Paramount, Warner Bros. Discovery merger set to become 'Skydance'
CEO David Ellison confirmed the new identity as the two entertainment giants prepare to operate as one company.
As Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery advance toward finalizing their merger, the new company has chosen to adopt the name Skydance, according to Chairman and CEO David Ellison. The two entertainment titans are poised to operate as a single entity, reported Variety. The merger, set to be completed on October 6, will unite Paramount, Warner Bros., along with streaming platforms HBO Max and Paramount+, TV networks such as CBS, CNN, MTV, TBS, Comedy Central, Food Network and a host of beloved franchises including Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Game of Thrones, DC Universe, Yellowstone, Mission: Impossible, Top Gun, and Nickelodeon's extensive lineup.
Ellison, drawing from his past experience with Skydance Media, selected the name to encapsulate the combined company's essence, emphasizing a creative-first approach to quality storytelling. The chairman clarified that the decision was made to honor the distinct identities and legacies of Paramount and Warner Bros., preventing any diminishment or overshadowing as the two iconic studios unite.
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