The decision by theater chains and Sony Pictures to scrap a spoof comedy amid threats from North Korea has positively disgusted many in the entertainment industry.

A light dusting of snow from an overnight storm covers the statutes at the Korean War Memorial in Washington early Friday morning Jan. 3, 2014. After a storm blew through the Washington region overnight, roads are being cleared and many schools systems are closed. The federal government and the District of Columbia government will be open Friday, but workers have the option to take leave or telework. (AP Photo/J. David Ake)

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Rob Lowe found himself in league with former U.S. Speaker Newt Gingrich following the demise of "The Interview."

From Lowe:

and he retweeted this message by Georgia's former congressman:

Producer Judd Apatow, whose credits including Atlanta-filmed "Anchorman 2" and "Wanderlust," shared his outrage as well:

As did late-night host Jimmy Kimmel:

The other late-night Jimmy stuck to his usual fare:

Actress and humanitarian Mia Farrow was succinct: