Bob Iger recently discussed how the MCU is cutting back on its creative work. He mentioned that fans can look forward to about 2 or 3 movies a year and 2 shows. That’s much less than what was initially planned and what we’re used to.
Right now, there are over 30 MCU projects rumored or confirmed to be in the works. But, as Brad Winderbaum recently mentioned, not all of them will actually get made and released.
Recently, rumors have been circulating, sparked by the scooper and leaker MyTimeToShineHello, suggesting that Donald Glover is being considered for a writing role.
The leaker didn’t specify which project the studio is eyeing Glover for, but he does have ties to Disney and Marvel.
Donald Glover is also someone Marvel is interested in, as a writer!
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) May 8, 2024
In 2020, Disney and Lucasfilm announced the spinoff series ‘Lando’, which later evolved into a film project,...
Right now, there are over 30 MCU projects rumored or confirmed to be in the works. But, as Brad Winderbaum recently mentioned, not all of them will actually get made and released.
Recently, rumors have been circulating, sparked by the scooper and leaker MyTimeToShineHello, suggesting that Donald Glover is being considered for a writing role.
The leaker didn’t specify which project the studio is eyeing Glover for, but he does have ties to Disney and Marvel.
Donald Glover is also someone Marvel is interested in, as a writer!
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) May 8, 2024
In 2020, Disney and Lucasfilm announced the spinoff series ‘Lando’, which later evolved into a film project,...
- 5/9/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Bob Iger recently talked about MCU downsizing its creative input. He said that fans can expect roughly 2 or three films a year and 2 shows. Which is significantly less than what was originally planned and what we’re used to seeing.
MCU currently has over 30 projects either rumored or confirmed to be in development. But as Brad Winderbaum recently pointed out, that doesn’t mean that all of them will make it into production and ultimately be released.
Still, the most recent rumors started by scooper & leaker MyTimeToShineHello, point in the direction of Donald Glover being eyed to serve as a writer.
Donald Glover is also someone Marvel is interested in, as a writer!
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) May 8, 2024
The leaker did not mention the project that the studio is interested in hiring Glover to pen, but he does have some connections to Disney and Marvel in general.
Back in 2020 that Disney and...
MCU currently has over 30 projects either rumored or confirmed to be in development. But as Brad Winderbaum recently pointed out, that doesn’t mean that all of them will make it into production and ultimately be released.
Still, the most recent rumors started by scooper & leaker MyTimeToShineHello, point in the direction of Donald Glover being eyed to serve as a writer.
Donald Glover is also someone Marvel is interested in, as a writer!
— MyTimeToShineHello (@MyTimeToShineH) May 8, 2024
The leaker did not mention the project that the studio is interested in hiring Glover to pen, but he does have some connections to Disney and Marvel in general.
Back in 2020 that Disney and...
- 5/9/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
“I’m much more comfortable being the underdog,” Kevin Feige recently told Empire.
If anyone has lost the right to call themselves an underdog, it’s got to be Feige, right? After all, he’s the head of Marvel Studios, the architect of a film franchise that dominated box offices for over a decade. He’s a key member of Disney’s corporate empire, a byword for a producer who knows how to please fans and executives alike.
Why in the world would he use that word to describe himself? Well, you don’t have to look much further than recent Marvel movie reviews and disappointing box office showings to find the answer. A degree of superhero fatigue has set in, and audiences no longer automatically line up for an increasingly unwieldy number of new Marvel entries.
Sure, some dedicated fans will disagree, but Feige clearly knows and accepts the truth.
If anyone has lost the right to call themselves an underdog, it’s got to be Feige, right? After all, he’s the head of Marvel Studios, the architect of a film franchise that dominated box offices for over a decade. He’s a key member of Disney’s corporate empire, a byword for a producer who knows how to please fans and executives alike.
Why in the world would he use that word to describe himself? Well, you don’t have to look much further than recent Marvel movie reviews and disappointing box office showings to find the answer. A degree of superhero fatigue has set in, and audiences no longer automatically line up for an increasingly unwieldy number of new Marvel entries.
Sure, some dedicated fans will disagree, but Feige clearly knows and accepts the truth.
- 5/9/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Marvel Studios has drastically reduced its output since Bob Iger returned as Disney CEO, with the hope being to get back to quality over quantity. That's led to fewer TV shows on Disney+, but at least two more Marvel Animation titles will reportedly be released this year.
According to What's On Disney Plus (via Toonado.com), the streamer has sent out an updated 2024 slate which names Black Panther spin-off Eyes Of Wakanda and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (previously known as Spider-Man: Freshman Year) as being among the platform's 2024 offerings.
Other Marvel titles mentioned include Hit-Monkey season 2 (a Marvel Television leftover), Agatha: Darkhold Diaries, and Deadpool & Wolverine. Only Hit-Monkey has a confirmed launch date of July 15; the rest are currently undated.
It's interesting that Marvel Zombies isn't listed, as we'd expected that to hit in 2024 as well. It could be that no final decision has been made on the series,...
According to What's On Disney Plus (via Toonado.com), the streamer has sent out an updated 2024 slate which names Black Panther spin-off Eyes Of Wakanda and Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (previously known as Spider-Man: Freshman Year) as being among the platform's 2024 offerings.
Other Marvel titles mentioned include Hit-Monkey season 2 (a Marvel Television leftover), Agatha: Darkhold Diaries, and Deadpool & Wolverine. Only Hit-Monkey has a confirmed launch date of July 15; the rest are currently undated.
It's interesting that Marvel Zombies isn't listed, as we'd expected that to hit in 2024 as well. It could be that no final decision has been made on the series,...
- 5/9/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
So… the new Apple Vision Pro. Pretty cool right? Well, it’s about to be even more cooler. With the MCU colliding its multiverse with the realms of Apple, a new project titled What If…? – An Immersive Story will be released soon.
As people would have guessed it, the project will be an Apple Vision Pro experience where fans may get to relive What If…?, but in virtual reality. The project also implies that fans have a say in the future of the story and overall, some people are excited about the project. Some, not most, and there’s a $3500 reason for that.
A still from What If…? Season 2
There Is A $3500 Condition For MCU’s What If…? Experience!
Yes, you heard it right. The upcoming MCU project What If…? – An Immersive Story is all the grandeur and futuristic stuff that people would have imagined in the 1980s. Reliving the...
As people would have guessed it, the project will be an Apple Vision Pro experience where fans may get to relive What If…?, but in virtual reality. The project also implies that fans have a say in the future of the story and overall, some people are excited about the project. Some, not most, and there’s a $3500 reason for that.
A still from What If…? Season 2
There Is A $3500 Condition For MCU’s What If…? Experience!
Yes, you heard it right. The upcoming MCU project What If…? – An Immersive Story is all the grandeur and futuristic stuff that people would have imagined in the 1980s. Reliving the...
- 5/8/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Disney’s stock plummeted almost immediately after their Q2 earnings report, despite better-than-anticipated results. Why? Well, it’s clear that Q3 isn’t looking too good and going forward, Disney’s movie slate is pretty lackluster. Then we talk about other Disney news and rumors such as the president of ABC News getting ousted, Bob Iger wanting more sequels and more.
