Fire and Ash), who appeared live from New Zealand, and Marvel Studios executives Kevin Feige, Producer and President, and Brad Winderbaum, Head of Streaming, Television, and Animation. Together, they revved up the São Paulo crowd and celebrated the upcoming slate from The Walt Disney Studios.

Star Wars

Star Jude Law greeted fans in a pre-recorded message before introducing a special look at Skeleton Crew, a brand-new Star Wars series launching Tuesday, December 3, with the first two episodes on Disney+.

The logo for the Disney+ series Andor, featuring sans serif white text against a black background.

Representing Season 2 of the critically acclaimed, Emmy® Award-nominated series Andor, droid B2 EMO rolled on stage to meet the D23 Brazil fans, who went wild. The Disney+ launch date for the acclaimed, thrilling series—April 22, 2025—was revealed, and the crowd got a special look at the series’ second and final season. The 12 episodes of Season 2 carry the story of Cassian Andor and the emerging rebel alliance over the climactic four years that lead to the discovery of the Death Star and the events of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (2016).

In a pre-recorded video, director and Disney Legend Jon Favreau and producer Dave Filoni introduced the audience to a special sneak peek of Lucasfilm’s The Mandalorian and Grogu, the upcoming Star Wars feature film that will open in theaters on May 22, 2026. Starring Pedro Pascal and Sigourney Weaver, directed by Favreau and produced by Kathleen Kennedy, Favreau, Filoni, and Ian Bryce, this exciting new adventure in the Mandalorian and Grogu’s journey is currently in production.

Otaviano Costa, left, Rami Malek, center, and Carol Moreira, right, speak onstage during Day 2 of the D23 Brazil – A Disney Experience at Transamerica Expo Center on November 9, 2024, in São Paulo, Brazil. Behind them is a huge video display depicting white letters against a green and black background, but the words can’t be made out.

20th Century Studios

Star and producer Rami Malek hit the stage to share details about the feature film The Amateur and share a special look with fans. The action-packed espionage-thriller opens in theaters April 11, 2025. The crowd was the first to see a new trailer for the film that introduces Charlie Heller (Malek), a brilliant but deeply introverted decoder for the CIA whose life is turned upside down when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack. When his supervisors refuse to take action, he takes matters into his own hands—embarking on a dangerous trek across the globe to track down those responsible.

James Cameron joined fans live from New Zealand to discuss Avatar: Fire and Ash, and shared five new pieces of early concept art from the upcoming film. Avatar: Fire and Ash takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure with Marine turned Na’vi leader Jake Sully (Sam Worthington), Na’vi warrior Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña), and the Sully family. The movie opens exclusively in theaters December 19, 2025.

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D23 Brazil: All The Best From Disney Experiences

For the first time ever, Disney is doing something only Disney can do and bringing the biggest fan celebration ever to Brazil. Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro took the stage to share what’s on the horizon for Disney Cruise Line, Walt Disney World, and Epic Games.

In case you missed it, here are some fun moments from the show:

Brazilian Celebrity Larissa Manoela Opens the Show!

In what was truly a celebration of Disney, actress and singer Larissa Manoela kicked off the show bringing Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse out for the crowd.

A Special Performance in Celebration of Moana

While diving into what guests can expect aboard the Disney Treasure — setting sail soon! — the crowd was treated to a special Moana performance in Portuguese.

Welcome “Disney Starlight”!

And speaking of Moana, when the brand-new nighttime parade, “Disney Starlight” arrives at Magic Kingdom next year, it will include a stunning float featuring the iconic heroine! The Brazilian fans were blown away from this first look at a new rendering of the float.

Rendering of Moana float for Disney Starlight parade

Yo ho, me hearties! 

Raise a glass and a hearty shout at this spirited tavern that will extend the Pirates of the Caribbean story. Take a peek at another new space guests will find inside, and there are going to be some special surprises that Pirates fans will love.

Rendering of Pirates of the Caribbean-themed tavern coming to Magic Kingdom

Excitement for Epic Games Collaboration

We are heading toward exciting new territory — imagine a place where your favorite Disney characters and worlds converge into one connected universe, and you can watch, play and even create your own Disney stories. Check out this video shared exclusively with the audience in Brazil.

 

Disney on Broadway: Theater Magic with Michael James Scott | D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024

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Step into a world of wonder and enchantment with Disney on Broadway: Theater Magic from Expo Hall of the 2024 D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event! This presentation, hosted by Aladdin on Broadway’s Genie, Michael James Scott, with Illusionist Skyler Fox, pulls back the curtain on how Disney’s iconic magic is brought to life on the Broadway stage.

