Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[Gabby01]

That was another thing. Not for nothing, but a LOT of Star Wars fans would... *ahem* ...probably go solo. I mean, I am one, so, I know what I'm talking about. I don't know whether to or about that one.

It doesn’t have to be weird . . . it’s just an expensive experience to get a lot of people to agree on, especially when half of them only like the original trilogy.

 

[BrianL]

Okay, blue sky idea about it: Looking at where it is on a map, it's not far, but not that close either. They should construct a themed conveyance system to take HS guests over and back. This would be like a Rafiki's Planet Watch area. Once there, have a Star Wars restaurant, maybe some kind or show or activity, however the space can be configured. Make the conveyance part of the experience, or even a ride unto itself. Just a thought.

 

[BrianL]

It doesn’t have to be weird . . . it’s just an expensive experience to get a lot of people to agree on, especially when half of them only like the original trilogy.

Sorry, I'm just from that generation of unloved nerds. It's okay.

 

[OppR2nist]

Okay, blue sky idea about it: Looking at where it is on a map, it's not far, but not that close either. They should construct a themed conveyance system to take HS guests over and back. This would be like a Rafiki's Planet Watch area. Once there, have a Star Wars restuaruant, maybe some kind or show or activity, however the space can be configured. Make the conveyance part of the experience, or even a ride unto itself. Just a thought.

Or give it a seasonal flair. Sometimes, it's a Mandalorian outpost, sometimes it's the Boonta Eve races. Lean into the lore. There are tons of options.

 

[Naomeri]

Okay, blue sky idea about it: Looking at where it is on a map, it's not far, but not that close either. They should construct a themed conveyance system to take HS guests over and back. This would be like a Rafiki's Planet Watch area. Once there, have a Star Wars restaurant, maybe some kind or show or activity, however the space can be configured. Make the conveyance part of the experience, or even a ride unto itself. Just a thought.

Like the Hogwarts Express at Universal. At its most basic level, it’s just a train with Harry Potter easter eggs

 

[princesscinderella]

I’m thinking the star cruiser DVC lounge . Maybe a corporate retreat space?

 

[LoveToDisney]

Change it to StarWars restaurant with characters. They would be sold out constantly with the cool StarWars type food and atmosphere.

 

[BrianL]

Change it to StarWars restaurant with characters. They would be sold out constantly with the cool StarWars type food and atmosphere.

Yeah, I could see that. Maybe a dinner show like Hoop-Dee-Doo. Reservations wouldn't be a problem I bet.

 

[Brocktoon]

I've said it before ... Adventurer's Club style Star Wars attraction. The business model of charging a cover and focusing on the alcohol sales and character interaction with cosplay seems like a no-brainer

 

[TikiRob]

They need to break apart the storyline and sell these offerings a la carte. They could charge a pretty penny for just the overnight accommodations if people aren't required to pay a packaged price for everything. Provide transportation between GE and the hotel and sell dining experiences for $99/per person, light-saber training and other options for various pricing. Look how hard it is to book Space 220, Savi's and Oga's. Many people would take a piece of the Starcruiser, but most just can't justify the commitment to the entire thing.

Figured I bump this since it could be relevant!

 

[soniam]

Price aside, as a role playing fan I’m so glad we have a June voyage booked. I’m sad that we’re losing this unique experience…

I am so happy for you! We had an amazing time in March and so did my friends who went 2 weeks after my family. I wanted to get back, but it doesn't look like it's in the cards. You will have an amazing time!!!!

For everyone with thoughts about what to do with it, none of you have been, so these ideas are antithetical to what makes the Starcruiser special. Have fun in your Dagobah swamp pool.

 

[curse reversed]

You never know what you'll see on KS.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1659312463672664067

(Oddly enough she's on vacation in Orlando while the team she normally covers had an off day in Southern California Thursday)

 

[Brocktoon]

Well ... Iger did say they are going to start dropping select stuff from D+ / Hulu to generate $$$. Looks like it's coming much sooner than later.

Growing List Of D+ / Hulu Titles Leaving as Early as May 26

This list may get larger, and includes stuff like Willow and the Benedict Society

Big Shot [Disney+]
Turner & Hooch [Disney+]
The Mysterious Benedict Society [Disney+]
The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers [Disney+]
Willow [Disney+]
The Making Of Willow [Disney+]
Diary of a Future President [Disney+]
Just Beyond [Disney+]
The World According to Jeff Goldblum [Disney+]
Marvel’s Project Hero [Disney+]
Marvel’s MPower [Disney+]
Marvel’s Voices Rising: The Music of Wakanda Forever [Disney+]
Y: The Last Man [FX/Hulu]
Pistol [FX/Hulu]
Little Demon [FX/Hulu]
Maggie [Hulu]
Dollface [Hulu]
The Hot Zone [Nat Geo/Hulu]
The Premise [Hulu]
Love in the Time of Corona [Hulu]
Everything’s Trash [Hulu]
Best in Snow [Hulu]
Best in Dough [Hulu]
Darby and the Dead [Hulu]
The Quest [Hulu]
Rosaline [Disney+]
Cheaper by the Dozen remake [Disney+]
The One and Only Ivan [Disney+]
Stargirl [Disney+]
Artemis Fowl [Disney+]
The Princess [Disney+]
Encore! [Disney+]
A Spark Story [Disney+]
Black Beauty [Disney+]
Clouds [Disney+]
America the Beautiful [Disney+]
Better Nate Than Ever [Disney+]
Weird but True! [Disney+]
Timmy Failure [Disney+]
Be Our Chef [Disney+]
Magic Camp [Disney+]
Howard [Disney+]
Earth to Ned [Disney+]
Foodtastic [Disney+]
Stuntman [Disney+]
Disney Fairy Tale Weddings [Disney+]
Wolfgang [Disney+]
It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer [Disney+]
The Real Right Stuff [Disney+]
The Big Fib [Disney+]
Rogue Trip [Disney+]
More Than Robots [Disney+]
Shop Class [Disney+]
Pick the Litter [Disney+]
Own the Room [Disney+]
Among the Stars [Disney+]
Harmonious Live! [Disney+]
Pentatonix: Around the World for the Holidays [Disney+]

