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Subscribers First, Profits Later
The launch of Disney Plus in November 2019 demonstrated a significant shift in subscription-based streaming, emphasizing subscriber growth over immediate profitability. Disney's ambitious goal of 60 million subscribers within four years was surpassed in just one year, achieving over 70 million. This rapid success stunned industry experts, including Netflix CEO Reed Hastings, who initially doubted Disney's potential to reach such numbers.