Disney's process to identify CEO Bob Iger's successor will officially include external candidates as well as four current executives.

Disney is considering taking a look outside of the Magic Kingdom for Bob Iger’s successor, with Electronic Arts CEO Andrew Wilson among external candidates being floated for the top job, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Disney is exploring fresh candidates in its search for a successor to Bob Iger, including some from outside its castle walls, as the board and its newly named chairman move to bring order to a closely watched succession process.

According to the Wall Street Journal, Disney is exploring outsiders as potential CEO candidates to replace Bob Iger.Disney Considering External CEO CandidatesThese candidates reportedly include Andrew Wilson,

According to the Wall Street Journal, Disney is looking at bringing in external candidates, and Wilson's name has appeared alongside other notable business persons like Disney Entertainment co-chairman Dana Walden, Disney parks chairman Josh D'Amaro, ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro, and Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman.

Gorman is executive chairman of Morgan Stanley and as previously announced he will be stepping down from that role on Dec. 31, 2024. He oversaw the recent succession process at Morgan Stanley, where he had previously served as the firm’s CEO. In August, the board tapped Gorman to lead the CEO succession committee, taking over the role from Parker.

As Disney’s CEO transition draws closer, the company is reportedly widening its search for a successor to Bob Iger, now considering top candidates outside the organization. Here’s what we know about the search and a surprising names under consideration.