Netflix & Warner Bros. Discovery Deal: $72 Billion Streaming Agreement

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* Netflix is acquiring major film and TV divisions from Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). They won ⁣a bidding war against ​Paramount and‍ Comcast.
* Unanimous Approval: Both Netflix⁤ and‌ WBD boards have approved‍ the deal.
* Timing: The deal is contingent on WBD‍ separating its Discovery Global arm (including TNT sports channels⁢ in the Americas). Completion is highly likely late 2026 or 2027.

* What’s being acquired: This includes ⁤Warner⁢ Bros. Television, warner Bros. Motion Picture Group, DC Studios, HBO, and HBO Max.
* WBD’s Split: WBD is splitting⁢ into two companies: a Streaming and Studios company (going to Netflix)⁣ and a ‍ Global Networks company (including TNT sports, Discovery, and Discovery+). This split is expected by mid-2026.
* WBD Rights: WBD holds rights to major sports properties like the‍ French Open, MLB, college football, NHL, and has HBO Max.
* Netflix’s Sports Involvement: ‌ Netflix is increasing its live sports streaming, currently holding rights to ⁢American football, baseball, boxing, tennis, and soccer (including the FIFA ‍Women’s world Cup).
* Previous deal: WarnerMedia ⁣and​ Discovery merged in⁤ 2022 ⁤in a $43 billion deal.
* Leadership: David Zaslav will remain president ⁤and CEO of ‌the new WBD Streaming and Studios company.

In‌ essence, this deal signifies a major shift⁣ in the media‍ landscape, ⁤creating a powerful force in content and​ streaming,​ and further solidifying​ Netflix’s position ‌as a key player in live sports.