Animation

“LEGO Star Wars: The Resistance Rises” animated shorts begin on Disney XD

On Monday, Feb. 15, at 8pm ET/PT, Disney XD premieres an all-new series of animated shorts called LEGO Star Wars: The Resistance Rises, which includes characters from Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The first episode, “Poe to the Rescue,” takes place before the First Order’s attack on Jakku and includes more stories involving Kylo Ren, Han Solo, Finn, Rey, BB-8, Maz Kanata and more. In “Poe to the Rescue,” Resistance pilot Poe Dameron attempts to rescue Admiral Ackbar, who is being held captive by Captain Phasma. Kylo Ren, C-3PO and BB-8 also appear. Preview: Disney XD will also premiere new animated series LEGO Star […]

Cameron Boyce
TV News & Program Updates

Cameron Boyce Shares Personal Connection To Black History Month In Moving Disney Interstitial

As part of its celebration of Black History Month, Disney will premiere a new installment of its interstitial series, “Be Inspired,” featuring actor Cameron Boyce and his personal connection to “The Clinton 12” — the twelve African-American teens who were the first to integrate a southern public school in 1956. Boyce’s grandmother, Jo Ann, was one of the dozen brave students who fought for their right to a local and integrated education. In the inspiring featurette, Disney’s “Be Inspired” cameras follow as Cameron, his sister, parents and grandmother make their first visit together to the monument, its 12 life-size sculptures […]

Pickle & Peanut
Animation

Jon Heder & Johnny Pemberton Talk “Pickle and Peanut” On Disney XD

Disney XD is taking a bold step away from the gentle and sweet territory of its usual brand into uncharted waters. Edgy waters. Waters swimming with … a pickle… and a peanut. Starting Monday, Sept 7, Disney’s slightly off-kilter sibling, Disney XD becomes home to Pickle and Peanut, an outrageously bizarre series created by Noah Z. Jones (Fish Hooks) and developed by Joel Trussell (Yo Gabba Gabba!). While chatting with actor Jon Heder and comedian Johnny Pemberton, who voice the tasty foodstuffs, the topic drifted from the Disney animated classic, The Aristocats to the super dirty comedy standard, “The Aristocrats,” […]

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Animation

Disney XD to revive “DuckTales”

People of a certain generation probably fondly remember the late ’80s-early ’90s animated Disney series DuckTales, which followed Scrooge McDuck and his curious, mischief-making grandnephews Huey, Dewey and Louie, along with Donald Duck, on worldwide adventures. It ran from 1987-90, and inspired a theatrical animated film DuckTales the Movie: Treasure of the Lost Lamp in 1990. Well, that generation will have a new version of the series to show to its own children, as Disney XD announced today that an all-new DuckTales animated series has been ordered for launch in 2017. A Disney XD release said that the new series will again feature the adventures […]

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“Guardians of the Galaxy” to be an animated series on Disney XD

Following the hugely successful Guardians of the Galaxy feature film this past summer, the popular heroes from the Marvel Comics franchise will be coming to TV in animated form, Jeph Loeb, Marvel’s head of television, announced today at New York Comic-Con. The Marvel Animation series has begun production, and will feature characters Peter Quill (Star-Lord), Rocket Raccoon, Gamora, Drax and, of course, Groot. The series is expected to premiere in 2015 on the Marvel Universe programming block on Disney XD. “The movie and franchise quickly became a worldwide phenomenon. We’re looking forward to working with the great team at Marvel […]

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Animation

Disney nets air “Aladdin” in remembrance of Robin Williams

One of Robin Williams’ most iconic big-screen performances came in the form of a voiceover in the 1992 Disney animated classic Aladdin. Williams memorably voiced the genie who befriended the titular hero, and while the genie told Aladdin that “you ain’t never had a friend like me,” there also ain’t never been a Disney sidekick quite like the genie that Williams brought to life. Even drawn to look like Williams, the genie was infused with the late actor’s voice and trademark hilariously manic energy that truly helped make that film unforgettable. To remember the actor, who died Monday, and the […]

Kickin' It
7 Questions With...

7 Questions With … Leo Howard of Kickin’ It

16- year-old star Leo Howard’s life is much like his show — kickin’. The Guinness Book of World Records certified that his directorial debut qualifies him as the youngest TV director ever. That episode of Kickin’ It, “Fight At the Museum” premieres tonight on Disney XD 8pmET/7pmCT. While talking about the episode, I asked Howard about himself and his interests and he revealed himself to be one of the most focused, energetic and overtly talented people with whom I’ve ever spoken. He must have limitless energy or his days must have 28 hours in them. Or both. 1) You’re at […]

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Kickin’ It and Directin’ It

For four seasons, actor Leo Howard has starred as Jack on the Disney XD’s comedy, Kickin’ It. Now, 16 year-old Howard stepped behind the camera to direct an episode of the hit show, called “Fight At The Museum,” which airs Monday, June 30 at 8pmET/PT. We asked Leo about his career, what he thought of directing, and his fans. How did you get started in Martial Arts? I was 4 years old when I started martial arts. They let me into the dojo at a young age and I’ve been at it ever since. It’s just a passion of mine. […]

Star Wars
Animation

Official Star Wars Rebels Trailer Released By Lucasfilm And Disney

Updated! New Star Wars Rebels Trailer Released on Star Wars Day (May The Fourth) Updated: Disney And Lucasfilm released the official one-minute trailer for Star Wars Rebels on Star Wars Day, May The Fourth.  The trailer is below.  What do you think?  Are you excited for the fall premiere of Star Wars Rebels? Original Text: On April 19 at WonderCon, Star Wars Rebels Executive Producer Dave Filoni and Vanessa Marshall (“Hera Syndulla”) debuted a short :30 clip from the first Disney/Lucasfilm endeavor featuring female fighter pilot Hera and rolling droid, Chopper. Star Wars Rebels continues the epic tradition of the […]