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- 5/8/2024
- by PNP Newsroom
- Pirates & Princesses
Lachlan Murdoch offered a few new details on the Jv streamer this week, including the fact that it does indeed have an as-yet unshared name.
Executives from Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery have been quite guarded in offering details regarding their new joint venture sports streaming service. Some of that caginess is no doubt due to the fact that the companies are facing a lawsuit from Fubo over concerns that the service will violate antitrust laws, but Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch was given the chance to talk about the Jv when discussing Tubi’s quarterly earnings results on the traditional conference call with Wall Street analysts. He didn’t reveal many new tidbits, but he did have reassuring words for audiences who are afraid it won’t meet its target launch date of fall 2023, as well as for cable channel distributors like Fubo who are concerned the streamer will...
Executives from Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery have been quite guarded in offering details regarding their new joint venture sports streaming service. Some of that caginess is no doubt due to the fact that the companies are facing a lawsuit from Fubo over concerns that the service will violate antitrust laws, but Fox CEO Lachlan Murdoch was given the chance to talk about the Jv when discussing Tubi’s quarterly earnings results on the traditional conference call with Wall Street analysts. He didn’t reveal many new tidbits, but he did have reassuring words for audiences who are afraid it won’t meet its target launch date of fall 2023, as well as for cable channel distributors like Fubo who are concerned the streamer will...
- 5/8/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Bob Iger recently announced that the studio plans on reducing its creative output and that the fans can expect 2 or 3 movies per year in addition to 2 shows. This is a response to the catastrophic year that’s left Disney as the biggest box-office loser, having the most movies on the list.
The new release schedule is seemingly already kicking in, with ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ being the only movie to release this year. But this most likely has more to do with last year’s SAG-AFTRA strike than a change in direction.
New updated Disney schedule doesn’t reflect these changes however, as we still have plenty of Marvel content to look forward to. The first show to arrive on the streaming service is ‘Hit Monkey’ season 2, it arrives on Disney+ on July 15th. Even though it’s not under the MCU umbrella, the show has plenty of fans and it...
The new release schedule is seemingly already kicking in, with ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ being the only movie to release this year. But this most likely has more to do with last year’s SAG-AFTRA strike than a change in direction.
New updated Disney schedule doesn’t reflect these changes however, as we still have plenty of Marvel content to look forward to. The first show to arrive on the streaming service is ‘Hit Monkey’ season 2, it arrives on Disney+ on July 15th. Even though it’s not under the MCU umbrella, the show has plenty of fans and it...
- 5/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Bob Iger just revealed that the studio aims to cut back on its creative output. Fans can anticipate 2 or 3 movies per year, along with 2 shows. This decision follows a disastrous year for Disney, which landed them as the top box-office loser, with the most movies on the flop list.
The new release plan appears to be taking effect, with only ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ hitting screens this year. However, this is probably due more to last year’s SAG-AFTRA strike than a shift in strategy.
Despite the updates, the new Disney schedule still promises a wealth of Marvel content. Leading the charge is the arrival of ‘Hit Monkey’ season 2 on Disney+ on July 15th. While it may not fall under the MCU umbrella, the show boasts a dedicated fan base and is regarded as one of the top Marvel-based animated series at present.
‘Agatha: Darkhold Diaries’ is also slated for release this year,...
The new release plan appears to be taking effect, with only ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ hitting screens this year. However, this is probably due more to last year’s SAG-AFTRA strike than a shift in strategy.
Despite the updates, the new Disney schedule still promises a wealth of Marvel content. Leading the charge is the arrival of ‘Hit Monkey’ season 2 on Disney+ on July 15th. While it may not fall under the MCU umbrella, the show boasts a dedicated fan base and is regarded as one of the top Marvel-based animated series at present.
‘Agatha: Darkhold Diaries’ is also slated for release this year,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes: 5 Visual Moments From The Past Films In The Franchise. (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Wes Ball’s movie the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is already gathering a lot of praise ahead of its theatrical release. The makers dropped a preview of the film where three apes are shown along with the beautiful landscape of the movie. The movies in the Planet of the Apes film series are known for their stunning visuals, and if you need a reminder of that, then keep scrolling.
The upcoming movie, led by Freya Allan, is the fourth installment in the Planet of the Apes reboot franchise. It is set about three hundred years after the War of the Planet of the Apes. The main protagonist from the previous trilogy, Caesar, became very popular, and Andi Serkis played it. The makers used motion captures and advanced...
Wes Ball’s movie the Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is already gathering a lot of praise ahead of its theatrical release. The makers dropped a preview of the film where three apes are shown along with the beautiful landscape of the movie. The movies in the Planet of the Apes film series are known for their stunning visuals, and if you need a reminder of that, then keep scrolling.
The upcoming movie, led by Freya Allan, is the fourth installment in the Planet of the Apes reboot franchise. It is set about three hundred years after the War of the Planet of the Apes. The main protagonist from the previous trilogy, Caesar, became very popular, and Andi Serkis played it. The makers used motion captures and advanced...
- 5/8/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has lost most of its charm after Avengers: Endgame. After most of the Og characters’ story concluded following The Infinity Saga, the Kevin Feige vehicle took a different approach for The Multiverse Saga. Sadly, it did more bad than good. The introduction of the excessive amount of Disney+ Marvel shows and movies brought the MCU to its lowest.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
Fortunately, it looks like Marvel Studios has listened to its fans and realized their mistake as the latest comments by Kevin Feige hint at a brighter future for the superhero universe. The MCU boss promised his fans that he would surely return with a bang. He assured that the haters would be proven wrong and the fans would once again get back their glorious Marvel days.
Kevin Feige is highly optimistic about the MCU’s future
Kevin Feige. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Nobody imagined the...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
Fortunately, it looks like Marvel Studios has listened to its fans and realized their mistake as the latest comments by Kevin Feige hint at a brighter future for the superhero universe. The MCU boss promised his fans that he would surely return with a bang. He assured that the haters would be proven wrong and the fans would once again get back their glorious Marvel days.
Kevin Feige is highly optimistic about the MCU’s future
Kevin Feige. Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Nobody imagined the...
- 5/8/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
Marvel Studios Executive Discusses the McU's Recent Setbacks: "We're Coming Back Strong" - Main Image
Marvel Studios executive Louis D'Esposito reflected on the recent setbacks that the MCU has experienced for the last few years.
It is no secret for many fans that the franchise has been in a vulnerable state lately as some of their recent releases received underwhelming reception both financially and critically.
The studio is starting to address the issue by reducing its number of output for film and TV projects and targeting fewer releases per year compared to the earlier days of the Multiverse Saga.
Also Read: Disney CEO Bob Iger Reveals New Strategy for MCU Releases
Louis D'Esposito Addresses the Recent Setbacks in the MCU
In a recent interview, D'Esposito opened up about the McU's recent setbacks where he admitted that it has been a "rough time" for the studio.
Despite the issues that they have,...
Marvel Studios executive Louis D'Esposito reflected on the recent setbacks that the MCU has experienced for the last few years.
It is no secret for many fans that the franchise has been in a vulnerable state lately as some of their recent releases received underwhelming reception both financially and critically.
The studio is starting to address the issue by reducing its number of output for film and TV projects and targeting fewer releases per year compared to the earlier days of the Multiverse Saga.
