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‘Phineas and Ferb' Sticks to What Works in a Welcome Return
Most TV revivals are bad. They exist solely for the cynical purpose of exploiting a familiar title, not because there are new stories worth telling in a particular world. Good TV shows are the product of a specific time in the lives of the characters on the show, the people making the show, and the people watching at home. Change one or more of those, and it usually doesn't work. There are exceptions, of course. The passage of time in some ways enhanced both Roseanne/The Conners and Party Down, because they're shows about people in dire financial straits, and revisiting them in an even worse economy made the comic stakes even sharper. And Twin Peaks: The Return was a masterpiece because traditional rules of storytelling never applied to David Lynch. More from Rolling Stone Disney's Live Action 'Snow White' Gets Digital and Physical Release Dates America Runs on Disney: Brooks Drop Surprise Limited-Edition RunDisney Sneaker Collab Lululemon's Viral Disney Capsule Initially Sold Out Fast - Here's Where It Just Restocked Online Now there's Disney's Phineas and Ferb, returning with its first new season in a decade. The family TV classic is animated, which helps enormously, because the characters don't have to age (though they do very slightly). More importantly, it's a show designed to be both timeless and formulaic, so that it can return in any era, act exactly like it always has, and nothing will seem amiss. As the infectious Bowling for Soup theme song has long explained, the title characters — stepbrothers in a blended family (voiced in the original series by, respectively, Vincent Martella and Thomas Brodie-Sangster) who live in an unnamed tri-state area — have 104 days of summer vacation to fill, and the kind of boundless imaginations, technical skills, and resources to do anything they want. In various episodes of the original series, they traveled through time and space, built the world's biggest roller coaster, and designed a plane that allowed them to circumnavigate the globe in one incredibly long summer day by always staying ahead of the sunset. Their older sister Candace (Ashley Tisdale) is obsessed with busting them by showing their mother Linda (Caroline Rhea) the boys' wild and dangerous creations. And every episode has a subplot where the family's pet platypus, Perry, secretly works as a spy, who is constantly trying to prevent the 'evil' — really, just annoying — schemes of pathetic mad scientist Heinz Doofenshmirtz (played by the show's co-creator, Dan Povenmire). Inevitably, the plots intersect when Doof's latest gadget (which always has the suffix '-inator') somehow erases evidence of the boys' latest scheme just before Linda can get a look at it. And that's it: the same idea, repeated in two stories per episode, for nearly 140 episodes that aired over eight years. But the genius of what Povenmire, co-creator Jeff 'Swampy' Marsh, and company did over those eight years was the way they gradually turned that rigid formula to their advantage. Once the audience understood that the same story beats would happen in the same rough order from week to week, no matter how different the inventions, the more the show got to have fun with it. At times, it involved the characters becoming aware of those recurring tropes, like Candace eventually deciding that there's some universal force preventing Linda from ever seeing what the boys are really doing, or Doofenshmirtz noticing when Perry is late or otherwise not following his usual routine. At others, the show found ways to subvert its own formula while somehow sticking with it; in one classic episode, Candace and Doof's teenage daughter Vanessa (Olivia Olson) swap outfits after a dry cleaner mix-up, and as a result, the usual A-story/B-story structure gets flipped, so that it's Doof with a big idea (trying to build his own floating island nation), while the boys build an -inator (albeit one with a benign purpose, to show a friend what they think will be her first rainbow). The only thing standing even partially in the way of a revival is the fact that the show had a definitive ending in 2015, with an episode set on the last day of that wonderful summer vacation. When the team reunited briefly for the 2020 movie Candace Against the Universe, the story was set earlier in that summer. As it is, there are far more individual stories than would fit into even a 104-day summer. At some point, the story needs to move forward, even a little(*). (*) There was another 2015 episode, 'Act Your Age,' set 10 years in the future, where the boys and their friends are preparing to leave for college. But nothing in it would significantly constrain stories set in the kids' present-day lives. And that is basically what this fifth season does. We begin on the last day of the school year, as Phineas has just finished telling the class about all the adventures he, Ferb, Isabella (Alyson Stoner), Baljeet (Maulik Pancholy), and Buford (Bobby Gaylor) had the previous summer. The bell rings, there's a musical number — because there's always an upbeat musical number somewhere in each episode — and then a new summer begins. When we finally get Bowling for Soup to open the second episode, the theme song's lyrics now declare, 'There's another 104 days of summer vacation,' and everything else is otherwise the same. That holds true for the show. The kids are in theory a year older, but