The Princess Diaries (1&2) Coming May 15, 2012 on Blu-ray - Pre-order

[CKane]

Princess Diaries 2 Movie Collection Blu-ray

Someone posted this on dvdizzy.com . I'm totally excited about this release!

Celebration will take place April 22-April 28, 2012

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- World renowned actress, singer and best-selling children’s author, Julie Andrews, in collaboration with Target and The Walt Disney Company, is announcing the creation and inaugural launch of National Princess Week beginning April 22, 2012.

This unprecedented collaboration highlights Julie Andrews’ longtime dedication to nurturing every child’s unique spirit, as demonstrated throughout her career on stage, screen and through her children’s book endeavors. With the support of Target and Disney, National Princess Week will celebrate the sparkle and imagination of every princess – real, aspiring or imagined.

“So many children fall in love with the whimsical wonder of princesses and all the goodness that they represent,” said Ms. Andrews. “Joining Target and Disney to host this annual event nationally will help us to recognize and celebrate the uniqueness that lies within every child.”

The event coincides with the 10-year anniversary of “The Princess Diaries,” starring Julie Andrews and Anne Hathaway, and the special two-movie collection of “The Princess Diaries” and “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement” — available for the first time ever on Disney Blu-ray.

Target and Target.com will feature an array of Disney Princess merchandise highlighting beloved princess characters such as Ariel, Cinderella and Snow White — from apparel, toys and books, to CDs, movies, personal care items and stationery. The week will also highlight the newest release in the No. 1 New York Times best-selling “The Very Fairy Princess” children’s book franchise, “The Very Fairy Princess Here Comes the Flower Girl!” co-authored by Julie’s daughter and writing partner, Emma Walton Hamilton and published by Little, Brown Books for Young Readers.

“Julie Andrews is an icon for children who love the magic of fairy princesses,” said Casey Carl, Target’s senior vice president, hardlines. “Our first National Princess Week will give Target’s guests a chance to have a ‘princess experience,’ and take home their favorite princesses and accessories.”

Ms. Andrews will be honored with the Prince Rainier III Award for her outstanding contribution to motion picture, television and theater arts during the Princess Grace Awards Gala on November 1 in New York City. The award is presented to eminent artists who have not only been highly successful in their careers, but have made significant humanitarian contributions to their fields. All award recipients receive a $25,000 grant, which will be donated to select charitable organizations benefiting children.

“We are all excited about the existence of a royal tradition, and I hope that Princess Grace would have been pleased to know that there will be a week that celebrates the sparkle in each one of us - and the belief that dreams can come true,” says Ms. Andrews.

[HD Goofnut]

Pass on both. Andrews and Hathaway have done much better films than these.

[unjichan]

Great news!!! Loved The Movies

[Batman1980]

Odd catalog choice for Disney but hoping for coupons and "tandem purchase" discounts. Also now hoping Ella Enchanted isn't far behind them.

[Acid_Edi]

YES! i want this

[MisterPilgrim]

Interesting, I enjoyed the first movie, but never saw the sequel.

Is it any good?

[Moviefan2k4]

Originally Posted by MisterPilgrim

Interesting, I enjoyed the first movie, but never saw the sequel.

Is it any good?

The second one was okay, but not great. IMO, it could've been done much better. The basic story is that Mia has been living in Genovia for some time, and is scheduled to replace her grandmother as Queen...but not before she finds a suitable husband to marry. Mia winds up torn between two suitors, one who's political stature will help her country, and one she begins to love. Mia's friend Lilly returns, but her brother Michael is notably absent. Newcomers include actors Callum Blue, Chris Pine, and Raven Symone.

[BDrischBDemented]

Originally Posted by MisterPilgrim

Interesting, I enjoyed the first movie, but never saw the sequel.

Is it any good?

The original is one of secret shame fluff movies that I enjoy watching when I'm low or sick, but the sequel is pretty underwhelming. If you go into it with nearly no expectations, you might emerge with okay results. For me it spun too wildly off into different directions, unwisely disregarded the book's sequels, and lacked nearly any of the fun and charm of the original. Also Genovia feels less like a country and more like EPCOT.

It has some slight pleasures, but the only way I'll ever get it on Blu-ray is if it's the only way to get the first movie, which seems to be the case.

[remake]

Are they going to be separate releases or on the same disc?

[Faint]

Originally Posted by victim

Are they going to be separate releases or on the same disc?

My question as well, 1 was great but 2 was not so great.

[MrHT]

I know this is going to sound weird, but I'm actually looking forward to this release.

[critterdvd]

This has always been on my "to watch" list every since the first film original was released on video - but I never got around to it. Will probably pick this up if the price is right...

[KilloWertz]

Originally Posted by victim

Are they going to be separate releases or on the same disc?

The wording in the article makes it seem like they will be packaged together, but whether they are on separate discs is up in the air of course. I would expect them to be on separate discs unless they release the movies barebones, which would be a shame.

As for the release itself, I am looking forward to getting these movies as I didn't become an Anne Hathaway fan until well after these movies came out. It'll be nice to finally see them.

[WJWS Channel 13:Amity]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

Odd catalog choice for Disney but hoping for coupons and "tandem purchase" discounts. Also now hoping Ella Enchanted isn't far behind them.

Ella isnt a disney movie, it was a Miramax movie distributed by Disney.
Hopefully Lionsgate ended up with the Distribution rights, and not echobridge.
In the meantime there is a barebones Aliance import BD with a decent enough transfer.

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by backgroundactorman

Ella isnt a disney movie, it was a Miramax movie distributed by Disney.
Hopefully Lionsgate ended up with the Distribution rights, and not echobridge.
In the meantime there is a barebones Aliance import BD with a decent enough transfer.

Which I'd be all over if I didn't need subtitles on every single BD due to my hearing loss.

[dancinde]

I can't wait for these! I hope if it's a "Double Feature" that we do get 2 different discs for the movies!

[The Mad Kiwi]

I adore the first film despite (or perhaps because of?) the cheese. I can't really defend it against naysayers since I know it doesn't hold up well to scrutiny, but I still love the heck out of it. It's one of my favorite films in Disney's live-action library. The second one I find is merely decent. It lacks the oddball quirkiness of the original, and it makes Mia the brunt of too many jokes. Still, I'm fine with a 2-Movie Collection as long as they're separate discs. Both movies are surprisingly long for the genre, so putting them together wouldn't be the best decision. Hopefully all the extras are ported over. The first film had a really nice collection of supplements.

[CKane]

Miss Congeniality is my fave movie of all time.. and Warner released it with the sequel in the same disc. If I have bad luck.. Disney will do the same with this title. Lol.

[Deciazulado]

Princess Diaries 2 Movie Collection Blu-ray

[kemcha]

While I agree with everyone that these movies are cheesy, these films are absolutely adorable and fun to watch. Anne Hathaway is simply adorable in these films and I'll be purchasing this release on the day of its release.

Finally, two of my favorite films are being released.