Disney had planned to debut the film, which
features footage of the live show in June 2016 with creator
Lin-Manuel Miranda and the original cast, in movie theaters in
October 2021. But the coronavirus pandemic, which has shuttered
Broadway stages and cineplexes, has prompted Disney to adapt its
programming strategy.
"In light of the extraordinary challenges facing our world, this
story about leadership, tenacity, hope, love and the power of
people to unite against the forces of adversity is both relevant
and impactful," Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger said in a
statement.
"Hamilton" is a rap musical in which African-American and Latino
actors play the founding fathers of the United States. It won 11
Tony awards and a Pulitzer Prize.
(Reporting by Lisa Richwine; Editing by Richard Chang)
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