With the explosive rise in streaming in recent years, the relationships between studios and distributors have become more and more complicated. Prior to streaming, the two sides had a relatively symbiotic relationship. But now, it seems that almost every studio has its own streaming platform and wants to promote its own content. Add to that the fact that fewer and ...

Earlier this month, a heated dispute between Disney and DirecTV disrupted the viewing experience for millions of customers. The blackout occurred due to a breakdown in negotiations over a new distribution deal, leading DirecTV to drop key Disney-owned channels like ABC, ESPN, FX, and National Geographic from its lineup. The timing could not have been worse, coinciding with the beginning ...

UPDATE: It appears that Disney/DirecTV customers will still not have access to the presidential debate tonight, as the satellite TV company claims that the Mouse will not agree to its request to allow Disney-owned channels for the week. According to a DirecTV statement provided to Inside the Magic: On Tuesday, Disney requested a unique exception to return ABC-only for tonight ...