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Marvel’s Master Plan To Rule Netflix: ‘Phase 2′ Revealed In New Report
2015 has been another banner year for Marvel’s Cinematic Universe, but following the surprising success of Daredevil on Netflix, superhero fans are just as interested in Marvel’s television plans as they are in the future of the Avengers. Unfortunately (though understandably), the TV projects take a backseat to the films, but Umberto Gonzalez at Heroic Hollywood appears to have shared some inside information regarding the future of Marvel on the small screen earlier this week, and it’s even more complicated than you might have expected. Read Full Article
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Report: Disney Considering Marvel, Star Wars Channels
Disney is currently looking into expanding its reach within the television sphere by considering creating dedicated channels for its Marvel and Star Wars properties. Company CEO Robert Iger suggested such a move during last week’s conference call, noting that while Disney already has a major stake in movies, theme parks, and toys, there’s plenty of other areas for it to grow. We have said that with these channels and these brands — ESPN, ABC, Disney, maybe even down the road something related to Star Wars and Marvel — we do have an ability as a company to take product, specifically filmed entertainment, television, movies, directly to consumers,” Iger said (via…
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Disney Junior Launches MUPPET MOMENTS New Series For Children
Despite tepid response to the most recent MUPPET film, Disney is not giving up on the once white-hot band of misfits created by Jim Henson. The latest endeavor to keep the characters relevant is by introducing them to younger audiences via Disney Junior. Aimed at children ages 2-7 the new MUPPET MOMENTS show will teach important topics like apologies and manners. The series is set to first on Disney Channel with four shorts on Friday, April 3rd and a new short airing daily through Friday, May 8. It will also be available on Disney Junior. Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear and other beloved Muppets star in Disney Junior’s…
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DirecTV, Disney Continue Carriage Negotiations
DirecTV, having reached a TV Everywhere accord today with Fox’s national networks, is continuing to work toward a comprehensive distribution deal with The Walt Disney Co. DirecTV and Disney’s 10-year distribution agreement ended Sept. 30. Under an extension, the parties, according to sources, have been continuing to negotiate a new pact that would not only include continued carriage of a suite of Disney networks and services, but encompass new digital rights that would also allow for TVE simulcasting for authenticated DirecTV subscribers. Not having access to DirecTV’s 20 million-plus subs has been a major hole within Disney’s streaming lineup, notably for WatchESPN. DirecTV and ESPN officials declined to comment about…