
Dirk Libbey
The Background: Dirk began writing for CinemaBlend as a freelancer in 2015 before joining the site full-time in 2018. He has previously held positions as a Staff Writer and Games Editor, but has more recently transformed his true passion into his job as the head of the site's Theme Park section. He has previously done freelance work for various gaming and technology sites. Prior to starting his second career as a writer he worked for 12 years in sales for various companies within the consumer electronics industry. He has a degree in political science from the University of California, Davis.
What He's Into: As the head of CinemaBlend's Theme Park Beat Dirk is a theme/amusement park junkie. Time not spent in a park is largely spent wishing he was in a park. He prefers Disneyland Resort to Walt Disney World in nearly all circumstances. He loves a good third-wave coffee house or a glass of red wine. He would enjoy video games if he ever had time to play them anymore. The Carthay Circle Lounge is his happy place.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Walt Disney World's Transformation of Epcot, Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe park, DisneylandForward
Latest articles by Dirk Libbey

That Time Channing Tatum Turned Down A Guillermo Del Toro Role 'The Biggest Mistake'
By Dirk Libbey published
Channing Tatum in a Guillermo del Toro movie? Yes, please.

Spider-Man's Tom Holland Talks 'Standing Up' For His Brand New Day Ideas And Reveals How Often He Has To Swap Costumes Due To The Smell
By Dirk Libbey published
Tom Holland has a new role behind the scenes of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Daniel Craig Reveals The Knives Out Alum He’d Love To See Return For A Fourth Movie, And I’d Love For This To Happen
By Dirk Libbey published
If Benoit Blanc returns, Daniel Craig knows who he wants to appear with him.

Fans Want Alan Ritchson To Play Batman, And There’s Another DC Hero He Would ‘Never’ Want To Play
By Dirk Libbey published
That was honest.

We Walked Every Halloween Horror Nights House, And These Are 4 In Hollywood And Florida You Don't Want To Miss
By Dirk Libbey published
Terrifier and more are among this year's HHN highlights.

Hugh Jackman And Kate Hudson Belt Out Neil Diamond In Song Sung Blue Trailer
By Dirk Libbey published
Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman reunite this Christmas

Where Do Things Stand With Avatar 4 And 5? Sam Worthington Shares An Update Ahead Of Fire And Ash
By Dirk Libbey published
When will Avatar 4 and 5 start filming?

New Rumor Claims Harry Potter May Be Coming To Universal's New Theme Park After All
By Dirk Libbey published
A franchise initially rumored not to be coming to Universal's next theme park may be there after all.

Upcoming Disney Movies: Full List Of Titles And Release Dates
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Here are all the movies Disney has coming up in 2024 and beyond.

I'm Terrified Of Jump Scares But I Went To Universal Halloween Horror Nights For The First Time Anyway, And Here's What Happened
By Dirk Libbey published
I avoided Halloween Horror Nights for years, but I finally gave it a shot.

Chris Evans Is Back In Superhero Shape, And Marvel Fans Are Sounding Off Online
By Dirk Libbey published
I see what he did there.

New On Netflix, Hulu, And More: 6 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (Streaming September 8 - 14)
By Dirk Libbey published
Only Murders in the Building and Charlie Sheen are among the week's streaming highlights

Ryan Reynolds Was Asked About Roasting Dwayne Johnson, And He Got Hilariously Real About Knowing When To Talk Smack
By Dirk Libbey published
Ryan Reynolds knows the line when it comes to making fun of Dwayne Johnson.

Macaulay Culkin Recalls John Candy Being Concerned About His Father: 'He Was Already A Monster'
By Dirk Libbey published
John Candy reached out to his young co-star on the set of Uncle Buck.

James Gunn Offers Thrilling Update About Superman: Man Of Tomorrow's Development (And I'm Shocked)
By Dirk Libbey published
Now we know why the Superman sequel is moving so quickly.

I Was Bummed Tron: Ares Wasn't A Direct Sequel To Legacy, But The Producer's Comments Give Me Hope It Could Still Happen
By Dirk Libbey published
Could a true sequel to Tron: Legacy still happen?

Upcoming Disney Movies Based On Theme Park Rides
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Following the success of Jungle Cruise, Disney is going all in on movies based on theme park rides.

A New Plan For Anaheim Could Make Getting To Disneyland A Lot Easier, And I Think Walt Would Approve
By Dirk Libbey published
This would be great for Disneyland if it happens.

Wait, Is Tom Holland Hinting At His Spider-Man Exit After Brand New Day?
By Dirk Libbey published
Could Tom Holland be getting ready to leave the Spider-Man franchise?

Diddy's Legal Team Is Fighting To Get An Acquittal Or New Trial. Why Part Of Their Argument Centers Around The Definition Of The Word Prostitution
By Dirk Libbey published
Diddy's lawyers are arguing that the law was applied incorrectly in his convictions.

Michael Jackson’s Daughter Paris Doesn’t Hold Back Explaining Why She 'Moved On' From Her Involvement With Late Pop Star's Biopic
By Dirk Libbey published
Paris Jackson didn't hold back her thoughts.

One Of Universal Studios' Best Attractions Remains Way Better Than The Movie It Was Based On, But Now I'm Worried We May Lose It
By Dirk Libbey published
Some of the best theme park attractions are based on hit movies, and some... are not.

Dolly Parton Is Being Added To A Surprising Hall Of Fame, But The Honor Is Well Deserved
By Dirk Libbey published
It's not about country music or rock 'n' roll.
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