Also Read: Disney CEO Bob Iger Reveals New Strategy for MCU Releases
Louis D'Esposito Addresses the Recent Setbacks in the MCU
In a recent interview, D'Esposito opened up about the McU's recent setbacks where he admitted that it has been a "rough time" for the studio.
Despite the issues that they have,...
- 5/8/2024
- EpicStream
Marvel Studios Reportedly Wants Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson for X-Men Reboot - Main Image
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has long boasted an impressive roster of actors and considering its untapped material, it would be safe to say that more A-list stars are on their way to the billion-dollar franchise.
Now, it appears that Marvel Studios is quite adamant about securing a huge name for the long-awaited X-Men reboot and it's someone who will certainly put more eyes into the MCU.
Also Read: Marvel Studios Executive Discusses the McU's Recent Setbacks: "We're Coming Back Strong"
Marvel Studios Reportedly Eyeing Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson for X-Men Reboot
According to a recent rumor floating around on X, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson could be McU-bound if Marvel Studios gets its way. The alleged scoop claims that the studio is eyeing the Hollywood juggernaut and WWE megastar to be involved in the anticipated reboot.
Who could The Rock play,...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has long boasted an impressive roster of actors and considering its untapped material, it would be safe to say that more A-list stars are on their way to the billion-dollar franchise.
Now, it appears that Marvel Studios is quite adamant about securing a huge name for the long-awaited X-Men reboot and it's someone who will certainly put more eyes into the MCU.
Also Read: Marvel Studios Executive Discusses the McU's Recent Setbacks: "We're Coming Back Strong"
Marvel Studios Reportedly Eyeing Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson for X-Men Reboot
According to a recent rumor floating around on X, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson could be McU-bound if Marvel Studios gets its way. The alleged scoop claims that the studio is eyeing the Hollywood juggernaut and WWE megastar to be involved in the anticipated reboot.
Who could The Rock play,...
- 5/8/2024
- EpicStream
Taylor Swift’s Bf Travis Kelce Gets Trolled Over News Of His Acting Debut. (Photo Credit – Instagram)
Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, is on a roll these days after locking a multi-million deal with the Kansas City Chiefs; he has now landed a role in the horror series Grotesquerie. The NFL star confirmed the news recently via his social media page. It will be made by the American Horror Story fame’s Ryan Murphy, a renowned American writer, director, and producer.
Murphy teased the series earlier this year, taking to his social media account. It will be under Ryan Murphy Productions and FX. For the unversed, Kelce has been associated with the entertainment world for a few years as he had his dating reality show, Catching Kelce, in 2016. He has also acted in multiple sketches on the popular American show Saturday Night Live in March last year. Kelce also...
Taylor Swift’s boyfriend, Travis Kelce, is on a roll these days after locking a multi-million deal with the Kansas City Chiefs; he has now landed a role in the horror series Grotesquerie. The NFL star confirmed the news recently via his social media page. It will be made by the American Horror Story fame’s Ryan Murphy, a renowned American writer, director, and producer.
Murphy teased the series earlier this year, taking to his social media account. It will be under Ryan Murphy Productions and FX. For the unversed, Kelce has been associated with the entertainment world for a few years as he had his dating reality show, Catching Kelce, in 2016. He has also acted in multiple sketches on the popular American show Saturday Night Live in March last year. Kelce also...
- 5/8/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Marvel Boss Kevin Feige Reflects On MCU’s Box Office Failures(Photo Credit –Wikimedia)
Kevin Feige is hopeful that Marvel will turn around from its rough phase box office-wise. The Marvel boss has recently reflected on the current state of the MCU and shared his thoughts on it. The studio is, however, looking forward to Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Deadpool & Wolverine’s theatrical release for a blockbuster. Keep scrolling to get the deets.
Over the past few years, especially after Avengers: Endgame’s release, the MCU has been going through a tough time as its films are not doing as well as before. Some assume that this might be the case of superhero fatigue, but the Endgame directors Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, aka the Russo brothers, believe it is due to a generational gap. However, some movies have done well commercially and critically, like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3...
Kevin Feige is hopeful that Marvel will turn around from its rough phase box office-wise. The Marvel boss has recently reflected on the current state of the MCU and shared his thoughts on it. The studio is, however, looking forward to Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s Deadpool & Wolverine’s theatrical release for a blockbuster. Keep scrolling to get the deets.
Over the past few years, especially after Avengers: Endgame’s release, the MCU has been going through a tough time as its films are not doing as well as before. Some assume that this might be the case of superhero fatigue, but the Endgame directors Joe Russo and Anthony Russo, aka the Russo brothers, believe it is due to a generational gap. However, some movies have done well commercially and critically, like Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 3...
- 5/8/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Prime Video’s The Goat Cast: Where Have We Seen These Reality Stars Before?(Photo Credit –YouTube)
Who is the greatest reality star of all time? Amazon’s new series, The Goat, promises to settle this debate. In this reality series, 14 famous reality stars battle it out to be declared The Greatest of All Time. As the contestants compete to win a prize of $200k, they must go through numerous challenges inspired by other reality competitions.
Hosted by comedian Daniel Tosh, The Goat features contestants from some of the biggest reality shows, including Big Brother, Dancing With The Stars, Love Is Blind, and Survivor. As you prepare to watch the show, here is all you need to know about the cast members of The Goat.
Cj Franco
Cj Franco is a 33-year-old model, content creator, and TV personality previously seen in the Max dating reality series, FBoy Island. She has...
Who is the greatest reality star of all time? Amazon’s new series, The Goat, promises to settle this debate. In this reality series, 14 famous reality stars battle it out to be declared The Greatest of All Time. As the contestants compete to win a prize of $200k, they must go through numerous challenges inspired by other reality competitions.
Hosted by comedian Daniel Tosh, The Goat features contestants from some of the biggest reality shows, including Big Brother, Dancing With The Stars, Love Is Blind, and Survivor. As you prepare to watch the show, here is all you need to know about the cast members of The Goat.
Cj Franco
Cj Franco is a 33-year-old model, content creator, and TV personality previously seen in the Max dating reality series, FBoy Island. She has...
- 5/8/2024
- by Jashandeep Singh
- KoiMoi
Bob Iger On MCU Content(Photo Credit –Twitter/IMDb)
After “Avengers: Endgame”, Marvel has released numerous movies and series to keep their fandom engaged. However, following the conclusion of the Infinity Saga, only a few of these titles have received positive reviews. Among the well-received films are “Spider-Man: Far From Home,” “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” In terms of series, “WandaVision,” “Loki,” and “What If…?” have managed to captivate viewers. Bob Iger has finally got into action to implement a new strategy.
Many Marvel fans have voiced concerns that recent stories lack the impact of earlier instalments. In the past, Marvel Entertainment typically released only 1-2 movies per year, each with a strong narrative, compelling villains, and memorable moments. Now, Disney CEO Bob Iger has made a significant decision regarding the future of MCU content.
Trending As David Corenswet Debuts As Superman,...
After “Avengers: Endgame”, Marvel has released numerous movies and series to keep their fandom engaged. However, following the conclusion of the Infinity Saga, only a few of these titles have received positive reviews. Among the well-received films are “Spider-Man: Far From Home,” “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” and “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” In terms of series, “WandaVision,” “Loki,” and “What If…?” have managed to captivate viewers. Bob Iger has finally got into action to implement a new strategy.
