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2026
Paramount completes $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance closes its acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, in a deal valued at an estimated $110 billion on an enterprise basis, taking control of WBD's film studio, TV networks and HBO Max streaming business. The closing follows competing bids, an antitrust lawsuit by state attorneys general and a subsequent settlement.
2026
Paramount and Warner Bros. combination to be named Skydance
The New York Times reported that the combination ("mash-up") of Paramount and Warner Bros. will be called Skydance.
2026
Combined company to be named Skydance, trading under ticker SKYD
David Ellison announced that the combined company formed by Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery will be named Skydance after closing and will trade under the ticker symbol "SKYD," a move intended to allow Paramount and Warner Bros. to remain distinct brands.
2026
Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery to operate as Skydance once merger closes
Paramount CEO David Ellison announced on Friday that Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will operate as Skydance once their roughly $110 billion merger closes, with the deal expected to close October 6. The combined company will bring together Paramount+ and HBO Max, networks including CBS, CNN, MTV, TBS, Comedy Central, and Food Network, and franchises such as "The Lord of the Rings," "Game of Thrones," the DC Universe, and "Yellowstone."
2026
Paramount appoints Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO
Paramount is appointing Ynon Kreiz, Mattel's chairman and CEO, as co-CEO to lead alongside chairman and CEO David Ellison, ahead of the close of its $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. According to Paramount, Ellison will focus on the company's long-term strategy, creative vision and direction, while Kreiz will focus on day-to-day management and integration of the combined businesses. Kreiz's first day at Paramount is October 5, 2026.
2026
Judge approves Paramount's settlement in lawsuit blocking Warner Bros. Discovery merger
On September 30, 2026, a judge approved Paramount's recently announced settlement in a lawsuit with several states that had been blocking Paramount's $110 billion merger with Warner Bros. Discovery, according to Reuters.
2026
Paramount streaming chief Cindy Holland announces departure
Cindy Holland, Paramount's streaming chief, announced on Tuesday, September 29, 2026 that she would be stepping down. Variety reports that HBO boss Casey Bloys is poised to take over both Paramount Plus and HBO.
2026
Paramount settles Writers Guild of America lawsuit with $17.5m health fund payment and CBS News layoff ban
The Writers Guild of America settled its own lawsuit over Paramount's merger with Warner Bros Discovery. Paramount is set to pay $17.5m into the WGA health fund, cover legal fees, and prohibit writer layoffs at CBS News Broadcast for five years.
2026
Paramount settles state and union lawsuits over Warner Bros takeover
Reuters reports that Paramount settled lawsuits brought by states and unions in connection with its takeover of Warner Bros.
2026
Paramount settles antitrust lawsuit blocking its $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount reached a settlement with California and 11 other states that resolves the antitrust lawsuit seeking to block its planned $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, removing a major roadblock to the merger. The proposed consent decree includes film release quotas, US production spending commitments, a requirement to keep offering a free streaming service, and a news editorial independence board for CBS and CNN.
2026
Paramount wins takeover of Warner Bros
Reuters reports that Paramount has won its takeover of Warner Bros after settling lawsuits brought by states and unions.
2026
Blackbox Multimedia sues Channel 5 over terminated production deal
Blackbox Multimedia Limited and Ex-Mas Movie Limited issued proceedings against Channel 5 Broadcasting Limited (Paramount's UK network 5) over the purported termination of a production and licence agreement concerning a fictional drama series; Blackbox says it delivered the programme in full compliance with contractual obligations and is pursuing its full entitlement through the courts, while 5 denies owing payment and says it does not comment on ongoing legal matters.
2026
Writer sues Taylor Sheridan and studios over Yellowstone idea
TV writer Lauren J. Salkin filed a lawsuit claiming Taylor Sheridan stole her idea for the series Yellowstone, naming Sheridan, his management company Elevate Entertainment, NBCUniversal, Paramount and others as defendants; she alleges she pitched a series titled Sovereign Nation to Sheridan's representatives between late 2016 and early 2017 and that it was declined on February 1, 2017, while Paramount greenlit Yellowstone within a month.
2026
Writer sues Taylor Sheridan and studios over Yellowstone idea theft
Writer Salkin filed a lawsuit alleging that Taylor Sheridan reviewed her 2016 pitch materials, declined her TV projects, and that Paramount subsequently approved Yellowstone within months; the suit names 101 Studios and Elevate Entertainment as additional defendants and seeks an injunction, unspecified damages including Yellowstone franchise profits, and a jury trial.
2026
Writer sues Taylor Sheridan and companies over Yellowstone concept
Screenwriter Lauren J. Salkin filed a copyright infringement lawsuit in Los Angeles federal court against Yellowstone co-creator Taylor Sheridan and companies including Paramount Global and NBCUniversal, alleging her rejected 2016 pitch for a series titled Sovereign Nation was used in Yellowstone.
2022
Paramount+ announces planned launch in France
Paramount+ announced plans to debut in France as an exclusive bundle with CANAL+ Group, with availability also planned on an à la carte and direct-to-consumer basis.
2022
ViacomCBS announces rename to Paramount
ViacomCBS said it was getting a new name, Paramount, and described the rebrand as intended to focus the company on becoming a major player in streaming.
2021
Paramount acquires worldwide distribution rights to The Infernal Machine
Paramount acquired the worldwide distribution rights to the psychological thriller The Infernal Machine.
2021
Discounted Paramount+ and Showtime bundle pricing offered
The Paramount+ and Showtime bundle was offered at discounted monthly prices through October 20: $9.99 for Paramount+ Essential with Showtime or $12.99 for Paramount+ Premium with Showtime. Subscribers who signed up at the discounted prices would retain those prices after the offer expired.
2021
Paramount+ and Showtime streaming bundle launches
ViacomCBS launched a streaming bundle for U.S. subscribers that includes Paramount+ and Showtime, with plan options starting at $9.99 per month.