Disney purchases Marvel - Page 2

*Raph's Girl* · 08-31-2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Stryker

People still care about Gargoyles?

Yes

Iron Mouse!

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos..._8026490_n.jpg

Archon_Turtle · 08-31-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ThirdMarioBro

I wonder how this will affect Spider-Man 4?

Disney typically lets outstanding contracts run their course upon acquisition. Such as the THQ game license with Pixar when we acquired them. THQ still makes Pixar video games (as recently as UP) eventhough Disney owns Pixar. I would imagine they will treat things similarly across the board. Bob Iger said in the shareholder call with Marvel that there are a number of already attractive contracts on the table, and there is no reason to try to fix something that isn't broken. I'm sure Disney will determine courses of action in regards to current license situations as they come to a close.

*Vicky82* · 08-31-2009, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Stryker

People still care about Gargoyles?

yeah of cause. Theres been a Gathering of the Gargoyles conventions for 13 years now. also there are new comic books/Trade paperbacks. Gargoyles DVDs Season 1 and season 2 vol 1 still waiting for vol 2. fans get to talk to each other on the comment room at www.s8.org/gargoyles/askgreg/index.php
Theres a website gargoyles.dracandros.com/ where there is all the information on gargoyles.

**ThirdMarioBro** · 08-31-2009, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Archon_Turtle

Disney typically lets outstanding contracts run their course upon acquisition. Such as the THQ game license with Pixar when we acquired them. THQ still makes Pixar video games (as recently as UP) eventhough Disney owns Pixar. I would imagine they will treat things similarly across the board. Bob Iger said in the shareholder call with Marvel that there are a number of already attractive contracts on the table, and there is no reason to try to fix something that isn't broken. I'm sure Disney will determine courses of action in regards to current license situations as they come to a close.

Well, yeah. That's good to hear, and its honestly the most likely scenario. Bob Iger is a good CEO and has already made a TON of good decisions in his relatively short time at the helm. Its just after the Wall Street "too big to fail" scenario, I kind of get worried about the more distant future with one massive company that holds half the world's IP. Copyrights last far too long in America. If copyrights ran out, perhaps IP holders would work harder to innovate with their properties and keep them fresh.

But yeah, I suppose from the fan's perspective this really is no big deal.

**Machias Banshee** · 08-31-2009, 08:18 PM

Let's not forget, Disney also bought up the Muppets.

THAT will be one screwed up crossover...

BoggleKng · 08-31-2009, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Benvenuto

This could possibly make the Kingdom Hearts series even more interesting.

amen... hmmmm

*Raph's Girl* · 08-31-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Machias Banshee

Let's not forget, Disney also bought up the Muppets.

THAT will be one screwed up crossover...

Heh... Marvel had a Muppets comic series in the 80's with their Star Line.

I can picture it now tho. The Muppets will be considered to be Mutants and Super Gonzo will be forced to register...

*Hannah* · 08-31-2009, 08:48 PM

Saying Phineas and Ferb is the best cartoon right now really isn't saying much.

*Anarky* · 08-31-2009, 09:48 PM

Okay, after extensive research and three formal inquiries to Marvel and Disney, this came to light:

So what will happen:
- Disney wants to give Marvel more exposure, which is their main goal. Read: Sell more products and make money.
- Disney gets first dibs on FUTURE Marvel projects outside of Marvel Comics and (I think) Marvel Studios.
- Disney will handle distribution. Read: Marvel Comics at WalMart becomes a realistic scenario.
- Marvel Studios will remain Marvel Studios

Here's what will NOT happen:
- Disney will NOT influence Marvel in any way other than "How about character X."
- Disney will NOT mess around with Marvel's current structure.
- Disney will NOT force their properties and views into Marvel's business.
- Disney will NOT have a Wolverine / Goofy Crossover or similar ****.

Here's what could happen:
- Marvel / Pixar co-productions.
- "Marvel Disney"-imprint.

It is worth noting:
- Both companies didn't have to make the deal, they wanted to. Read: Money-wise, this is a win/win situation.
- Today is the day where some WB and DC people will seriously contemplate suicide.
- The main focus of this whole merger are international markets, where there is huge untapped potential.
- Current Contracts with third parties will not be affected in any way.

*oldmanwinters* · 09-01-2009, 12:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Machias Banshee

Let's not forget, Disney also bought up the Muppets.

THAT will be one screwed up crossover...

Wouldn't be the first time Marvel has gotten on board with the Muppets!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/terrible2z/3874643117/

**ThirdMarioBro** · 09-01-2009, 01:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Anarky

- Today is the day where some WB and DC people will seriously contemplate suicide.

HAHA! So true. I'm glad I don't give a crap about comic book rivalry.

Lordmylar06 · 09-01-2009, 03:40 AM

lol, well at the very least the next Kingdom Hearts game could be very interesting...

*Anarky* · 09-01-2009, 06:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Lordmylar06

lol, well at the very least the next Kingdom Hearts game could be very interesting...

You just don't get it, eh? You're a very special person and I'm proud of you.

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Originally Posted by TMB

HAHA! So true. I'm glad I don't give a crap about comic book rivalry.

This is less about rivalry, this is more about cold, hard cash. Seeing as this deal is focusing on international things more than the domestic ones, the situation must be seen from a purely economic angle.

