Adults Are Disneybounding to Get Around This Strict Disney Parks Rule

Ashley Macey
Apr 08, 2017

Even though we’re *technically* adults now, we’re always down for an awesome adventure at one of the magical Disney Parks (especially since Disney World got a whole lot boozier last year too, so… yeah). But while Walt Disney himself originally said that Disneyland is supposed to be a place both kiddos and adults can enjoy equally, there’s still one rule that keeps us grown ups from truly embracing our inner child. According to the Disney website, guests over 14 years old are not allowed to wear costumes at any of the Disney Parks.

We totally understand why Disney officials would create a rule like this (nobody wants their child going up to a total stranger dressed as Tinkerbell and thinking she’s their favorite character IRL), but it’s still a big bummer for those looking to showcase their creativity and broadcast their Disney spirit during a magical vacation. To sneak around this unfortunate rule while respecting its intent, a bunch of extremely creative Disney fans decided to create a phenomenon they called Disneybounding — AKA using normal clothes and accessories from your closet to give the impression of a character without going into full cosplay mode. Because we loved the idea so much, we decided to showcase some of the best recent Disneybounds we could find on Instagram.

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‪Can you imagine? Me, the wife of that boorish, brainless... ‬ • • • • • #bonjour #disneybound #FrancescainFlorida

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1. Belle: Using simply a denim dress and a long-sleeve white tee, a young Disney fan completely transforms into this beloved Disney character just in time for the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast.

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My friends say I should act my age, but here I am at Disneyland on my birthday🐭| #noonelikesyouwhenyoure23 #rockthedots #minniemouse #disneybound #baitfootwear #pinup #matchaccessories #uniquevintage #minniestyle

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2. Minnie Mouse: A pair of gorgeous kicks, an iconic polka-dot dress, and matching Minnie ears make this Disneybound as sweet as can be.

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❤Perdita and Pongo forever!❤ . . .📷:@airguy1603 #disneybound #disneybounding #disneybounder #disneyfashion #disneystyle #disneygram #instadisney #101dalmations #pongo #perdita #pongoandperdita #disneynerd #disney #disneylandcalifofnia #toontown #dca #polkadots #blackandwhite #furbabies #furfamily #dapperbound #vootd #ootd #vintageinspired #vintagelook #pinup #pinuplook #pinupgirl #mexicanpinup #latina

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3. Perdita and Pongo: The classic 101 Dalmatians gets a Disney Parks upgrade with these two stunning ladies rocking some killer polka dots and matching collars… er, we mean chokers.

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03.14: Gus Gus [Challenge: Heroes] Let's be honest. Gus is the real hero of Cinderella. Without him and Jaq, she would have been stuck in that room! 🐭

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4. Gus-Gus: A yellow turtleneck and a sweet teal headband transforms this stylish chick into our favorite Disney mouse. We agree, Brynne: Gus was totally the real hero of Cinderella.

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Somedays you're the teapot, some days you're the Tea. Guess which I am today. . . . . . . . #disneybound #aliceinwonderland #madhatter #disney #disneyboundchallengemarch #disneyboundchallenge #ootd #vintage #outfitoftheday #fashion #style #20s #20sstyle #flapper #aliceinwonderlanddisneybound @thedisneybound

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5. Mad Hatter: We’re mad for this adorable Alice in Wonderland Disneybound from Briana. Seriously, can we wear this colorful #OOTD every day of the week please?!

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AND HIS NAMES G-A-S....T....Gaston!!! Disneybounding as Lefou and Gaston today for Disney Style at the Disney Interactive lunch celebrating the release of Beauty and the Beast! What do you think @thereallukeevans and @joshgad?

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6. Gaston and Lefou: This gender-bending Disneybound of Beauty and the Beast characters is definitely one of the best we’ve seen all week. (Eating five dozen eggs before you leave for the parks is encouraged but not required.)

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Day 12: inspirational characters- Ellie! Hardworking, loyal and adventurous with a desire to see the world. Even through tough times and struggles, she doesn't lose sight of her goals and dreams. . . {I'm participating in the March Disneybound Challenge. New day, new theme, new outfit!}

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7. Ellie: If you haven’t already fallen head over heels for this sweet Up character, maybe an adorable Disneybound will change your mind. Plus, we love that this look is super-simple to create with the clothes that you already have in your closet.

