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Disney and Starbucks have released brand new Disney Parks tumblers. Each tumbler features a Walt Disney World or Disneyland Park and comes with two special mystery pins! They are currently available on the Disney Store.

Honestly, the mystery pins seem like a cheap way to raise the price of these to $49.99, but I digress.

Let’s take a look!

“Matching ”sticker” style graphics inspired by attractions at (insert Disney park here) decorate both the tumbler’s translucent, double-wall exterior and two companion pins, randomly selected out of eight possible designs in the series. Enjoy a Starbucks® treat while trading pins in the Disney Parks. It’s a match made of magic!”

Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Starbucks Tumbler with Mystery Pin – $49.99

“Each pack contains two randomly selected pins from eight overall designs in the Starbucks® Magic Kingdom set*

You won’t know which pins you have until you open the...

Every studio has its hits, and Disney is no exception. Despite the studio’s massive influence, it’s still prone to producing pop culture duds. Yet, many of those “flops” are important stepping stones. They help the studio learn what works and — more importantly — how to create something better. One of the studio’s most unappreciated stepping stones hit theaters in May 2000. Dinosaur’s rubbery behemoths may not have aged gracefully, but their uncanny appearances highlighted the studio’s lofty ambitions.

Fans should think twice before judging the visuals of Dinosaur too harshly, as the world’s first feature-length CGI film, Toy Story, debuted just five years earlier. Though the former film’s visuals have undoubtedly aged, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. The “outdated” effects of Dinosaur are a CGI time capsule, and they reflect what was once considered the most advanced technological achievements in digital animation.

Disney...

When Will Finn's and John Standford's animated musical Western "Home on the Range" was released, it came with an elegiac announcement. Disney, you see, had been struggling throughout the early 2000s. The 1990s renaissance was over, and much of the studio's more recent output was either failing critically or commercially. Films like "Fantasia 2000," "The Emperor's New Groove," and "Atlantis: The Lost Empire" were only modest successes, while films like "Dinosaur" and "Brother Bear" were coming and going without much notice. The studio's clunky sci-fi epic "Treasure Planet" notoriously lost buckets of money, which didn't inspire confidence. It didn't help that DreamWorks was attracting huge animation audiences with films like "Shrek" — a notoriously anti-Disney movie.

As such, to appear competitive, Disney announced that "Home on the Range" was going to be the studio's last-ever traditionally hand-drawn feature film. After that, it was to be 100% CGI. Animation purists panicked, feeling...

On Saturday March 8 2025, Disney broadcasts Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur!

Shoot for the Moon Season 2 Episode 24 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” titled “Shoot for the Moon,” promises to be an exciting adventure for fans. In this episode, Moon Girl faces her most dangerous villain yet, pushing her abilities and courage to the limit. As the stakes rise, she must confront challenges that will test her strength and determination.

The episode centers around a crucial moment in Moon Girl’s life. She finds herself at a crossroads, having to make a decision that could change everything. This choice may not only affect her but also those she cares about. Viewers will see how she balances her superhero responsibilities with her personal life, a common theme in her journey.

With the threat of a powerful villain looming, Moon Girl must rely on her intelligence and resourcefulness.

On Saturday March 1 2025, Disney broadcasts Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur!

A Devil-ish Birthday Season 2 Episode 21 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” titled “A Devil-ish Birthday,” promises to bring excitement and fun. This episode focuses on a special day for Devil Dinosaur, as friends and family plan surprise parties just for him. The anticipation builds as everyone wants to celebrate in their own unique way.

However, things take a twist when Devil Dinosaur finds out that both parties are happening at the same time. Not wanting to miss out on any birthday love, he decides to take a bold step. In a clever move, he chooses to clone himself so he can be present at both celebrations. This decision sets the stage for a series of humorous and heartwarming moments.

As Devil Dinosaur navigates the challenges of attending two parties at once, viewers...

On Saturday February 22 2025, Disney broadcasts Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur!

To Intervention and Beyond-er Season 2 Episode 19 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” titled “To Intervention and Beyond-er,” promises to be an exciting adventure for fans. This episode will focus on the dynamic between Moon Girl and The Beyonder, a character known for his tricky and unpredictable nature. As the story unfolds, Devil Girl steps in to initiate a friendship intervention aimed at resolving the tensions between the two.

In this episode, emotional frustrations rise to the surface. Moon Girl, who is usually confident and clever, finds herself struggling with her feelings toward The Beyonder. The intervention led by Devil Girl aims to clear the air and strengthen their bond. However, things take an unexpected turn when The Beyonder’s powers start to malfunction due to the emotional turmoil.

Viewers can expect a...

Disney has revealed the programming highlights for Disney Channel, Disney Junior, and Disney Xd in March 2025. Read on to see what will be available on the channels next month.

