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Sarah Christie leaves Amazon to run Disney+ local content in Australia

Sarah Christie to executive director, local content at Disney+, from Amazon MGM Studios, where she commissioned both seasons of Deadloch.

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Sarah Christie: appointed executive director, local content at Disney+, overseeing commissioning and acquisitions across Australia and New Zealand. Joins from Amazon MGM Studios after five years, including more than two years as head of Australian and New Zealand originals; her commissions there include The Narrow Road to the Deep North, both seasons of Deadloch, The Office Australia and Inside the AFL. Reports to Jon Wax, executive vice president, international content, Disney Entertainment. Starts in November. First reported by Variety Australia. Reported 13/10/2026.

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