the only way to tell that is that some of the actors' voices have gotten deeper. (Martella is now in his thirties, and he re-recorded a few of his lines in the opening credits so they're more consistent with how Phineas sounds today; Ferb is now voiced by David Errigo Jr., but he speaks so infrequently that you'd barely notice.) The show remains unapologetically self-aware. When Perry crashes into the Doofenshmirtz Evil, Inc., headquarters like usual to find out about his nemesis' latest scheme in the first episode, Doof admits, 'I know, today's -inator is a little basic. But I'm purposely starting slow.' And that classroom musical number includes Phineas acknowledging the high bar they set the previous summer, while insisting, 'I'm confident we can top ourselves somehow.' The bar is, indeed, spectacularly high. The original run is one of the greatest kid/family/whatever animated comedies of all time. With one exception, there's not anything in the five episodes I've seen that I would put against the very best of the 2000s/2010s batch. But the fact that the series is able to return after a decade away (give or take Candace Against the Universe) and still feel like itself is a remarkable achievement. The new episodes are much more of a piece from the final season or so, when the creative team was pushing harder against the boundaries of their formula, and focusing more on the supporting characters. There are several stories this time out that barely even feature Phineas and Ferb, including one that follows up on the idea that Candace's best friend Stacy (Kelly Hu) knows that Perry is really a secret agent(*). The best of this group (the one that belongs in the stratosphere of the original) is an even bigger experiment, where the kids build a giant zoetrope — which Buford dubs 'Tropey McTropeface' — and it goes off to have a delightful series of adventures that includes a romance with a local Ferris wheel, much of this accompanied by an unexpected special musical guest. It would be the weirdest new installment if it weren't for the one that turns a single joke from an old episode — that Buford for some reason has life-sized molds of all the other characters, for purposes unknown — into an entire plot, which at one point has Buford simultaneously wearing a Candace skin suit and a Linda skin suit. (Warning: You might have nightmares about that one later.) Mostly, though, Phineas and Ferb thankfully manages to still be Phineas and Ferb. (*) For O.W.C.A., the Organization Without a Cool Acronym, where all the agents are animals wearing fedoras. Later this summer, King of the Hill will return from an even longer hiatus with a season that will both age up the characters and explicitly deal with how the world has changed since that animated classic last appeared. Maybe that will work. But it's a relief to have something as funny, optimistic, joyous, and inventive as Phineas and Ferb back in our lives, acting as if barely any time at all has passed. The first two episodes of the new Phineas and Ferb season debut tonight on Disney Channel, with additional episodes releasing weekly on Saturday mornings, while 10 episodes will begin streaming June 6 on Disney+. I've seen five episodes. 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23-04-2025
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Disneyland Resort to halt runDisney races due to upcoming construction plans
Runners and Disney fans alike will have to wait a while to participate in runDisney races again at Disneyland Resort. The races at 'The Happiest Place on Earth' will be placed on hold once again to accommodate upcoming construction. 'Due to upcoming construction impacts, runDisney races at the Disneyland Resort will be placed on hiatus in 2026 after the conclusion of the 2026 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend presented by Honda. We will continue to offer races at Walt Disney World Resort, as well as virtual offerings,' the runDisney website said. The 2026 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend is scheduled for Jan. 29 through Feb.1, 2026. A popular Disneyland ride is getting a Mandalorian and Grogu-themed makeover RunDisney previously paused races at Disneyland in 2017 before returning to the resort last year. The event was canceled in 2018 and the following years due to the construction of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge and the COVID-19 pandemic. While Disney has not confirmed the exact construction plans prompting the latest hiatus, some major projects are expected to begin around the same time. Construction on a new attraction based on Pixar's Coco, which was announced during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, is anticipated to start in 2026. In addition, Disneyland Forward — a $1.9 billion, 40-year expansion plan — received final approval from the Anaheim City Council last year. The proposal allows Disney to develop new attractions, restaurants, and shops within areas it already owns and operates. Planned expansions include park attractions and hotels along the west side of Disneyland Drive, as well as new retail, dining, and entertainment venues where the Toy Story Parking Area currently sits at Katella Avenue and Harbor Boulevard. While these expansions have yet to break ground, the runDisney pause offers a possible timeline for when major construction could start. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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07-04-2025
