Unapproved Disney Characters (UPDATE)

Jason Porath's Rejected Princesses Series is Expanded

Jason Porath has expanded his popular Rejected Princesses series to include another 12 unlikely candidates for the international franchise. As badass as the previous historical figures, as people read through Jason Porath's descriptions of each one, it's clear why they never made the cut to having their own animated film. After all, these movies are geared towards young and impressionable children.

Yet with Mad Max: Fury Road still on many people's minds, Jason Porath's Rejected Princesses may not be so inappropriate after all. Yet more than anything, he artist writes, "Everyone wants to be seen. That means having their culture/subculture in a positive light, even if for just a second. There's a vast underserved population of people who never see the things they most closely identify with in a positive light. They get very excited when they're represented."

Expanded Rejected Princesses Series
Jason Porath expands his popular Rejected Princesses series by featuring another 12 unlikely candidates for the international franchise.
Inclusion and Positive Representation
There is a growing demand for positive representation of diverse cultures and subcultures, creating opportunities for inclusive storytelling and character development in animation.
Addressing Underserved Populations
There is an emerging market for content that caters to the interests and identities of underserved populations, offering opportunities for niche entertainment platforms and alternative media channels.

Who This Affects Most

Animation
The animation industry can embrace and capitalize on the demand for diverse and inclusive storytelling, creating animated films and TV shows that represent a wide range of cultures and subcultures.
Media and Entertainment
The media and entertainment industry can explore niche platforms and alternative media channels to serve underserved populations, offering content that resonates with their interests and identities.
Merchandising and Licensing
The merchandising and licensing industry can tap into the expanded Rejected Princesses series, creating a range of merchandise and consumer products featuring the unlikely candidates, catering to fans worldwide.
SCORE
6.1 out of 10
GENDER
50% Men50% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
  • Gen X (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 89%
Activity 87%
Freshness 8%

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