Disney and DirecTV Reach Deal, Ending Two-Week Blackout for 11 Million Subscribers Before College Football Games

Sep 14, 2024, 01:29 PM

Disney and DirecTV have reached a new carriage deal, ending a two-week blackout that affected approximately 11 million subscribers. The agreement restores access to Disney-owned channels such as ESPN, ABC, the Disney Channel, SEC Network, and ACC Network, just in time for this weekend's college football games, Monday night's Falcons-Eagles contest, and the Emmy Awards. The new contract also includes provisions for Disney's direct-to-consumer services and new streaming options. This resolution comes after a prolonged negotiation stalemate, ensuring that DirecTV customers can once again access a full suite of Disney networks.