Many Marvel fans have voiced concerns that recent stories lack the impact of earlier instalments. In the past, Marvel Entertainment typically released only 1-2 movies per year, each with a strong narrative, compelling villains, and memorable moments. Now, Disney CEO Bob Iger has made a significant decision regarding the future of MCU content.
Trending As David Corenswet Debuts As Superman,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
2023 turned out to be disastrous for Disney and for Marvel Studios. Most of their movies flopped, and TV shows were met with mixed reviews at best. Disney concluded its first year in a long time not having a billion dollar movie, and Marvel Studios concluded the year with ‘The Marvels’ which is officially the lowest-grossing movie in the MCU, and the first movie not to break the $100 million threshold at the domestic box office.
Recently, the list of biggest box-office flops was revealed, and most of Disney movies were on it, with ‘The Marvels’ losing an eye-watering $237 million dollars on a single project. This seems like a drop in the bucket for one of the most powerful entertainment and media companies in the galaxy, but it was enough to prompt some drastic changes.
Back when ‘The Marvels’ was first released, Iger commented how the studio would focus on the quality...
Recently, the list of biggest box-office flops was revealed, and most of Disney movies were on it, with ‘The Marvels’ losing an eye-watering $237 million dollars on a single project. This seems like a drop in the bucket for one of the most powerful entertainment and media companies in the galaxy, but it was enough to prompt some drastic changes.
Back when ‘The Marvels’ was first released, Iger commented how the studio would focus on the quality...
- 5/8/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Marvel Studios are planning to scale down their output.The company's president Kevin Feige and co-president Louis D’Esposito have acknowledged they have taken "a little hit" in recent years but have "learned [their] lesson" and think they will be in a stronger position if they limit the number of films and TV shows they release in a short space of time.Speaking to Empire magazine, Louis said: “If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us. We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong."Maybe when you do too much, you dilute yourself a little bit. We’re not going to do that anymore. We learned our lesson. Maybe two to three films a year and one or two shows, as opposed to doing four films and four shows.”This year, 'Deadpool + Wolverine' will be the only Marvel movie release,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
With the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) expanding at an exponential rate over the past decade, fans have witnessed an endless supply of fresh movies and TV shows hitting theaters as well as streaming services every year. But now, Disney CEO Bob Iger, 73, has declared that Marvel Studios will be scaling back their output, releasing only 2-3 movies and 2 TV shows per year.
While some fans might feel disenchanted by the announcement of fewer Marvel projects in the pipeline, a lot of them actually welcome and appreciate Iger’s decision. Meanwhile, with so many flicks and TV shows coming out in the past few years, some fans have voiced worries that the quality of the MCU may have been compromised in favor of quantity.
Bob Iger via Apple TV
As a result, Marvel Studios may be able to focus on producing content of a higher caliber that truly resonates with audiences...
While some fans might feel disenchanted by the announcement of fewer Marvel projects in the pipeline, a lot of them actually welcome and appreciate Iger’s decision. Meanwhile, with so many flicks and TV shows coming out in the past few years, some fans have voiced worries that the quality of the MCU may have been compromised in favor of quantity.
Bob Iger via Apple TV
As a result, Marvel Studios may be able to focus on producing content of a higher caliber that truly resonates with audiences...
- 5/8/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The Anaheim City Council gave final approval today to DisneylandForward, the $1.9 billion, Disney’s multi-decade expansion plan for Walt’s original park. Today’s 7-0 procedural vote came after a unanimous vote approving the project in April. The zoning and other changes laid out by the plan to take effect in 30 days.
Those changes include zoning that will allow mixed use development where it does not exist now. The proposal allows the redeployment of some 57 acres of parking and unused land. Artists’ renderings of the plans provided by Disney, while conceptual, show one major development to the west of the current parks near the Disneyland Hotel and another to the southeast of California Adventure. Both plots are currently dedicated mostly to parking.
That would allow theme park attractions alongside hotels on the west side of Disneyland Drive. See rendering below.
It would also allow theme park attractions alongside new shopping,...
Those changes include zoning that will allow mixed use development where it does not exist now. The proposal allows the redeployment of some 57 acres of parking and unused land. Artists’ renderings of the plans provided by Disney, while conceptual, show one major development to the west of the current parks near the Disneyland Hotel and another to the southeast of California Adventure. Both plots are currently dedicated mostly to parking.
That would allow theme park attractions alongside hotels on the west side of Disneyland Drive. See rendering below.
It would also allow theme park attractions alongside new shopping,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
Earlier today, Disney CEO Bob Iger outlines plans to reduce Marvel Studios' film and TV output over the next few years. This is part of a "quality over quantity" approach, which was implemented after several recent MCU projects underperformed.
In fact, the most recent big-screen release, The Marvels, ended up becoming the lowest-grossing MCU movie of all time after taking in just $206 million worldwide at the end of its theatrical run.
While speaking to Empire, studio heads Kevin Feige and Louis D’Esposito acknowledged that the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been going through a "rough time," but they both believe that this year's Deadpool and Wolverine will mark a turning point for the franchise.
“If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us," said D'Esposito. "We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong. Maybe when you do too much,...
In fact, the most recent big-screen release, The Marvels, ended up becoming the lowest-grossing MCU movie of all time after taking in just $206 million worldwide at the end of its theatrical run.
While speaking to Empire, studio heads Kevin Feige and Louis D’Esposito acknowledged that the Marvel Cinematic Universe has been going through a "rough time," but they both believe that this year's Deadpool and Wolverine will mark a turning point for the franchise.
“If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us," said D'Esposito. "We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong. Maybe when you do too much,...
- 5/8/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Marvel Studios Co-President Louis D’Esposito and Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige are addressing the rough patch the studio has been through over the last few years.
“If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us,” D’Esposito said in an interview with Empire. “We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong.”
He continued, “Maybe when you do too much, you dilute yourself a little bit. We’re not going to do that anymore. We learned our lesson. Maybe two to three films a year and one or two shows, as opposed to doing four films and four shows.”
D’Esposito is talking about “superhero fatigue,” which Disney CEO Bob Iger acknowledged in today’s earnings call. The plan going forward with Marvel Studios is to release “two good films” a year, possibly three, and cut the number of TV series spinoffs.
“If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us,” D’Esposito said in an interview with Empire. “We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong.”
He continued, “Maybe when you do too much, you dilute yourself a little bit. We’re not going to do that anymore. We learned our lesson. Maybe two to three films a year and one or two shows, as opposed to doing four films and four shows.”
D’Esposito is talking about “superhero fatigue,” which Disney CEO Bob Iger acknowledged in today’s earnings call. The plan going forward with Marvel Studios is to release “two good films” a year, possibly three, and cut the number of TV series spinoffs.
- 5/8/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
The Marvel Cinematic Universe was on the top of its game for so long that it seemed as though it always would be, but following the conclusion of the Infinity Saga, the franchise has stumbled and even released a couple of box-office bombs. Louis D’Esposito, co-president of Marvel Studios, is well aware that the franchise has been struggling, particularly in 2023, as he told Empire, “It’s been a rough time.“
Thankfully, the MCU will be taking a breather as Deadpool & Wolverine will be the only Marvel movie in theaters this year, and D’Esposito believes it will help get them back on track. “If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us,” he said. “We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong.” We should also see fewer MCU movies and TV shows moving forward. “Maybe when you do too much,...
