Walt Disney Co announced it would launch Disney+ in eight more countries in Europe, as millions of people stuck at home due to coronavirus-induced restrictions turn to streaming services for entertainment.
Disney+ will debut in Portugal, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, Belgium and Luxembourg on Sept. 15, the home of Mickey Mouse said .
The streaming service that featured the popular series “The Mandalorian” is live in eight countries in Europe, including the United Kingdom.
Disney+, which made its debut in November in the United States, attracted more than 50 million paid users, Disney said in April.
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