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"Think of the one thing that you've always wanted. See it in your mind's eye and feel it in your heart"-Beast my beast disneybound! #beautyandthebeast #beautyandthebeastmovie #beast #disney #disneyland #californiaadventure #disneyside #disneybound #taleasoldastime

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8. The Beast: This outfit is so stylin’ that it*actually* makes us want to burst out into song (“Tale As Old As Time,” obviously) and re-watch the live-action version of Beauty and the Beast in theaters. You go, girl!

Would you consider Disneybounding on your next magical vacation? Tweet us by mentioning @BritandCo.

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Rachel Zegler Finally Opened Up About All That 'Snow White' Controversy

The live-action Snow White hits theaters March 21, but the movie's already started plenty of conversations. Actress Rachel Zegler went viral for her comments at the 2022 D23 convention, where she said the original cartoon was dated — and that their version of the iconic character "is not going to be saved by the prince, and she's not going to be dreaming about true love," as she toldVariety.

"She’s going to be dreaming about becoming the leader she knows she can be and that her late father told her that she could be if she was fearless, fair, brave and true," she continues. Okay, I totally understand where she's coming from, but the internet responded with an insane amount of backlash, calling the new project "toxic" and even sending Rachel death threats. Um, definitely not cool. Well, after clarifying she was never asking viewers to choose between leadership and romance, Rachel Zegler finally just spoke on all the drama.

Here's what Rachel Zegler had to say about all the live-action Snow White drama.

Rachel Zegler calls 'Snow White' an "honor."

In an interview with Vogue Mexico, Rachel Zegler opened up about Disney's live-action Snow White, and all the controversy following that initial 2022 interview. “I interpret people’s feelings about this film as passion for it and what an honor to be able to be a part of something that people are so passionate about," she says. "We’re not always going to have the same feelings as everyone around us and all we can do is give our best.”

“It’s really important for audiences to know that Disney has found this beautiful, delicate balance between taking the animated classic that everyone knows and loves from 1937, and at the same time introducing it to this new generation,” she continues. “Her superpower is her heart, there’s no supernatural power that Snow White possesses beyond her love for humanity, for all living creatures and her fundamental belief that there’s goodness in everything, that’s something I really think the world could use more of."

Good is exactly the word I would use to describe Rachel's past characters; every single one is kind, loving, and empathetic — and dreams that the world can be a better place. Snow White is a fitting next step in her filmography.

Rachel Zegler points out how the princess she resonated with as a child was Belle because “she had brown hair and it was hard to find someone who looked like us in these types of movies."

She's hoping this iteration of Snow White will open up a whole new world (oops, wrong movie) for girls who don't often see themselves in leading roles. “Now I see what a beautiful experience it was for little Black girls around the world to see Halle [Bailey] play Ariel in The Little Mermaid,” she says.

“I hope that through my own narrative in my films, I can also show the world what I believe in. The fact that West Side Story was my first film project and that it was a story about migration from Puerto Rico to New York, I think that was a statement of intent more than anything else,” she continues, adding she wants to “do everything I can to work with more women, because I think it makes an incredible difference in film production.”

This princess's future is bright and I can't wait to see what comes next.

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Gigi Hadid Finally Shares How She Met Bradley Cooper — & All About Their "Very Romantic" Relationship

Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper are historically private when it comes to the ins-and-outs of their relationship, but Gigi just gave us a peak behind the curtain in a recent interview with Vogue. Gigi gave some rare details on their "very romantic" relationship, and she finally revealed how she actually met the Silver Linings Playbook actor. Here's everything we found out!

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Gigi told Vogue that she and Bradley met during a birthday party for one of their mutual friend's children — sounds pretty normal, right? I mean, so far as normal gets when two major celebrities show up to the same party. But still, Gigi deems it normal.

“You want to give yourself a normal experience of dating, and even for my friends who aren’t public figures, that’s hard. Where do you go? And, what? You just start talking to people?" she said. "And then there’s another added layer of privacy and security. You want to believe that people are going to have your back and not call TMZ or go on Deuxmoi or whatever, but you just don’t know.”

Since meeting, Gigi said she and Bradley are "very romantic and happy" — something she definitely values in her relationship. “I think just getting to the point where knowing what you want and deserve in a relationship is essential, and then to find someone that is in a place in their life where they know what they want and deserve…and you both do work separately to come together and be the best partner that you can be," she explained. "I just feel really lucky. Yeah, lucky’s the word."

