Last Updated on July 21, 2025
Round-up of the latest Disney news that’s making waves across parks, screens, and around the globe.
Box Office & Streaming Buzz: Lilo & Stitch Live‑Action
- $1 Billion Box Office Milestone
Disney’s Lilo & Stitch live-action did the impossible—it’s the first Hollywood movie of 2025 to cross the $1 billion mark worldwide, with $416M domestically and $584M internationally. - Digital Release Is Here
Starting July 22, 2025, the remake is available digitally (Amazon, iTunes, etc.), with physical formats (4K/Blu-ray/DVD) set for August 26. Disney+ streaming is expected by late August. - Sequel Underway
Riding on the film’s roar, Disney has confirmed that a direct sequel is already in development.
Parks & Global Expansion
- New Nighttime Parade: Disney Starlight
Magic Kingdom lit up with its first nighttime parade since 2016. Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away soft‑opened on July 18 and officially kicked off on July 20, 2025. - Fresh Look at Test Track 3.0
Epcot’s fan-favourite attraction reopens July 22, 2025, with new music, story elements, and GM sponsorship after a year of refurbishment. - Tiana’s Travelling Joy
Princess Tiana is taking her magic on the road. The “Tiana’s Joyful Celebration Travelling Exhibition” will debut in March 2026, starting at Indianapolis’ Children’s Museum—featuring interactive fun, from cooking gumbo to Mardi Gras dancing. - Massive UAE Park Deal
Disney and Miral have teamed up to build a Disneyland on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi—Disney provides creative design while Miral foots the bill and handles operations.
Screen & Streaming Highlights
- Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+
A refreshed Mickey Mouse Clubhouse with a new theme song and characters — Mickey Mouse Clubhouse+ debuted July 21 with ten episodes released the next day.
Legal Move: Mickey’s IP Defence
Disney has filed a trademark infringement lawsuit against Hong Kong’s Red Earth Group over its “Mickey 1928 Collection” jewelry, alleging misleading use of Steamboat Willie imagery, despite public domain claims.
Why This Matters
| Insight | Impact |
|---|---|
| Box office success | Lilo & Stitch proves Disney’s remake strategy still commands audiences. |
| Park experiences revitalizing | Starlight Parade and revamped Test Track inject fresh enchantment into parks. |
| Global expansion strategy | The Abu Dhabi resort signals Disney’s license‑based growth model—no investment, all royalties. |
| IP vigilance | The lawsuit highlights Disney’s tight control over character image and brand value. |
What You Should Know
- Plan your Disney+ watch calendar—Lilo & Stitch drops digitally on July 22 and physically on August 26.
- If you’re heading to Orlando soon, catch the Starlight parade (running nightly since July 20) and prepare for Test Track’s revamped experience.
- For global travellers, mark Disneyland Abu Dhabi as part of Disney’s next international resort phase.
- Families with younger kids will want to check out Clubhouse+ and, come 2026, don’t miss Tiana’s travelling exhibit.
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