Thankfully, the MCU will be taking a breather as Deadpool & Wolverine will be the only Marvel movie in theaters this year, and D’Esposito believes it will help get them back on track. “If we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us,” he said. “We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong.” We should also see fewer MCU movies and TV shows moving forward. “Maybe when you do too much,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Disney is reducing the annual slate of Marvel Studios films from around four to two “or a maximum three”, CEO Bob Iger said on Tuesday, echoing previous remarks about a strategy shift in the wake of superhero fatigue.
“We’ve been working hard with the studios to reduce output and focus more on quality; that’s particularly true with Marvel,” Iger told analysts during a Q2 earnings call.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to about two TV series a year instead of what had become four, and reduce our film output from maybe four a year...
“We’ve been working hard with the studios to reduce output and focus more on quality; that’s particularly true with Marvel,” Iger told analysts during a Q2 earnings call.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to about two TV series a year instead of what had become four, and reduce our film output from maybe four a year...
- 5/7/2024
- ScreenDaily
Disney is reducing the annual slate of Marvel Studios films from around four to two “or a maximum three”, CEO Bob Iger said on Tuesday, echoing previous remarks about a strategy shift in the wake of superhero fatigue.
“We’ve been working hard with the studios to reduce output and focus more on quality; that’s particularly true with Marvel,” Iger told analysts during a Q2 earnings call.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to about two TV series a year instead of what had become four, and reduce our film output from maybe four a year...
“We’ve been working hard with the studios to reduce output and focus more on quality; that’s particularly true with Marvel,” Iger told analysts during a Q2 earnings call.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to about two TV series a year instead of what had become four, and reduce our film output from maybe four a year...
- 5/7/2024
- ScreenDaily
Marvel Studios co-president Louis D’Esposito admitted to Empire magazine that “it’s been a rough time” for the Marvel Cinematic Universe following a rocky 2023 that included box office flops “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” and “The Marvels.” The latter title is the lowest-grossing MCU movie of all time with just $206 million worldwide. Marvel didn’t fare better on television, where series such as “Secret Invasion” were widely panned by critics.
Despite these setbacks, D’Esposito is committed to seeing the glass half full. He told the publication that “if we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us. We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong.”
“Maybe when you do too much, you dilute yourself a little bit,” D’Esposito added. “We’re not going to do that anymore. We learned our lesson. Maybe two to three films a...
Despite these setbacks, D’Esposito is committed to seeing the glass half full. He told the publication that “if we just stayed on top, that would have been the worst thing that could have happened to us. We took a little hit, we’re coming back strong.”
“Maybe when you do too much, you dilute yourself a little bit,” D’Esposito added. “We’re not going to do that anymore. We learned our lesson. Maybe two to three films a...
- 5/7/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
In the past few years, Disney projects haven’t had the best box-office performances. In these difficult times, many fans have turned to the CEO of the company, Bob Iger, seeking answers about why one of the biggest companies of all time is having such a grand, yet difficult-to-watch, fall from grace.
Moana (2016)
Their wishes seem to have come true, as the executive has recently spoken about the company’s new strategies. He revealed that they would be taking an approach that did not favor sequels. This could be very bad news for Dwayne Johnson’s Moana.
Bob Iger Reveals Disney’s New Strategy
Bob Iger was recently on a conference call with analysts, via Deadline, where he talked about what Disney will be doing in the near future to fix its mistakes. He specifically talked about one of the biggest criticisms it has been getting from all sides; its...
Moana (2016)
Their wishes seem to have come true, as the executive has recently spoken about the company’s new strategies. He revealed that they would be taking an approach that did not favor sequels. This could be very bad news for Dwayne Johnson’s Moana.
Bob Iger Reveals Disney’s New Strategy
Bob Iger was recently on a conference call with analysts, via Deadline, where he talked about what Disney will be doing in the near future to fix its mistakes. He specifically talked about one of the biggest criticisms it has been getting from all sides; its...
- 5/7/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
(Stock image via Unsplash)
After integrating Hulu content into Disney Plus last year, Disney executives say they will do the same with ESPN content and live sports, with the company rolling out a dedicated ESPN section within Disney Plus later this year.
On a conference call with investors on Tuesday, Disney CEO Bob Iger said the launch of the ESPN tile is intended to generate interest in ESPN’s live sports as the company readies a standalone streaming version of ESPN’s cable multiplex networks in the second half of 2025.
“It’s a start in terms of essentially conditioning the audience or subscribers to Disney Plus and Hulu to the fact that sports is going to be there, and it also will help us in terms of overall engagement with our bundle,” Iger said on the call.
Iger said Disney was encouraged by the bundling of Disney Plus with Hulu...
After integrating Hulu content into Disney Plus last year, Disney executives say they will do the same with ESPN content and live sports, with the company rolling out a dedicated ESPN section within Disney Plus later this year.
On a conference call with investors on Tuesday, Disney CEO Bob Iger said the launch of the ESPN tile is intended to generate interest in ESPN’s live sports as the company readies a standalone streaming version of ESPN’s cable multiplex networks in the second half of 2025.
“It’s a start in terms of essentially conditioning the audience or subscribers to Disney Plus and Hulu to the fact that sports is going to be there, and it also will help us in terms of overall engagement with our bundle,” Iger said on the call.
Iger said Disney was encouraged by the bundling of Disney Plus with Hulu...
- 5/7/2024
- by Matthew Keys
- The Desk
You have about a month left to steal “Loki” from your sister’s Disney+ account. And don’t count on Dr. Stephen Strange to roll back time on this one.
As previously announced, the Disney+ password-sharing crackdown will start in June “in very select markets,” Disney CEO Bob Iger reiterated on Tuesday. It’s an unpopular move, sure, but a “necessary and very, very productive” one in the race to catch Netflix, Iger said. Aw, that’s sweet: he still thinks Disney+ has a chance.
Iger, on a Tuesday conference call tied to quarterly earnings, called Netflix “the gold standard when it comes to streaming,” but added that Disney’s content stacks up “really well” vs. Netflix. What doesn’t stack up is the tech stack.
It is a head start on streaming technology that separates Netflix from the pack, Iger said, which is why the industry leader has industry-leading margins.
As previously announced, the Disney+ password-sharing crackdown will start in June “in very select markets,” Disney CEO Bob Iger reiterated on Tuesday. It’s an unpopular move, sure, but a “necessary and very, very productive” one in the race to catch Netflix, Iger said. Aw, that’s sweet: he still thinks Disney+ has a chance.
Iger, on a Tuesday conference call tied to quarterly earnings, called Netflix “the gold standard when it comes to streaming,” but added that Disney’s content stacks up “really well” vs. Netflix. What doesn’t stack up is the tech stack.
It is a head start on streaming technology that separates Netflix from the pack, Iger said, which is why the industry leader has industry-leading margins.
- 5/7/2024
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
The Outlaws are caught up in a murder investigation in a newly released trailer for the comedic thriller’s third season (premiering with all five episodes on Friday, May 31 on Prime Video).
The show follows a group of strangers from different walks of life forced together to complete a community payback sentence in Bristol. In the upcoming season, “with crime boss The Dean (Claes Bang) behind bars awaiting trial, The Outlaws are moving on with their lives—until one of their own returns with a deadly secret, hurling them back into mortal danger,” reads the official synopsis. “As a murder...
The show follows a group of strangers from different walks of life forced together to complete a community payback sentence in Bristol. In the upcoming season, “with crime boss The Dean (Claes Bang) behind bars awaiting trial, The Outlaws are moving on with their lives—until one of their own returns with a deadly secret, hurling them back into mortal danger,” reads the official synopsis. “As a murder...
- 5/7/2024
- by Vlada Gelman
- TVLine.com
How much Marvel is too much? That question has hung over the MCU for more than five years, since Avengers: Endgame gave viewers an easy jumping off point. In that time, Marvel has released 25 movies, TV series, and specials, few of them pleasing all but the most committed fans.
It’s no surprise that, since he came back as Disney’s CEO, Bob Iger has talked several times about reducing MCU output. He hasn’t offered much in the way of specifics until now, but that still raises questions about the franchise’s future success.
Bob Iger Reduces Marvel Output
In a quarterly earnings call described by Variety, Iger clarified the company’s Marvel plan moving forward. “We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four and reduce our film output from maybe four a year to two,...
It’s no surprise that, since he came back as Disney’s CEO, Bob Iger has talked several times about reducing MCU output. He hasn’t offered much in the way of specifics until now, but that still raises questions about the franchise’s future success.
Bob Iger Reduces Marvel Output
In a quarterly earnings call described by Variety, Iger clarified the company’s Marvel plan moving forward. “We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four and reduce our film output from maybe four a year to two,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
Ever since the Disney and Marvel Studios’ merger, the new studio has seen some of the best as well as some of the worst days. There was a time when everything with the Marvel stamp on it was selling like hotcakes, and Disney was busy milking the cash cow with multiple releases every year.
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
However, the excess pressure on the MCU and its branches led to a decline in quality, and slowly but surely the viewers caught on it. After facing several box office disasters, Disney+MCU is taking a new approach, trying to bring back quality to the once beloved franchise.
However, a recent statement from Disney CEO Bob Iger is going to upset a lot of die-hard fans, who’ve been following the franchise from its earliest days.
Disney is going to decrease MCU’s output Bob Iger on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The continuous...
The Marvel Cinematic Universe
However, the excess pressure on the MCU and its branches led to a decline in quality, and slowly but surely the viewers caught on it. After facing several box office disasters, Disney+MCU is taking a new approach, trying to bring back quality to the once beloved franchise.
However, a recent statement from Disney CEO Bob Iger is going to upset a lot of die-hard fans, who’ve been following the franchise from its earliest days.
Disney is going to decrease MCU’s output Bob Iger on Jimmy Kimmel Live!
The continuous...
- 5/7/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
Live sports are coming to Disney+ sooner than you might think.
ESPN says that next Tuesday’s WNBA tip-off games, including Caitlin Clark’s regular season debut with the league, will stream on Disney+.
On May 14, Clark’s Indiana Fever will face off against the Connecticut Sun, and the Phoenix Mercury will face the Las Vegas Aces. Both games will stream on Disney+, the company says, and will also be available on ESPN+, and on ESPN2.
The WNBA games are a big deal, as until now, Disney+ has not been in the live sports business, with one rare exception. Disney has done some experimental streams with the NFL and NHL, in which it used technology to stream games live, but with animated characters in place of the actual athletes.
The WNBA games will be the full, studio productions, not animated simulcasts. And given the hype and interest Clark is bringing to the league,...
ESPN says that next Tuesday’s WNBA tip-off games, including Caitlin Clark’s regular season debut with the league, will stream on Disney+.
On May 14, Clark’s Indiana Fever will face off against the Connecticut Sun, and the Phoenix Mercury will face the Las Vegas Aces. Both games will stream on Disney+, the company says, and will also be available on ESPN+, and on ESPN2.
The WNBA games are a big deal, as until now, Disney+ has not been in the live sports business, with one rare exception. Disney has done some experimental streams with the NFL and NHL, in which it used technology to stream games live, but with animated characters in place of the actual athletes.
The WNBA games will be the full, studio productions, not animated simulcasts. And given the hype and interest Clark is bringing to the league,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Alex Weprin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The fact that there was going to be a Blade reboot as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe came as a huge surprise when the announcement was made at the San Diego Comic-Con back in July of 2019 – but all these years later, we’re still waiting on the film to make its way into production. In fact, with Bob Iger recently announcing that the studio was cutting back (even more) on Marvel stuff, Blade’s future seems in limbo. So, here’s Everything We Know About Blade.
Mahershala Ali
The Blade character was previously played by Wesley Snipes in three feature films and by Sticky Fingaz in a short-lived television series. This time around, he’s going to be played by Mahershala Ali, who was already attached to the project when it was announced in 2019… and while there was no indication online that Ali has been interested in playing Blade,...
Mahershala Ali
The Blade character was previously played by Wesley Snipes in three feature films and by Sticky Fingaz in a short-lived television series. This time around, he’s going to be played by Mahershala Ali, who was already attached to the project when it was announced in 2019… and while there was no indication online that Ali has been interested in playing Blade,...
- 5/7/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Comments from Disney CEO Bob Iger following its most recent earnings report could be interpreted as a sign that Disney wants to bring linear and digital entertainment closer.
The Disney Bundle is resembling the old cable bundle more and more every day. Viewers can already access entertainment from both Disney+ and Hulu within the Disney+ app, and company CEO Bob Iger promised on Tuesday that select sports content from ESPN will arrive on the streamer before the end of 2024, ahead of a wider sports integration next year. Speaking with Wall Street analysts as part of Disney’s quarterly earnings report, Iger touted the flexibility of his platforms and pointed to shows like “Shōgun” as proof that his linear channels are working well in concert with his streamers. That’s a far cry from the tone Iger took regarding networks like ABC in summer of 2023, and the shift could signal that...
The Disney Bundle is resembling the old cable bundle more and more every day. Viewers can already access entertainment from both Disney+ and Hulu within the Disney+ app, and company CEO Bob Iger promised on Tuesday that select sports content from ESPN will arrive on the streamer before the end of 2024, ahead of a wider sports integration next year. Speaking with Wall Street analysts as part of Disney’s quarterly earnings report, Iger touted the flexibility of his platforms and pointed to shows like “Shōgun” as proof that his linear channels are working well in concert with his streamers. That’s a far cry from the tone Iger took regarding networks like ABC in summer of 2023, and the shift could signal that...
- 5/7/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Disney’s latest quarterly earnings report and conference call with management had much for Wall Street to like, including progress toward streaming profits and an increased full-year earnings forecast, but it wasn’t enough to keep its shares from dropping around 10 percent on Tuesday.
As of 12:15 p.m. E.T., Disney’s stock was down 10.4 percent at $104.32, making it one of the stock’s worst days over the past year.
While many analysts sounded upbeat notes on several fronts, especially Disney’s moving closer to streaming profitability, the Hollywood conglomerate reported mixed fiscal second-quarter earnings and some near-term challenges, including at theme parks. Newish Disney CFO Hugh Johnston, for example, warned on the earnings call that despite “healthy demand” at parks, “we are seeing some evidence of a global moderation from peak post-covid travel.”
