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South Park Creators Threaten Lawsuit Over Skydance Interference in Streaming Talks

Park County has warned that it will initiate a lawsuit if Skydance-owned RedBird directs streaming bids to other platforms in violation of its pending merger agreement.

South Park has been a staple on Comedy Central since 1997.
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Overview

  • Park County has accused Jeff Shell, the incoming Paramount president under a proposed Skydance-Paramount merger, of steering negotiations with Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery to favor Paramount+.
  • The creators allege Shell sought a 12-month exclusive release window for Paramount+ and cut bid durations from ten to five years to weaken rival offers.
  • Park County has demanded that Skydance and RedBird immediately cease their involvement in streaming negotiations and has threatened a lawsuit if interference persists.
  • Potential streaming partners include Netflix, HBO Max and Paramount+, with the next licensing deal estimated to be worth up to $2.5 billion.
  • The Skydance-Paramount merger is still awaiting federal regulatory approval, and the existing $900 million South Park agreement runs through 2027.