'No Apologies Needed': Disney’s CEO Bob Iger’s Unapologetic Comments On Sequels Frustrates Fans

In the dynamic landscape of Entertainment, Disney's CEO, Bob Iger, has staunchly defended the studio's persistent pursuit of sequels. Addressing concerns over recent box office disappointments, Iger refrains from apologies, emphasizing the paramount importance of a compelling narrative.

During a Q&A session at the New York Times’s DealBook conference, Iger remarked, "I think I don’t want to apologize for making sequels. You have to have a good story. And we have made too many. That doesn’t mean we’re not going to continue to make them."

Despite this, the backdrop of Disney's challenging year, marked by underwhelming earnings from films like "Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania" and "The Marvels," adds complexity to Iger's unapologetic stance.

While Walt Disney himself expressed skepticism towards sequels in a 1966 letter, Iger persists in announcing follow-ups to iconic films like "Frozen" and "Toy Story," sparking both admiration and frustration among fans.

In the digital age, fan influence has become a shaping force for Disney as discussions on sequels unfold across social media platforms. Fans are vocal, expressing frustration and nuanced views on these cinematic continuations. Twitter, in particular, becomes a battleground where enthusiasts debate the worth and pitfalls of Disney’s sequel strategy.

Comments reflect a spectrum of opinions, with some expressing frustration while others rally behind Bob’s decisions. This diverse range of reactions underscores the delicate balance Disney must maintain to satisfy its audience while remaining true to its creative vision.

Toy Story 5 isn’t necessary tbh. What was the point of the last film’s ending…..

— Platinum Equinox ???? (@PlatinumEquinox) November 29, 2023

Bob is actually saying “we have made too many sequels, if one did good and all other fails ~ it doesn’t matter, the one had the story. Rest are crap.

Lmao

— Idksamad onlypain (@IdkSamad) November 29, 2023

Bob wouldn’t know a story worth telling if it ran him over with his own yacht.

— Shoot the Sh*t (@NLNShootTheShit) November 30, 2023

While some vent their frustrations, others rally behind Bob’s decisions, offering varying perspectives.

As long as there is a coherent story to tell with the characters and ample room for those characters to develop and grow, I believe sequels are perfectly fine. The issue arises when sequels are made purely for financial gain and lack a compelling storyline.

— Gubjub ???? (@gubjub67) November 29, 2023

Absolutely loving these comments by Bob lately. It really seems like he is getting Disney back on track. Hopefully they will follow through

— CinemaBums (@Cinema_Bums) November 30, 2023

We’re waiting for incredibles ³ Bob

— Alex Xander (@CFCXander10) November 29, 2023