States Sue to Block Paramount-Warner Bros Merger, Defying DOJ

各州起诉阻止派拉蒙与华纳兄弟合并，对抗美国司法部

来源: variety.com | 主题: The Courts | 评论: 23

时间: on Monday July 13, 2026 @04:00PM

A coalition of 12 states led by California is suing to block the $111 billion Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. merger , arguing it would reduce competition in theatrical distribution, blockbuster films, and basic cable licensing. The challenge (PDF) defies the DOJ's approval of the deal. Variety reports: The coalition, led by California Attorney General Rob Bonta, alleges that the $111 billion transaction violates the Clayton Act by lessening competition in three distinct markets: wide-release theatrical distribution, "top-grossing" theatrical distribution, and basic cable licensing. "The unlawful merger of these two entertainment behemoths would lead to higher prices, lower quality, and less content for film and television, harming movie theaters, basic cable distributors, and ultimately,

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