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Disney strikes deal with TikTok for use of film clips

From VRT NWS · () Dutch

Translated from Dutch, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Disney has reached an agreement with TikTok to allow the use of film and series clips in short videos on the platform.
  • The deal grants TikTok creators access to content from Disney's extensive catalog, including franchises like Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.
  • This collaboration aims to enhance content creation on TikTok by providing access to iconic Disney material.

Entertainment giant Disney has entered into a significant agreement with TikTok, permitting the use of clips from its vast library of films and series on the popular short-form video platform. This deal opens up Disney's extensive content catalog to TikTok's global community of creators.

Under the terms of the agreement, TikTok will provide its creators with access to material from hundreds of films and series. These include beloved franchises and intellectual properties from Disney's iconic brands, such as Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars. The collaboration is expected to enrich the content available on TikTok, offering creators new avenues for engagement and creativity.

The partnership signifies a strategic move by Disney to leverage its intellectual property in the rapidly evolving digital media landscape. By making its content accessible on a platform with billions of users, Disney aims to broaden its reach and potentially introduce its characters and stories to new audiences. The specifics of how the content will be licensed and used by creators are detailed in the agreement, though the announcement highlights the availability of material from major Disney franchises.

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Originally published by VRT NWS in Dutch. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.