Premier Pop C Pop Culture News – Movies, Comics, Television, Books, Toys, Games, and More “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides” dominated the box office in its first week, bringing in an estimated $90.1 million. “Thor,” which held the spot for the previous two weeks, dropped to third thanks to a stronger than expected performance by “Bridesmaids,” which held on to the number 2 …
Read More »George Lucas and Disney’s Bob Iger Launch Star Tours
Star Wars creator George Lucas and Disney President and CEO Bob Iger wielded lightsabers amid a legion of stormtroopers Friday to open “Star Tours – The Adventures Continue,” a new 3-D adventure at Walt Disney World Resort. A cast of hundreds of Star Wars characters and performers – including Anthony Daniels, who has played the golden …
Read More »LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game Sets Sail
Prepare to experience the thrilling Pirates of the Caribbean franchise in LEGO video game form for the first time. Captain Jack Sparrow and his band of pirates set sail for their greatest adventures in LEGO Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game, now available for the Wii™ console, Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, …
Read More »Disney and Hot Topic Present Treasure-Filled “Pirates Day”
In celebration of the upcoming release on May 20th of Walt Disney Pictures and Jerry Bruckheimer Films’ “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides,” the next installment in the hugely popular film franchise, directed by Rob Marshall, Walt Disney Studios announced today special “Pirates Day” fan events, fun-filled celebrations of …
Read More »‘Thor’ Unleashes A Thunderstorm at Box Office
Marvel’s ‘Thor’ blew away the box office, doubling the receipts of its nearest competitor, ‘Fast Five.’ ‘Thor’ launched a new franchise, bringing in $66 million. ‘Fast Five’ held onto second place in its sophomore weekend, with a weekend take of $32.5 million. The Top-12 grossing motion pictures for the weekend, …
Read More »Burger King Brings ‘Thor’ Down to Earth
Burger King has joined forces with Marvel Entertainment to kick off its mighty sponsorship of the comic book-inspired film “Thor,” which hits theaters across the U.S. on May 6. As part of the promotion, fans of the comic can be part of the warrior action with exclusive access to new …
Read More »Marvel and Disney Launch Disney*Muppets Presents Giant-Size Comic
Marvel and Disney Publishing will debut Disney*Muppets Presents: Meet The Muppets, a giant-sized comic featuring Kermit, Miss Piggy, Fozzy, Gonzo and the Muppet gang. Hitting stores in July 2011, this 96 page comic features stories from acclaimed writer/artist Roger Langridge (Thor: The Mighty Avenger). (All ages, $5.99) In Disney*Muppets Presents: …
Read More »Disney•Pixar Adds Depth to Cars 2: The Video Game
Disney Interactive Studios announced that Disney•Pixar’s Cars 2: The Video Game will feature full 3D support exclusively for the PlayStation 3. From the start, players will be immersed in a 3D experience as Cars 2: The Video Game detects a connection to a 3D TV and automatically adjusts settings. Cars 2 fans will …
Read More »Battle: Los Angeles Wins Box Office
Sony’s Battle: Los Angeles topped the weekend box office with a strong $36 million opening, but Warner Bros.’ Red Riding Hood and Disney’s Mars Needs Mom weren’t so lucky. Mars Needs Moms and Red Riding Hood failed to meet expectations, limping into their first weekend. The Top-12 grossing motion pictures for the …
Read More »Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes Arrive On DVD
When the forces of evil are so overwhelming that no single hero can save the world… the Avengers assemble! Featuring Iron Man, Thor, Captain America and The Hulk, fans can now own the first 13 episodes of The Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes! in two must-have, collectible DVD volumes, available April 26 from (Walt Disney Studios …
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