Disney’s Jungle Cruise trailer is all snake faces and Dwayne Johnson jokes
The latest trailer for Disney's ride-to-movie adaptation Jungle Cruise is packed with scary snakes, swinging vines, and Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt cracking jokes.
Final Black Widow trailer digs up Natasha Romanoff’s past
Black Widow, the first film in Phase 4 of Marvel's Cinematic Universe, is due out May 1. Here's the final trailer for the film starring Scarlett Johansson.
Digital Trends Live: Bob Iger steps down, LG’s dual-screen phone, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we discuss the trending stories in tech, including Bob Iger stepping down at Disney, LG’s dual-screen phone, and more.
Bob Iger steps down as Disney CEO, and a new Bob stepped up
Bob Iger will step from his position as CEO of Disney immediately, the company announced Tuesday. He'll be replaced by Disney Parks chair Bob Chapek
European customers can save 10 euros on Disney+ if they pre-order now
Disney+ will be expanding to the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, and Spain on March 31, 2020, and Disney is offering €10/£10 off a yearly subscription.
Disney+ app finally shows up on all Vizio SmartCast TVs
After a three-month delay, owners of Vizio SmartCast TVs can now access Disney+ without the use of a secondary device, thanks to an automatic software update.
Falcon and Winter Soldier series might introduce original Black Captain America
The latest casting news for The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Disney+ series is rumored to involve the introduction of Marvel's original Black Captain America.
Say hello to Star Wars’ Bad Batch in this sneak peek at The Clone Wars season 7
A clip from the season 7 premiere of Star Wars: The Clone Wars introduces a squad of clone troopers nicknamed The Bad Batch. The season will debut February 21 on Disney+.
Emilio Estevez set to triple deke again on The Mighty Ducks series for Disney+
Coach Gordon Bombay is back! Emilio Estevez will reprise his iconic role from The Mighty Ducks movies for the upcoming sequel series that will premiere on streaming service Disney+ later this year. He joins Lauren Graham and Brady Noon in the show's announced cast.
Rick Moranis warms up the shrink ray for the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids reboot
Disney is all about nostalgia these days and Rick Moranis is buying in. The renowned comedian is set to reprise his role in the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids reboot.
Disney+ sets premieres for new Marvel shows and The Mandalorian season 2
Disney has revealed when its highly anticipated new Marvel show The Falcon and The Winter Soldier, as well as WandaVision, will premiere on streaming service Disney+. The company also revealed when Star Wars series The Mandalorian (and Baby Yoda) will be back for season 2 and more adventures.
Baby Yoda’s tiny shoulders carried Disney+ to 26.5 million subscribers
Disney reported Tuesday that its streaming service Disney+ has grown to 26.5 million subscribers since launching on November 12 of last year.
Marvel shares first look at Falcon and Winter Soldier, WandaVision, and Loki
Marvel fans have been waiting for more information about upcoming Disney+ shows, and during the Super Bowl last night they got to see a trailer of all three.
Obi-Wan Kenobi series delay won’t change premiere date, says Ewan McGregor
The Obi-Wan Kenobi series produced by Disney+ and Lucasfilm appears to be experiencing some trouble, with reports claiming the scripts have been ditched and the episode count reduced. The premiere date for the series won't be affected, though, according to star Ewan McGregor.
Final season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars gets epic trailer for Disney+ premiere
The seventh and final season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars will premiere in February on the Disney+ streaming service, and the critically acclaimed animated series now has a new, epic trailer previewing what's to come for Ahsoka, Darth Maul, and the Jedi in the show's long-awaited return.
Disney drops Fox name from 20th Century Fox, Fox Searchlight
In a move many saw as inevitable, Disney has officially dropped the Fox name from film studios 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight. Some insiders believe the name change is aimed at distancing the Disney brand from Fox News, which is owned by Rupert Murdoch's News Corp.
Another app? With Peacock, NBC tries to roll back the clock to cable
NBC finally unveiled Peacock, its new streaming service, during an investor event Thursday, including details on the content, availability, and pricing. I already hate it and have no plans to subscribe to either the free or paid options. Here's why it's a step backward for streaming.
Fox’s New Mutants escapes purgatory with trailer teasing a dark take on X-Men
After five years, Fox/Disney's The New Mutants appears to be finally poised for release. The new trailer, released January 6, teases a darker, scarier project than any prior X-Men film. It stars Maisie Williams, among others, and is currently slated for release on April 2, 2020.
Episodic or bingeable? The Mandalorian and The Witcher prove both can be great
Netflix series The Witcher and Disney+ series The Mandalorian are both big hits for their respective streaming services, despite taking dramatically different approaches to releasing new episodes. Here's why there's more than enough room for both binge-watching and weekly releases in streaming land.
