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This trend is already visible in the industry—big studios are replacing A-list actors with cheaper talent, often favoring TV roles over blockbuster films. Disney, in particular, seems poised to tighten its contracts, ensuring future stars have less leverage, shifting toward more rigid, detailed agreements that cover all contingencies.
The Business of Contracts and Industry Secrets
A particularly revealing aspect of the lawsuit involves internal communications. An email from Marvel's chief counsel emphasized that Johansson's deal was based on a theatrical release plan, and any deviation would require renegotiation. The fact that Disney bypassed these terms by releasing Black Widow simultaneously on Disney+ is a key point in her legal argument.