Disney, Optimum Renew Multi-Year Carriage Deal
The agreement includes access to ESPN Unlimited at no extra cost for the cable company's TV subscribers The post Disney, Optimum Renew Multi-Year Carriage Deal appeared first on TheWrap .
Disney and Optimum have inked a new multi-year carriage agreement. Under the terms, Optimum will continue to air ABC's TV stations, ESPN networks, NFL Network, RedZone channel, Disney's family channels, Freeform, FX networks, and National Geographic channels. The arrangement also grants Optimum TV subscribers access to ESPN Unlimited at no additional charge, and provides expanded rights for Disney's streaming services on Optimum TV and internet platforms.
Disney disclosed the multi-year distribution deal with Optimum TV. This comes as ESPN plans to hike its streaming prices starting September 17. The cost of ESPN Select will rise to $13.99 per month/139.99 per year, while ESPN Unlimited will jump to $31.99 per month/$319.99 per year. These changes will also affect ESPN Select bundles with Disney+ and Hulu.
ESPN's Unlimited plan includes access to all ESPN networks, ESPN+, and over 47,000 live events, including major sports leagues and WWE. ESPN Select offers around 32,000 live events, but lacks access to ESPN linear networks. ESPN has seen a surge in digital and social engagement in June, reaching nearly 230 million unique fans and over 80% of the U.S. internet population. Disney hasn't disclosed profits or subscriber numbers for its ESPN streaming service.
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