The Disney Channels March 2025 programming slate includes new episodes of Big City Greens, Hamster & Gretel, Kiff, Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Marvel’s Spidey and his Amazing Friends, Mickey Mouse Funhouse, Primos, Pupstruction, RoboGobo, StuGo, and SuperKitties.

StuGo Disney Channels March 2025 Schedule

The daily schedule follows. You can learn more about each by clicking on the shows’ titles.

Saturday, March 1

Original Series – Episode Premiere on Disney Channel and Disney Xd

StuGo “Deep Trent/Disaster Play” (1-11)

(9:00-9:30 a.m. Est, TV-Y7)

“Deep Trent” – Asinine Assignments! Merian tries to save Dr. Lullah’s fish counter from a life of busy work.

“Disaster Play” – A Play To Save The Day! The kids put on a play to warn mutants about a disaster.

The excitement is building for the upcoming episode of “Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur,” titled “A Devil-ish Birthday.” This highly anticipated Season 2 Episode 21 is set to air on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 10:00 Am on Disney. Fans can look forward to a fun-filled adventure as Devil Dinosaur finds himself in quite a pickle on his special day.

In this episode, friends and family come together to throw surprise birthday parties for Devil Dinosaur. The twist? Both parties are happening at the same time! Devil Dinosaur, eager to soak up all the birthday love, faces a tough decision. He doesn’t want to miss out on any of the celebrations, leading him to a wild idea. To ensure he can be in two places at once, he decides to clone himself. This clever solution might just create more chaos than expected.

Viewers can expect plenty of laughs and heartwarming moments...

Quick LinksWhat Was Jim Henson's The Natural History Project?Why Did The Natural History Project Go Extinct?Did The Natural History Project Evolve Into a Beloved '90s Sitcom?

One of the best dinosaur movies of all time secretly destroyed Jim Henson's prehistoric passion project before it ever had the chance to be realized. Whether it's Jurassic Park, Godzilla, or The Land Before Time, dinosaur movies have always been some of the most ambitious undertakings in cinema. As a man who chased his dreams, pushed boundaries, and challenged his audiences, Jim Henson's career is filled with projects that once sought to elevate storytelling to new heights, and when dealing with creatures as massive and bizarre as the Tyrannosaurus rex, Brontosaurus, and Stegosaurus, one must aim high just to bring them to life. The Natural History Project would have tested Henson like never before, and had it not been for unexpected circumstances,...

Quick LinksDisney's Bolt Was a Successful But Almost Forgotten Disney FilmDisney's Bolt Helped Save Walt Disney Animation in the Early 2000sDisney's Bolt Has a Similar Premise to Disney • Pixar’s Toy Story

It's possible only Disney fans remember Bolt(2008). One of the first fully computer-generated movies Disney produced without the partnership of Pixar in the early 2000s. The studio was struggling to make the transition from hand-drawn animation to CGI at the time, and Bolt gave the studio the boost it needed. Starring John Travolta and a young Miley Cyrus, the movie follows a dog who believes he has the same superpowers as his TV persona. It premiered on November 17, 2008, at Disney's El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California, and ranked third at the box office in its opening weekend.

Critically and financially, it was a hit for Disney. However, over the years, a shadow has fallen over Bolt, and it's...

The first trailer for Jurassic World Rebirth is finally here, and already fans are dissecting it with the same fervor and intelligence as the franchise's vicious Velociraptors, eagerly searching for clues about which dinosaurs have been revealed. It's undeniable that Jurassic World Rebirth is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated films of 2025, with excitement surrounding the return of the series at an all-time high. From fans replaying the trailer frame by frame to armchair paleontologists passionately debating each creature's identity and their role in the story, this list has been compiled to serve as a convenient guide as everyone prepares themselves for the next chapter in the Jurassic World saga.

Although rebranded and softly rebooted in 2015 as Jurassic World, the franchise has continued to captivate audiences and remains a beloved cornerstone of pop culture for the past three decades. Originally expected to conclude with 2022's Jurassic World Dominion,...

Disney has announced the closing date for one of the last opening-day attractions at Animal Kingdom, so here’s when you can see it for the last time!

Since opening in 1998, the Animal Kingdom, like any Disney park, has changed a lot. We’ve seen scores of additions like the Asia and Pandora expansions, new rides, and a big shift being planned, transforming Dinoland USA into an Encanto/Indiana Jones land.

Now, Disney has confirmed the final dates for one of the last Opening Day Dak attractions. Per Wdw’s own site, March 17 will be the final day to catch It’s Tough to Be a Bug at the park.

One of the last Opening Day attractions, It’s Tough to Be a Bug actually predates the Pixar hit A Bug’s Life by six months. The Imagineers always wanted some sort of show for the Tree of Life at Wdw,...

