Disney Channel could go dark on DirecTV if a carriage deal isn’t reached

DirecTV wants to launch smaller genre-focused channels, including a kids content hub, that are easier to package up in affordable bundles.

By Ryan Tuchow

August 28, 2024

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ABC, DIRECTV, Disney, Disney Channel, ESPN, pay-TV providers

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Disney Channel could go dark on DirecTV if a carriage deal isn’t reached

DirecTV wants to launch smaller genre-focused channels, including a kids content hub, that are easier to package up in affordable bundles.

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Disney Channel could go dark on DirecTV if a carriage deal isn’t reached

DirecTV wants to launch smaller genre-focused channels, including a kids content hub, that are easier to package up in affordable bundles.

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