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Pixar Cancels "Be Fri" Amid Disney's Concerns Over Girl Power

4/13/2026

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Pixar insiders report the studio canceled the film "Be Fri," inspired by Kristen Lester's childhood and about two girls saving humanity.
The script was promising and compared to the success of "Hoppers," yet Disney demanded changes before scrapping the project.
Insiders say Disney feared public perception and failed to back a "girl power" narrative.
The cancellation stands out as Netflix's similar concept "KPop Demon Hunters" found success, fueling insiders' regret.

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Pixar insiders report the studio canceled the film "Be Fri," inspired by Kristen Lester's childhood and about two girls saving humanity.
The script was promising and compared to the success of "Hoppers," yet Disney demanded changes before scrapping the project.
Insiders say Disney feared public perception and failed to back a "girl power" narrative.
The cancellation stands out as Netflix's similar concept "KPop Demon Hunters" found success, fueling insiders' regret.