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Disney’s Maker Enters Marvel Universe
NEW YORK—Almost one year after its $1 billion acquisition, Maker Studios is happy to be a part of the Disney family. That’s what executives from the massive multi-channel network emphasized at its presentation to advertisers Tuesday. Maker unveiled a slate of 15 new series plus collaborations with divisions across Disney, including Marvel, ESPN and ABC’s Lincoln Square Productions. “Being part of the Walt Disney Company, the world’s largest media organization, has given us access to some of the most beloved brands and franchises in the universe,” said Ynon Kreiz, president of Maker Studios. Read More Here
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Walt Disney Animation Studios Presents Never-Before-Seen Short Starring Mickey Mouse
Walt Disney Animation Studios filmmakers Lauren MacMullan, Dorothy McKim, Adam Green and Disney legendary animator Eric Goldberg presented the world debut of Mickey Mouse in \"Get A Horse!\" at the Annecy Animation Festival in France.
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The Force Awakens Around the World: STAR WARS Fans Invited to Join Epic Global Event on YouTube
Toy unboxing phenomenon goes live globally for the first time ahead of ‘Force Friday’. Online event featuring talent from the Maker Studios network gives fans first look at film-inspired toys ahead of midnight madness at retail
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The Really Clever Way Disney Is Going To Promote Star Wars 7
The Star Wars: Episode 7 universe is about to be busted open like never before. While the franchise expanded to include novels, comic books, video games, action figures and a spin-off animated series, Disney has now made a deal with a major YouTube channel operator to branch out into the digital realm. While you probably have never heard of Maker Studios, you might have seen one or two of their YouTube series. It’s the largest operator of YouTube channels on the Web right now, and it incorporates a variety of shows like the style-centric The Fashion Statement to the geek-friendly Friend Zone. According to Bloomberg, they’ve made a deal with…