Eternals is banned from theaters in Middle Eastern countries such as Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, or Qatar because of the movies gay elements. The Hollywood Reporter revealed that Marvel Studios' next film, Eternals, wasbanned inSaudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar. We want to hear from you! Eternals and West Side Story also suffered bans late last year. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. The newspaper didnt give any reason for the ban but its most likely because of the character Phastos who is the first openly gay hero. Eternals looks to suffer another box office blow as it is reported countries in the Middle East are either banning the film completely or screening an edited cut, which also follows it previously reported that the flick likely wont play in China, the number two market in the world. Marvel Studios latest Eternals has reportedly been banned in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, as per The Hollywood Reporter. In recent years, the company has been taking the tiniest steps beyond that archaic restriction, featuring an "exclusively gay moment"in "Beauty and the Beast"and a reference to a gay relationship in "Avengers: Endgame.". According to THR, While Eternals was expected to hit screens throughout the Middle East beginning November 11, the movie has now been pulled from exhibition in the nations of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar. The Eternal Phastos has a husband and children. Not only is Phastos the MCUs first gay superhero, but he and Ben are married and fathers to a young son. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day, Get the scoops first! According to a report from Deadline, the Disney/Marvel movie Eternals will not be hitting the big screens in some Middle Eastern countries namelySaudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman. Copyright 2020 The Direct Media Group LLC. Last month,Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness was the latest studio film to be banned in parts of the region due to a gay character. There was a problem. Back in May 2017, Warner Bros. Wonder Womanwas officially banned in Lebanon. And even if the money was the determining factor, perhaps it was decided the movie would not do enough business in these markets to make the change worthwhile. The anticipated robust overseas box office of Disney/MarvelsEternals,which posted a first day of $7.6M, will definitely not have Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman in its future release plans. The reason was just a single line referring to a lesbian relationship. In the United Arab Emirates, however, the film is still listed as among the titles coming soon. Eternals and West Side Story also suffered bans late last year. The news emerged on Thursday, with Eternals having quietly been removed from websites in each of those countries. Marvel Studios' "Eternals"will not play in theaters in the Middle Eastern countries of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, or Qatar. This is the first time that a same-sex couple has been depicted in a Marvel film. In recent days, Eternals has made headlines across the Middle East region after it was banned in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait. 2023 Variety Media, LLC. Subscribe for full access to The Hollywood Reporter. It made these Arab countries looks so ignorant and pathetic., Variety confirmed Thursday that the film has been banned in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Qatar ahead of its release across the Gulf region on Nov. 11. Current box office estimates for Eternalsthis weekend offer anywhere from $67 million to $92 million, with Deadlines estimates offering $75 million. Eternals and West Side Story also suffered bans late last year. She expressed astonishment that how is everyone comfortable living in such a society that doesnt accept love and good relationships. The Indian Express website has been rated GREEN for its credibility and trustworthiness by Newsguard, a global service that rates news sources for their journalistic standards. Therefore, the OTT platform is considering a revised version of the Marvel movie Eternals. 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By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. 2023 The Hollywood Reporter, LLC. Marvel Studios'Eternalswill be arriving for many fans across the world soon. Post by Mark. In 2021, Marvel released The Eternals, which featured Phastos, a gay, married man, and his husband. Is Akshay Kumar Supporting War with Pakistan? The newspaper didnt give any reason for the ban but its most likely because of the character Phastos who is the first openly gay hero. Disney's stance on this issue shows that the studio has supported director Chlo Zhao, who was hopeful that the relationship would not be censored when she spoke to Indiewire last month. Deadline is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. Can you imagine how many lives this is going to be saving kids, young queer folk, who are being bullied, committing suicide and not seeing themselves being represented? Sleiman said that he doesnt support or respect the governments with a mindset negating LGBT and that these authorities have showcased how they are just a disgrace to both humanity and God. The streaming platform has been gaining much attention due to its latest projects that include certain Disney plus series and movies. Angelina Jolie reacted to the news that her new Marvel movie, Etertnals, has been banned by several countries in the Middle East over the portrayal of gay couple. The film was recently released in different parts of the world but got banned in some Arab countries. When the decision was made to make one of the Eternals gay, this was likely discussed internally back then, and the decision was made to do it anyway. Sources suggest the inclusion of the MCU's first same-gender couple is causing issues in the Gulf. