Disney's Next Chapter: AI Bets, Franchise Reboots, and the Streaming Pivot

Variety profiles Josh D’Amaro on becoming Disney’s CEO, detailing how his people‑first, risk‑taking leadership aims to steer the company through an AI‑driven content era, revived attention to Star Wars and Marvel franchises, and a streaming world where cable profits fade. The piece also weighs the financial headwinds (debt and a heavy emphasis on Parks/Experiences), the role of Dana Walden and Alan Bergman in the creative side, and the strategic moves—gaming, international expansion, and price considerations—needed to sustain Disney’s brands while navigating a shifting media landscape.