Disney+ Appoints Philip Pratt to Lead Originals in DACH Region

WHO:

Variety - Philip Pratt has been appointed to lead original production for Disney+ in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

Deadline - Philip Pratt was previously the head of original productions at Amazon Germany.

WHAT:

Variety - Pratt will oversee original production for Disney+ in the DACH region.

Deadline - Pratt will take on the role of VP, Original Production at Disney+.

WHERE:

Variety - Pratt will be based in Munich, Germany.

WHEN:

Variety - Pratt is set to join Disney+ early next year.

Deadline - Pratt will officially start his role in early 2027.

WHY:

Variety - The appointment is part of Disney+'s strategy to grow its local content in the DACH region.

HOW:

Variety - Pratt will report to EMEA content boss Angela Jain.

(UPDATED October 12, 2026 11:04 UTC)

Philip Pratt has been appointed as the Vice President of Original Production for Disney+ in the DACH region, where he will oversee local content development. Previously, Pratt led original productions at Amazon Germany and will be based in Munich as he takes on this new role, officially starting in early 2027. His appointment is part of Disney+'s strategy to enhance its local offerings in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria, and he will report to EMEA content boss Angela Jain.