Disney says the rest of its films this year will open in theaters only.
You might call it the “Shang-Chi” effect. “You got this.” That Disney/Marvel film opened exclusively in theaters and set a Labor Day weekend record of $132 million. That smashing box office turnout’s prompting Disney to forgo the dual pandemic release to theaters and streaming services. Instead, Disney’s remaining 2021 films will open only in theaters. Among the films headed for the box office are the animated feature, “Encanto,” “I am just as special as the rest of my family,” and the much-awaited Steven Spielberg remake of “West Side Story.” So, get your tickets if you want to be the first to see the new Disney releases. Carmen Roberts. Fox News.
The other Disney films set for release this year are: “Eternals,” “The Last Duel,” “The King’s Man,” and “Ron’s Gone Wrong.” The six remaining films for 2021 will get a run in the theaters of at least 45 days.
Disney’s six remaining films set for release in 2021 will debut in theaters only.
- “The Last Duel” starring Ben Affleck and Matt Damon opens October 15.
- “Ron’s Gone Wrong” will debut October 22.
- Marvel Studios’ “Eternals” with its new team of Super Heroes and ancient aliens hits theaters November 5.
- “Encanto” will open November 24 for the long Thanksgiving Day weekend.
- The Steven Spielberg remake of the 1961 blockbuster film, “West Side Story,” is set for release on December 10.
- “The King’s Man” starring Ralph Fiennes and Harris Dickinson is scheduled to open December 22 just in time for the Christmas holidays.