Actor Sean Gunn, known for his role in "Guardians of the Galaxy," publicly challenged Disney CEO Bob Iger's remarks about the ongoing SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. Iger had previously expressed concerns about the strikes' detrimental impact on the entertainment industry. Gunn, speaking from the picket line, countered Iger's sentiments by pointing to the significant wage gap between CEOs and lower-level workers. He argued that the substantial disparity in compensation is a more pressing issue than the strike's disruption.

Gunn specifically referenced the stark contrast between CEO-to-worker pay ratios in the 1980s, which were around 30 to 1, compared to the current 400 to 1 ratio exemplified by Iger's compensation. He questioned the morality and ethics of such a vast difference in earnings. Gunn also expressed his frustration with streaming platforms, particularly Netflix, regarding residual payments. He cited his experience with "Gilmore Girls," a show that has generated substantial profits for Netflix, yet provides him with minimal residuals, despite Warner Bros. Discovery being the entity responsible for these payments.

Gunn's critique extended to Netflix executives Ted Sarandos and Reed Hastings, questioning their large bonuses while creatives receive limited compensation. He urged a reevaluation of business practices to ensure a fairer distribution of profits. However, reports indicate that Gunn's understanding of Sarandos and Hastings' compensation structure was inaccurate. The core of the actors' and writers' strikes revolves around fair wages, residuals in the streaming era, and the role of AI in creative processes. Iger, during his CNBC interview, deemed the unions' expectations unrealistic, emphasizing the disruptive nature of the strikes amidst the industry's ongoing challenges.