Walt Disney Studios dazzled attendees at the D23 Expo with a star-studded presentation of their upcoming live-action slate. Studio heads Alan Horn, Sean Bailey, and Kevin Feige led the two-hour event, offering exclusive glimpses into highly anticipated projects.
Marvel took center stage with footage from “Thor: The Dark World” and “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” accompanied by cast appearances. Tom Hiddleston, Natalie Portman, and Anthony Hopkins graced the stage for “Thor,” while Chris Evans, Sebastian Stan, and Anthony Mackie represented “Captain America.”
The presentation also featured teasers for “Guardians of the Galaxy” and a brief nod to “The Avengers: Age of Ultron.”
Disney’s live-action offerings included looks at “Muppets Most Wanted,” “Into the Woods,” and “Cinderella.” Angelina Jolie made a surprise appearance to discuss her role in “Maleficent,” which received an enthusiastic response from the audience.
“Tomorrowland” creators Brad Bird and Damon Lindelof intrigued the crowd with mysterious artifacts from the film’s inspiration, while “Saving Mr. Banks” rounded out the showcase with clips and a musical performance featuring B.J. Novak, Jason Schwartzman, and surprise guest Robert Sherman.
Despite hopes for “Star Wars: Episode VII” news, the presentation focused on Disney’s immediate future, promising a diverse and exciting lineup of films for fans to anticipate.
