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Paramount-Warner Bros Merger Renamed Skydance, Deal Closes October 6
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Moneycontrol•03-10-2026, 12:20
Paramount-Warner Bros Merger Renamed Skydance, Deal Closes October 6
- •The merged entity of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery will officially be named Skydance, as confirmed by Chairman and CEO David Ellison.
- •David Ellison chose the name Skydance, from his original film production company, to encompass the new conglomerate's vast holdings.
- •The merger is set to close on October 6, bringing together major Hollywood studios, streaming services like HBO Max and Paramount+, and TV operations including CBS, CNN, and MTV.
- •Skydance will house iconic entertainment franchises such as Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, DC Universe, Yellowstone, and Mission: Impossible.
- •David Ellison will lead Skydance as Chairman and CEO, with former Mattel chief Ynon Kreiz joining as co-CEO on October 5.
Key Questions Answered
The merged company has officially been named Skydance, a title selected by Chairman and CEO David Ellison from his original film production company.
The transaction forming the new Skydance conglomerate is scheduled to officially close on October 6.
Skydance will be headed by chairman and CEO David Ellison alongside co-CEO Ynon Kreiz, the former Mattel chief who is expected to join on October 5.
