Corporate synergy: ABC News is heavily covering ‘The Lion King,’ including ‘exclusives’

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ABC News, which is owned by Disney, has been offering coverage across its programming of the upcoming release of the live action “The Lion King” — which is, of course, a Disney film.

• This type isn’t at all unusual — NBC regularly pays close attention to Universal films and other releases from within its corporate family.
• ABC News is also producing a special, entitled “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” featuring “GMA” anchor Robin Roberts.
• The network is also heavily promoting “exclusive” interviews and first looks that will pop up during its programming — though it’s worth noting these aren’t exactly big “gets” given the network’s ties to the film.