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Jim Hill is an entertainment writer who has specialized in covering The Walt Disney Company for nearly 40 years now. Over that time, he has interviewed hundreds of animators, actors, and Imagineers -- many of whom have shared behind-the-scenes stories with Mr. Hill about how the Mouse House really works. In addition to the 4000+ articles Jim has written for the Web, he also co-hosts a trio of popular podcasts: “Disney Dish with Len Testa,” “Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor” and “Marvel US Disney with Aaron Adams.” Mr. Hill makes his home in Southern New Hampshire with his lovely wife Nancy and two obnoxious cats, Ginger & Betty.

Stories By Jim Hill

Film & Movies17 years ago

Stage version of Disney’s “The Lion King” is an international success, but …

... in an interview with Jim Hill, production supervisor Doc Zorthian reveals how this long-running musical receives a somewhat different reception in every new country it's...
General17 years ago

“Two’s Company” expected to draw a real crowd tonight in Glendale

Jim Hill give LA-based JHM readers a heads up about a fun fundraiser that's being held this evening at the Alex Theatre, which celebrates the music...
General17 years ago

A special “Toon Much of a Good Thing” edition of Why For

Jim Hill's back with even more answers to your Disney-related questions. This time around, Jim talks about why Walt Disney Home Entertainment stopped producing 2-disc versions...
General17 years ago

Tune Thursday: Broadway’s “Lion King” balances spectacle with intimate storytelling

As this Tony Award-winning musical gets ready to celebrate its 10th anniversary in NYC, Jim Hill chats with Nathaniel Stampley. Who talks about how the sacrifices...
General17 years ago

WDI’s X-Scream Makeover of WDW’s Haunted Mansion: Part 5

Jim Hill concludes his series on this Magic Kingdom favorite by first talking about that state-of-the-art image capture system that was installed at this dark ride...
General17 years ago

WDI’s X-Scream Makeover of WDW’s Haunted Mansion: Part 4

Jim Hill continues his 5-part series on this recently revamped Magic Kingdom classic. This time around, Jim talks about a gag that the Imagineers finally felt...
General17 years ago

WDI’s X-Scream Makeover of WDW’s Haunted Mansion: Part 3

Jim Hill continues his 5-part series on this recently revamped Magic Kingdom classic. This time around, Jim reveals how WDI recycled a creative concept that had...
General17 years ago

WDI’s X-Scream Makeover of WDW’s Haunted Mansion: Part 2

Jim Hill continues his 5-part series that takes an in-depth look at this recently revamped Magic Kingdom favorite. This time around, Jim talk about how the...
General17 years ago

WDI’s X-Scream Makeover of WDW’s Haunted Mansion: Part 1

Jim Hill begins a new series that takes an in-depth look at this Magic Kingdom favorite. Which recently underwent a three-month-long overhaul that significantly enhanced many...
General17 years ago

A special “How suite it is !” edition of Why For

Jim Hill's back with even more answers to your Disney-related questions. This time around, Jim talks about the "Little Mermaid" attraction that's reportedly in the works...