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Animator Sues Disney for $10 Billion Over "Moana"

1/19/2025

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Animator Buck Woodall is taking on The Walt Disney Co. in a staggering $10 billion copyright lawsuit, claiming the beloved "Moana" franchise was lifted from his original screenplay. Woodall accuses ex-Disney director Jenny Marchick of using his work without consent and demands 2.5% of the film's profits, along with a court ruling to protect his copyright.

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Animator Buck Woodall is taking on The Walt Disney Co. in a staggering $10 billion copyright lawsuit, claiming the beloved "Moana" franchise was lifted from his original screenplay. Woodall accuses ex-Disney director Jenny Marchick of using his work without consent and demands 2.5% of the film's profits, along with a court ruling to protect his copyright.