Disney+ Drive-In 2022
Catch classic Disney and Pixar flicks at this returning pop-up outdoor cinema.
Overview
Since late in 2019, when Disney launched its own streaming platform, fans of its animated classics, beloved hits and many, many super-popular franchises have been able to binge their way through the Mouse House's back catalogue from the comfort of their couch. For a few weeks in March and April this year, however, movie buffs are being asked to leave their houses to check out a selection of the company's famed titles — all thanks to the pop-up Disney+ Drive-In, which is returning to Sydney.
Yes, a streaming service is running a drive-in. Or, to put it another way, a product designed to get everyone watching on small screens at home is now endeavouring to lure viewers out to watch its flicks on a big screen from their cars. That's a very pandemic-era situation, with Disney+ teaming up with Openair Cinemas to make it happen.
The drive-in will arrive back at CommBank Stadium's northern private car park in Parramatta on Sunday, March 6, screening films most nights until Sunday, April 17. As for what'll be screening, the Disney+ Drive-In is working through the Mouse House's hits — including both the animated and live-action versions of The Lion King, fellow family-friendly hits Moana and Encanto, Pixar's Cars and Coco, and a sing-along session of Frozen.
Or, you can check out live-action throwback favourites such as Freaky Friday, 10 Things I Hate About You, Pretty Woman, Moulin Rouge! and Mrs Doubtfire — or head to the much more recent Cruella and Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings.
Popcorn, snacks and drinks will be available onsite — or you can bring your own. It's strictly a no-alcohol affair, though.
And, ticket-wise, you'll generally be paying per car — unless you decide to book a seat in the drive-in's new area, called The Park. That's where you can sit on bean loungers, get table service and listen via dedicated volume-controlled radios.
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