The top brass at Disney/Lucasfilm are pondering why 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' didn’t fly anywhere near as high as they expected in the US and internationally, including Australia, last weekend.
In a downer weekend at Australian cinemas Disney/Lucasfilm’s 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' fell to earth after its underwhelming debut while Nash Edgerton’s 'Gringo' misfired.
The Walt Disney Co will roll out its direct-to-consumer streaming service in Australia on November 19, one week after the US launch.
Disney Australia/New Zealand is using its social media platforms to promote a raft of original shows including the $120 million Star Wars spin-off The Mandalorian which will premiere on Disney+ when the direct-to-consumer service launches next Tuesday.
'The Fall Guy' has continued to dominate the local box office, taking $2.4 million in its second week amid a wave of 'Star Wars' nostalgia which lured audiences to re-watch the classic sci-fi films at the cinema.