
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

Fans Are Highlighting Movies 'Misunderstood By Critics,' And Yeah, There Are Some Bangers That Got Bad Reviews
By Dirk Libbey published
Sometimes critics really do just get it wrong.

There’s Been A Culture Clash After Splash Mountain Became Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, But J.D. Vance Is Quietly Touting How Great The Ride Is
By Dirk Libbey published
J.D. Vance's favorite Disneyland ride is a bit of a surprise, perhaps.

Disney World's New Pirates Of The Caribbean Attraction Is Very Viral, And Getting In Already Sounds Like A Nightmare
By Dirk Libbey published
The rum's not gone, but you still can't have any.

Fans Have Been Wondering What's Going On With That Superman Sequel. James Gunn Just Gave Us More Details
By Dirk Libbey published
What's next for the Man of Steel?

‘Nobody Gives A F—- What Celebrities Think,’ Says Seth MacFarlane. Why He Still Created The Orville
By Dirk Libbey published
Seth MacFarlane had a reason to create The Orville.

There's A Lot Of Talk About Epic Universe Bringing Tourism To New Heights In Florida, But No One Seems To Be Talking About Disney World's Own Record
By Dirk Libbey published
Epic Universe has been a boon to Universal, the state of Florida, and... Disney World?

Leonardo DiCaprio 'Rarely' Watches His Own Movies, But He Makes An Exception For One Martin Scorsese Film
By Dirk Libbey published
Leonardo DiCaprio admits he's rewatched one of own movies several times.

'We Need Him To Go Off And Shoot Thor Next.' That Time Chris Hemsworth Wanted To Do An Epic Stunt, But Disney Axed It
By Dirk Libbey published
Chris Hemsworth's new show had to change plans to make Disney and Marvel happy.

After Daredevil: Born Again Star Charlie Cox's 'Final Season' Comments, Vincent D'Onofrio Swooped In To Clear The Air
By Dirk Libbey published
What exactly is the future of Daredevil: Born Again?

Timothée Chalamet's Marty Supreme Trailer Has Him Playing Ping Pong And Romancing Gwyneth Paltrow, And It Looks More Intense Than I Expected
By Dirk Libbey published
Marty Supreme looks wild

Warner Bros. Just Hit A Box Office Milestone, And It Can Thank Original Movies Like Sinners And F1
By Dirk Libbey published
WB has taken an unlikely road to box office success.

Sylvester Stallone's John Rambo Is Getting A Prequel Movie, And A Netflix Heartthrob Is Taking On The Role
By Dirk Libbey published
Rambo will return in a new Vietnam-era prequel.

The Story Behind How Dark Universe Got The Rights To Recreate Dr. Frankenstein Is Completely Blowing My Mind
By Dirk Libbey published
It's alive!

Disney World's Newest Transportation Option Is Crazy Expensive, And Now I'm Really Missing The Magical Express
By Dirk Libbey published
Getting to Disney World just got a little easier, if you can afford it.

Jason Sudeikis Kept Saying He ‘Was Done With Ted Lasso.’ Why He (Reportedly) Decided To Return For Season 4
By Dirk Libbey published
An "insider" sheds some light on Jason Sudeikis' decision to bring back Ted Lasso.

New On Netflix, Disney+, And More: 6 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (August 11 - 17)
By Dirk Libbey published
The Alien franchise debuts its first series, and more, on streaming this week.

Stephen Colbert Joked About What He’ll Do Next After The Late Show, But Honestly It’s A Pretty Solid Idea
By Dirk Libbey published
What will Stephen Colbert do after The Late Show?

As A Dad, I Was Literally Afraid To Watch Weapons. Here's What Happened
By Dirk Libbey published
Let's go...

I Didn't Have Stitch Dancing To KPop Demon Hunters Music At Disney World On My Bingo Card, But I'm So Glad It Exists
By Dirk Libbey published
Stitch needs a "Soda Pop."

New Star Wars Rumor Claims That New Movies Will Be Inspired By The Mandalorian, And I Have Thoughts
By Dirk Libbey published
The future of Star Wars on the big screen may be taking inspiration from the small screen.

‘After A While Nothing Surprised Me.’ Stans Director Got Real About Tracking Down Fans For Eminem Doc, And What People Told Him Was Wild
By Dirk Libbey published
The Eminem documentary filmmaker had to keep the stans out of Stans.

'Wasn't That Lucky?' How A Choice About Tom Cruise And Mission: Impossible Led Sir Ian McKellen To Lord Of The Rings And X-Men Instead
By Dirk Libbey published
Thank god Ian McKellen said no to Tom Cruise.

Someone Just Asked A Major Paramount Investor If CBS News Would Be Compromised As The Skydance Merger Finalizes And Colbert Gets The Axe
By Dirk Libbey published
Paramount's top investor shared his thoughts.
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