And at the end of the day, Gigi said that Bradley gives her "so much" encouragement and belief. She said, “For those people you admire to encourage you, it can create so much belief in yourself."

We love to see a mature, supportive, adult relationship like this thrive! Here's to seeing what's next for these two love birds!

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No! This Classic Disney World Attraction Is Closing Next Month

It's out with the old, in with the new at Walt Disney World this year! After expanding EPCOT to include Remy's Ratatouille Adventure and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, as well as adding Tiana's Bayou Adventure to the Magic Kingdom, the next park to get a refresh is Animal Kingdom.

The last time Disney's Animal Kingdom got an exciting refresh was with the addition of Pandora, AKA the world of Avatar, in 2017. So, let's find out what's leaving — and what's coming next — at Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom in 2025!

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"It's Tough to Be a Bug!" will officially close "permanently" on March 17, 2025, according to Walt Disney World. The iconic attraction is leaving after nearly three decades and is set to be replaced by a new 3D show, "Zootopia: Better Zoogether!" in the winter.

Situated in the Tree of Life Theater, located in Animal Kingdom, "It's Tough to Be a Bug!" first opened on April 22, 1998. Inspired by A Bug's Life, the animated Pixar film, this attraction is a 4D experience that has received mixed reviews.

One TripAdvisor review says, "Not really worth the wait for how short the show is. A little scary, but some cute effects with the steam and water. A couple kids were crying." However, another review called the attraction "brilliant" with "totally unexpected laughs."

Parkgoers wear bug-eye glasses and watch as Flik navigates bug life in 4D. You'll sense creepy crawlies on the ground, you'll smell a stink bug, and watch as the bugs prove how tough it is to be — you guessed it — a bug!

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This 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' Theory Teases Who Belly Ends Up With — & It Would Change EVERYTHING

The Summer I Turned Pretty fans, we finally have an update on our favorite show! Prime Video just announced that season 3, starring Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, and Gavin Casalegno will be coming in July — and that this season (which has 3 extra episodes, FYI!) will be the show's final season. But while fans weren't too surprised by the announcement (Jenny Han only wrote three books, after all), there's one detail of the official season 3 poster that has TV fans in a tizzy.

Keep reading for a breakdown of the craziest The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 theory yet.

'The Summer I Turned Pretty' fans can't wait to return to Cousins

The official TSITP account posted the poster for season 3 on March 7, confirming the next episodes were dropping in July. "Summer is just a season away," the caption reads. "The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 premieres this July on Prime Video."

And fans immediately flooded the comments cheering for Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah, saying everything from "Prepares to defend Conrad for one last summer" to "WHERE ARE ALL THE JELLY SUPORTERS COME ON GUYS WE NEED TO STAND UP FOR WHATS RIGHT."

Even Spotify's Instagram picked a side by commenting, "team conrad we have WAITED for this day."

But some eagle-eyed fans picked up on one detail about the poster that's different than season 1 and 2: Belly's by herself.

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While the poster for The Summer I Turned Pretty season 1 features Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah with the summer house in the background, and the main poster for season 2 features the trio sitting on the beach, The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 poster features Belly standing by herself in front of a bush of hydrangeas. Because, y'all, Belly is in bloom.

She's not the same girl she was at the start of the series — and even if she still has a ton of questions about life (don't we all?) she has way more confidence. She's not lost.

And could the fact Belly stands alone on the poster be a clue to the end of the series? "this poster screams belly choosing herself in the end and I’m all here for it!" one X user tweeted.

@_cooper_koch_ The summer I turned pretty season 3 Belly and Conrad 😍 #foryou#pourtoi#fyp#edit#tiktok#viral#thesummeriturnedpretty#belly#conradfisher @Christopher Briney ♬ Gorgeous - Taylor Swift

Although I will point out Belly's yellow dress actually made its rounds on social media last year when videos of Lola Tung and Christopher Briney filming together went viral. So we'll have to tune in this July to figure out who Belly ends up with for sure ;).

Meet The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3 Cast before it premieres on Prime Video in July 2025!

