In the field of entertainment, a complex interaction between industry and creativity works together to bring our beloved stories to life. Yet, a disruptive current has emerged, casting an alarming veil over this delicate balance. Disney, a monumental powerhouse in the expansive universe of entertainment, now finds itself covered in a tumultuous storm, with a writers’ strike having erupted, urging the CEO, Bob Iger, to support the end of this spot.
Bob Iger Wants the Double Strike to End
Following a demanding span of one hundred days surrounded by the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strike, Disney has come to a poignant realization, the centenary celebrations of the company’s existence require the very essence of those artisans, the writers, and actors, who have sculpted its illustrious narrative tapestry.
Amid the quarterly earnings call of the Disney Company, a distinct transformation echoes in Bob Iger’s words, a departure from his stance a mere month ago. With a resolute tone, he says,
“Nothing is more important to this company than its relationships with the creative community—which includes actors, writers, animators, directors, and producers. I have deep respect and appreciation for all those who are vital to the extraordinary creative engine that drives this company and our industry.”
This momentous shift resonates with profound significance, for the implications spread like waves in a vast field.
A handful of massive Disney projects of immense consequence have been unexpectedly restricted, putting fans and industry insiders on the verge of anticipation and longing for a resolution to this suspenseful chapter.
The List of Films Restricted by the WGA and SAG-AFTRA Strike:
1- Avengers: The Kang Dynasty
The release date of Avengers: The Kang Dynasty moves up a year to May 1, 2026, which has consequences throughout time. At San Diego Comic-Con in July 2022, Marvel Studios presented this momentous project, confirming Destin Daniel Cretton as the director and Jonathan Majors’ return as Kang the Conqueror.
2- Star Wars
In the expansive world of the Star Wars galaxy, the forthcoming year, 2026, emerges as a key point. A cosmic realignment graces the stage as an unnamed Star Wars epic, initially veiled in the unification of December 2025, now prepares its luminous debut on May 22nd, 2026. Simultaneously, another enigmatic saga takes flight, charting its course for a grand arrival on December 18th, 2026.
Disney’s revelation of three new Star Wars narratives in April sparked anticipation. Among these revelations, a striking transformation lures: the return of Daisy Ridley, positioned to reprise her role as Rey Skywalker.
3- Avatar
In the world of cinematic wonders guided by the visionary James Cameron, the Avatar saga unfolds with a temporal shift. The eagerly anticipated third installment’s debut dances forth on December 19, 2025.
Meanwhile, the fourth cinematic album ascends to a celestial engagement on December 21, 2029. A symphony of patience awaits as the fifth creation prepares its majestic entrance on December 19, 2031, prolonging our yearning for these impending epics.
4- Captain America: Brave New World
Stepping onto the grand stage of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the spotlight now falls on Captain America: Brave New World, with its premiere choreography taking a surprising turn.
Previously slated for a timely debut on May 3, the saga’s narrative tempo now shifts, aligning its unveiling with the symphony of July 26, 2024. With this material tweaking, the anticipation surges, as the grand entrance of this new chapter commands our attention.
5- Thunderbolts
A shift in the Marvel tapestry emerges as Thunderbolts alters its debut course. December 20, 2024, supplants the initial July resonance.
Amidst May’s echoes, reports indicated the WGA-SAG-AFTRA strike as the catalyst for a cinematic pause. Pre-production’s climax, set to direct in June 2023, now pauses, awaiting the strike’s resolution to resume its cinematic symphony.
6- Deadpool 3
Another creation detects the splash in a symphony of cinematic transitions, but this story travels more quickly. Deadpool 3 is propelled six months ahead to the memorable date of May 3, 2024, by Ryan Reynolds’ passionate embrace of the film. Fans are invited back to an earlier, compared to other films, encounter with the irreverent anti-hero as the narrative market shifts.
7- Poor Things
A constellation of talent graces Poor Things, starring Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, and Willem Dafoe, but its grand unveiling now journeys towards December 2023.
The saga’s core is revealed as it follows Bella (Stone), who is brought back to life by Dr. Godwin Baxter’s scientific prowess (Dafoe), as she embarks on a liberating mission to transcend social boundaries and promote equality. The saga is based on a 1992 novel of the same name.
8- Freaky Friday 2
Venturing once more into the world of Freaky Friday 2. Disney unveils plans for a sequel to the 2003 body-swap comedic gem, graced by the talents of Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis. However, the creative process meets a temporal pause as the echo of the SAG-AFTRA strike rumbles, placing the sequel’s creation in a momentary pause.
9- Blade
Within the pages of American comic books published by Marvel Comics, a fictional persona takes shape. Forged through the collaborative prowess of writer Marv Wolfman and penciler Gene Colan, this character breathes life into a vibrant narrative tapestry.
However, the opening to its cinematic journey halts as pre-production, destined to commence in June 2023, encounters a temporal pause, awaiting the resolution of the prevailing strike to stoke the fires of production once more.
10- Fantastic Four
The highly anticipated return of the Fantastic Four might test the patience of eager fans. The looming shadow of a strike could cast a shadow over the film’s meticulously planned shooting timetable, even though the commencement of filming is slated for the early months of 2024.
Writing the script is a complex process that takes a fair amount of time, and Marvel Studios is motivated by the desire to make sure that the Fantastic Four’s comeback is nothing less than fantastic before the cameras start their journey.
The path of the movie’s release date might unavoidably follow a road toward postponement should the range of innovation be restricted.
The commitment to handle writers’ strikes, as highlighted by Disney’s CEO, stands out as a crucial foundation that is essential for supporting the unrestricted creation of artistic masterpieces.
Source: Deadline