Quick Links What Was Aliens in the Family? Why Aliens in the Family Never Lived Up to Dinosaurs Why Shows Like Aliens in the Family are Worth Revisiting

Jim Henson’s Dinosaurs may have been a groundbreaking '90s sitcom, but what came next was downright bizarre. The 1990s were a golden age for sitcoms, delivering unforgettable hits like Seinfeld, Friends, and Family Guy. At the same time, it was an era of experimentation, where studios aimed to push creative boundaries or build on past successes, sometimes with mixed results. One of the strangest attempts to recapture lightning in a bottle came from the Jim Henson Company. Their odd follow-up to Dinosaurs couldn’t have been more forgettable unless it included a visit from the Men in Black. Yet, as strange as it was, this short-lived sitcom offers a fascinating look at the evolving climate of '90s television and...

DinoLand has been on its last legs with its initial crumbling starting in 2014, but now guests are finally seeing what really killed the dinos. As Disney races to extinction to bring in Indiana Jones and the Madrigals to take over, the company seems to be taking its time with one primary fixture.

When most people think of the Disney Parks, they tend to think of attractions with cute cartoons and the call to adventure, not gigantic animatronic monsters. While Disney isn't afraid to go dark on occasion, few were quite as in-your-face as this time-traveling terror.

Dinosaur takes last stand

Disney announced that guests would have their last chance to ride the surprisingly scary dark ride last December, but it also feels like it will be the last to go. As Disney shuts down Dino Land in stages, the parks seem to making efforts to keep Dinosaur alive longer.

Per Disney,...

To honour Black History Month, Marvel Comics will continue its tradition of highlighting Black characters and uplifting Black voices with another special Marvel's Voices comic one-shot. This time around, it will revolve around one of the most groundbreaking superheroes in pop culture: Storm.

Arriving right in time for the X-Man's 50th anniversary, Storm: Lifedream will celebrate the character's impact with a thrilling saga that revisits her most iconic eras.

Today, you can check out all four covers, including breathtaking new pieces by Karen S. Darboe, Olivier Coipel, and the artist of her current solo series, Lucas Werneck, along with never-before-seen interior artwork.

Here's the official description for the comic:

Storm: Lifedream kicks off when intergalactic historians attempt to update their records on Earth’s Mightiest Mutant—Ororo Munroe! As they dive into Storm’s rich history, they’ll find a woman too powerful to contain – and risk unleashing a side...

Animal Kingdom is undergoing a major transformation as Dinoland U.S.A. is set to become Tropical Americas. A cornerstone of Animal Kingdom since the park's opening in 1998, the Dinosaur attraction will eventually be replaced by a new Indiana Jones-themed attraction.

The dark ride Emv is one of Animal Kingdom's more thrilling rides as it takes you on a turbulent journey through the late Cretaceous period to save an Iguanodon from extinction and bring it back to the Dino Institute.

The 2000 animated feature film that it's named after isn't as popular as more recent Disney movies that have released and, simply put, Dinoland U.S.A. felt like a cheap carnival. So it came as no surprise when Disney announced plans to retheme it into a Tropical Americas that will house an Indiana Jones experience as well as the first-ever Encanto-themed ride-through attraction.

There's a ton of excitement surrounding the...

Thanksgiving is traditionally a holiday that people celebrate with their families, over a heavy turkey dinner. But, for the people in America, the holiday season kicks off with the iconic— Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. With its massive balloons, vibrant floats, and captivating performances, the parade leaves the audience enchanted each year.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade | Credit: Image by John Prato licensed under Cc-By-sa 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

However, not every year has been smooth sailing and there have been quite a few mishaps that resulted in everything from a plane crash to Barney the Dinosaur being stabbed to ‘death.’

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and Its Awful Fiascos Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade | Credit: Image by Anthony Quintano licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

For years, Thanksgiving for many Americans, has been watching the colorful and wonderful Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Now more of a tradition than a spectacle,...

The Wild Robot has passed a major domestic milestone on its way up the all-time chart. The new DreamWorks animated movie is based on the children's book of the same name and follows Roz (Lupita Nyong'o), a robot who becomes stranded on a desert island and slowly reprograms herself as she forges a maternal bond with orphaned gosling Brightbill (Kit Connor). The Wild Robot release opened with a middling $35.8 million against its $78 million budget, but slowly and steadily rose to become one of the biggest animated hits of the year and of all time.

Per Deadline, as of Saturday morning, The Wild Robot is projected to close out its seventh weekend in theaters with a 3-day domestic box office total of $6 million. This will push its cumulative domestic total to $130.2 million. In addition to becoming the 13th movie of the year to pass the $130 million milestone, it has climbed up...

