Warner Bros. Discovery
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Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is an American multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate. It was formed through the merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, Inc. on April 8, 2022. The company is headquartered in New York City.
History[edit | edit source]
The origins of Warner Bros. Discovery can be traced back to the founding of Warner Bros. in 1923 by Harry, Albert, Sam, and Jack Warner. Warner Bros. became a major player in the film industry, known for producing iconic films and television shows.
Discovery, Inc. was founded in 1985 by John Hendricks and became known for its non-fiction programming, including the Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, and TLC.
The merger between WarnerMedia and Discovery, Inc. was announced in May 2021 and completed in April 2022, creating one of the largest media companies in the world.
Divisions and Subsidiaries[edit | edit source]
Warner Bros. Discovery operates through several key divisions and subsidiaries, including:
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- Warner Bros. Television
- HBO
- CNN
- Discovery Channel
- Animal Planet
- TLC
- Cartoon Network
- DC Entertainment
Key People[edit | edit source]
- David Zaslav - President and CEO
- Ann Sarnoff - Chair and CEO of WarnerMedia Studios and Networks Group
- Jean-Briac Perrette - President and CEO of Discovery International
Products and Services[edit | edit source]
Warner Bros. Discovery offers a wide range of products and services, including:
- Film production and distribution
- Television production and distribution
- Streaming services (e.g., HBO Max, Discovery+)
- News broadcasting
- Non-fiction programming
Headquarters[edit | edit source]
The company is headquartered in New York City, with major offices in Burbank, California, and Silver Spring, Maryland.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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