Disney+’s biggest problem is its own content, or lack thereof. It’s true that Disney+ is loaded with well over 800 movies and shows, but there’s a question of whether or not it’s enough. Disney+ just launched, and it’s already reached 10 million subscribers. The service is doing well so far, but that could always change.
Disney+’s extensive library encompasses numerous franchises, such as Toy Story, Pirates of the Caribbean, Cars, and more. Of course, most of Disney+’s appeal is tied directly to two franchises in particular, Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Disney+’s launch lineup is stacked with movies from the MCU, including the complete Captain America trilogy, Avengers: Endgame, and Captain Marvel. More are on the way in the coming months. As for Star Wars, almost every movie in the Skywalker Saga is available for streaming, with Star Wars: The Last Jedi being added in late December 2019.
Right now, Disney+’s most talked-about show or movie is without a doubt The Mandalorian, and for good reason. Though it initially received mixed reviews, The Mandalorian has garnered a great deal of attention for its story, world-building, and what it all means for the Star Wars universe. Just being the first live-action Star Wars show has a lot to do with its popularity as well. The Mandalorian is responsible for a lot of the hype surrounding Disney+, but what will happen after its first season is over?
Season 1 of The Mandalorian only lasts for eight episodes. When it’s over, interest in Disney+ could die down. Disney+ has other original shows, but none can compare with The Mandalorian right now. Disney+ will have other high-profile shows that may achieve similar levels of hype. It has eight Marvel series in development. The problem is that Disney+ won’t start rolling out its MCU shows until late 2020 with The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. That’s a long time for customers to wait for a reason to keep their subscriptions. It remains to be seen if Disney+’s nostalgic appeal will be enough to keep them around.
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