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The 20 Most-Anticipated Spring Movies For 2025

Shake off those winter blues and embrace all things breezy and blooming because spring is here! Now that we're all recovering from the time change, it won't be long before all our chilly afternoons will be replaced with cool breezes and comforting bird calls. But just because things will be warming up doesn't mean we have to stop having cozy movie nights. These new movies are bringing magic, mayhem, and adventure to our 2025 and I'm going to be seated.

Here are the 20 most-anticipated spring movies to watch out for in 2025.

Mickey 17 — In Theaters Now

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Mickey Barnes goes on countless life-ending missions after he signs up to be an Expendable. On his quest to colonize the ice world of Niflheim, he's cloned countless times — but, shockingly, nothing really goes wrong until two Mickeys wind up surviving at the same time.

Mickey 17 hits theaters March 7 and stars Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo.

Rule Breakers — In Theaters Now

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When a woman risks everything to help educate young girls in Afghanistan, and train them to compete in a robotics competition, she cultivates a spirit of hope — and finds herself against dangerous opposition.

Rule Breakers premieres March 7 and stars Ali Fazal, Nikohl Boosheri, Amber Afzali, Nina Hosseinzadeh, Nada El Belkasmi, Sara Malal Rowe, and Noorin Gulamgaus.

Queen of the Ring — In Theaters Now

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This spring movie follows single mom Mildred Burke, a wrestler who becomes the first million-dollar female athlete during a period in time when wrestling was banned in the majority of the US.

Queen of the Ring premieres March 7 and stars Emily Bett Rickards, Josh Lucas, Tyler Posey, Kelli Berglund, Walton Goggins, Marie Avgeropoulos, and Gavin Casalegno.

Opus — In Theaters March 14, 2025

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Ayo Edebiri stars as a writer who gets the invitation of a lifetime to visit a pop star's remote compound. And considering he disappeared 30 years ago, the invitation is definitely intriguing. At least, until she finds herself in the middle of a very alarming turn of events.

Opus hits theaters March 14 and stars Ayo Edebiri, John Malkovich, Juliette Lewis, Murray Bartlett, Amber Midthunder, Stephanie Suganami, Young Mazino, and Tatanka Means.

Black Bag — In Theaters March 14, 2025

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Agent George Woodhouse is faced with an impossible decision when his wife Kathryn becomes a major suspect: stay true to the country or stay true to his marriage.

Black Bag premieres March 14 and stars Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, Marisa Abela, Tom Burke, Naomie Harris, Regé-Jean Page, and Pierce Brosnan.


The Electric State — On Netflix March 14, 2025

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This spring movie is nothing but sci-fi Western vibes, and I'm thrilled. Michelle sets out to find her little brother with the help of a robot and a drifter — and they're in for one crazy adventure.

The Electric State hits Netflix March 14 and stars Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Ke Huy Quan, Jason Alexander, Woody Norman, Giancarlo Esposito, Stanley Tucci, Woody Harrelson, Anthony Mackie, Brian Cox, Jenny Slate, Hank Azaria, Colman Domingo, and Alan Tudyk.

Novocaine — In Theaters March 14, 2025

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Nate can't feel physical pain. And when his dream girl gets kidnapped, he uses that to his advantage in a quest to find her.

Novocaine premieres March 14 and stars Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder, Ray Nicholson, Betty Gabriel, Matt Walsh, Lou Beatty Jr., Van Hengst, Conrad Kemp, and Jacob Batalon.

O'dessa — On Hulu March 20, 2025

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O'Dessa's a farm girl who's always been told her voice has power. And that power is put to the test when she sets out to find an invaluable family heirloom — and save one true love.

O'Dessa hits Hulu March 20 and stars Sadie Sink, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Murray Bartlett, and Regina Hall.

Bob Trevino Likes It — In Select Theaters March 21, 2025

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20-something Lily longs for a family connection, especially after her father suddenly abandons her. When she makes an unexpected connection with a man named Bob Trevino (her dad's name), their small acts of kindness change everything for each other. This spring movie is definitely in the running for "most emotional 2025 movie" — the trailer makes me want to cry!

Bob Trevino Likes It stars Barbie Ferreira, John Leguizamo, French Stewart, Lauren "Lolo" Spencer, and Rachel Bay Jones.

Disney's Live-Action Snow White — In Theaters March 21, 2025

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Rachel Zegler stars as a reimagined Snow White, who's determined to bring justice to a kingdom oppressed by the Evil Queen. It has the same wonder of the original cartoon, with an added dose of strength. Not to mention it's just beautiful to look at.

