Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment (WDSHE) is the home video distribution division of The Walt Disney Company. It is responsible for the marketing, sales, and distribution of home entertainment content, including DVD, Blu-ray, and digital download formats. The division was originally established as Walt Disney Telecommunications and Non-Theatrical Company in 1980 and has undergone several name changes over the years.
History[edit | edit source]
Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment was founded in 1980 as Walt Disney Telecommunications and Non-Theatrical Company. It was later renamed to Walt Disney Home Video in 1983, and then to Walt Disney Home Entertainment in 2001. The division adopted its current name, Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment, in 2007.
Operations[edit | edit source]
WDSHE distributes a wide range of content, including animated and live-action films produced by Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, and other subsidiaries of The Walt Disney Company. The division also handles the distribution of television series produced by Disney Television Animation and other Disney-owned production companies.
Key Releases[edit | edit source]
Some of the most notable releases by WDSHE include classic animated films such as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, The Lion King, and Beauty and the Beast. The division has also released popular live-action films like Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl and The Avengers.
Technological Innovations[edit | edit source]
WDSHE has been at the forefront of technological advancements in home entertainment. The division was an early adopter of the DVD format and later embraced Blu-ray technology. WDSHE has also been involved in the development of digital download and streaming media services, ensuring that Disney content is accessible across a variety of platforms.
Distribution Partners[edit | edit source]
WDSHE collaborates with various distribution partners to ensure the wide availability of its content. These partners include major retail chains, online stores, and digital platforms. The division also works closely with international distributors to bring Disney content to audiences around the world.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- The Walt Disney Company
- Walt Disney Pictures
- Pixar
- Marvel Studios
- Lucasfilm
- Disney Television Animation
- Home video
References[edit | edit source]
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