Disney and YouTube TV Strike New Multi-Year Deal, Restoring Key Channels
This sweeping agreement expands live sports access, boosts subscriber perks, and unlocks new flexibility across Disney’s streaming lineup.
Disney and YouTube TV just struck a major multi-year deal, one that restores key channels, adds new perks, and reshapes how millions access Disney programming.
What’s Happening:
- After a brief disruption that saw Disney networks disappear from YouTube TV, the two companies have finalized a new long-term distribution agreement.
- The deal not only brings back fan-favorite channels like ESPN and ABC, but also expands YouTube TV’s future offerings with new sports access, bundled streaming options, and greater flexibility for subscribers.
- Both companies framed the agreement as a win for viewers, promising more choice, more content, and a smoother experience.
- YouTube TV subscribers will once again have access to the full suite of Disney networks, including ESPN, ABC, Disney Channel, FX, Freeform, and National Geographic.
- The agreement ensures all Disney linear networks remain available on YouTube TV moving forward, while certain Disney networks will appear in specialized channel packages for more customization.
- YouTube TV customers will receive access to ESPN’s upcoming Unlimited Plan at no extra cost.
- Subscribers will be able to watch select live and on-demand ESPN Unlimited programming directly within the YouTube TV interface.
- Select YouTube TV offerings will be able to include the Disney streaming bundle.
- Both companies emphasize customer value:
- Disney leadership said the deal underscores the value of its content and its commitment to evolving audience needs.
- YouTube TV noted the agreement maintains the service’s value and flexibility, apologized for the outage, and confirmed that DVR recordings are being restored.
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