Disney $50M Settlement Deadline Arrives for YouTube TV and DirecTV Stream Subscribers
The deadline to claim a share of the $50 million settlement from The Walt Disney Company has arrived. Eligible consumers who subscribed to YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream between April 1, 2019, and March 31, 2026, can submit claims online or by mail.
The lawsuit stemmed from a federal class action complaint filed in 2022, which alleged that Disney's control over popular channels and programming gave the company significant leverage over streaming bundle prices. The agreements required providers to include ESPN in their base packages, limiting competitors' ability to offer lower-cost alternatives and contributing to higher prices for consumers.
Disney has denied the allegations and agreed to settle the case without admitting liability or wrongdoing. To file a claim, eligible individuals can submit forms online or by mail, with payments distributed after a final approval hearing scheduled for January 14, 2027.