 

Mufasa Stars Reveal Final Trailer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom

The King has returned! To celebrate the upcoming release of Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, stars from the new film, Kelvin Harrison Jr. (Taka) and Tiffany Boone (Nala), revealed a first look at the final trailer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. The cast shared their excitement for audiences to see the film during an in-park interview with Good Morning America.

Disney’s “Mufasa: The Lion King,” stars from the new film, Kelvin Harrison Jr. (Taka) and Tiffany Boone (Nala), at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Take a look at the final trailer for Disney’s Mufasa: The Lion King, which debuted at D23 Brazil – A Disney Experience today!

Exploring the unlikely rise of the beloved king of the Pride Lands, Mufasa: The Lion King enlists Rafiki to relay the legend of Mufasa to young lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala, with Timon and Pumbaa lending their signature schtick. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion an expansive journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny—their bonds will be tested as they work together to evade a threatening and deadly foe.

Stay tuned for more ways Disney Parks are celebrating the film’s release and be sure to see Mufasa: The Lion King coming only to theaters on December 20.

Pixar Putt Walkthrough | D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024

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Step into the playful world of Pixar at D23’s Ultimate Disney Fan Event! In this complete walkthrough of the Pixar Put, experience mini-golf with iconic characters and scenes from Toy Story, Finding Nemo, Monsters, Inc., and more. From vibrant visuals to interactive holes, it’s Pixar magic in every swing!

Push Mystery Figurines Hit Shelves at Hong Kong Disneyland

There’s a new, hot item at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort! And no, it’s not the latest ear headband or a snazzy new hoodie, trash is the talk of the town this season — litter-ally.

When the all-new, exclusive Push Mystery Figurine set hit the shelves in Hong Kong, there was no time to waste as guests began collecting and trading their finds. Available in stores around Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, each box contains one randomly selected figurine that looks just like the iconic, themed trash cans around the park.

World of Frozen, Toy Story Land, Tomorrowland, “it’s a small world,” Main Street U.S.A and last, but certainly not least, the famous PUSH the Talking Trash Can in Fantasyland are among the six you might pull from a box.

The creators of the trash cans pose with their miniature creations

With so many potential styles to choose from, the masterminds behind the collection, Amy and Rachel, shared that they walked the park several times, comparing each and every one before landing on the coveted final six.

The top priority was to choose something colorful, allowing the themes to be distinguished from one another and catch the eye of potential collectors. From the start, PUSH, the talking trash can who roams around Fantasyland engaging with guests, was a must to include and actually inspired the entire collection to begin with!

“At the time, we wanted to create something unique to the park, and I immediately thought of making a mini-PUSH because of its popularity,” shared Amy. “We landed in this direction and decided to make a mini trash can mystery set of six.”

And who knew that six miniature figures would create such a phenomenon at the resort! Not only are guests snatching up this exclusive item, they’re even coming to the park in their very own trash-tastic looks.

Amy and Rachel have been taken aback by the popularity of their creation. In fact, it’s become a special moment in their careers.

“This toy trash can collection has also become a memorable part of my journey. I’m really grateful for the support from my team and my leaders,” shared Rachel. “Everyone contributed their ideas to make it a hit. Seeing a product I helped plan—from the concept and production to its market launch—become so well-loved by everyone brings me great satisfaction.”

We can’t wait to get our hands on these mini figures the next time we’re at Hong Kong Disneyland!

2020 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration | Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade | Tituss Burgess | Julianne Hough | Becky G

The 2020 Disney Parks Christmas celebration, named the “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration,” replaced the traditional parade format due to pandemic-related changes. Hosted by Tituss Burgess and Julianne Hough, the event was filled with musical performances and holiday cheer, don’t expect an actual Parade this year.

The lineup included Tituss Burgess and Julianne Hough performing “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” Becky G with “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” and “Feliz Navidad,” and Jon Batiste with songs from Soul and holiday classics. Additional performers included the Florida A&M University Gospel Choir with “Joy to the World,” Tori Kelly, Maddie & Tae, Trevor Jackson, and Keedron Bryant. Keegan-Michael Key also brought humor to the celebration, and TikTok star Alex Ojeda shared social media moments from the parks.

