DirecTV-Disney Blackout Ends, Negotiation Complaint Still Active
The blackout of Disney broadcast networks and linear channels on DirecTV's satellite and streaming systems ended Saturday as the two reached a distribution deal. DirecTV said the agreement included the ability to offer genre-specific packages such as Disney linear networks.…
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In addition, Disney's streaming services will be included in some DirecTV packages as will distribution rights for Disney's upcoming ESPN streaming service at no additional cost to DirecTV subscribers. DirecTV said Monday its bad-faith negotiation complaint lodged against Disney with the FCC remains active (see 2409090003).