Marvel Entertainment Inc. said Thursday that its shareholders at a special meeting approved the company’s deal to be acquired by Walt Disney Co. Marvel, which owns such popular comic-book icons as Spider-Man, Iron Man and X-Men, said it expects the deal, which is valued at about $4.3 billion based on
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Most Epic Disney Marvel Mashup Poster EVER!
When it was announced that Marvel Entertainment was acquired by Disney, artists have been creating art mash-ups. Check the related post section below to see a few. “Epic Misney†by T Campbell and John Waltrip is probably the best and most comprehensive I’ve seen produced. John has produced a limited
Disney-Marvel Combo Assures More of That $10 Billion Movie Market
Marvel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: MVL) is about to disappear. The Walt Disney Co. (NYSE: DIS) acquisition is set to close this week. Some have criticized this $4.2 billion cash and stock deal, but there is going to be more merit to this combination with Disney than just traditional M&A. That
Disney sees big dollars in Marvel unknowns
(AP Photo/Marvel Entertainment Inc.) Moviegoers have shown a willingness to be entangled by Spider-Man’s web over and over again. Now, as Disney prepares to buy the comic-book powerhouse Marvel, it faces the question of whether fans will also get attached to characters as obscure as Ant-Man and Iron Fist. The
Disney/Marvel Facing Copyright Lawsuit
It appears that Walt Disney’s $4 billion purchase of Marvel Entertainment might come with more than it’s fair share of headaches, 45 in fact. The heirs of Jack Kirby, forward thinking comic book artist and co-creator of many Marvel tentpole properties including X-Men, Fantastic Four have sent 45 notices of
When, where and how: Marvel characters in Disney theme parks
Ive heard the same refrain for the last week or so: How will Disney ever incorporate the dark and edgy Marvel comic book characters into its family-friendly fairy tale theme parks? While at first glance the task seems daunting, upon further reflection the opportunities appear endless. Its certainly not a
Disney Marvel Pic of the Day
Whoever did this is a genius! Those 2 pictures go together flawlessly. Thanks www.bestoftheinterwebs.com for the post! Check out their site for more funny pictures and videos.
Disney/Pixar To Move Forward With ‘Ant-Man’ Movie
Article from G4 It appears that the Marvel Movie Universe just grew (or shrunk, depending on your point of view.) According to a recent blurb by Entertainment Weekly, the long-awaited superhero solo film starring Henry Pym or Ant-Man (among other aliases), perhaps the most unsung of the Avengers founding members,
Disney’s First Press Conference After Purchasing Marvel
Disney’s First Press Conference After Purchasing Marvel Uploaded by thecomedytroupe. – Sitcom, sketch, and standup comedy videos.
Disney Marvel Mashups
Some great pictures, I am only going to post a few if you want to see the rest check out Superpunch.
Disney presents X-Men Origins – Wolverine 2 Teaser
Disney also announced that production will begin on a new Punisher film, with Goofy slated to take the starring role.
How the Disney-Marvel deal affects Universal Studios theme parks
Disney’s acquisition of Marvel is expected to have no effect on Universal Studios Florida, where visitors ride on attractions themed to Spider-Man and pose for photos with the Incredible Hulk at the Islands of Adventure theme park. “Our agreement with Marvel stands for as long as we follow the terms
Disney buying Marvel..Good or Bad?
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Disney to acquire Marvel for $4 billion in cash and stock – Update w/ video
Disney has agreed to pay $4 billion in cash and stock deal for Marvel, which values the company’s shares at $50 a piece. That’s a 29% premium over Marvel’s $38.65-a-share price on Friday. Some Highlight from the conference call can be read below…
