Reuters
Disney mentioned they’re in negotiations with Charter Communications for a brand new settlement after Disney pulled ESPN, ABC and different cable channels off Charter-owned Spectrum’s cable service.
Spectrum TV subscribers not have entry to Disney’s portfolio of dwell sporting occasions, news protection and leisure programming, the corporate mentioned.
Charter will host a webcast on Friday to debate the standing of its distribution settlement with Disney, the corporate mentioned in a press release.
Disney cable networks on Spectrum’s cable service went darkish on Thursday in the midst of the dwell protection of the US Open match on ESPN, leaving solely a black display, viewers complained on social media.
Minutes later, a message appeared on the display informing viewers that Disney had eliminated its programming, social media posts mentioned.
Cable operator Charter Communications serves greater than 32 million clients in 41 states by way of its Spectrum model, based on its web site.
“Disney Entertainment has successful deals in place with pay TV providers of all types and sizes across the country, and the rates and terms we are seeking in this renewal are driven by the marketplace,” Disney mentioned on the continuing negotiations.
