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Amazon Exec Joins Disney+ for German Expansion
12 Oct
Summary
- Philip Pratt, former Amazon Germany Originals boss, joins Disney+.
- He will lead original production for Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.
- Disney+ aims to triple its international originals in three years.
Philip Pratt, previously the head of Amazon Germany Originals, has been appointed as the new VP of Original Production for Disney+ in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. He is set to begin his role in early 2027, operating from Munich and effectively succeeding Benjamina Mirnik-Voges.
Pratt will report to Angela Jain, the EMEA content lead. His appointment supports Disney International's strategic objective to significantly expand its original content offerings. The company plans to triple the number of its international originals within the next three years.
During his 11-year tenure at Amazon MGM Studios, Pratt was instrumental in developing successful productions such as Maxton Hall - The World Between Us and the German version of LOL: Last One Laughing.
Jain expressed confidence in Pratt's ability to lead Disney's creative endeavors in the DACH region, leveraging his expertise to partner with local talent and producers. Pratt shared his enthusiasm for creating engaging stories that will resonate with a broad audience on Disney+.
