Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2025-12-05
Netflix Announces Agreement to Acquire Warner Bros. Discovery
On December 5, 2025, Netflix, Inc. and Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. announced a definitive agreement for Netflix to acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max, and HBO. The transaction is expected to close after the separation of Warner Bros. Discovery's Global Networks division into a new publicly-traded company, Discovery Global, in Q3 2026. The deal, valued at approximately $82.7 billion, combines Netflix's streaming service with Warner Bros.' extensive library of shows and movies. This acquisition aims to provide more choice and greater value for consumers, create more opportunities for the creative community, and generate shareholder value.
- Filer
- Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. WBD · NASDAQ
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- Accession
- 0001193125-25-308759
- CIK
- 0001437107
- Signal
- High impactCommunication Services
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- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc.
Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is a prominent global media and entertainment company known for its extensive portfolio of content and entertainment services. The company's primary function is to create and distribute varied media products, including films, television programming, and digital content. Among its notable features is ownership of Warner Bros. Pictures, a significant player in the film industry, and HBO, a well-regarded cable network known for producing acclaimed original series. Warner Bros. Discovery also operates Discovery Channel, adding to its diverse range of content catering to different audiences. The company impacts multiple sectors, including cinema, television broadcasting, and digital streaming services. Its role in the market is bolstered by an ability to reach a vast audience through a mix of traditional and innovative platforms, as well as its strategic focus on expanding its digital and streaming presence. This makes Warner Bros. Discovery a key entity in shaping the future of entertainment consumption worldwide.
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