Marvel has been in the business of moviemaking for a very long time, but in the last number of years, it has expanded its net to the small screen too. Thanks to the Disney Plus streaming service, there have been a number of shows set within the Marvel Cinematic Universe entertaining us over the past three years and there are more to come.

From the Emmy-Award-winning WandaVision to its recent spinoff Agatha All Along, there has been plenty of MCU fun on television to enjoy. That also includes the likes of Loki, Moon Knight, Hawkeye, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law and even animated series What If...?.

But this isn't the first time that Marvel Comics characters have headlined TV shows, as there have been multiple live-action shows over the years, as well as countless animated offerings, too. The animated shows in particular stretch back decades.

Unfortunately, one of the many ongoing...

Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur has reportedly become the latest Marvel project to be canceled. Marvel Studios is not renowned for officially canceling their TV shows, with many of them instead gaining the limited series tag to avoid any kind of reputation for abandoning projects after a single season. However, it has been suggested that their Disney Channel animated series will not be advancing beyond its second season.

The news comes courtesy of X/Twitter user @owlphibia, who suggested that Disney Television Animation will not be following up the two highly-praised seasons of Moongirl and Devil Dinosaur with a third. While this kind of news usually has an equal chance of being just speculation, the reveal was given weight by storyboard artist Gabi Rode, who shared a comment that seemed to confirm the news. Commenting on the platform, Rode said:

"What sucks is that a bunch of us at...

Andrew Cumming’s Stone Age thriller Out Of Darkness leads the film nominations for the 2024 Bafta Scotland Awards, nominated in three categories including best feature film.

The film, which follows a gang of early humans who suspect a malevolent being is hunting them down, also received nominations for actor film for Kit Young, and actress film for Safia Oakley-Green.

Scroll down for the full list of nominees

Out Of Darkness premiered at the BFI London Film Festival in 2022, before a UK-Ireland release in February this year by Signature Entertainment under the title The Origin.

Cumming, writer Ruth Greenberg and Oakley-Green...

Currently hosting production of the “Avatar” film series, New Zealand’s capital Wellington is making a renewed pitch as one of the best-equipped games, VFX and animation producing hubs in the world. It has unveiled a new showreel “Make It Here” ahead of a succession of location, production and festival-type events.

Previously named ‘Unesco City of Film,’ Wellington is home to well-known companies including Weta Workshop, Weta FX and Park Road Post-Production and boasts a leading film school in Victoria University of Wellington’s Miramar Creative Centre. The city has hosted iconic film productions including James Cameron’s “Avatar” and its still in-production sequels, Peter Jackson’s “Lord of the Rings” and, more recently, Taika Waititi’s “Time Bandits,” Jemaine Clement and Paul Yates’ “Wellington Paranormal” and “After the Party.”

The city is now aiming to expand use of its games and software businesses. “Many people are unaware of the...

Players will be able to make dinosaurs extinct once again with developer TeamKill Media’s dinosaur-themed Fps Son and Bone. And you’ll be able to do it tomorrow! Yes, Son and Bone will launch on September 4 for the PlayStation 5 and PC via the Epic Games Store.

The story for Son and Bone involves a local farm in Patchwork, Montana being attacked by a group of notorious bandits. Sheriff Sam Judge sets out to bring them to justice by any means necessary and save the hostage they have taken. But as luck would have it, during his mission, Sam finds himself transported to another world overrun with dinosaurs, and now must fight for his life to make it back to earth.

Taking a little bit of the old school genre fare and mixing it with the new, Son and Bone features an intense display of fast movement, double jumping and dashing,...

Fans may have been feeling they’ve had enough dinosaur movies over the past few years, but that’s simply because Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World trilogy has been rehashing the same plot, eventually veering away from the essence that made the original 1993 Jurassic Park a timeless classic.

Credits: Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard in Jurassic World / Universal Pictures

With the news of an upcoming installment called Jurassic World Rebirth, many fans are hoping it will finally go back to its roots and cut back on unnecessary storylines. This is a movie about dinosaurs, after all, so it better be a film revolving around the subject creatures.

Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World Trilogy Failed To Recreate The Horrors Of Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park

Steven Spielberg blessed fans with the first-ever Jurassic Park movie in 1993 which brought so much thrill and terror to its viewers. What if we live...

Omni-Man is not the deadliest character in Invincible, as Dinosaurus surpasses his body count by thousands. Dinosaurus, a lesser-known character, is the most brutal villain in Invincible history, killing over 586,000 people. Dinosaurus' mission is to disrupt civilization in an effort to help humanity, planting bombs in major areas.

Contrary to popular belief, Omni-Man is not the most dangerous character in Invincible. Since the franchise's rise in popularity, audiences have had the impression that Omni-Man is the most formidable character in the Invincible universe, having contributed to some of the most violent, brutal moments in the comics and onscreen. However, some readers would be shocked to know that Omni-Man doesn't even have the highest body count in the series.

