Streaming Rights

Disney content, including ESPN and ABC, has been removed from YouTube TV due to a failed distribution agreement. YouTube TV cited Disney’s demand for unfair terms that would raise prices. Disney accused YouTube TV of devaluing their content and not negotiating fairly. Over 20 channels are affected, and YouTube TV is offering a $20 credit to impacted users. The dispute centers on streaming rights fees and YouTube’s request to integrate Disney+ and Hulu, a proposal Disney rejected.