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Warner Bros. Reups Film Chiefs Michael De Luca and Pamela Abdy After $4 Billion Year

The renewal underscores Warner Bros.’ return to a theatrical-first footing after a hit-driven rebound.

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Overview

  • Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav confirmed in an internal note that De Luca and Abdy have renewed their deals to continue leading the Motion Picture Group.
  • The studio surpassed $4 billion at the global box office with just 11 films, scored nine No. 1 global debuts, and set a record run of seven straight $40 million-plus domestic openings this year.
  • The turnaround was powered by hits including A Minecraft Movie nearing $1 billion worldwide, Sinners and Weapons, alongside franchise entries such as Superman and The Conjuring: Last Rites, even as One Battle After Another underperformed despite strong reviews.
  • The vote of confidence follows months of industry chatter that Zaslav was considering replacements earlier this year after several misfires.
  • Zaslav highlighted a continued theatrical strategy with a balanced slate spanning DC, horror, originals and a return to animation, with upcoming releases including Wuthering Heights (Feb. 13), The Mummy (Apr. 17), Mortal Kombat II (May 15), Supergirl (June 26) and The Cat in the Hat (Nov. 6).