ISLAMABAD: Disney’s television networks, including ESPN, ABC, FX, National Geographic, and Disney Channel, have gone dark on Google’s YouTube TV after the two companies failed to reach a new licensing deal on Friday.

The blackout was announced by YouTube TV on X, means subscribers will lose access to popular Disney-owned channels such as Disney Channel, Freeform, and the sports-heavy ESPN lineup, which features NFL, NBA, and college football games. Both companies said negotiations are continuing, but neither indicated when programming might return.

YouTube TV said on Twitter, ‘Despite our best efforts, we have not been able to reach a fair deal, and starting today, Disney programming will not be available on YouTube TV. This means you will no longer be able to watch channels like ABC and ESPN or access recordings from these networks in your Library.’”

In another post, the company added, “We know how disruptive it is to lose channels you enjoy, and we’re committed to continuing to work with Disney to reach an agreement. If their content is unavailable for an extended period, we'll offer our members a $20 credit.”

YouTube TV, said Disney’s proposed terms would raise prices for its customers while benefiting Disney’s own live TV services, such as Hulu + Live TV. “We’ll not agree to terms that disadvantage our members,” the platform stated.

Disney, meanwhile, accused Google of using its market dominance to “eliminate competition and undercut industry-standard terms,” while expressing hope for a swift resolution.

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Disney networks go dark on YouTube TV after talks collapse