Disney Animation Chief Jared Bush Wants Jordan Peele to Direct Next
Bush told Collider at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival that Peele is a brilliant filmmaker who takes big chances.
Jared Bush, Disney Head of Animation, said he wants Jordan Peele to come work at Disney Animation immediately, according to Collider. Bush made the comments in an interview with the outlet at the SCAD Savannah Film Festival.
Bush cited Peele as a brilliant filmmaker who takes big chances and does bold storytelling. He added that he would love to see what Peele would do with a Disney animated film.
No project or deal was announced, and Bush's comments were a statement of interest rather than a confirmed collaboration. Collider's interview was conducted by Steve Weintraub.
Peele's live-action track record
Peele's films so far have all been live-action horror. He previously directed Get Out in 2017 and Us in 2019.
Peele most recently directed Nope, starring Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. The film grossed over $170 million against a $68 million budget and won over 45 awards, with nearly 200 nominations in late 2022 and early 2023.
Quick answers
Did Jordan Peele confirm a Disney animated film?
No. Jared Bush said he would like Peele to make a Disney Animation film, but no project or deal was announced.
What is Jordan Peele's latest film?
Peele most recently directed Nope, starring Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer.