Barack and Michelle Obama land major Disney deal after Netflix split

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleThis collaboration is Higher Ground's first major deal since its eight-year first-look agreement with Netflix concluded in April (AFP/Getty)Barack Obama and Michelle Obama's media production company, Higher Ground, has partnered with Disney to produce an original animated fantasy series. This collaboration is Higher Ground's first major deal since its eight-year first-look agreement with Netflix concluded in April. The series, titled 'Journey,' will be created by Matt Munn and will air on Disney's Kids & Family arm, recently rebranded from Disney Branded Television. The fantasy tale centers on a protagonist named Journey who explores forbidden lands to uncover the truth about her father's disappearance and her inherent magical powers. The announcement follows recent denounced hateful remarks made by UFC fighter Josh Hokit about Michelle Obama during a White House event. In fullObamas announce next move for their production company after end of Netflix dealThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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