Coverage dated October 6, 2026

From HBO Max to Harry Potter, here’s what’s now under the Skydance umbrella

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Skydance-owned Paramount on Tuesday closed its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, ushering in a new Hollywood giant. Skydance Corp. emerges from one of the biggest mergers ever — $111 billion including debt — in the media and entertainment industry.

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  1. WTOP Washington DC

    From HBO Max to Harry Potter, here’s what’s now under the Skydance umbrella (opens WTOP Washington DC)

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    Skydance-owned Paramount on Tuesday closed its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, ushering in a new Hollywood giant. Skydance Corp. emerges from one of the biggest mergers ever — $111 billion including debt — in the media and entertainment industry.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    From HBO Max to 'Harry Potter,' here’s what’s now under the Skydance umbrella (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    Skydance-owned Paramount on Tuesday closed its $81 billion takeover of Warner Bros

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