Bob Iger clarified his initial comments on sale of Disney’s linear TV networks, saying it was a trial balloon to test Wall Street reaction. Efficiency has improved and it is seeking partnerships with streaming services.
Read MoreLocal TV stations form group to get FCC to reclassify YouTube TV and Hulu as cable providers, raising user prices to increase affiliate revenues. Fate remains in the hands of the FCC.
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Disney is cutting costs, suspending talks of ABC sale and folding channels into A&E venture. Disney’s streaming offerings include Disney+ (13K series/films) and Hulu (Live TV for $76.99/mo.; ad-supported($7.99)). Get both as Disney Bundle ($24.99/mo.) and free trial each 30 days.
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Sirv switch to streaming services like Sling TV, Fubo, Hulu+ Live TV and enjoy channels, Cloud DVR, up to 4 streams, discounts amd free trials. Prices range from $25 -$84.99/mo. Get 50% off first month with Sling TV and The Disney Bundle with Hulu+ Livoe TV for $76.99/month.Sirv switch to streaming services like Sling TV, Fubo, Hulu+ Live TV and enjoy channels, Cloud DVR, up to 4 streams, discounts amd free trials. Prices range from $25 -$84.99/mo. Get 50% off first month with Sling TV and The Disney Bundle with Hulu+ Livoe TV for $76.99/month.
Read MoreDisney and Comcast may soon enter into a deal process for Disney to purchase Hulu, with analysts speculating payment amounts of up to $40 billion. To balance the cost, Disney may sell India business and ABC network/stations. Impact on Disney’s stock will depend on final agreement amount.Disney and Comcast may soon enter into a deal process for Disney to purchase Hulu, with analysts speculating payment amounts of up to $40 billion. To balance the cost, Disney may sell India business and ABC network/stations. Impact on Disney’s stock will depend on final agreement amount.
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Q3 showed a 1.4% rise in household TV ad impressions despite 5.95% drop in spending. Paramount+ led streaming service ad impressions, with NFL at 9% and college football at 3.2%. CBS, ABC, Fox News were top traditional networks. Top shows driving ads were college football, NFL, SVU, Good Morning America, NCIS. Top brands: Progressive, Domino’s, Liberty Mutual, Downy, Subway.Q3 showed a 1.4% rise in household TV ad impressions despite 5.95% drop in spending. Paramount+ led streaming service ad impressions, with NFL at 9% and college football at 3.2%. CBS, ABC, Fox News were top traditional networks. Top shows driving ads were college football, NFL, SVU, Good Morning America, NCIS. Top brands: Progressive, Domino’s, Liberty Mutual, Downy, Subway.
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Save money and enjoy your favorite Disney shows, movies, and sports with the Disney+ bundle. Get Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ for just $14.99/mo. ($12 savings)! Watch 7,500 episodes and 400 titles plus 25+ originals and 10+ movies in 4K quality with no ads. Sign up today at disneyplus.com.Save money and enjoy your favorite Disney shows, movies, and sports with the Disney+ bundle. Get Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ for just $14.99/mo. ($12 savings)! Watch 7,500 episodes and 400 titles plus 25+ originals and 10+ movies in 4K quality with no ads. Sign up today at disneyplus.com.
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Signup for Disney+ streaming for $7.99/mo and get 13,000 titles from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and Nat Geo. Get the Disney Bundle with Hulu and ESPN+ for just $14.99/mo ($12 savings). CEO Bob Iger seeks to revolutionize entertainment with ESPN streaming service without a cable subscription. Parting with linear channels and ABC will face challenges, but optimism remains for Disney’s streaming success. Try it today at disneyplus.com or hulu.com.Signup for Disney+ streaming for $7.99/mo and get 13,000 titles from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and Nat Geo. Get the Disney Bundle with Hulu and ESPN+ for just $14.99/mo ($12 savings). CEO Bob Iger seeks to revolutionize entertainment with ESPN streaming service without a cable subscription. Parting with linear channels and ABC will face challenges, but optimism remains for Disney’s streaming success. Try it today at disneyplus.com or hulu.com.
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Two companies have expressed interest in buying ABC from Disney. Nexstar and Billionaire Byron Allen could shell out around $7-$8 billion for the channel. Disney+ offers two subscription plans – Basic with Ads for $7.99/month and Premium with No Ads for $13.99/month, with a bundle including Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ for $7.99/month. 30-day trials are available.Two companies have expressed interest in buying ABC from Disney. Nexstar and Billionaire Byron Allen could shell out around $7-$8 billion for the channel. Disney+ offers two subscription plans – Basic with Ads for $7.99/month and Premium with No Ads for $13.99/month, with a bundle including Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ for $7.99/month. 30-day trials are available.
Read MoreESPN VP Sara Gaiero spearheads coverage of the WNBA Finals, featuring 20 cameras. LaChina Robinson hosts WNBA Countdown with Rebecca Lobo and Chiney Ogwumike providing analysis. Game 3 between Aces and Liberty begins at 2:30 p.m. ET on ABC.ESPN VP Sara Gaiero spearheads coverage of the WNBA Finals, featuring 20 cameras. LaChina Robinson hosts WNBA Countdown with Rebecca Lobo and Chiney Ogwumike providing analysis. Game 3 between Aces and Liberty begins at 2:30 p.m. ET on ABC.
Read MoreTV industry gig of scheduling is becoming less relevant as streaming takes over. Network TV schedules of the 1970s included hits like “I Love Lucy” and “The Beverly Hillbillies”. Successful schedulers like Fred Silverman created memorable shows that viewers watched and learnt from. Now, TV exec departures and acquisitions-focused content strategies are changing the industry.TV industry gig of scheduling is becoming less relevant as streaming takes over. Network TV schedules of the 1970s included hits like “I Love Lucy” and “The Beverly Hillbillies”. Successful schedulers like Fred Silverman created memorable shows that viewers watched and learnt from. Now, TV exec departures and acquisitions-focused content strategies are changing the industry.
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The NFL may need to buy ABC in order to protect its games from the declining pay-TV market. Various streaming services offer sports viewing, with prices starting at $25. ABC can be accessed on most platforms for a fee.The NFL may need to buy ABC in order to protect its games from the declining pay-TV market. Various streaming services offer sports viewing, with prices starting at $25. ABC can be accessed on most platforms for a fee.
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