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Google Play and YouTube Return to Movies Anywhere After Dispute

12/19/2025

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Story summary

In December 2025, Google LLC and The Walt Disney Company resolved a dispute that removed Google Play and YouTube from Movies Anywhere.
The disruption followed Disney ending a broadcasting agreement with Google, leaving users offline for nearly two months and prompting a shift to physical media.
Google Play and YouTube have returned to the Movies Anywhere service.
Users must reconnect their accounts to regain access.
An email announcement is expected.

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Story summary

In December 2025, Google LLC and The Walt Disney Company resolved a dispute that removed Google Play and YouTube from Movies Anywhere.
The disruption followed Disney ending a broadcasting agreement with Google, leaving users offline for nearly two months and prompting a shift to physical media.
Google Play and YouTube have returned to the Movies Anywhere service.
Users must reconnect their accounts to regain access.
An email announcement is expected.