Oscar Isaac Expresses Hesitancy to Work With Disney, Cites Concerns Over “Fascism”

Actor Oscar Isaac stated today he is currently “not so open” to future collaborations with Disney, linking his reluctance to the recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel and broader concerns about the company’s direction.

In a recent interview, Isaac addressed the possibility of reprising his role as Poe Dameron in the Star Wars franchise, stating, “Yeah. I mean, I’d be open to it, although right now I’m not so open to working with Disney. But if they can kinda figure it out and, you know, not succumb to fascism, that would be great … if that happens, then yeah, I’d be open to having a conversation about a galaxy far away. Or any number of other things.” The interview was conducted shortly after Kimmel’s suspension from ABC, a Disney-owned network.

Kimmel was temporarily removed from his late-night show in September following comments made regarding the killing of Charlie Kirk and reactions from supporters of former President Donald Trump. Brendan Carr, chair of the Federal Communications Commission, subsequently threatened the licenses of Disney and affiliated broadcasters, a move some critics characterized as politically motivated. This incident sparked widespread debate about censorship and the influence of political pressure on media organizations; you can learn more about the FCC’s role on their official website.

Isaac joins a growing number of actors and creatives, including Pedro Pascal and Mark Ruffalo, who have publicly voiced support for Kimmel and criticized Disney’s handling of the situation. Some, like Tatiana Maslany, have even called for boycotts of Disney-owned streaming services. The controversy highlights increasing tensions between entertainment companies and political forces, potentially impacting future creative decisions and industry standards. For more on the broader context of media and politics, see resources from the Brookings Institution.

Disney executives have not yet responded directly to Isaac’s comments, but Carr is scheduled to testify before the Senate commerce committee in December regarding his actions related to the Kimmel suspension.