Even more shocking, it's Dinosaurus who eclipses Omni-Man's body count, officially making him the most brutal character in Invincible history. For those who have only been watching the television series, the name...

Indiana Jones has a new adventure on the horizon.

As part of D23 in Anaheim, Disney announced that a new Indiana Jones attraction would be coming to Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the animal-themed park that exists as part of Disney’s sprawling Walt Disney World complex outside of Orlando, Florida. The attraction will replace Dinosaur and be the anchor attraction for a Tropical Americas section of the park. Recent Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan, who starred as Short Round in “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,” was on hand to make the announcement.

“This is going to be a completely new story,” D’Amaro said. Construction will begin this fall. “The work will begin in phases, making sure you will be able to experience Dinosaur one more time. Indiana Jones will be one of two signature attractions we are planning.”

Walt Disney Imagineering head Bruce Vaughn said, “It takes...

Chris Sanders' and Dean De Blois' 2002 animated film "Lilo & Stitch" was released by Disney and was part of what might be considered a "low" period in the studio's history. Disney had a series of bangers in the 1990s, a period often referred to as the Disney Renaissance. That period came to an end in 2000 with the release of "Dinosaur," however, a technology experiment featuring life-like dinosaurs realized in CGI. That was followed by multiple expensive bombs, one right after the other, and almost all the films (from "Fantasia 2000" in 2000 through to "Bolt" in 2008) were costly misfires.

Only two from the period stand out. Mark Dindal's slapstick comedy "The Emperor's New Groove" and "Lilo & Stitch." The latter is deeply beloved by the children who saw it in 2002, and appreciate both its warmth and its weirdo edge.

"Lilo & Stitch" is a riff on "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial," wherein a young child,...

Quick Links What is Atlantis: The Lost Empire About? Atlantis: Milo's Return Was First a TV Series Atlantis: Milo's Return Has Merit Atlantis: The Lost Empire was an experimental Disney film with action-packed scenes and complex characters. A canceled sequel series became Atlantis: Milo's Return when the original did not earn as much as expected. Despite its flaws, Milo's Return is a must-see for loyal fans of Atlantis, showcasing the unique characters of the film.

The era between the Disney Renaissance of the '90s (full of new hit musicals and Disney princesses) and the Disney Revival of the 2010s (with 3D animated princess films) was full of experimental and unconventional Disney movies. Films like The Emperor's New Groove, Treasure Planet, and Atlantis: The Lost Empire were not musicals, and often featured heavier action sequences and more offbeat comedy than other major Disney movies. Disney executives initially expected Atlantis: The Lost Empire...

Hajime Isayama’s Attack on Titan has left a long-lasting impression on the anime community. It will forever be treated as one of the greatest anime ever. Eren Jaeger sacrificed his life and 80% of the human population to save his friends. The out-of-the-box thinking is what made Attack on Titan such a popular anime. On top of that, several plot twists kept the fans on the edge of their seats.

Instead of using superpowers, he opted for a story where humanity was on the brink of extinction and where giant human-eating titans inhabited most of Paradise Island. Fans would be shocked to know he was inspired by the multiple Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park.

Titans Were Inspired From Jurassic Park’s Dinosaurs

Dinosaur from Jurassic Park (Credit: Universal Pictures)

Hajime Isayama is known to be a massive fanatic of Western movies. His characters, designs, names, backgrounds, etc., often resemble Hollywood movies.

Quick Links How Prehistoric Beast Evolved Into Disney's Dinosaur What Happened to Phil Tippett's Dinosaur? Is Dinosaur's Legacy Doomed to Extinction? Disney's Dinosaur began life as a very different film. Utilizing the talents of Phil Tippett a classic documentary gives audiences insights into the Disney movie he had in mind. Now more than ever Dinosaur's legacy is being called into question as the franchise faces extinction.

While dinosaurs may have taken over 65 million years to make their Hollywood debut, an underrated Disney movie took 16 years to come to life. Disney's classics about the animal kingdom, whether Bambi, The Lion King, or The Fox and the Hound, these movies remain among their best, showcasing innovation in animation and storytelling. However, one of Disney's most ambitious titles doesn't get the recognition it deserves or its entire story told. Disney's Dinosaur started life as a very different movie, beginning a journey as...

The early 2000s saw a shift from hand-drawn to computer-generated animation, challenging Disney's reign in the genre. While some iconic animated movies emerged, many others were either forgotten or never discovered by audiences. From forgotten gems like "Dinosaur" and "Treasure Planet" to flops like "Sinbad," the decade had a mix of hits and misses.

Early 2000s animated movies created an exciting decade for the genre. It saw the traditional hand-drawn animation style being mostly replaced by computer-generated animation. It was also a period in which Disney's reign as the best in the genre was challenged by other studios. While several iconic animated movies arrived that decade from Pixar and DreamWorks, there are also even more movies audiences either forgot about or never knew about in the first place, some better than others.

Looking back on the animated movies of the 2000s, there are a number that have cemented their status...

Dinosaur is a charming sitcom that explores important themes through humor and heart. Created by Ashley Storrie and Matilda Curtis, it tells the story of two sisters in Glasgow, Nina and Evie, who find their close bond challenged by unexpected change. Nina works as a paleontologist at the local museum, where her passion and quirky personality often clash with social expectations. She also happens to be autistic. When carefree Evie announces her sudden engagement after a brief romance, stable routines are upended for both sisters.

Nina and Evie are played brilliantly by real-life friends Storrie, who shares Nina’s neurodivergence, and Kat Ronney. These actors capture the sisters’ deep affection as well as their contrasting personalities. Through their relationship, Dinosaur examines what it means to be authentic while supporting loved ones. It also normalizes neurodiversity in a way that feels real rather than preachy. Viewers come to understand Nina not...

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Ampas) has invited 487 artists and executives to become members, with Sandra Huller, Justin Triet, Celine Song and Da’Vine Joy Randolph among the high profile invitees.

Also invited to join are actors Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Fiona Shaw, directors Alice Diop, David Yates and S S Rajamouli, and writers Arthur Harari and Tony McNamara.

Executives invited to join that branch of the Academy include British Film Institute CEO Ben Roberts and Fifth Season co-CEOs Chris Rice and Graham Taylor.

Among those invited to join the costume designers branch are Holly Waddington and Małgorzata Karpiuk.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Ampas) has invited 487 artists and executives to become members, with Sandra Huller, Justin Triet, Celine Song and Da’Vine Joy Randolph among the high profile invitees.

Also invited to join are actors Da’Vine Joy Randolph and Fiona Shaw, directors Alice Diop, David Yates and S S Rajamouli, and writers Arthur Harari and Tony McNamara.

Executives invited to join that branch of the Academy include British Film Institute CEO Ben Roberts and Fifth Season co-CEOs Chris Rice and Graham Taylor.

Among those invited to join the costume designers branch are Holly Waddington and Małgorzata Karpiuk.

Every summer, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences invites a deluge of new members to join its ranks. Since #OscarsSoWhite back in 2015, the Academy has moved away from its elitist tendencies and toward embracing younger and more diverse artists and executives from all over the world. This year’s invited class is no exception.

If the invitees all accept Academy membership, the total members will number 10,910 and voting members 9,934. And with the addition of the 2024 members, 35 percent of Academy members identify as women, 20 percent of Academy members are from underrepresented ethnic and racial communities, and 20 percent of Academy members are from countries or territories outside the U.S.

As usual, a slew of Oscar nominees and winners are gaining admittance to the club (71 Oscar nominees and 19 winners), including actors Lily Gladstone (“Killers of the Flower Moon”), Sandra Hüller, and Da’Vine Joy Randolph (“The Holdovers”), costume designer Holly Waddington...

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences said Tuesday that it is extending invitations to 487 to join the membership ranks of the Oscar organizer. If all accept, it will bring the Academy’s total membership to 10,910, of which 9,934 would be voting members.

This year’s list across 19 branches include 2024 Oscar winners Da’Vine Joy Randolph from The Holdovers; Poor Things costume designer Holly Waddington and production design team James Price, Shona Heath and Zsuzsa Mihalek; 20 Days in Mariupol director Mstyslav Chernov, War Is Over! producer Brad Booker; The Zone of Interest sound duo Tarn Willers and Johnnie Burn; the Godzilla Minus One VFX team Tatsuji Nojima, Kiyoko Shibuya, Masaki Takahashi and Takashi Yamazaki; American Fiction writer-director Cord Jefferson; and Anatomy of a Fall writing duo Justine Triet and Arthur Harari.

Jefferson and Triet are among eight names on the list who were invited to more than one branch (noted...

Godzilla is a creature all his own, but he's often classified as a dinosaur; one dinosaur species, the Gojirasaurus, was even named in 1997 as a tribute to the King of the Monsters. It should go without saying, though, that Godzilla doesn't resemble any real fossils that paleontologists have found.

Godzilla was created in 1954, debuting in his first movie that year (directed by Ishirō Honda). There had been prior dinosaur movies, such as "The Lost World" and "King Kong" where the animals were brought to life with stop-motion, so audiences recognized the notion and imagery of a dinosaur. Still, scientific knowledge of these prehistoric beasts was more limited back then. "Godzilla" covers its bases by suggesting the creature was mutated via atomic radiation, but its star still looks little like any real dinosaur.

