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Disney EMEA Boss Jan Koeppen Restates Commitment to Theatrical Distribution, Cites ‘Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story’ as Top Unscripted U.K. Series
Jan Koeppen, president of The Walt Disney Company EMEA, spoke at a media and telecoms conference in London.
Using “The Lion King” as an example, he noted that since the animated film’s debut 30 years ago it has spawned stage shows, theme park experiences, consumer products, is available on Disney+ and has a spin-off, “Mufasa,” coming out this winter. Koeppen also cited Disney’s footprint in the U.K., pointing to productions such as the upcoming “Deadpool & Wolverine,” which was shot at Pinewood Studios just outside London, as an example of the “world-class storytelling” taking place in the country. And on every single production, there are trainees getting experience to begin their careers in film and TV; all part of Disney’s long-term commitment to the U.K.”
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