Disney and DirecTV Reach Deal, Ending ESPN Blackout

Published On Sep 14, 2024, 9:58 AM

Disney and DirecTV have reached an agreement that ends a two-week blackout of ESPN and other Disney channels for DirecTV's 11 million customers. The deal restores access to popular programs like Monday Night Football and U.S. Open tennis. It also includes provisions for Disney's streaming services, like Disney+, to be offered in certain DirecTV packages. The agreement reflects the ongoing challenges facing satellite TV providers, which have been negotiating over content distribution fees as their customer base evolves. Additionally, there are reports that DirecTV is exploring a merger with Dish Network to create a larger satellite TV entity.