Ellison promises 30 movie releases as Paramount seeks approval for Warner Bros takeover

Published on 24 April 2026

He wants theater owners onside with a hard release number

Paramount Skydance chief David Ellison is directly reassuring cinema owners that the company will keep a minimum slate of 30 films annually if regulators clear its proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery. By taking the case to theater operators, Ellison is aiming to reduce concerns about fewer releases and protect box-office demand as the deal faces regulatory scrutiny.

David Ellison is addressing theater owners directly on the deal
Paramount Skydance pledges at least 30 releases per year
The promise hinges on regulators approving the $110 billion takeover
The Warner Bros Discovery acquisition remains under regulatory review

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Ellison promises 30 movie releases as Paramount seeks approval for Warner Bros takeover

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