Comcast and Warner Bros. Discovery Announce Multi-Year Distribution Agreements Across Xfinity and Sky UK
Renewals Reached on WBD Linear Networks and HBO for Xfinity TV Customers as well as Expanded Streaming Rights for Max and Discovery+ in the
Sky and WBD Expand Their Partnership to Increase Content Available to Sky and NOW Customers Through a Bundle with the Max App, in Addition to Sky Cinema and the Existing Series on Sky Atlantic That Customers Will Enjoy Through Their Term
Comcast has entered into renewal agreements that further the companies’ longstanding distribution relationship with WBD’s portfolio of linear cable networks for Xfinity TV customers, including TNT, TBS, CNN, Discovery, Food Network, HGTV, TLC, and Investigation Discovery. In addition, the agreements provide continued carriage of HBO and expand Comcast’s rights to package the ad-supported versions of Max and Discovery+ in its streaming bundles. Comcast will also continue to offer WBD content as part of its
“We extended our partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery to distribute its networks and expanded our ability to deliver its premium streaming content, including Max and Discovery+, in a way that provides more choice and flexibility to all of our customers as the video ecosystem continues to evolve,” said Greg Rigdon, President of Content Acquisition for Comcast. “Through these agreements, we will bring Warner Bros. Discovery’s extensive portfolio to our customers however they want to consume the content across our existing and future linear television and streaming bundles.”
“These broad and multi-year agreements underscore the value and appeal of our linear portfolio for audiences in the U.S.,” said Bruce Campbell, Chief Revenue and Strategy Officer, Warner Bros. Discovery. “Sky
The companies also announced that Sky
The Max ad-supported service will be bundled for Sky
“This new partnership provides an expanded portfolio of content for our customers who enjoy Warner Bros. Discovery’s popular storytelling. Sky customers will be able to enjoy the Max app, WBD movies and the TV shows currently on Sky channels, and a seamless integration of the Max service into our NOW streaming experience,” said Dana Strong, Group CEO of Sky. “The combination of content from our partners, alongside our slate of Sky Originals, and Sky’s leading aggregation of the
“Today’s announcement is very exciting for everyone who loves award-winning scripted entertainment and movies. Our new agreement will continue Warner Bros. Discovery’s long-standing collaboration with Sky
Financial terms of the agreements were not disclosed.
About Comcast Corporation
Comcast Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCSA) is a global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. We deliver world-class broadband, wireless, and video through Xfinity, Comcast Business, and Sky; produce, distribute, and stream leading entertainment, sports, and news through brands including NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock, and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences. Visit www.comcastcorporation.com for more information.
About Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world's most differentiated and complete portfolio of branded content across television, film, streaming and gaming. Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros. Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products including: Discovery Channel, Max, discovery+, CNN, DC, TNT Sports, Eurosport, HBO, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group, Warner Bros. Television Group, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others. For more information, please visit www.wbd.com.
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Press Contacts:
Comcast
Jennifer Khoury (215) 286-7408
John Demming (215) 286-8011
Warner Bros. Discovery
Robert Gibbs (347) 268-3017
Megan Klein (310) 210-5018
Sky
Matt Ridsdale +44 7545 577754
Stephen Lotinga +44 7855 480361
WBD
Fiona McLachlan +44 7741 727092
Source: Comcast Corporation