Overview

• The 'Tiana' series, announced in 2020 and delayed to 2024, has been officially canceled after five years of development.
• Walt Disney Animation is pivoting away from creating original longform content for Disney+, citing production costs and shifting priorities.
• The show's lead writer and director, Joyce Sherri, will now develop a short-form special inspired by 'The Princess and the Frog,' with details yet to be confirmed.
• The cancellation aligns with Disney's broader strategy to focus on theatrical releases, which have proven more profitable, including hits like 'Moana 2' and 'Inside Out 2.'
• Layoffs at Disney's Vancouver studio have been reported as part of this business strategy shift, affecting multiple projects.