 

[Smugpugmug]

Well ... Iger did say they are going to start dropping select stuff from D+ / Hulu to generate $$$. Looks like it's coming much sooner than later.

Growing List Of D+ / Hulu Titles Leaving as Early as May 26

This list may get larger, and includes stuff like Willow and the Benedict Society

Big Shot [Disney+]
Turner & Hooch [Disney+]
The Mysterious Benedict Society [Disney+]
The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers [Disney+]
Willow [Disney+]
The Making Of Willow [Disney+]
Diary of a Future President [Disney+]
Just Beyond [Disney+]
The World According to Jeff Goldblum [Disney+]
Marvel’s Project Hero [Disney+]
Marvel’s MPower [Disney+]
Marvel’s Voices Rising: The Music of Wakanda Forever [Disney+]
Y: The Last Man [FX/Hulu]
Pistol [FX/Hulu]
Little Demon [FX/Hulu]
Maggie [Hulu]
Dollface [Hulu]
The Hot Zone [Nat Geo/Hulu]
The Premise [Hulu]
Love in the Time of Corona [Hulu]
Everything’s Trash [Hulu]
Best in Snow [Hulu]
Best in Dough [Hulu]
Darby and the Dead [Hulu]
The Quest [Hulu]
Rosaline [Disney+]
Cheaper by the Dozen remake [Disney+]
The One and Only Ivan [Disney+]
Stargirl [Disney+]
Artemis Fowl [Disney+]
The Princess [Disney+]
Encore! [Disney+]
A Spark Story [Disney+]
Black Beauty [Disney+]
Clouds [Disney+]
America the Beautiful [Disney+]
Better Nate Than Ever [Disney+]
Weird but True! [Disney+]
Timmy Failure [Disney+]
Be Our Chef [Disney+]
Magic Camp [Disney+]
Howard [Disney+]
Earth to Ned [Disney+]
Foodtastic [Disney+]
Stuntman [Disney+]
Disney Fairy Tale Weddings [Disney+]
Wolfgang [Disney+]
It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer [Disney+]
The Real Right Stuff [Disney+]
The Big Fib [Disney+]
Rogue Trip [Disney+]
More Than Robots [Disney+]
Shop Class [Disney+]
Pick the Litter [Disney+]
Own the Room [Disney+]
Among the Stars [Disney+]
Harmonious Live! [Disney+]
Pentatonix: Around the World for the Holidays [Disney+]

Removing Howard, an excellent documentary about the man who helped save the Walt Disney Company and kickstarted the Disney Renaissance when his music will be in the new Little Mermaid remake coming out next week is INSANE. If you haven't seen it, watch it right now. Also right before Pride Month too....

 

[Brocktoon]

Removing Howard, an excellent documentary about the man who helped save the Walt Disney Company and kickstarted the Disney Renaissance when his music will be in the new Little Mermaid remake coming out next week is INSANE. If you haven't seen it, watch it right now. Also right before Pride Month too....

Hopefully all of these aren't going next week. If you're going to remove stuff, a little head's up would have been nice

 

[Douglas Dubh]

My plan to save Disney+: add the Scarecrow of Romney Marsh to the lineup.

 

[BrianL]

I really don't get whay they are removing any of it? Does it really cost them money just to have it there? Do they have to pay the actors like a third of a cent every time it's streamed? Just relegate the stuff to the back catalog and let it sit.

 

[Smugpugmug]

Hopefully all of these aren't going next week. If you're going to remove stuff, a little head's up would have been nice

Especially since most, if not, everything they're removing is literally not available anywhere else to watch. Not advocating for this, but the only way to watch this content would be to do so illegally.

 

[Smugpugmug]

I really don't get whay they are removing any of it? Does it really cost them money just to have it there? Do they have to pay the actors like a third of a cent every time it's streamed? Just relegate the stuff to the back catalog and let it sit.

My (uneducated) guess is that it's for tax write-off purposes similar to when HBO Max removed a ton of content from their service and cancelled a few movies that were already finished like Batgirl and a Scooby Doo movie.

 

[Brocktoon]

Especially since most, if not, everything they're removing is literally not available anywhere else to watch. Not advocating for this, but the only way to watch this content would be to do so illegally.

Yep ... that's why I still collect physical media. I still purchase 4K Bluray of the stuff I really like. I also still buy CDs ... I rip the music so I have a digital copy, but have the physical copy if the streaming platforms decide to drop them.

Here's the problem ... Many studios are no longer even releasing physical sets of their streaming series. So if stuff like Willow gets dropped, now they're gone for good (except for illegal as you mentioned). It may end up sold to a FAST service at some point though, as that's what HBO did recently with stuff like Westworld and a few others moving to Tubi

I was still getting Blurays from Netflix until they shuttered that this year ... and Netflix made that decision only to try and force more people into digital where you have a smaller catalog they control!