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. While financial considerations were almost certainly weighed her, those arent always the only concerns to be considered. Marvel Studios latest Eternals has reportedly been banned in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, as per The Hollywood Reporter. Eternals Marvel's first gay superhero also got his movie banned. Subscribe to Deadline Breaking News Alerts and keep your inbox happy. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. What is really going to hurt Eternals, and it is something that hurt both Black Widow and Shang-Chi, is not getting a China release, as if we compare these flicks box offices to that of the Ant-Man movies, China made up around 20% of the gross, so Eternals, Black Widow, and Shang-Chi are probably losing out on close to $100 million or more each. Home Movie News Eternals Box Office Blow: Banned In Middle East, Likely China. Back in May 2017, Warner Bros. Wonder Woman was officially banned in Lebanon. In 2020, Onward, the Pixar title created hype when it got banned in Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia. Its been a while since a movie has been banned in Kuwait but according to Al Jarida newspaper, the Marvel Studios film Eternals has been banned in Kuwait. 'Eternals' to release on Nov 5; How and where to watch Angelina Jolie-starrer online? Post by Mark. As per the website, edit requests were made by the local censors that Disney was not willing to make. In the meantime, the rest of the world will get to watchEternalson November 5, 2021. Angelina Jolie, who played Thena in the movie, criticized peoples way of thinking about homosexuality. Movie studios, and Disney specifically have dealt with this before and they likely expected this sort of pushback. The publication was told by sources that the gay relationship in the Marvel Cinematic Universe movie may have been the reason. 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'Eternals' To Not Release In Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain And Oman; Here's Why Touted as one of the biggest MCU films, Chlo Zhao directed super-god film Eternals has been banned from releasing in some of the major Middle Eastern countries Written By Princia Hendriques Image: Instagram/@MarvelStudios One regional cinema chain explained that Eternals had been banned but said they hadnt been told why. Back in May 2017, Warner Bros. Wonder Woman was officially banned in Lebanon. And now they get to see this its above and beyond., When we talked Friday, Sleiman recalled how it was his idea to have his character speak some Arabic in the film. Hopefully this will inspire the Saudi people, the Kuwaiti people and the people in Qatar to fight back.. The publication was told by sources that the gay relationship in the Marvel Cinematic Universe movie may have been the reason. Wonder Womanwas also banned in Tunisia. Cinemablend is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. The film is one of A24s biggest-budget productions to date. The all-star superhero film, which was due for release across the Gulf region on Nov. 11, is understood to have been met with a series of edit requests by local censors, edits that THR has heard Disney was not willing to make. NY 10036. Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters. A still from Eternals. 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Last year, Disney/Pixar's "Onward"was banned in the countries of Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia because of a single line that alluded to a lesbian relationship. It's quite notable how Marvel Studios and Disney are putting their footdown and refusing to make any changes or edits that wouldget rid of the important representation held withinEternals. Angelina Jolie is responding to her new movie Eternals apparently being banned by certain Gulf Nations. Marvels Eternals Gets Banned Over LGBTQ+ Characters in Middle East Countries Marvel Studios Eternals was banned from cinemas in the Gulf, a response likely given due to the inclusion of a same-sex couple. EXCLUSIVE:A24s fantasy hit Everything Everywhere All At Once has been banned in parts of the Middle East, we understand. Its a kissing scene involving Brian Tyree Henry AKA Phastos in the Eternals and Haaz Sleiman who plays Ben. All Rights Reserved. While official reasons werent provided by either the studio or the local territories, heres our understanding of what went down: In Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Oman, the censors were seeking further cuts beyond any scenes of intimacy and that Disney opted not to make the edits, hence distribution certificates werent issued. Heres how it works. Marvel's Eternals will reportedly be banned from release in certain countries - a list which includes Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar. Upon the news about Eternals getting banned in multiple Arab countries, some Hollywood celebrities spoke about it. Marvel Studios latest Eternals has reportedly been banned in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, as per The Hollywood Reporter. The genre-busting dramedy has been hailed by a number of critics for its themes of queer acceptance and identity. I wish I had that when I was a kid, to see this. Sources suggest the decision was likely made over the inclusion of a same-gender couple in the film and the MCUs first gay superhero. Variety is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Marvel Studios' "Eternals" will not play in theaters in the Middle Eastern countries of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, or Qatar. Angelina Jolie is responding to her new movie Eternals apparently being banned by certain Gulf Nations. In the past, Disney and other studios have released edited versions of films in regions where that content is seen as objectionable. The only Middle Eastern company listed is the United Arab Emirates where the country brought in close to $12.8 million for The Avengers: Endgame and almost $3.4 million for Shang-Chi, but the United Arab Emirates is showing Eternals. It was originally set to hit theaters on November 11, 2021. Property Brothers Preschool Series Builder Brothers Dream Factory Sets Premiere (Exclusive), Viagra Trial Drama Men Up Coming to BBC From Russell T. 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