Scarlett Johansson has filed a lawsuit for breach of contract over the release of “Black Widow”. The actress claims the studio’s decision to release the movie on Disney+ and in theatres on the same day was in breach of her contract, which she says guaranteed an exclusive theatrical release of the film.
Her salary for the Marvel movie was largely based on theatrical performance. In March, Disney announced “Black Widow” and several other titles including Emma Stone’s “Cruella” would premiere simultaneously on their subscription-based streaming service with an additional premium $30 price for subscribers, as well as in markets where cinemas were open. “Black Widow” opened with an $80 million box office haul in the U.S.
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