While there’s no end in sight for the ongoing contract dispute between YouTube TV and Disney, the digital live-TV provider is offering subscribers a $20 credit.
In an email sent to subscribers on Nov. 9, the company said it has been working in good faith to negotiate a deal with Disney to eventually return its programming.
“We know it’s been disappointing to lose Disney content, and we want you to know we deeply appreciate your patience. In light of the disruption, we’re offering our subscribers a $20 credit,” YouTube TV said in the email.
The contract stalemate is a blow to sports fans. Weekly programming like Monday Night Football won’t be available to stream.
Disney-owned networks — including ESPN and ABC — were removed from YouTube TV on Oct. 30 after the two companies failed to agree on a new contract.
In a Nov. 7 memo to employees, Disney executives said the company had made concessions during negotiations, offering YouTube TV a deal “that would cost less overall than the terms of our recently expired license.”
Meanwhile, YouTube TV, owned by Google, claimed Disney sought “costly economic terms that would raise prices for YouTube TV customers and reduce their viewing choices.”
If you’re a YouTube TV subscriber, here is how to get your $20 credit.
If you’re the primary holder of a YouTube TV account, you should receive an email in the following days detailing how to access the credit.
After you’ve claimed it, a confirmation message will appear indicating that the credit will be applied to your next bill.
You won’t be able to watch the following Disney-owned channels if you’re a YouTube TV subscriber: