Elon Musk Vs Jason Momoa: Warner Bros. Gave Up When World's Richest Man Threatened Them Over His Girlfriend Amber Heard's Aquaman Role - Despite 'Most Handsome Man' Protests
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Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) is facing challenges with its upcoming 'Aquaman' sequel due to a defamation lawsuit involving actress Amber Heard. Tesla CEO Elon Musk reportedly threatened the studio to keep Heard in the film. The studio is also dealing with mixed results from its DC Comics movie universe, once seen as a potential competitor to Walt Disney Co's (NYSE:DIS) Marvel brand.
October 11, 2023 | 11:11 pm
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Warner Bros. Discovery is dealing with legal issues and potential negative publicity surrounding its upcoming 'Aquaman' sequel, which could impact its stock price.
The defamation lawsuit involving Amber Heard and the alleged threats from Elon Musk could lead to negative publicity for Warner Bros. Discovery, potentially impacting its stock price.
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Walt Disney Co's Marvel brand continues to outperform Warner Bros. Discovery's DC Comics movie universe, which could positively impact its stock price.
The ongoing struggles of Warner Bros. Discovery's DC Comics movie universe could lead to a stronger position for Walt Disney Co's Marvel brand, potentially positively impacting its stock price.
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