Produced by Marvel Studios since 2008, under the ownership of the Walt Disney Company since 2009, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is a media franchise, with over 29 films and 19 television series already produced. Operating with shared universe storytelling, the media franchise has had significant commercial success has largely received positive critical reviews. However, the MCU has received criticism, including from a number of high-profile filmmakers, particularly centered around its impact on filmmaking, its representation of women and LGBT+ characters, whitewashing, as well as its relationship with the American military.