The Mandalorian: Everything we know about the Disney+ Star Wars series
The Mandalorian, Jon Favreau's live-action Star Wars series on the Disney+ streaming service, is one of the most expensive television shows ever made. Here's everything we know about the show, which launched on Disney+ in November and follows a mysterious bounty hunter on the outer rim of the galaxy.
Tesla owners will soon be able to watch Disney+ on their car’s touchscreen
Company co-founder and CEO Elon Musk announced on Twitter that the feature is coming soon, though he didn't give more specific details. Owners of compatible Tesla models willing to pay a monthly fee will be able to access Disney+ while parked, and those who regularly stop at charging stations will love the feature.
The Mandalorian: Easter eggs and episode 8’s secrets explained
The latest episode of The Mandalorian on Disney+ concludes the first season of Star Wars saga spinoff, and offers plenty of callbacks and surprises for fans of the beloved franchise. Here are some of the highlights from episode 8 and some details about how they connect to the greater Star Wars universe.
The Mandalorian: Easter eggs and episode 7’s secrets explained
The latest episode of The Mandalorian on Disney+ takes the Star Wars saga to some exciting places and offers plenty of callbacks and surprises for fans of the beloved franchise. Here are some of the highlights from episode 7 and some details about how they connect to the greater Star Wars universe.
Most Disney+ subscribers watch classic Disney movies more than anything else
A new survey reveals what people are watching the most on Disney+, and it looks like subscribers are choosing Disney classics like Marry Poppins and 101 Dalmatians over newer or original content like The Mandalorian. The poll also revealed that subscribers most frequently turn to Pixar movies on the streaming service.
Disney+ is the best gift you can give this Christmas — here’s how and why
Looking for a meaningful gift for a close friend or loved one this holiday season? Consider the Disney+ or even the Disney+ Bundle. Sure, it isn't the conventional present out there, but it is a gift that keeps on giving, providing the recipient with endless entertainment through Disney+, ESPN+ and Hulu.
The Mandalorian: Easter eggs and episode 6’s secrets explained
The latest episode of The Mandalorian on Disney+ takes the Star Wars saga to some exciting places and offers plenty of callbacks and surprises for fans of the beloved franchise. Here are some of the highlights from episode 6 and some details about how they connect to the greater Star Wars universe.
Giving the gift of Disney+ this Christmas couldn’t be easier
To make giving the gift of Disney+ this Christmas as convenient as possible, Disney has come up with the Disney+ Subscription Card. Just hand over $70 for year’s access, set the date you want the membership to start, and input the recipient’s email address, then Disney will reach out to them to get it set up. Killer.
Disney+ has huge first month in downloads, tops all Google searches for 2019
App-tracking company Apptopia reports that the Disney+ app has already been downloaded onto mobile devices 22 million times. Since the streaming service launched on November 12, it has averaged about 9.5 million daily users, making it the top app in Apple and Google app stores.
The best Disney+ tips and tricks
Disney Plus is one of the fastest-growing streaming platforms of all time and, with new and original content from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and more, it's easy to see why. Here are some tips and tricks on how to get the most out of your Disney Plus subscription.
How The Mandalorian could unravel The Rise of Skywalker’s biggest mysteries
We still don't know what Werner Herzog's villainous ex-Imperial has planned for The Mandalorian's breakout star, Baby Yoda, but we have a pretty good guess. It could be the key to unraveling Emperor Palpatine's return and Star Wars: Episode IX — The Rise of Skywalker's other secrets.
HBO Go and HBO Now vs. Disney+: Which one should you get?
Disney’s new streaming service, Disney+, has a lot to offer, but how does it stack up against WarnerMedia’s HBO Go and HBO Now services? It all depends on whether you’re shopping for kids or for adults -- at least until HBO Max, WarnerMedia’s upcoming streaming service, comes along next spring.
The Mandalorian: Easter eggs and episode 4’s secrets explained
The latest episode of The Mandalorian on Disney+ takes the Star Wars saga to some exciting new places and offers plenty of callbacks and surprises for fans of the beloved franchise. Here are some of the highlights from episode 4 and some details about how they connect to the greater Star Wars universe.
Is Disney+ skimping on its HDR video quality? Some experts say yes
Disney+ has received its fair share of criticisms since launching, from service outages to a lack of basic features like Continue Watching, but now we're hearing of a more serious charge: The company's HDR video quality may not be true HDR, suffering from low-brightness. Is there any truth to these concerns?
Digital Trends Live: Alexa gets emotional, VR for cows, holiday gift guide
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, hosts Greg Nibler and Ryan Waniata discuss the biggest trending stories in tech, including Alexa becoming emotional, “Go” champion retires, Disney+ adds a feature, virtual reality for cows, a 3D-printed autonomous vehicle, and more.