2020 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade aka Magical Christmas Celebration - Host Julianne Hough
2020 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade aka Magical Christmas Celebration – Host Julianne Hough

In addition to music, the special offered sneak peeks at upcoming Disney attractions and projects like Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT, WandaVision, and Pixar’s Soul

Comedian Kevin Nealon plays the role of KEVIN WINTERBEAN, also known as The Christmas Day Guy. His job is to answer any questions relating to Christmas Day. Throughout the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade, we will check in with the Christmas Day Guy.

Musical performances for the 2020 “Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade” include:

  • Tituss Burgess and Julianne Hough – “It’s The Most Wonderful Time of the Year”
  • Becky G – “Santa Clause is Coming to Town” and “Feliz Navidad”
  • Florida A&M University Gospel Choir – “Joy to the World”
  • Jon Batiste – “It’s All Right” from SOUL and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”
  • Keedron Bryant with the Florida A&M University Gospel Choir – “Someday at Christmas”
  • Maddie & Tae – “Holly Jolly Christmas” and “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)”
  • Tituss Burgess – “This Christmas”
  • Tori Kelly with the Florida A&M University Gospel Choir – “Let It Snow”
  • Trevor Jackson – “The Christmas Song”

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Character Voices, Inside the Studio | D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event 2024

Step behind the microphone and experience the magic of Disney Character Voices like never before! In this special breakout session at the 2024 D23 Ultimate Disney Fan Event, join Disney Character Voice Creative Director Ben Hoppe as he takes us inside the studio for live recording sessions with your favorite Disney characters, including Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, and more! Discover the artistry, humor, and heart that go into bringing these beloved characters to life. It’s a rare and exciting peek behind the scenes at how the magic is made—don’t miss it!

Experience Groovin’ Alps Live at EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion 2024 | Bavarian Folk Music & Disney Magic

Today, we are headed to EPCOT’s Germany gazebo for the beats of Groovin’ Alps! 🎶 The group returned for the 2024 season to bring the sounds of the mountains to EPCOT, featuring lively Bavarian folk tunes played on unique instruments. Groovin’ Alps performed at the Germany pavilion on select days from April 12 to July 16, 2024.

If you missed it, don’t worry—I have you covered! This performance is from the summer of 2024. Thanks for watching, and hit that subscribe button for more Disney magic! ✨

Experience Groovin' Alps Live at EPCOT's Germany Pavilion 2024 | Bavarian Folk Music & Disney Magic
Experience Groovin’ Alps Live at EPCOT’s Germany Pavilion 2024 | Bavarian Folk Music & Disney Magic

The Disney Ultimate Toy Drive Launches Today!

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It’s that time of year again! I am thrilled to celebrate the 2024 Disney Ultimate Toy Drive launch, supporting the US Marine Toys for Tots Program—a tradition that began with Walt Disney himself. In 1947, Walt and his talented animators created the iconic train logo for Toys for Tots, a symbol that continues to represent the spirit of giving today.
Toys for Tots sign
For over 77 years, Disney has partnered with Toys for Tots to help spread holiday cheer and deliver happiness to children in need nationwide. Thanks to the dedication of Toys for Tots Marines and countless volunteers, an incredible 677 million toys have reached over 301 million children, lighting up their holiday season one gift at a time.

This year, Disney fans have a unique opportunity to join this heartwarming tradition and help make a difference. By supporting the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive, you can be part of a legacy that began with Walt Disney’s generosity and continues to bring joy to children and families each holiday season.

This year, it’s easier than ever to give the gift of happiness:

  1. Online: Donate a toy from the comfort of your home! Just visit DisneyStore.com/ToyDrive now through December 24, 2024.
  2. In-Person: Drop off a new, unwrapped toy at a U.S. Disney Store location, the Downtown Disney District at Disneyland Resort, or in select locations at Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort, until December 13, 2024. Toy collections will also take place at Cotino, the first Storyliving by Disney community in Rancho Mirage, California. Visitors to the Cotino Sales Studio can take part by dropping off a new, unwrapped toy during regular business hours.

Walt Disney with Toys for Tots boxAs Walt once said, “My business is making people, especially children, happy.” For over 100 years, Disney has believed in the power of happiness to uplift and inspire—and the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive is one way we can help bring joy to children in need.

What makes this drive even more special this year? Later this holiday season, Mickey Mouse will embark on a never-before-done journey to help deliver some of these toys and create moments of happiness for kids in need. Stay tuned for more!

Are you ready to be a part of the holiday magic? Visit Disney.com/toydrive for more information on how you can help. Together, let’s make this season unforgettable for kids and families in need!

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