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Disney Pays $50 Million to Settle Antitrust Bundle Lawsuit

7/7/2026

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Disney agreed to a $50 million settlement with YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers for antitrust violations.
The lawsuit claimed Disney forced ESPN into packages, giving it leverage to raise bundle prices.
Claimants who paid for YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream between April 1, 2019 and March 31, 2026 file by Sept. 8, 2026.
A hearing on Jan. 14, 2027 will let court set distribution amounts that depend on length and number of approved claims.

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Story summary

Disney agreed to a $50 million settlement with YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream subscribers for antitrust violations.
The lawsuit claimed Disney forced ESPN into packages, giving it leverage to raise bundle prices.
Claimants who paid for YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream between April 1, 2019 and March 31, 2026 file by Sept. 8, 2026.
A hearing on Jan. 14, 2027 will let court set distribution amounts that depend on length and number of approved claims.