All in all, it wasn’t enough to boost bullishness to new heights. And with...
As of 12:15 p.m. E.T., Disney’s stock was down 10.4 percent at $104.32, making it one of the stock’s worst days over the past year.
While many analysts sounded upbeat notes on several fronts, especially Disney’s moving closer to streaming profitability, the Hollywood conglomerate reported mixed fiscal second-quarter earnings and some near-term challenges, including at theme parks. Newish Disney CFO Hugh Johnston, for example, warned on the earnings call that despite “healthy demand” at parks, “we are seeing some evidence of a global moderation from peak post-covid travel.”
All in all, it wasn’t enough to boost bullishness to new heights. And with...
- 5/7/2024
- by Georg Szalai
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Disney has been trying to get back on track as their acquired properties have taken hits over the years. Marvel Studios is a big brand that audiences have voted against with their wallets lately. With projects like Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and The Marvels underperforming at the box office, many people debated whether superhero fatigue had finally set in. When Bob Iger returned to run the House of Mouse, the CEO had voiced his concerns over the quantity of material that Marvel and Star Wars had been releasing. He had also championed films focusing on story rather than messages.
Iger had long pledged to reduce the number of projects that Marvel and Star Wars produce. According to Variety, in the company’s quarterly earnings call on Tuesday, the CEO said, “We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of...
Iger had long pledged to reduce the number of projects that Marvel and Star Wars produce. According to Variety, in the company’s quarterly earnings call on Tuesday, the CEO said, “We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of...
- 5/7/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Disney started with over $116 a share ahead of its earnings call, but that quickly ended as the stock price plummeted $11 per share due to reports of a weak Q3.
The Q2 earnings were mostly positive, with gains made in streaming and improving ESPN+ losses. Most of their goals were met or exceeded.
So why did the stock plummet?
One reason could be that Disney CEO Bob Iger and senior executive VP and CFO Hugh Johnston kept reporting that they expect those gains to go away during Q3.
Several times during the investment call, they mentioned that they expect the third quarter to see a decline due to various factors, including higher wages, pre-opening costs related to Disney Cruise Lines’s upcoming Disney Adventure and Disney Treasure ships, and their new Lookout Cay island. During the call it was also mentioned that there was a “one-time” payout coming, but they didn’t explain what that was.
The Q2 earnings were mostly positive, with gains made in streaming and improving ESPN+ losses. Most of their goals were met or exceeded.
So why did the stock plummet?
One reason could be that Disney CEO Bob Iger and senior executive VP and CFO Hugh Johnston kept reporting that they expect those gains to go away during Q3.
Several times during the investment call, they mentioned that they expect the third quarter to see a decline due to various factors, including higher wages, pre-opening costs related to Disney Cruise Lines’s upcoming Disney Adventure and Disney Treasure ships, and their new Lookout Cay island. During the call it was also mentioned that there was a “one-time” payout coming, but they didn’t explain what that was.
- 5/7/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
True to his earlier word, Disney CEO Bob Iger is cutting back on all things Marvel, reducing the number of TV series and movies to a mere non-Hulk-sized handful.
The news comes as part of Disney's quarterly earnings call, which Variety covered on Tuesday. Iger told reporters that the company's path forward will focus on quality over quantity, a course correction from the last several years of pumping out stories even tangentially related to the Avengers.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four and reduce our film output from maybe four a year to two, or a maximum of three," Iger said.
The news comes as part of Disney's quarterly earnings call, which Variety covered on Tuesday. Iger told reporters that the company's path forward will focus on quality over quantity, a course correction from the last several years of pumping out stories even tangentially related to the Avengers.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four and reduce our film output from maybe four a year to two, or a maximum of three," Iger said.
- 5/7/2024
- by Danette Chavez
- Primetimer
Disney’s adjusted earnings per share for the March quarter beat Wall Street forecasts — but the company’s stock price stumbled amid concerning signs for the Mouse House.
Shares of Disney were down 10.4%, to $104.41/share, as of noon Et on Tuesday, before closing at $105.39/share (down 9.5% for the day). The pullback comes after the stock was up 29% year to date as of Monday.
While Disney’s theme parks business drove top- and bottom-line growth for the first three months of 2024 — with revenue growth of 10% and segment operating income up 12% — the company said the June quarter’s segment operating income is expected to come in roughly comparable to the prior year, with revenue flat.
On the earnings call, CFO Hugh Johnston told analysts, “While consumers continue to travel in record numbers and we are still seeing healthy demand, we have seen some evidence of a global moderation from peak post-covid travel” at Disney’s theme parks.
Shares of Disney were down 10.4%, to $104.41/share, as of noon Et on Tuesday, before closing at $105.39/share (down 9.5% for the day). The pullback comes after the stock was up 29% year to date as of Monday.
While Disney’s theme parks business drove top- and bottom-line growth for the first three months of 2024 — with revenue growth of 10% and segment operating income up 12% — the company said the June quarter’s segment operating income is expected to come in roughly comparable to the prior year, with revenue flat.
On the earnings call, CFO Hugh Johnston told analysts, “While consumers continue to travel in record numbers and we are still seeing healthy demand, we have seen some evidence of a global moderation from peak post-covid travel” at Disney’s theme parks.
- 5/7/2024
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe isn’t what it used to be anymore. From failing movies to cringe scenes (just look at Thor: Love and Thunder), the MCU is suffering through the effects of post-Endgame clarity.
Disney’s current CEO, Bob Iger, recently unveiled a new plan for the Marvel Cinematic Universe which seems good (at first). However, it is the majority opinion of the people that this new plan isn’t going to work.
Brie Larson and Teyonah Parris in The Marvels
Marvel Studios Isn’t What It Used To Be
Maybe it is a bold statement, or a rude one, but all things considered, there is quite a noticeable difference observed in the MCU before Avengers: Endgame and the MCU today. Releasing movies like selling cotton candies at a fair, the MCU simply had a lot on its plate (not even counting the TV shows).
Bob...
Disney’s current CEO, Bob Iger, recently unveiled a new plan for the Marvel Cinematic Universe which seems good (at first). However, it is the majority opinion of the people that this new plan isn’t going to work.
Brie Larson and Teyonah Parris in The Marvels
Marvel Studios Isn’t What It Used To Be
Maybe it is a bold statement, or a rude one, but all things considered, there is quite a noticeable difference observed in the MCU before Avengers: Endgame and the MCU today. Releasing movies like selling cotton candies at a fair, the MCU simply had a lot on its plate (not even counting the TV shows).
Bob...
- 5/7/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Fireworks at Disney’s first-quarter earnings amid a bitter proxy fight quieted down in the second and the company’s commentary on a call today, especially around the parks business, generated some investor angst and knocked the stock lower.
Disney shares are down nearly 10% late morning at about $105.
Parks, as has been the pattern, was outstanding for the three months ended in March with revenue up 10% and operating income up 12%. But the future may not be as clear.
The uptick was driven by international led by Hong Kong Disneyland. Walt Disney World and the cruise line were solid. But Disneyland, despite growing attendance and per capita spend, saw results dip year-on-year on higher costs, including labor, said CFO Hugh Johnston on an earnings call with analysts.
