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Word has been circling for some time that Disney is mulling a reboot of the Indiana Jones series and wants Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris Pratt to take the whip.

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It’s been four years since Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides hit theaters, but that film’s impressive performance at the box office (despite underwhelming reviews) ensured a fifth installment of the hit franchise was on the way.

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Take a look at some photos of the Disney related merchandise that was on display at the Indianapolis Wizard World Comic Con this weekend.

Take a look at some photos from around the Indianapolis Wizard World Comic Con this past weekend.

Wizard World Comic Con Merchandise

Overview of the Show Floor

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Q&A sessions with Guardians of the Galaxy stars Michael Rooker and Karen Gillan, Harry Potter franchise regulars James & Oliver Phelps, William Shatner (“Star Trek”), Liam McIntyre (“Spartacus: War of the Damned”), WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™ and Andrew J. West “The Walking Dead,” a concert by videogame tribute band “Critical Hit,” screening of The Crow, costume contests, comics creator panels and more are among the programming highlights scheduled at the inaugural Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis, Friday through Sunday at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Most programming is included as part of the standard event admission.

Some highlights of the more than 50 panels scheduled include:

· Interactive Q&As with Shatner (Saturday, 3 p.m.), McIntyre (Saturday, 2:30 p.m.), West (Saturday, 1 p.m.), Anthony Montgomery (“Star Trek: Enterprise,” Saturday, 4 p.m.), Carol Spinney (“Sesame Street,” Saturday, 5:30 p.m.) and Jason David Frank (“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers,” Saturday, 1:30 p.m.
· Dual Q&A sessions with Rooker and Gillan (Saturday, 4 p.m.), WWE® Divas The Bella Twins™ (Saturday, 1:30 p.m.), the Phelpses (Sunday, 1:30 p.m.) and the Boondock Saints tandem of Sean Patrick Flanery and David Della Rocco (Sunday, 2:30 p.m.)
· World Of Warcraft Composer Jason Hayes Presents: Behind The Music With “Critical Hit” (Saturday, 1 p.m.). Then at 6 p.m., the band performs original arrangements and electrifying live concerts of music from the most celebrated videogames of all time
· Costume contests for adults (Saturday, 7 p.m.) and kids (Sunday, 3 p.m.), plus cosplay-themed sessions with Wizard World personality Damian Beurer, veteran cosplayer Mogchelle and others
· Comics-themed sessions with Michael Golden (“Storytelling,” Saturday, 11:30 a.m.), Jim Salicrup and Renee Witterstaetter (“Captain America,” Saturday, 5 p.m.), Tom Cook (“Tarzan,” Saturday, 5:30 p.m.) and others
· Screening of The Crow (Saturday, 7 p.m.), preceded by a Q&A with creator James O’Barr (6:30 p.m.)
· Green Ranger Half Hour of Power with Frank, a karate class for all ages (Sunday, 1:30 p.m.)
· Meet-and-greet with Frank (Saturday, 11 a.m.) (Paid event)

Unless noted, programming events take place in the designated General Programming Rooms at the Indianapolis Convention Center. VIP tickets or additional costs may apply to ensure access to select activities, as noted. (*Note: Frank Meet & Greet requires a separate ticket.)

A full list of Wizard World Comic Con Indianapolis programming is available at http://wizd.me/PRProgrammingIndianapolis (subjects, guests, times and rooms subject to change).

Wizard World, Inc. (WIZD) today announced the addition of Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago to its 2015 schedule, March 7-8 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. The event, added as a “thank you” to loyal Wizard World fans, will be specially priced at $25 for the weekend and $15 for either day.

Additionally, fans who have purchased VIP or four-day admissions to Wizard World Comic Con Chicago (August 20-23) will receive free admission to Fan Fest Chicago. Celebrity and comics creator guests and other details about the event will be announced shortly. Visit http://wizd.me/FanFestChicagoPRAdmissions to purchase admissions.

“The Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago is a great way for us to give back to the fans,” said John Macaluso, Wizard World CEO. “We appreciate so much their having made Wizard World Comic Con Chicago the biggest show in the Midwest that we have put together a low-cost, high-energy show for all to enjoy.”

Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop-fi, pop culture, movies, graphic novels, cosplay, comics, television, sci-fi, toys, video gaming, gaming, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Wizard World Comic Con Presents Fan Fest Chicago show hours are Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; and Sunday, March 8, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor.

For more on the 2015 Wizard World Comic Con Fan Fest Chicago, visit http://wizd.me/FanFestChicagoPR.

Up to 12,000 students annually spend several months in the Disney College Program, being paid to help operate rides, work in restaurants and clean hotel rooms. Since beginning in 1981, the program has grown into a massive machine, providing Disney World with about 5 percent of its workforce.

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Starbucks is now selling Disney-themed “You Are Here” mugs at locations in two of the Disney World theme parks.  …

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Managing your finances during a trip is always important, but it’s a special challenge at Disney World. Here are eight tips to keep you on track in the Happiest Place on Earth.

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