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Disney Cancels 'Tiana' Series as Animation Studio Shifts Streaming Strategy

The Princess and the Frog sequel series is shelved, with a short-form special now in development as Disney pivots from longform animated streaming content.

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Overview

  • Disney Animation has officially canceled the long-awaited 'Tiana' series for Disney+, citing production costs and creative challenges after years of delays.
  • The series, announced in 2020, was to follow Princess Tiana's new adventures as Maldonia's princess, with Anika Noni Rose reprising her role from the 2009 film.
  • This decision reflects Disney's broader move away from high-budget, longform animated content for streaming, focusing instead on theatrical releases and short-form projects.
  • A new short-form animated special inspired by The Princess and the Frog is in early development, with Joyce Sherri and Stephen Anderson attached as directors.
  • Layoffs are expected at Disney's Vancouver animation studio as part of the company's strategic shift, which also includes canceling an unannounced Disney+ feature project.