DIRECTV vs. Disney: DIRECTV Subs Miss Monday Night Football – And They Are Mad!
By Phillip Swann
The TV Answer Man –Follow me on X.
Former editor of Satellite DIRECT magazine. Reported on DIRECTV for 30 years.
The DIRECTV-Disney dispute got ugly last night when many DIRECTV subscribers were unable to watch the Monday Night Football game between the 49ers and Jets because of the blackout of Disney’s ESPN, ABC in eight markets on satellite and all markets on DIRECTV streaming.
Despite DIRECTV’s offer of a $30 credit to subscribe to Fubo or Sling TV, both of which carry ESPN (the game was on ABC and ESPN), many subs were planning to watch the game on their provider of choice, DIRECTV. When the game did not come on, thousands of fans took to social media forums to express their anger at one or both companies.
Here’s a sampling of the comments from X, formerly known as Twitter.
“I’m not sure who I’m more pissed off at, Directv or Disney. Disney is starting their own streaming sports service yet still wants more money from Directv. Disney is charging coming and going,” posted Patrick Torres.
“F you @DIRECTV @ABC @Disney Greedy F*cks!!!!!!!!!!!!! Cancel my accounts,” added @rainycitycard.
“@DIRECTV I’m giving you until Friday, or you’re losing my subscription and I’m going to another provider. This fiasco with @Disney @ABC and @espn is dumb. Get it solved or I’m just the next one that’s gonna be gone,” wrote ‘El Brian de Barr.
“DIRECTV< not being able to watch MNF on week 1 because of Disney negotiations right after announcing a price increase is losing you a customer tomorrow,” said Stefan Mumaw.
“The greed that these two companies have is staggering. We are unable to view the channels that we pay for. Both of these companies make plenty of money off of the viewers,” wrote Steven Riffle.
“So @Disney @DIRECTV and @Uverse are three children making news, entertainment, and information unavailable. Are you three that hurting for revenue? Show some humanity and let us have ABC on Directv. Stop being si sekfush!” added ‘Jays Comments.’
“Day 3 of no ESPN because 2 MULTI BILLION DOLLAR CORPORATIONS are having a pissing match over a few dollars.@Disney and @DIRECTV are both putting out statements about how much “they care about their customers” which is total bull—-. Neither one gives a damn about their customers,” said Im_Just_SayingX.
“This is a bait and switch. They offer a $30 “rebate” but @FUBOTV and @Sling will, after a 7 day “free” trial, end up costing at least $60 per month over and above the $100+ fee for Direct TV. @Disney and@DirectTV are $ multi billion companies in a lover’s spat and we pay,” wrote Rob Torrez.
“All these cable companies are so trash. Can’t watch MNF cause DirecTV beefing with Disney. Can’t use Xfinity login on any apps to stream cause their network or some shit is down. Like what good are yall fr,” wrote ‘DamnThatsCrazy.’
Here’s some great PR for @DIRECTV. An email from the other day telling me my rates are going up. Tonight I can’t watch #MondayNightFootball because @Disney and @espn are no longer offered.
Make it make sense, please. @DIRECTVhelp pic.twitter.com/iNiIrbZtAO
— Jeremy Fleming (@JeremyFlemingCO) September 10, 2024
This should really say “both Disney and DIRECTV want you to miss out…” it’s BOTH of you. @DIRECTV Take responsibility for your part in this too! Maybe you’re too bitter you lost to @YouTubeTV #directtv #nfl #MondayNightFootball #directv pic.twitter.com/s0wKIhGdXP
— Denise Belle (@deniseUX) September 10, 2024
Ok, NOW this @DIRECTV vs @Disney negotiation is annoying. Not only am I missing the @49ers game but I also got a notice from DirecTV of a price increase. pic.twitter.com/80orBwlcSl
— Kim Orendor (@KOrendor) September 10, 2024
— 1 For 27 (@tank0066) September 10, 2024
The subscriber unrest may escalate again tonight when the Trump-Harris presidential debate airs on ABC although the program will be available on networks that are not blacked out on DIRECTV.
The TV Answer Man is veteran journalist Phillip Swann who has covered the TV technology scene for more than three decades. He will report on the latest news and answer your questions regarding new devices and services that are changing the way you watch television. See the bio for Phillip Swann here.
Have a question about new TV technologies? Send it to The TV Answer Man at swann@tvanswerman.com Please include your first name and hometown in your message.
Discover more from The TV Answer Man!
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
