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"Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" will now be available two months earlier than scheduled to celebrate national Star Wars Day on May 4.

Here is what is going on across Disney theme parks and resorts while COVID-19 keeps them closed until further notice.

Walt Disney Co. said this week that it would stop paying some workers, saving $500,000 per month after the coronavirus pandemic shut down its parks.

The company that brings "Disney on Ice" shows to local arenas has laid off nearly 1,500 workers after coronavirus-induced prohibitions against mass gatherings forced it to suspend future tours.

Social distancing policies may make amusement parks such as Disney World less enticing until a coronavirus vaccine is available

The granddaughter of Walt Disney’s brother Roy Disney posted a 25-tweet criticism of the company’s decision to furlough employees while also reportedly keeping executive bonuses.

The service is expected to reach 75 million to 90 million global subscribers by 2025.

Indefinite furloughs began this weekend for more than 100,000 Disney, Best Buy and CarMax workers as businesses make cuts to survive the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent mandatory closures.

Recently released movies and shows, such as Netflix’s “Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness,” have proven to be appreciated distractions.

Netflix topped its streaming rival in market capitalization as Americans shelter in place.

Executives around the world who rapidly overhauled operations when the coronavirus struck, and the politicians who made them do it, are now focused on restarting the economy and their own businesses.

Disney executive chairman Bob Iger is reasserting control over The Walt Disney Company as the coronavirus pandemic has shaken up the entertainment company's entire line of business, according to a report by the New York Times. 

It is the largest wave of furloughs since the theme park resort closed in mid-March because of the new coronavirus spread

The agreements reached late Friday apply to security guards and workers involved in facilities and operations.

The hospitality industry is now sharing secret recipes, so customers can cook at home during the coronavirus.

Streaming services have seen a surge in viewership in recent weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Executive Chairman Bob Iger says Disney theme parks could add temperature checks upon entry after the coronavirus crisis.

“Mulan,” which was scheduled to release in March, had already had its red carpet premiere. It will now open July 24.

The Walt Disney Company announced Thursday that it will furlough "employees who aren't necessary at this time" starting April 19.

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