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Disney is no stranger to copyright disputes. From the infamous Kimba versus Simba controversy to recent challenges over Zootopia, the company often finds itself at the center of allegations concerning intellectual property theft. As Neon and Geeky Sparkles point out, most Disney projects have faced some form of legal challenge, with many creators often falling short due to contractual stipulations that favor the corporation.

The show hosts shared their experiences within the industry to illuminate that such legal challenges are commonplace. Often, when aspiring creators pitch ideas to major studios, they sign agreements that absolve the companies from any responsibility regarding similarities that may arise—terms that can leave indies feeling vulnerable and unheard.