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Disney Releases D23 2019 Schedules For Star Wars And Marvel


It will still be a long wait for the D23 Expo 2019 but Disney has just announced the schedule of the upcoming events. Not surprisingly, the convention is putting the focus on new Star Wars projects as well as the future of Marvel Studios.

D23 2019 is officially taking place in Anaheim, California from August 23 to 25, 2019. Friday's events will kick off with the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, which will be followed by a presentation of Disney+. This means fans can get a first look at the streaming service's original content which includes the Star Wars series The Mandalorian.

Saturday is all about the upcoming films from Disney, Marvel Studios, and Star Wars. Fans can look forward to a panel for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker on August 24. Finally, Sunday is all about Disney Parks.

The full presentation descriptions from D23 2019 is listed below.

Friday, August 23
The Disney Legends Awards Ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 23. The ceremony, hosted by Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger, will once again honor those visionaries and artists who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy. This year's recipients are: Wing Chao, Robert Downey Jr., Jon Favreau, James Earl Jones, Bette Midler, Kenny Ortega, Barnette Ricci, Robin Roberts, Diane Sawyer, Ming-Na Wen, and Hans Zimmer.
On Friday afternoon at 3:30 p.m., the highly anticipated streaming service Disney+ will give guests a first look at some of its original content including Lady and the Tramp, The Mandalorian, High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, and many more during this star-studded presentation.
Saturday, August 24
The Walt Disney Studios will present a behind-the-scenes look at its blockbuster collection of upcoming films on Saturday, August 24, at 10 a.m. Fans will see what's on the drawing board for the acclaimed filmmakers at Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios and get a peek at the exciting slate of live-action projects, from Disney to Marvel Studios to Star Wars. As always, attendees will be treated to exclusive footage, special guest appearances, and more!
Sunday, August 25
On Sunday, August 25, at 10:30 a.m., step into the magical world of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products with Chairman Bob Chapek to find out what's new and what's next for resorts around the globe, including more about the transformational plans for Epcot at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.

We'll keep you updated on more news about D23 soon.

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