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Disney Lands Stranger Things Producer Shawn Levy
29 Sep
Summary
- Shawn Levy's 21 Laps signs major overall TV production deal with Disney.
- The production company previously developed Stranger Things for Netflix.
- Levy will develop shows across all of Disney's brands, including Marvel.
Shawn Levy and his production company, 21 Laps, have entered into a new, major overall production deal with Disney. This agreement will focus on developing television shows for all of Disney's brands. Previously, 21 Laps was based at Netflix, where it produced the highly successful series "Stranger Things."
This new development follows Levy's work on Disney's upcoming "Star Wars: Starfighter" film. Disney's President and Chief Creative Officer, Dana Walden, expressed enthusiasm for Levy's ability to craft widely entertaining and deeply human stories across genres. Levy himself stated that his career began with directing and producing for Disney Channel, making this return feel like "home."
Levy's departure marks a significant shift, as Netflix loses the producer of its flagship show, although "Stranger Things" itself remains with the streamer. Levy acknowledged his "incredible ride" with Netflix and expressed gratitude to his former partners, confirming continued collaboration on the "Stranger Things" universe.