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Move Over, Becky: Beyoncé's Haircare Line Is As Good as It Gets (and You Can Buy It at Ulta)
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Sasha Fierce knows a thing or two about creating a high-quality product. There's her recent collaboration with Levi's Jeans, her Ivy Park partnership with Adidas, and lets not forget about her line of award-winning hair products, which are now available exclusively at Ulta. More from Rolling Stone Florida vs. Houston Livestream: How to Watch the NCAA Championship Game Online Checking In: How to Watch All of 'The White Lotus' Season Three Online America Runs on Disney: Brooks Drop Surprise Limited-Edition RunDisney Sneaker Collab shop Cécred at ulta Launched in 2024, Cécred is a 'for everyone' haircare brand that targets problem areas with impactful treatments. From nourishing oils to hydrating shampoos and conditioners, these products are formulated for various hair lengths and strands. And while this beauty line was previously only sold on Cé Ulta is now teaming up with Beyoncé's label to sell Cécred (pronounced Sacred) at its more than 1400 retail stores (and online). EDITOR'S PICK $44.00 Buy Now on ulta 'Expanding into retail just one year after the launch of Cécred is a powerful testament to the efficacy of our products and the deep connection we've built with our community,' said Grace Ray, CEO at Cécred, in an official press release. 'Our partnership with Ulta Beauty and their salons enables us to bring the Cécred transformation to more consumers of all hair types and textures and experience the benefits directly with a stylist they trust. Ulta Beauty shared our vision for how the brand would come to life in retail in an unprecedented way, and we can't wait for everybody to experience this new chapter with us.' Cécred hair products give you that 'just left the salon' type feel but are still marketed at an affordable price (the cheapest item starts at just $18). They smell amazing, never leave excess residue or your hair feeling greasy, and come in stylish packaging that will make even the most basic bathroom look more like a five-star spa. So, whether you want to add a little more shine to dull, matte locks or need enhanced hydration during these transitional seasons, shop some of our favorite picks below on Ulta. $56.00 Buy Now on ulta $31.00 Buy Now on ulta $31.00 Buy Now on ulta $38.00 Buy Now on ulta $43.00 Buy Now on ulta $40.00 Buy Now on ulta Best of Rolling Stone The Best Audiophile Turntables for Your Home Audio System
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04-03-2025
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Brightline is offering a huge discount for spring break travelers. What to know
Spring break is just around the corner, and travelers have a new way to save on their Florida adventures. Brightline is rolling out a limited-time deal that could make trips between Orlando and South Florida more affordable than ever. With events, festivals, and getaways on the horizon, now might be the perfect time to plan a trip. Here's what you need to know about the latest offer from Brightline. Spring Break travelers looking to explore Florida can now take advantage of a limited-time offer from Brightline. The high-speed rail service is offering 50% off SMART fares for groups of three or more traveling between Orlando and South Florida The promotion, available for booking through Wednesday, March 5, allows travelers to save on fares for trips taken by April 30, 2025. By using the promo code "SPRING50," families and friends can secure discounted rates starting as low as $39 per guest. The offer applies to select trains running Monday through Thursday and Saturdays, with a required two-day advance purchase. More: When is spring break in Florida? Some students will be waiting awhile. See the list To help travelers plan their itineraries, Brightline has curated a City Guide featuring top events and attractions throughout Central and South Florida. The guide highlights major happenings in cities serviced by Brightline. Universal Mardi Gras (Now - March 30): Celebrate 30 years of beads, parades, music, and food at Universal Orlando. Arnold Palmer Invitational (March 3-9): Golf enthusiasts can enjoy a smooth and stress-free trip to the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Disney Surprise Weekend (April 3-6): RunDisney participants can lace up for a magical race weekend at Walt Disney World Resort. Miami Open (March 16-30): Tennis fans can catch world-class matches without the hassle of traffic. Palm Beach International Boat Show (March 19-23): Arrive hassle-free at this premier yachting and boating event. Ultra Music Festival (March 28-30): Dance your way to Miami's biggest electronic music festival. MLB Spring Training (Now - March 25): Watch teams like the Washington Nationals and Houston Astros at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches, or the Miami Marlins and St. Louis Cardinals near Brightline's West Palm Beach station. Tortuga Music Festival (April 3-6): Enjoy country, rock, and roots music on the scenic Fort Lauderdale Beach Park. For more information and to book discounted fares, visit Brightline's official website. Diamond Walker is a journalist at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach her at dkwalker@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Spring break 2025: Major Brightline discounts for Florida travel
