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Legal Settlement between Scarlett Johansson and Disney
After the release of the film Black Widow from the Marvel Cinematic Universe in July, Scarlett Johansson, the lead actress, initiated a significant legal dispute against Disney, the parent company of Marvel. When Johansson initially signed her contract for the movie, it was agreed that it would have an exclusive theatrical premiere, and her compensation would be based on this arrangement. However, the last-minute decision to release Black Widow in both theaters and on Disney’s Disney+ streaming service led to a simultaneous release that understandably impacted the theatrical box office earnings. According to Johansson’s legal claim, this move potentially deprived her of millions in box office bonuses. This legal action highlighted concerns shared by many other prominent actors regarding the current state of the entertainment industry, which has been influenced by the pandemic, embracing dual-release strategies. Nevertheless, it appears that, for the time being, this specific issue has been resolved.
Based on a report from The Hollywood Reporter, Johansson and Disney have now reached a successful agreement, although the exact terms of the settlement have not been disclosed. Overall, it seems that the resolution has been reached amicably and Johansson will continue her collaborative work with Marvel and Disney as a consistent figure in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Scarlett Johansson and Disney have resolved her significant #BlackWidow legal conflict. https://t.co/VP2Us9k8Nl pic.twitter.com/RGNucOhTou
— Variety (@Variety) October 1, 2021
“I am pleased to have reached a resolution with Disney,” Johansson stated. “I’m immensely proud of our collective achievements over the years and have truly valued my artistic partnership with the team. I eagerly anticipate our continued collaboration in the years ahead.”
“I’m extremely content that we have reached a mutual understanding with Scarlett Johansson concerning Black Widow,” mentioned Alan Bergman, the Chairman of Disney Studios. “We acknowledge her contributions to the Marvel Cinematic Universe and eagerly look forward to collaborating on various upcoming projects, including Disney’s Tower of Terror.”
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