You see, in Europe, comics are a very niche product to the point where Magic cards are more available than the latest Spider-Man. However, what you get everywhere, from supermarkets, to newsstands to bookshops is the latest Mickey Mouse. The same goes for DVDs. Disney DVDs are available at every gas station while you have to look for everything Marvel besides the big, new movies.

Basically, Europe is a huge, untapped market for comics. There are readers everywhere, granted, but there would be so many more if people knew the comics existed. Now imagine Marvel Comics being available at every newsstand and bookshop. Sales will go up to levels previously unheard of.

**Barkworm** · 09-01-2009, 06:40 AM

Errr... at least in Germany Marvel Comics WERE available at every newsstand and bookshop. It was in the mid-90s. It was a fad and it was over rather quickly.

Lordmylar06 · 09-01-2009, 06:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Anarky

You just don't get it, eh? You're a very special person and I'm proud of you.

Someone didn't take the sarcasm 101 class.

*The Stryker* · 09-01-2009, 06:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Hannah

Saying Phineas and Ferb is the best cartoon right now really isn't saying much.

It's still a damn good show.

*odupianist* · 09-01-2009, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Stryker

It's still a damn good show.

Maybe good, but not the best out there. Spectacular Spider-man is one of the best cartoons I've seen in quite awhile. Cartoons went to **** after the mid to late 90's.

*The Stryker* · 09-01-2009, 08:07 AM

I never said the best.

Cartoons were **** in the mid to late 90s with a few gems. Nostalgia is not your friend.

But that's a whole other discussion for another day.

*ZariusTwo* · 09-01-2009, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Stryker

Cartoons were **** in the mid to late 90s with a few gems. Nostalgia is not your friend.

"Nostalgia" is the most overused word used by joyless ciphers to ever come out of anyone's mouth. Ever. Cartoons in the mid to late 90s were still pretty solid, with the exception of most of the Marvel series, which don't hold up whatsoever.

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Originally Posted by Anarky

Here's what will NOT happen:
- Disney will NOT influence Marvel in any way other than "How about character X."
- Disney will NOT mess around with Marvel's current structure.

...YET.

People are only fooling themselves if they think Disney WON'T take a gander at the moraless "structure" of the publishing wing and demand things be amended. Frankly, I wouldnt mind it if Marvel got the P.C hammer. It's stopped being recognisible without someone telling them to clean up their act.

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- Disney will NOT force their properties and views into Marvel's business.

You don't know that for certain...and I guarantee that this WILL happen. It might not be immediate, it might take a few years, but it WILL happen.

*Raph's Girl* · 09-01-2009, 01:03 PM

And what does Stan The Man have to say about this?

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"To me, becoming 'Disneyfied' is not a bad thing. I mean look at (Disney) movies like 'Pirates of the Caribbean,'" Lee, who parted ways with Marvel years ago, but remains its Chairman Emeritus, said in a telephone interview with Reuters.

"Disney knows how to do movies. They know how to do colorful characters and I think the fans, if they think about it, they're going to love it."

http://www.reuters.com/article/ousiv...57U6A220090901

08-31-2009, 08:48 PM	#28
Hannah Once more, with feeling! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 4,111	Saying Phineas and Ferb is the best cartoon right now really isn't saying much. __________________

08-31-2009, 09:48 PM	#29
Anarky Outlaw Hero Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Tannhauser Gate Posts: 4,867	Okay, after extensive research and three formal inquiries to Marvel and Disney, this came to light: So what will happen: - Disney wants to give Marvel more exposure, which is their main goal. Read: Sell more products and make money. - Disney gets first dibs on FUTURE Marvel projects outside of Marvel Comics and (I think) Marvel Studios. - Disney will handle distribution. Read: Marvel Comics at WalMart becomes a realistic scenario. - Marvel Studios will remain Marvel Studios Here's what will NOT happen: - Disney will NOT influence Marvel in any way other than "How about character X." - Disney will NOT mess around with Marvel's current structure. - Disney will NOT force their properties and views into Marvel's business. - Disney will NOT have a Wolverine / Goofy Crossover or similar **. Here's what could happen: - Marvel / Pixar co-productions. - "Marvel Disney"-imprint. It is worth noting: - Both companies didn't have to make the deal, they wanted to. Read: Money-wise, this is a win/win situation. - Today is the day where some WB and DC people will seriously contemplate suicide. - The main focus of this whole merger are international markets, where there is huge untapped potential. - Current Contracts with third parties will not be affected in any way. __________________ Because it's... I dunno... brutal.**

09-01-2009, 06:40 AM	#34
Barkworm Draconian leftist ruler Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Germany Posts: 6,757	Errr... at least in Germany Marvel Comics WERE available at every newsstand and bookshop. It was in the mid-90s. It was a fad and it was over rather quickly. __________________ Make ****, not kill!

09-01-2009, 08:07 AM	#38
The Stryker Stupid Rich Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Room 237 Posts: 11,152	I never said the best. Cartoons were **** in the mid to late 90s with a few gems. Nostalgia is not your friend. But that's a whole other discussion for another day. __________________ @~<3 Mom~@

08-31-2009, 08:18 PM	#25
Machias Banshee Super Moderator Join Date: Dec 2001 Posts: 17,163	Let's not forget, Disney also bought up the Muppets. THAT will be one screwed up crossover...

09-01-2009, 03:40 AM	#32
Lordmylar06 Stone Warrior Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hurst, TX Posts: 961	lol, well at the very least the next Kingdom Hearts game could be very interesting...