Disney's 'Win or Lose' Features First Openly Christian Character in Nearly Two Decades

The new Pixar series also faced controversy over the removal of a transgender storyline before its Disney+ debut.

Pixar's 'Win or Lose,' Disney's first original animated TV series, includes Laurie, a Christian character who prays for strength during moments of self-doubt.
This marks the first time since 2007 that a Disney production has openly referenced Christian faith, drawing comparisons to 'Bridge to Terabithia' and 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame.'
The series originally included a transgender storyline, but Disney removed dialogue referencing gender identity, citing parental preferences for discussing such topics on their own terms.
The decision to cut the transgender storyline and include a Christian character has drawn mixed reactions, with some LGBTQ+ advocates expressing unease and conservative audiences showing support.
The first episode of 'Win or Lose' is currently available for free on YouTube, while the full series is streaming on Disney+ with the final episodes set to release on March 12.