Posted 9/14/2023, 8:53:08 PM

Freeform Loses Major Cable Deal, Faces Uncertain Future Despite Long History

Freeform was dropped from Charter Communications in a landmark Disney deal, losing access to 15 million cable households.
Freeform has a long history tracing back to the first satellite cable network in 1977. It's gone through many owners and rebrands.
Freeform currently targets younger women with original shows like Good Trouble, but has pared back its scripted programming.
Oversight of Freeform has changed within Disney, now falling under an ABC exec rather than someone dedicated just to Freeform.
The future of Freeform is focused on its brand identity, with continued scripted programming. Content remains available via Hulu.

hollywoodreporter.com

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Disney Channels, Including ABC and ESPN, Go Dark on Charter Spectrum In Major Carriage Dispute

Disney's TV channels, including ABC, ESPN, FX, and Freeform, have been blacked out on Charter Spectrum, the US's second-largest cable TV provider, impacting millions of subscribers and creating a significant carriage dispute between the two companies.