Amazon Wins Global Rights to Stream Emmys in Six-Year Deal
Amazon has secured a six-year deal for global streaming rights to the Emmy Awards, moving the ceremony from traditional US broadcast networks to live worldwide streaming.
Amazon has won global rights to stream the Emmy Awards in a six-year agreement, according to BBC Business. The deal marks a significant shift for the prestigious television awards, which will leave traditional US broadcast networks to be streamed live worldwide.
The change means that viewers around the world will be able to watch the Emmys via Amazon's streaming platforms. The ceremony, which honors excellence in television, has historically been broadcast on US networks.
This move reflects the growing influence of streaming services in the entertainment industry. Amazon's acquisition of the Emmys' global rights could signal a new era for how major awards shows are distributed.
The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. The first Emmys under this agreement are expected to be streamed in the coming years.
Frequently asked questions
What does the deal mean for viewers?
Viewers worldwide will be able to stream the Emmy Awards live on Amazon's platforms, instead of relying on traditional US broadcast networks.
When will the first Emmys under this deal take place?
The first Emmys under the six-year agreement are expected to be streamed in the coming years, though the exact date has not been announced.