‘Black Widow,’ ‘Cruella’ will debut on Disney+ Premiere Access when released in theaters
Disney’s big Marvel blockbuster “Black Widow” and other films will appear on Disney+ Premiere Access the same day they are released in theaters, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution announced today.
The announcement includes a change in release dates for a number of Disney, Marvel, Pixar and 20th Century films.
“Today’s announcement reflects our focus on providing consumer choice and serving the evolving preferences of audiences. By leveraging a flexible distribution strategy in a dynamic marketplace that is beginning to recover from the global pandemic, we will continue to employ the best options to deliver The Walt Disney Company’s unparalleled storytelling to fans and families around the world,” Chairman, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution Kareem Daniel said.
Following the successful release of “Raya and The Last Dragon,” the highly anticipated live-action film “Cruella” and Marvel Studios’ long-awaited “Black Widow” will launch simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ with Premier Access in most Disney+ markets . “Cruella” will now be released on May 28 and “Black Widow” on July 9.
As a special offering to kick-off the summer season, Disney-Pixar’s “Luca” will stream directly to homes starting June 18, similar to the launch of Disney-Pixar’s Academy Award-nominated “Soul.”
In international markets where Disney+ is not yet available, the film will be released theatrically, with premiere dates to be announced.
Theatrical release dates also shifted for several additional upcoming films. New release dates include:
- “Free Guy” on August 13, 2021
- “Shang Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” on September 3, 2021
- “The King’s Man” on December 22, 2021
- “Deep Water” on January 14, 2022
- “Death on the Nile” on February 11, 2022
