DirecTV and Disney Reshape Sports Broadcasting with ABC and ESPN Restoration
DirecTV Restores ABC and ESPN
DirecTV and Disney reached a preliminary agreement Saturday on a deal to restore ABC, ESPN, and several other networks after a nearly two-week distribution feud.
In their joint statement, DirecTV and Disney emphasized their long-standing history of connecting consumers to the best entertainment, highlighting the tremendous value of Disney's content and the evolving preferences of DirecTV's customers.
Impact on Viewers
This agreement comes at a strategic time, aligning with major events such as college football and the Emmy Awards.
- The deal allows DirecTV to offer genre options including sports, entertainment, and kids and family, inclusive of Disney's linear networks.
- Certain DirecTV packages may include Disney's streaming services like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+.
Both companies are actively working to finalize a new multiyear contract that will further benefit their subscribers.
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