Tag: The Walt Disney Company
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The Walt Disney Company Screens Marvel Studios’ ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ for Navy Sailors and Other Military Service Members
In collaboration with Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR), The Walt Disney Company surprised thousands of Sailors, as well as other military Service members, with special screenings of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps. These screenings are a part of the Navy’s Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Navy Motion Picture Service program which brings movies…
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Michael Ovitz | DISNEY THIS DAY | August 14, 1995
On this day in 1995, The Walt Disney Company appointed Michael Ovitz as president under CEO Michael Eisner, filling the vacancy left by Frank Wells’ untimely passing in 1994. Ovitz was lured away from the Creative Artists Agency, which he helped to found in 1975. Sadly, the move would not last. Ovitz was not an…
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Disney to Stop Reporting Subscriber Numbers for Streaming Services
The Walt Disney Company will change how it reports on streaming services. Explore the reasons behind Disney’s subscriber reporting shift.
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Disney Executives Comment on Earnings Report and New Announcements
Get an overview of Disney’s earnings report and see how the company continues to excel through strategic developments and innovation.
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ESPN to Acquire NFL Network and Other Media Assets from the NFL in Exchange for a 10% Equity Stake in ESPN
ESPN is acquiring the NFL Network which it will both own and operate in a new deal that was announced on Tuesday.
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Disney and Portland Pickles Settle Copyright Infringement Lawsuit
The Portland Pickles and The Walt Disney Company have settled a lawsuit that was filed over Pixar’s ‘Win or Lose.’
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Disney Clears $3 Billion at the Box Office in 2025
As ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ wins the weekend box office, The Walt Disney Company reaches a milestone as well.
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Disney Garners 137 Emmy Award Nominations
The 77th Emmy nominations celebrate Disney’s success, with 137 nominations spanning ABC, Disney+, FX, and beyond.
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Disney Releases Video Showing Patriotic Roots and Connection with Veterans for Fourth of July
The Walt Disney Company has released a video showcasing its patriotic roots that was shared by Disney CEO Bob Iger.
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The Walt Disney Company Announces Third Quarter Earnings Call
Disney has announced and where its third quarter earnings call will be held.
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Disney MGM Studios | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 27, 1985
On this day in 1985, Disney and MGM/UA signed an agreement that for a modest fee, Disney would have the exclusive rights to use the MGM studio name, logo, and film IP for its upcoming theme park. The agreement became the foundation for Disney-MGM Studios and lasted for 20 years. Unfortunately, the owner of MGM…
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Smithsonian | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 8, 2005
On this day in 2005, the Walt Disney Company made a donation of Disneyland’s opening day items to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in celebration of the park’s 50th anniversary.
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Disney Lays Off Several Hundred In Marketing and Other Divisions
The Walt Disney Company has eliminated several hundred jobs in marketing and other divisions across the company.
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Disney Passes $2 Billion at Box Office on Success of ‘Lilo & Stitch’
The Walt Disney Company is now the first studio to surpass the $2 billion mark at the box office in 2025.
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Disney and Formula 1 Announce Collaboration with Disney’s Mickey & Friends
Get ready for the Disney and Formula 1 collaboration featuring Mickey Mouse, promising fun and innovative experiences in 2026.
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President Trump Discusses Disneyland Abu Dhabi and Visit From Disney’s CEO Bob Iger
President Trump commented on the recently announced Disneyland Abu Dhabi while visiting the Middle East last week.
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Disneyland Abu Dhabi Celebrated at Yas Island with Spectacular Drone and Fireworks Spectacular
The announcement of Disneyland Abu Dhabi was celebrated with an incredible nighttime spectacular on Yas Island in the United Arab Emirates.
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Disney Delivers Strong Profits From Theme Parks and Streaming Divisions
The Walt Disney Company earnings report reveals strong profits and a raised profit forecast, reflecting a thriving business.
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Disney Earnings Q2 2025: CEO Bob Iger Remarks on Company’s ‘Excellent First Half of the Fiscal Year’
Explore the highlights of Disney earnings for FY2025 and the announcement of the new seventh Disney theme park resort.
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The Walt Disney Company Launches Inaugural, Company-Wide “Disney Week Of Wishes” Campaign To Celebrate World Wish Day With Make-A-Wish
As the world’s largest wish granter for Make-A-Wish, Disney grants a wish every hour of every day all year long BURBANK, Calif., April 28, 2025 – Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) kicks off a weeklong company-wide campaign to celebrate its 45-year relationship with Make-A-Wish® by launching the first ever “Disney Week of Wishes.” During this unprecedented…
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The Walt Disney Company Shares Its Economic Impact on United States
The Walt Disney Company has added a new page on its website that shares its economic impact on the United States of America.
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Disney to Discuss Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results with Webcast
Disney announces Fiscal Second Quarter 2025 Disney Financial Results webcast. Tune in for key updates from Disney executives.
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Disney to Depart Fox Studio Lot
The Walt Disney Company intends to depart from the Fox Studio Lot in 2026 when its lease is up after purchasing 21st Century Fox.
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FCC to Investigate DEI Practices of Disney and ABC
The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission has shared that he intends to investigate the DEI practices of Disney & ABC.