Flash Movie Struggles, Pixar Delayed: The Impact of COVID-19 on the Entertainment Industry
Introduction
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected the world in unprecedented ways, not least of which is the entertainment industry. With production and release schedules disrupted, many highly anticipated movies, TV shows, and festivals have been postponed indefinitely. This article provides an overview of the impact of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry, focusing on upcoming entertainment projects that have been delayed or cancelled. We also provide status updates for projects that remain unaffected by the pandemic.
Delayed Movies
The Flash Movie
The production of the much-awaited Flash movie has been delayed due to the pandemic. The release date for the movie originally slated for July 1, 2022, has been pushed to November 4, 2022, according to reports.
Pixar’s Soul
Soul, the new Pixar movie that was set to release in theaters on June 19, 2020, will now debut on Disney+ on December 25, 2020. The movie, which features the first black character to lead a Pixar film, marks yet another high-profile film casualty of the pandemic.
Top Gun: Maverick
The release of Top Gun: Maverick, a sequel to the iconic 1980s movie, has been delayed until July 2, 2021. Originally set to release on June 24, 2020, the movie’s release has been pushed back in response to the pandemic.
The French Dispatch
The new Wes Anderson movie, The French Dispatch, has also been delayed as a result of the pandemic. The movie was originally scheduled to release on July 24, 2020, but now has an unspecified release date.
Delayed Festivals
Tribeca Film Festival
The Tribeca Film Festival, which typically takes place in April in New York City, was postponed this year due to the pandemic. The festival instead held a series of online screenings and events.
South by Southwest (SXSW)
The annual South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas, which showcases music, film, and interactive media, was also cancelled due to the pandemic. The cancellation is expected to have a significant economic impact on the city, with many local businesses relying on the festival for revenue.
Delayed TV Shows
The Walking Dead
The production of The Walking Dead season 11 has been delayed due to the pandemic. The show was originally set to premiere in October 2020, but the release date has been pushed back to sometime in 2021.
Snowpiercer
The production of Snowpiercer season 2 has also been delayed as a result of the pandemic. The show, which airs on TNT, was set to premiere on May 31, 2020, but the release date has been pushed back to sometime later in the year.
The Handmaid’s Tale
The release of The Handmaid’s Tale season 4 has been delayed due to the pandemic. The show was originally set to premiere in the fall of 2020, but the release date has been pushed back to sometime in 2021.
Conclusion
The COVID-19 pandemic has had far-reaching consequences on the entertainment industry, resulting in the delay or cancellation of many highly anticipated movies, TV shows, and festivals. While some productions have been able to resume filming with new safety protocols in place, the uncertain course of the pandemic means that many projects will remain delayed for some time to come.
FAQs
1. What is the impact of COVID-19 on movie release dates?
COVID-19 has disrupted the production and release schedules of many highly anticipated movies, resulting in delays and cancellations.
2. What are some movies that have been delayed due to the pandemic?
Flash, Soul, Top Gun: Maverick, and The French Dispatch are some movies that have been delayed due to the pandemic.
3. How has COVID-19 impacted TV show production?
COVID-19 has resulted in the delay of several TV show productions, such as The Walking Dead, Snowpiercer, and The Handmaid’s Tale.
4. What festivals have been cancelled due to COVID-19?
The Tribeca Film Festival and South by Southwest (SXSW) have been cancelled due to the pandemic.
5. What is the impact of COVID-19 on the entertainment industry?
COVID-19 has had far-reaching consequences on the entertainment industry, resulting in the delay or cancellation of many highly anticipated movies, TV shows, and festivals.