What makes one giant lizard-looking beast different from another? For starters, not even the largest of (discovered) dinosaurs even approach Godzilla's 300+ foot height.

Welcome to the 254th episode of TV’s Top 5, The Hollywood Reporter’s TV podcast.

Every week, hosts Lesley Goldberg (West Coast TV editor) and Daniel Fienberg (chief TV critic) break down the latest TV news with context from the business and critical sides, welcome showrunners, executives and other guests, and provide a critical guide of what to watch (or skip, as the case may be).

Here’s how this week’s (abbreviated) podcast plays out:

1. Headlines

Grey’s Anatomy, Will Trent, Death and Other Details, and Avatar: The Last Airbender lead the week’s industry headlines.

2. March Madness

Caitlin Clark is helping drive viewership for March Madness as Iowa’s run bested a record previously held by USC and Cheryl Miller.

3. Mailbag

In this segment, we respond to listener questions about topics including review embargoes — why did Netflix hold reviews for Ripley until the day of launch? — and the final season of Letterkenny,...

TV shows that focus on neurodivergence feel few and far between despite the sincere and crucial representation they offer our modern world. So, when one finally arrives on our screens, especially one that has already showcased its honesty and entertainment, it is certainly a reason to rejoice. Filmed in Glasgow, the BBC production Dinosaur is set to head to our screens very soon following a successful pilot in the form of a TV short back in 2021. After that triumph, Dinosaur was commissioned for a full first season, with the team behind Fleabag, Two Brothers Pictures, officially at the helm, promising an expertly crafted production.

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What can you say about a month of entertainment that opens with a TV series about a charming sociopath and closes with a movie about tennis players in love? It’s tempting to say there’s something for everyone to watch but, more accurately, April offers a lot of choices for those with specific tastes. From the theater to streaming services like Prime Video and Max, the best...

April is shaping up to be a huge month at Hulu! Catch the premiere of the Hulu Original series “Under the Bridge,” starring recent Oscar nominee Lily Gladstone (“Killers of the Flower Moon”), Riley Keough, and Vritika Gupta and based on the book of the same name by Rebecca Godfrey chronicling the 1997 murder of Reena Virk. The streamer will also host the premieres of multiple major FX projects, including the second half of Ryan Murphy’s latest “American Horror Story” installment, “American Horror Story: Delicate,” starring Emma Roberts, Kim Kardashian, Cara Delevingne, and more. The end of April will also bring the premiere of the new limited international spy series “The Veil,” starring Elisabeth Moss and Yumna Marwan

Whether you’re looking for a new “Real Housewives” spinoff or a best-selling manga adaptation, check out everything coming to Hulu this month, including The Streamable’s top picks available throughout April!

Women’s History Month may be over, but that doesn’t mean that women aren’t leading many of Hulu’s top picks for April. The month begins with the premiere of Vanderpump Villa, a Hulu Original reality series that follows Lisa Vanderpump and the hand-selected staff members employed at her lavish French estate, Chateau Rosabelle. This next chapter in the Vanderpump saga is sure to be full of drama, decadence, and debauchery as the staff caters to Vanderpump, her wealthy guests, and their own desires.

Hulu Original Under the Bridge, based on the 1997 true-crime novel of the same name, also premieres this month. This limited series follows the investigation of Reena Virk’s disappearance –the fourteen-year-old left to meet some friends and never returned home. Starring Riley Keough and Academy Award nominee Lily Gladstone, Under the Bridge has all the makings of a true-crime hit. Rounding out this month,...

"People we love won't ever understand how hard it can be to do these things. But we do them anyway." Hulu has unveiled an official trailer and poster for the upcoming British comedy series titled Dinosaur, set for streaming starting in April. This is made by BBC Scotland and is set in Glasgow as a comedy series for the UK, yet Hulu is getting first dibs on unveiling it before it's launched in the UK. Co-created by Matilda Curtis and Ashley Storrie. "Everything is about to change - their sisterhood is about to evolve." Nina, a 30-something woman with autism, has her entire world shaken up when her sister Evie, also her best friend, hastily decides to get engaged, threatening to upend the dynamics of their close relationship. The comedy series stars Ashley Storrie as Nina and Kat Ronney as Evie, and it also features David Carlyle, Lorn Macdonald, Danny Ashok,...

The BBC’s financial deficit is projected to reach nearly £500M next year as the corporation delivers what it has described as a “transformational budget.”

Unveiling its Annual Plan this afternoon, which sets priorities for the coming year, the BBC forecast a deficit of £492M ($620M) for 2024/25, a sharp rise of 40% from this year.

Explaining the hefty jump, the BBC said its plan to grow BBC Studios “drives higher income” and “requires significant investment in 24/25, contributing to the group operating deficit,” while pointing out that this year will also include big expenditure on sporting events such as the summer Olympics and European football championships.

