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List of acquisitions by Disney

The Walt Disney Company was founded in 1923 and since the 1990s has acquired many properties to increase its size in the media industry. The table shows the most substantial and important mergers and acquisitions that Disney has made over the years.

Acquisitions

Divestments

See also

  • Acquisition of 21st Century Fox by Disney

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