
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

There's One Part Of The Original Running Man Movie I Wish The Remake Had Revived
By Dirk Libbey published
The best part of the original Running Man could have made for something amazing in the remake.

Dwayne Johnson Recalls Meeting With Christopher Nolan After He Praised His Smashing Machine Performance, And Does Someone Have A Tissue?
By Dirk Libbey published
This meeting has me way more emotional than I expected.

Doctor Strange 3 Rumor Suggests Benedict Cumberbatch Is Eyeing An Oscar-Winning Director, And This Would Be A Great Pick
By Dirk Libbey published
Doctor Strange 3 might be on the way, and I love where it's (allegedly) going.

A Disneyland Guest Gave His Peg Leg To Jack Sparrow, And The Reaction Is Priceless
By Dirk Libbey published
You'd think a pirate had seen a peg leg before.

I Just Found Out The Incredible Amount Of IMAX Film Christopher Nolan Used On The Odyssey, And Wow
By Dirk Libbey published
The Odyssey is the first feature film shot entirely with IMAX cameras.

Man Of Tomorrow’s Villain Has Reportedly Been Revealed, And It’s A Big One In Superman Lore
By Dirk Libbey published
Do we finally know the big bad of Man of Tomorrow?

Naked Gun’s Co-Creator Made It Clear He Did Not Like The Liam Neeson-Led Reboot
By Dirk Libbey published
One co-creator of The Naked Gun has harsh words for the reboot.

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.

Brie Larson Had The Sweetest Response To Finally Being Able ‘To Share’ Her Super Mario Galaxy Movie Appearance
By Dirk Libbey published
Brie Larson has wanted to tell us about her role for months.

Epic Universe Is Already Planning Something New, And I Have A Theory
By Dirk Libbey published
Could the newest theme park already be planning to expand?

'YouTube Customers Are Suffering.' Disney CFO Says Company Isn't Backing Down As Cable Outage Continues
By Dirk Libbey published
Disney's CFO responds to the ongoing battle with YouTube TV.

Disney’s Q4 2025 Earnings Call Live Blog: Bob Iger Addresses YouTube TV Situation And More
By Dirk Libbey last updated
A look back at 2025 and a look ahead for Disney.

I Thought I Knew What I Wanted From The Predator Franchise, But Badlands Changed My Mind
By Dirk Libbey published
An incredible run of Predator movies has made me realize what the series needs next isn't what I thought.

Many Toy Story Fans Are Asking The Same Question After Seeing The First Footage From Toy Story 5
By Dirk Libbey published
Just what is going on in Bonnie's room?

Florence Pugh Admits Filming Midsommar Made Her ‘Depressed,’ But I Love Her Sweet Comment About The Movie That (Almost) Helped Bring Her Out Of It
By Dirk Libbey published
Florence Pugh went from making one incredibly dark movie to another that was quite the opposite.

Jimmy Kimmel Set To Miss Even More Late Night Episodes After Recent Absences
By Dirk Libbey published
After a rough monologue last night, Jimmy Kimmel announces the show is taking a few days off.

Kpop Demon Hunters’ Sequel Tease Offers Clues About What’s Next For Huntr/x (And I’m Into It)
By Dirk Libbey published
Kpop Demon Hunters 2 is on the way.

I Still Think It’s Magic To Hear Relative MCU Newcomers Like Simu Liu Talk About Filming An Avengers Movie
By Dirk Libbey published
Simu Liu sounds like a fan talking about Avengers: Doomsday.

Paramount Prices Are Set To Go Up Again, With One Head Honcho Calling It 'Enhancing The Value'
By Dirk Libbey published
Star Trek and Tulsa King are about to get more expensive to watch.

Sydney Sweeney’s New Movie Keeps Being Cited As A Flop. The Only Problem? It’s Not Accurate
By Dirk Libbey published
Sydney Sweeney's new movie wasn't a box office hit, but it may not matter.

New On Netflix, Disney+, And More: 6 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (November 10 -16)
By Dirk Libbey published
The Jonas Brothers, Alan Ritchson, and Elmo are the highlights streaming this week.

Field Of Dreams' Producer Opens Up About The Warner Bros. Sale, And It's Heartbreaking
By Dirk Libbey published
Hollywood is preparing for a possible Warner Bros. sale.

Even Jason Kelce Deals With Meltdowns At Disney World, And I Feel So Much Better About My Own Kids
By Dirk Libbey published
Jason Kelce is just like every dad when he's visiting Walt Disney World with family.
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