Snow White hits theaters March 21 and stars Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Andrew Burnap, and Ansu Kabia.

Ash — In Theaters March 21, 2025

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After her entire crew is killed, Riya finds herself alone on the planet of Ash. Her relief at being rescued by Brion morphs into terror as they figure out if they can trust each other — and make it out alive.

Ash premieres March 21 and stars Eiza González, Aaron Paul, Iko Uwais, Beulah Koale, and Kate Elliott.

Death of a Unicorn — In Theaters March 28, 2025

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After a father-daughter duo accidentally hit a unicorn with their car, the dad's boss becomes obsessed with using the unicorn's healing properties for profit.

Death of a Unicorn hits theaters March 28 and stars Paul Rudd, Jenna Ortega, Will Poulter, Téa Leoni, Richard E. Grant, Anthony Carrigan, Sunita Mani, and Jessica Hynes.

Freaky Tales — In Theaters April 4, 2025

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Multiple stories converge in this new movie follows "an NBA star, a corrupt cop, a female rap duo, teen punks, neo-Nazis, and a debt collector" in 1987 Oakland, according to the synopsis.

Freaky Tales hits theaters April 4 and stars Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, Angus Cloud, and Tom Hanks.

Warfare — In Theaters April 11, 2025

A24

A group of Navy SEALs watches American forces move through Iraq in this spring movie that's based on the memories of the people who were really there.

Warfare hits theaters April 11 and stars D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Finn Bennett, Taylor John Smith, Michael Gandolfini, Adain Bradley, Noah Centineo, Evan Holtzman, Henrique Zaga, Joseph Quinn, and Charles Melton.

Drop — In Theaters April 11, 2025

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In Drop, Violet's date with Henry turns into a nightmare when she starts getting anonymous instructions dropped to her phone — and if she doesn't follow them, her kid will pay the price. The only problem? The final instruction is to kill Henry.

Drop premieres April 11 and stars Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Violett Beane, Jacob Robinson, Reed Diamond, Gabrielle Ryan, Jeffery Self, Ed Weeks, and Travis Nelson.

The Amateur — In Theaters April 11, 2025

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CIA agent Charlie, mourning the death of his wife, decides to take matters into his own hands and exact revenge on the men responsible for her death.

The Amateur premieres April 11 and stars Rami Malek, Rachel Brosnahan, Caitríona Balfe, Jon Bernthal, Michael Stuhlbarg, Holt McCallany, Julianne Nicholson, Adrian Martinez, Danny Sapani, and Laurence Fishburne.

Sinners — In Theaters April 18, 2025

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Twin brothers set out to escape their troubled past, but things take a turn for the sinister when they realize their future is just as terrifying.

Sinners hits theaters April 18 and stars Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Jack O’Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Benson Miller, and Delroy Lindo.

Thunderbolts* — In Theaters May 2, 2025

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Meet The Avengers' edgy sibling team. In Thunderbolts*, Yelena Belova and Bucky Barnes' group of anti-heroes go rogue when they realize their mission was a setup.

Thunderbolts* hits theaters May 2 and stars Florence Pugh, Geraldine Viswanathan, Lewis Pullman, Hannah John-Kamen, Wyatt Russell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Sebastian Stan, and David Harbour.

Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning — In Theaters May 23, 2025

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Get ready to witness some crazy new stunts because Tom Cruise returns for one last mission: locate an AI program called The Entity before it falls into the wrong hands. And those stunts include scuba diving and hanging off a plane, no big deal.

Mission: Impossible 8 hits theaters May 23 and stars Ving Rhames, Henry Czerny, Simon Pegg, Vanessa Kirby, Esai Morales, Hayley Atwell, Shea Whigham, Pom Klementieff, and Frederick Schmidt.

Lilo & Stitch — In Theaters May 23, 2025

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This spring movie is already healing my inner child! You know the story: a little girl living in Hawaii wishes for a friend...and gets an buck-wild alien instead.

Lilo & Stitch hits theaters May 23 and stars Maia Kealoha, Sydney Agudong, Amy Hill, Kaipo Dudoit, Courtney B. Vance, Tia Carrere, Chris Sanders, Billy Magnussen, and Zach Galifianakis.

Check out all the best 2025 Movies coming soon!

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