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Disney+ Strikes Landmark Deal with Japan's The Seven
21 Apr
Summary
- Disney+ will co-develop Japanese live-action series exclusively for its platform.
- This is Disney's first such development agreement with a Japanese production company.
- The collaboration aims to bring unique Japanese stories to a global audience.
Disney+ has formalized a new multi-year co-development agreement with the Japanese production company, The Seven. This pact signifies Disney's first such collaborative venture with a production entity based in Japan.
Under the terms of the agreement, Disney+ Japan and Tokyo-based The Seven will jointly develop original Japanese-language live-action series. These productions are slated for exclusive release on the Disney+ streaming service.
Disney's content division will actively participate from the early stages of development. The objective is to cultivate "bold, emotionally resonant stories from Japan" for a global audience. This initiative highlights Disney's commitment to deepening its storytelling roots within Japan and investing further in local content.
The Seven, known for its involvement in projects like HBO's "Song of the Samurai," also possesses VFX and studio assets. This partnership represents a significant step in their mission to "continuously creating innovative content from Japan that captivates the world."