A big surprise — he said Parks growth in the current fiscal third quarter will be flat for a few reasons including “some normalization of...
Disney shares are down nearly 10% late morning at about $105.
Parks, as has been the pattern, was outstanding for the three months ended in March with revenue up 10% and operating income up 12%. But the future may not be as clear.
The uptick was driven by international led by Hong Kong Disneyland. Walt Disney World and the cruise line were solid. But Disneyland, despite growing attendance and per capita spend, saw results dip year-on-year on higher costs, including labor, said CFO Hugh Johnston on an earnings call with analysts.
A big surprise — he said Parks growth in the current fiscal third quarter will be flat for a few reasons including “some normalization of...
- 5/7/2024
- by Jill Goldsmith
- Deadline Film + TV
Whether you happen to enjoy Marvel Studios' more recent projects or not, it's hard to argue with the perception that the MCU franchise is far from the unstoppable juggernaut it once was.
With the likes of Eternals, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and The Marvels underperforming (and receiving mixed/negative reviews), Disney recently decided to implement a "quality over quantity" approach, and CEO Bob Iger has now announced plans to reshape the MCU slate by reducing the studio's annual big and small screen output.
Going forward, we will see no more than 2-3 movies and 2 TV shows per year.
“I’ve been working hard with the studio to reduce output and focus more on quality, that’s particularly true with Marvel,” Iger said during Disney’s fiscal Q2 earnings call. "We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four,...
With the likes of Eternals, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and The Marvels underperforming (and receiving mixed/negative reviews), Disney recently decided to implement a "quality over quantity" approach, and CEO Bob Iger has now announced plans to reshape the MCU slate by reducing the studio's annual big and small screen output.
Going forward, we will see no more than 2-3 movies and 2 TV shows per year.
“I’ve been working hard with the studio to reduce output and focus more on quality, that’s particularly true with Marvel,” Iger said during Disney’s fiscal Q2 earnings call. "We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four,...
- 5/7/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Snowpiercer‘s farewell season will be pulling into the station a lot sooner than expected.
TVLine has learned that Season 4 of the dystopian drama — previously earmarked for an “early 2025” release — instead will premiere exclusively on AMC and AMC+ Sunday, July 21, at 9/8c.
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Yes, as in this July.
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- 5/7/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich and Ryan Schwartz
- TVLine.com
CEO Bob Iger says company will scale back releases in superhero franchise as it seeks to take on Netflix in streaming market
Disney plans to release fewer movies and “focus more on quality” in its key franchises, following of a string of high-profile flops at the box office.
The Hollywood giant is cutting back on productions from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which ramped up releases in recent years as Disney embarked upon an expensive bid to take on Netflix.
Disney plans to release fewer movies and “focus more on quality” in its key franchises, following of a string of high-profile flops at the box office.
The Hollywood giant is cutting back on productions from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, which ramped up releases in recent years as Disney embarked upon an expensive bid to take on Netflix.
- 5/7/2024
- by Callum Jones in New York
- The Guardian - Film News
Disney CEO Bob Iger Reveals New Strategy for MCU Releases - Main Image
Disney CEO Bob Iger opened up about the new MCU release strategy as Marvel Studios is reducing its output moving forward.
For the past few years, there have been concerns surrounding the recent MCU releases as some fans felt that the quality has suffered due to the number of film and TV projects that they're producing concurrently.
We've heard from several reports that Marvel Studios has been reassessing its strategy for its future releases and is eyeing to reduce their number of output compared to the last couple of years.
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Marvel Studios is Limiting the Number of MCU Movies and Shows Per Year
According to a report, Iger recently addressed the changes to the MCU release strategy during the company’s quarterly earnings call.
He...
Disney CEO Bob Iger opened up about the new MCU release strategy as Marvel Studios is reducing its output moving forward.
For the past few years, there have been concerns surrounding the recent MCU releases as some fans felt that the quality has suffered due to the number of film and TV projects that they're producing concurrently.
We've heard from several reports that Marvel Studios has been reassessing its strategy for its future releases and is eyeing to reduce their number of output compared to the last couple of years.
Also Read: The Mandalorian Star Giancarlo Esposito Reveals He's Joining the MCU
Marvel Studios is Limiting the Number of MCU Movies and Shows Per Year
According to a report, Iger recently addressed the changes to the MCU release strategy during the company’s quarterly earnings call.
He...
- 5/7/2024
- EpicStream
Disney CEO Bob Iger says Marvel will continue its “less is more” strategy, with two TV series released per year and a maximum of three films in cinemas.
Disney head honcho Bob Iger has said in the past that he wants the companies under his banner to operate on a quality-rather-than-quantity basis. It’s something he’s iterated again in a quarterly earnings call with investors, specifying that he wants Marvel Studios to release no more than two or three films a year. It’ll take a similarly restrained approach with its TV output, he’s said.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four and reduce our film output from maybe four a year to two, or a maximum of three,” Iger said in quotes shared by Variety. “And we’re working hard on what that path is.
Disney head honcho Bob Iger has said in the past that he wants the companies under his banner to operate on a quality-rather-than-quantity basis. It’s something he’s iterated again in a quarterly earnings call with investors, specifying that he wants Marvel Studios to release no more than two or three films a year. It’ll take a similarly restrained approach with its TV output, he’s said.
“We’re slowly going to decrease volume and go to probably about two TV series a year instead of what had become four and reduce our film output from maybe four a year to two, or a maximum of three,” Iger said in quotes shared by Variety. “And we’re working hard on what that path is.
- 5/7/2024
- by Ryan Lambie
- Film Stories
Disney’s two entertainment streamers hit the profitability milestone a full two quarters earlier than expected.
There have been a lot more hits than misses for Disney CEO Bob Iger recently. Iger is fresh off a big win in a proxy fight initiated by activist investor Nelson Peltz, and this week he gets to announce to the world that his entertainment streaming services Disney+ and Hulu have finally achieved a goal that Iger has been pushing them toward since he rejoined the company in 2022: profitability. Disney’s streamers aren’t completely out of the woods in terms of generating a steady profit yet, but they have vindicated Iger’s strategy for them since he returned to the chairman seat 18 months ago.
Key Details: Disney+ and Hulu combined to show a profit of $47 million in the most recent quarter. ESPN+ lost $65 million but improved its losses from the year-ago quarter.
There have been a lot more hits than misses for Disney CEO Bob Iger recently. Iger is fresh off a big win in a proxy fight initiated by activist investor Nelson Peltz, and this week he gets to announce to the world that his entertainment streaming services Disney+ and Hulu have finally achieved a goal that Iger has been pushing them toward since he rejoined the company in 2022: profitability. Disney’s streamers aren’t completely out of the woods in terms of generating a steady profit yet, but they have vindicated Iger’s strategy for them since he returned to the chairman seat 18 months ago.
Key Details: Disney+ and Hulu combined to show a profit of $47 million in the most recent quarter. ESPN+ lost $65 million but improved its losses from the year-ago quarter.
- 5/7/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
The days of Marvel’s supersized TV superhero slate are over.
In a Tuesday-morning quarterly earnings call, Disney CEO Bob Iger said that the rollout of Marvel TV series will now aim to max out at two per year, with similar strictures being placed on movie output.
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- 5/7/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
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