This week was absolutely packed with Disney news! Be sure to skim the More Magic This Week section at the end of this newsletter — there was not nearly enough room in this newsletter to cover it all.

Here’s the stories we highlighted: The Walt Disney Company reported stellar fiscal year 2025 earnings, multiple blockbuster trailers debuted (including live-action Moana and The Devil Wears Prada 2), and the Disney Destiny revealed incredible new venues ahead of its maiden voyage. Plus, holiday celebrations kicked off across Disney Parks, and gift guides arrived just in time for your shopping list.

From major corporate milestones to festive magic across the parks, there's so much to cover this week. Let's dive in!

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The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays returns November 28 through December 30, 2025, bringing global holiday traditions, festive entertainment, and delicious seasonal treats to Walt Disney World.

Festival Highlights:

A comprehensive foodie guide has been released, detailing all the special holiday dishes, desserts, and beverages available at EPCOT's Holiday Kitchens.

Read More: Festival Details | Foodie Guide

Disney Cruise Line unveiled a treasure trove of details about the Disney Destiny this week, showcasing the heroes and villains-themed ship's most immersive spaces ahead of its November 20 maiden voyage.

What's Aboard:

The Disney Destiny's maiden voyage is scheduled for November 20, 2025 and will sail out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Destiny itineraries include 4- and 5-night cruises to the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Disney’s Castaway Cay and Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point.

Read More: Disney Destiny Planning Tips For The Perfect Sailing

Disney launched the first trailer and poster for the highly anticipated live-action adaptation of Moana, giving fans their first look at how the beloved 2016 animated film is being brought to life.

The live-action Moana stays true to the spirit of the original while introducing stunning visual effects and real-world locations. The film promises to deliver the same heartfelt story of a young navigator's journey across the ocean to save her people.

Related News: Disney and Pixar also debuted the first teaser trailer for Toy Story 5 last week, where Woody and Buzz face off against tech-savvy toys. 20th Century Studios unveiled the teaser for The Devil Wears Prada 2 (in theaters May 1, 2026), and Disney Animation released the first trailer for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw.

Read More: Disney Company | Disney Studios | Devil Wears Prada 2 | Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Disney Parks Blog released multiple comprehensive gift guides this week to help with your holiday shopping, featuring curated collections for gamers, Star Wars fans, beauty enthusiasts, and more.

Gift Guides:

With Zootopia 2 generating excitement, Disney released new merchandise inspired by the highly anticipated sequel.

D23 also published exclusive interviews with Jason Bateman about returning as Nick Wilde and behind-the-scenes content with the film's creators.

Read More: Zootopia 2 Products | Jason Bateman Interview | Behind-the-Scenes

The Walt Disney Company announced fiscal year 2025 fourth quarter and full-year earnings, showcasing strong performance across all segments and outlining an optimistic path forward.

Key Highlights:

CEO Bob Iger stated: "This was another year of great progress as we strengthened the company by leveraging the value of our creative and brand assets and continued to make meaningful progress in our direct-to-consumer businesses."

Read More: Earnings Release | Q4 Highlights

There was so much Disney news this past week that we didn't have room to highlight it all.

Products & Licensing:

What an incredible week of Disney news! From record-breaking earnings to live-action Moana's first trailer, from Disney Destiny's stunning reveals to holiday magic across the parks, Disney continues creating magic across every division of the company. Whether you're booking your next cruise, planning holiday park visits, or checking off your gift list, there's something for every Disney fan.

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