People are canceling Disney primarily because ABC, owned by Disney, suspended the show "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" indefinitely after host Jimmy Kimmel made controversial remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Many viewers see this suspension as a violation of free speech and censorship. This has triggered calls for a boycott of Disney's streaming services like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ on social media, with users demanding the reinstatement of Kimmel's show. The backlash includes calls from celebrities and political commentators to cancel subscriptions and boycott the company until Disney reverses its decision. This boycott movement gained traction amid concerns about government pressure, corporate censorship, and perceived cowardice in standing up for free speech.
Additionally, the suspension has caused technical strain on Disney’s cancellation pages due to a surge in users attempting to quit subscriptions , and some people on forums have confirmed canceling Disney/Hulu subscriptions as part of the protest.