“Our financial plan includes a transformative approach to savings to enable delivery of our strategic ambitions,” it went on. “This will require a number of difficult decisions over the course of the year including one-off transformational costs. Ultimately savings will help to deliver reinvestment in our...

The BBC will look to further cost cuts, growth initiatives and transformation to help it fund its operations and public duties amid financial and sector challenges and return it to a financial surplus after a deficit that will balloon in the new fiscal year, the U.K. public broadcaster said in its annual plan and annual report Thursday.

Led by Director General Tim Davie, the broadcaster in its annual report outlined priorities for the new fiscal year 2024/2025 starting in April. “Our financial plan includes a transformative approach to savings to enable delivery of our strategic ambitions,” it said. “This will require a number of difficult decisions over the course of the year, including one-off transformational costs. Ultimately savings will help to deliver reinvestment in our audience offering and set the BBC up to succeed as audience consumption patterns change.”

For the fiscal year, the license fee for U.K. taxpayers...

“Doctor Who” Debuts New Trailer

Allons-y, Whovians! As promised, Disney+ wrapped up last week with the first official trailer for the upcoming new season of “Doctor Who,” starring Ncuti Gatwa as the recently regenerated Fifteenth Doctor.

In wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey fashion, the long-running sci-fi series will start back at Series 1 for its new era, which will see the Fifteenth Doctor and companion Ruby Sunday (played by Millie Gibson) travel across time and space, from Regency-era England to war-torn future worlds.

Watch the trailer for “Doctor Who” below:

The new season, will for the first time, be streamed on both iPlayer and BBC in the United Kingdom and on Disney+ in the United States and internationally with the first two episodes will premiere on Friday, May 10, in the U.S. following a replay of the Christmas special “The Church on Ruby Road” special at 7 p.m. Et before the season premiere.

In addition to Gatwa and Gibson,...

The audience is in for a heartwarming, hilarious coming-of-age story in Hulu’s upcoming comedy Dinosaur. The series casts Ashley Storrie in the leading role as Nina, an adorable autistic paleontologist with three degrees, whose life takes an uncomfortable turn when her sister makes a decision she can't wrap her head around. The first trailer has been released for the comedy-drama that sets the happy-go-lucky tone of the series and promises an emotional plot that has our interest piqued.

If you’re in the market for a coming-of-age story about sisterhood, Hulu has you covered this spring with the arrival of Dinosaur, a new comedy from the producers of Fleabag and The Tourist. Set to arrive Friday, April 5, Dinosaur follows the story of Nina (series co-creator Ashley Storrie), an autistic woman in her thirties who adores living with her sister (and best friend) Evie (Kat Ronney). But her perfect world is turned upside down when Evie rushes into an engagement after only six weeks and invites Nina to be her maid of honor. (Credit: Courtesy of Hulu) To say Nina is dismayed would be an understatement as seen in the exclusive sneak peek trailer, above. Forced to reconcile her sister’s impulsive decision, Nina grapples with the reality of her circumstances. And Nina’s relationship with Evie isn’t the only thing that’s changing as she explores new...

Get a peek at variant covers for Essentials, a new sci-fi graphic novel with a top-notch creative team. Seven different artists will illustrate different realities in Essentials, offering a unique storytelling experience. Essentials explores a world of fabricated realities where humanity is at stake, promising a mind-bending journey.

Screen Rant is excited to exclusively share variant covers for The Lab Press' debut graphic novel, Essentials. These covers come from artists who have done stunning work on other comic series. From Transformers to Preacher, these creative team additions are bringing their best to this new comic endeavor.

Essentials has the creative team of Luke Arnold, Chris "Doc" Wyatt, DaNi, Glenn Fabry, Jason Howard, Vince Locke, Brendan McCarthy, Andrew Mutti, M.K. Perker, Bill Sienkiewicz, Jordie Bellaire, Brad Simpson, Wesley Wong, and DC Hopkins.

The design and logo for the book were created by Emma Price, who worked on Barnstormers. Luke Arnold is...

If you haven’t taken the leap to bundle Disney+ and Hulu, it might be time. Streaming is only getting more expensive and competitive, and the enticing bundle (which also includes ESPN) might be a version of cable TV, but it’s also just cost efficient. Disney+ and Hulu are so intertwined that their monthly listing updates come in the same email — and as such, we decided to compile them here for you in the same list.

Whether you have Disney+ or Hulu, or both (and the IndieWire staff has weighed on our favorites), each has its benefits. Disney has the family-friendly titles, the Star Wars and Marvel (new episodes of “The Bad Batch” and “X-Men: 97” continue through April), while Hulu is the place to catch FX originals and network episodes. Both streamers have the rights to distribute National Geographic titles, which are well worth exploring along with the rest of the library.