Disney's 'Mulan' delayed amid coronavirus concerns
Mulan has joined the growing list of films delayed due to coronavirus.
Per The Hollywood Reporter, Disney has opted to push back the North American release of its live-action remake from March 27 to a later date in 2020. Its rollout in other countries, including China, had already been postponed indefinitely due to the outbreak of COVID-19.
"Making this films has been one of the most satisfying and exhilarating experiences of my entire career, and I've been so fortunate to be on this journey with some of the best cast and crew in the business," director Niki Caro said in a statement to fans via Instagram.
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"We are so excited to share this film with the world, but given the current ever-shifting circumstances we all are experiencing, unfortunately, we have to postpone the worldwide release of Mulan for now. Our hearts are with everyone the world over who is affected by this virus, and we hope that Mulan's fighting spirit will continues to inspire those who are working so hard to keep us all safe."
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Despite promising press reactions from the film's premiere in Hollywood on Monday, Mulan could have seen low attendance due to social distancing measures taken by moviegoers and theaters alike. Although movie chains have yet to announce closings, gatherings over a certain size — ranging from 250 to 500 — have been banned in numerous states.
Disney's The New Mutants, due out April 3, and Searchlight's Antlers, expected in theaters April 17, are also facing reported delays per The Hollywood Reporter.
UPDATE: March 12, 2020, 4:12 p.m. PDT The above has been edited to include Niki Caro's official statement.
