YouTube TV subscribers are missing Disney channels due to a carriage fee dispute, but they can claim a $20 credit if the outage continues, with channels expected to return once an agreement is reached. Meanwhile, viewers can watch ABC and ESPN via over-the-air antennas or alternative streaming services.
YouTube TV will start issuing a $20 credit to eligible customers starting November 9 if Disney channels, including ESPN and ABC, remain unavailable due to ongoing negotiations, with credits issued by November 12. The dispute centers on pricing disagreements, with Disney seeking higher fees and YouTube TV resisting, leading to the blackout since October 30.
ESPN and ABC channels have been removed from YouTube TV due to a failed negotiation, affecting live sports broadcasts like college football and Monday Night Football, leaving consumers without access to these channels until a resolution is reached.