Disney and Charter Reach Deal to Restore ESPN and Offer Streaming Services, But Drop Some Cable Channels

Disney and Charter Communications ended their carriage dispute, restoring ESPN, FX, and other channels to Spectrum cable ahead of Monday Night Football.
The deal provides Spectrum TV Select subscribers with access to an ad-supported Disney+ package and ESPN+ at no added cost.
Charter agreed to pay higher fees for Disney's core channels like ESPN, ABC, and FX, but will drop others like Disney Junior and Freeform from its lineup.
Both companies aim to address evolving consumer viewing habits by recognizing the value of traditional TV and expanding access to streaming services.
After the blackout, some customers switched to streaming services, highlighting ongoing shifts in the pay TV landscape.