Epic legal battles almost never get this massive. But on Thursday, one of the biggest stars in Hollywood sued the biggest entertainment company on the planet, sending shockwaves across an entertain…
” simultaneously on Disney Plus and in theaters. In the other, is Disney, which tore into the actress in unusually personal terms in a statement Thursday, calling her claims “sad and distressing” and accusing her of showing “callous disregard” for the effects of the COVID-19 crisis.
“Something has gone wrong,” said one industry veteran. “I just find it absolutely stunning and amazing that they didn’t resolve this short of her suing. Disney does not want to get in a fight with Scarlett Johansson.” Disney has countered that it did live up to the agreement. That is, “Black Widow” did get a wide theatrical release, and nowhere in the contract does it say that the release would be exclusive to theaters.
“As a general rule, you don’t delve into industry custom and standard when the contractual language is plain and unmistakable,” said James Sammataro, co-chair of the media and entertainment group at Pryor Cashman LP. But Johansson’s spot on the A-list is secure, so she can afford to alienate Disney and Marvel. Other actors aren’t as lucky. Marvel movies are one of the only sure-fire box office draws. Appearing in one can raise an actor’s asking price and help them get other passion projects greenlit. Getting iced out of those superhero opportunities can stall careers, which gives Disney the upper hand.However, if Johansson is successful, it could be highly lucrative for stars of her caliber.
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