Disney+ Strikes Landmark Content Deal With U.K.’s Channel 4 That Streamer Says Is Among Its ‘Most Significant’ Globally
The first-of-its-kind deal will see the Channel 4 service launch on Disney+ in the U.K. and Ireland in early 2027,.
According to Variety, the first-of-its-kind deal will see the Channel 4 service launch on Disney+ in the U.K. and Ireland in early 2027,.
Disney+ has made what it claims is one of the “most significant’ content arrangements with broadcasters around the world to bring local content to its platform, striking a landmark deal with U.K. network Channel 4.
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