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One standout success for Disney Plus, despite being an accidental acquisition, is Bluey, a children’s show that has nothing to do with Disney's original content creation. It has managed to achieve over 55 billion watch minutes, dwarfing their original programming. Ironically, Disney lucked into this success simply by signing licensing agreements years ago.
The Future of Disney Plus Amidst Ongoing Critique
Despite Disney aiming to dominate the streaming space, the outcomes have raised alarms both internally and externally. The dissatisfaction around the service comes at a time when Disney is also facing criticism for how these poor streaming outcomes negatively impact its theme parks and overall brand value.