Russell T Davies, best known as being behind iconic shows like Queer As Folk and Doctor Who, has shared his concerns about what the rise of streaming platform Disney+ could mean for LGBTQ+ representation.
Speaking at the Edinburgh TV Festival, Russell said: “Can I just say my one negative worry is the rise of Disney actually. I love a Disney show, I love a Disney film, I love these things, but that is a giant.
Disney+ is barely a year [old] and it is vast already. He added: “It’s already started charging for your live-action Mulan, so you can see the money rollercoasting towards it, and my great worry with huge monoliths like that is it’s family orientated, it’s family friendly.” Russell then spoke about the many acquistions of other