WGA is suing to prevent Paramount’s $81 billion merger with WBD in the newest challenge to acquisitions.
Writers Guild Sues to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger On Tuesday, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) took legal action against Paramount’s planned $81 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. They filed a lawsuit, arguing that the merger would negatively impact film and television screenwriters nationwide. According to the complaint, the proposed merger poses a threat […]
WGA Approves Four-Year Agreement, Agreeing to Notable Reductions in Health Plan
Writers Guild of America Approves New Deals with Major Studios The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has finalized four-year agreements with key studios, but this includes significant cuts to health plans for screenwriters. Guild members overwhelmingly supported the new Minimum Basic Agreement (MBA) for 2026, with 90.38% voting in favor and 9.62% against. This agreement […]
WGA Agreement: $321 Million for Health Fund, Improved Residuals, AI Discussions
Writers Guild Agreement with Studios Alters Health Plan The Writers Guild of America (WGA) announced a new agreement with major studios on Wednesday, which will see TV and film writers facing increased medical expenses. In exchange, studios are set to contribute a record-setting $321 million to sustain the health fund for screenwriters. This change to […]
WGA 2026 Awards event called off due to labor strike
Hollywood Drama Unfolds on the Red Carpet The Writers Guild of America West has decided to cancel its awards ceremony scheduled for March 8 in Los Angeles. This decision comes as employees remain on strike, advocating for better wages and safeguards against artificial intelligence. In a letter to its members, including President Michelle Mulroney, the […]
WGA Worries Disney’s Partnership with OpenAI Will Allow Copyright Infringement
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has expressed serious concerns regarding Disney’s new licensing deal with OpenAI, fearing it may facilitate what they describe as “the theft of our work.” In a communication to its members on Thursday, the union sharply criticized the agreement between Disney and OpenAI. “Disney’s partnership with OpenAI seems to authorize […]