Summary
Disney has removed its channels, like ABC and ESPN, from YouTube TV because the two companies couldn't agree on contract terms. Users of YouTube TV now need to look at other options, some of which have free trials, to access these Disney-owned channels.
Key Facts
- Disney-owned channels, including ABC and ESPN, are no longer on YouTube TV due to a failed contract agreement.
- YouTube TV has over nine million subscribers who use it to watch various shows.
- Hulu, which is associated with Disney, offers a free trial for its services, including live sports, but requires a subscription afterward.
- Fubo, another TV provider, also offers a seven-day free trial for channels owned by Disney.
- Disney claims YouTube TV wouldn't pay fair rates for their content, leaving subscribers without popular live sports programming.
- YouTube TV plans to negotiate with Disney to bring back the channels and promises a $20 credit to users if there's a long delay.
- It's uncertain when or if Disney channels will return to YouTube TV.
- Users would have to choose subscription plans once the free trials end, with the cheapest starting at $11.99 per month.
