Emma Stone Considering Disney Lawsuit Following Scarlett Johansson (Report)

When news broke that Scarlett Johansson had sued Disney—over “Black Widow” backend theatrical profits that were greatly diminished when the film was released on Disney Premier Access—many speculated that the dam could break and many stars could be next.

If you don’t know, Scarlett Johansson is currently suing Disney for breach of contract for allegedly not paying her money for the hybrid release of her film Black Widow. Scarlett‘s lawsuit claims that she lost money after the studio released the film on Disney+ for a fee and she wants to be compensated.

Oscar winner Emma Stone could become the highest-paid actress in Hollywood thanks to a groundbreaking new deal.

Gallery: Ready and waiting! Movie sequels that kept us waiting for YEARS (BANG Showbiz)Endeavor executive chairman Patrick Whitesell said: "While the media landscape has been disrupted in a meaningful way for all distributors, their creative partners cannot be left on the sidelines to carry a disproportionate amount of the downside without the potential for upside.

Emma Stone is ready to reprise her role as Cruella de Vil!ET has confirmed that the 32-year-old actress will return for a sequel.

Emma Stone has officially signed on to star in a Cruella sequel for Disney!

When news broke that Scarlett Johansson had sued Disney—over “Black Widow” backend theatrical profits that were greatly diminished when the film was released on Disney Premier Access—many speculated that the dam could break and many stars could be next.

Emma Stone has closed a deal to star in Disney’s “Cruella” sequel, an individual with knowledge of the situation told TheWrap.The deal is supposedly mutually beneficial for both Stone and Disney in the wake of a heated debate about its day-and-date release strategy on Disney+.

EXCLUSIVE: Oscar winner Emma Stone has closed a deal to star in the sequel to Cruella, in what is a very good sign for Disney as it secures talent in the wake of its theatrical-Disney+ Premier model. Cruella, due to the pandemic, was released in theaters and on Disney+ PVOD tier earning over $222M WW in ticket sales. The release of Cruella 2 is a ways off, and it’s not certain at this time whether the movie will be a pure theatrical release or being released simultaneously in homes.

Doubling down on dual releases. Disney boss Bob Chapek is standing up for the company’s movie distribution model in the wake of a lawsuit filed against the studio by Scarlett Johansson.

The current CEO of Disney, Bob Chapek, is speaking out in response to the controversy surrounding the company’s hybrid movie release model.

Disney boss Bob Chapek is standing up for the company's movie distribution model in the wake of a lawsuit filed against the studio by Scarlett Johansson.Chapek reportedly spoke with investors and analysts during an earnings call on Thursday, where he addressed Disney's dual distribution plans, which involve releasing films in theaters and on Disney+ at or around the same time, reports.This model of release was one reason for Johansson's lawsuit after dropped off in earnings significantly

Recently, it was revealed Scarlett Johnasson is suing Disney over a breach of contract regarding the hybrid release of her superhero film, “Black Widow.” Reports claim the actress is expected to lose upwards of $50 million after “Black Widow” was released simultaneously in theaters and on Disney+ Premier Access.

Disney’s longtime attorney Daniel Petrocelli is speaking out in response to Scarlett Johansson‘s lawsuit against the company because of the way Black Widow was released.

. “Actors must be compensated for their work according to their contracts. Scarlett Johansson is shining a white-hot spotlight on the improper shifts in compensation that companies are attempting to slip by talent as distribution models change.

Will Thorne Staff WriterThe list of what surprises Gale Anne Hurd in the entertainment business is a very short one, and the backlash to the legal battle between Scarlett Johansson and the Walt Disney Company certainly isn’t on it.Hurd has been a driving force behind some of the biggest films ever made (“The Terminator,” “Aliens” and “Armageddon”) and a small screen franchise which, for a time, was the most watched show in television (“The Walking Dead”).

Claudia Eller Co-Editor-in-ChiefCalling Alan Horn! As the nasty war between Scarlett Johansson and Disney continues to escalate and rage on in the public eye, might it not be beneficial for someone within the not-so-Magic Kingdom — such as Horn — to intervene and help diffuse the hostilities?A highly respected industry statesman who’s always been a voice of reason, Horn should step in and try to get Disney to dial down the vitriol that is alienating some of its own movie fans, angering talent