Construction has begun on a new entryway for the Polynesian Village Resort. Meanwhile, Disney enthusiasts are criticizing the corporation for employing artificial intelligence. Additionally, an original movie entitled “Gatto” has been announced. These stories and others make up today’s daily recap.

Friday, June 13, 2025

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Daily Recap (6/13/25)

Walt Disney World
Disneyland Resort
Shanghai Disneyland
Disney Cruise Line
The Walt Disney Company
Universal Orlando Resort
Entertainment and Media

Walt Disney World

Magic Kingdom

Crews have returned
Two newly renovated themed carts
to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad — the first large props to return to the Magic Kingdom attraction during its refurbishment.
The
water wheel at the Swiss Family Treehouse
The Magic Kingdom has resumed full operations.

EPCOT

Several sections of the
illuminated pathway of World Celebration
In EPCOT, they are now enclosed by stanchions because of a potential trip hazard.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Though Disney has not officially announced
Disney Jollywood Nights
will make their comeback at Disney’s Hollywood Studios later this year as they have released two casting notices for the festive occasion, confirming its return.
Disney has removed the
misspelled Ice Cold Hydraulics
name from a sign at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom

There’s now a
a crane standing high above Tropical America
construction site at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

Disney World Resort Hotels

The Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World operated by Disney is
acquiring a new access point for roads.
The lobby of
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort is undergoing a reimagination.
with construction walls blocking various areas as crews demolish the old and construct the new.

New Merchandise

The
Disneyland 70th anniversary Funko Pop figurine
The depiction showcasing Mickey Mouse alongside Walt Disney on the fire engine is currently accessible.
After its debut at Disney Springs earlier last month, the new
The Walt Disney World Marquee jewelry line by CRISLU
is now accessible at Magic Kingdom.
A
new embroidered canvas Loungefly bag
At Walt Disney World, you can find Mickey and Minnie balloons.
Walt Disney World has introduced something new
Soarin’ Across the Globe magnet
featuring Mickey Mouse.

Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park

Disney’s Magic Tiki Room
will reopen just in time for the Independence Day holiday weekend at Disneyland.
A
new commemorative button set
Will only be accessible to Magic Key members during Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite 2025.

Disney California Adventure

Disney fans are
calling out the company
For apparently producing fresh Oogie Boogie Bash posters with AI technology, even though they are presently involved in legal action against an AI firm.

Shanghai Disneyland

In a post made by the Disney Parks Blog, Shanghai Disney Resort has revealed certain updates
unique summer attractions at the park
along with the ones previously revealed for the resort’s 9th anniversary celebration.

Disney Cruise Line

Ahead of the
debut journey of the Disney Adventure
Disney Cruise Line has unveiled the initial glimpse of the cover art for a special original Marvel comic set for the ship.

The Walt Disney Company

Ron Clements, who co-directed iconic Disney animated movies such as “The Little Mermaid,” “Hercules,” “Aladdin,” and “Moana,” has
exit retirement and is set to return to Walt Disney Animation Studios
… but not for directing.

Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Studios Florida

Universal announced a
“Friday the 13th” frightful house
, titled “JASON UN1V3RSE,” will feature at Halloween Horror Nights 2025 in both Universal Studios Florida and Universal Studios Hollywood.

New Merchandise

The Universal Orlando Resort has introduced something new.
Shoulder plush based on The Cat in the Hat
, Thing 1, and Thing 2.
In light of today’s announcement (conveniently made on Friday the 13th) about the “JASON UN1V3RSE” haunted house being featured at Halloween Horror Nights 34,
New items have been introduced at Universal Orlando Resort.

Entertainment and Media

During a presentation at the
Annecy Animation Festival
In France, Pete Docter, who serves as the Chief Creative Officer at Pixar, presented exclusive clips from “Elio” and “Hoppers.” He also revealed details about a brand-new original movie titled “Gatto,” along with confirming that Joan Cusack will be reprising her role as Jessie in “Toy Story 5.”

That concludes our recap for today. We hope you found it enjoyable! Thank you for joining us, and we’ll catch up with you again tomorrow.
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