Archive · 27 Oct 2025
Discovery Global Sets Upfront Date Amidst WBD Merger Speculation
Discovery Global, a planned entity within Warner Bros.
Discovery (WBD), has set a date for its first presentation to advertisers.
This event is where they'll show off their TV channels and streaming services.
The presentation will feature brands from Discovery Global, Warner Bros., and HBO Max.
This all might change if WBD is acquired, but for now, the plans are moving forward.
The presentation is following a traditional schedule, as similar upfronts were hosted in the same timeframe and venue by WarnerMedia and Time Warner.
This upfront will highlight a variety of brands in sports, news, entertainment, and streaming.
Discovery Global will host its first upfront presentation on May 13, 2026.
The presentation will be held at The Theater at Madison Square Garden.
Warner Bros. and HBO Max will be included in the presentation.
Discovery Global is set to represent Warner Bros. and HBO properties.
The split of WBD may be impacted by potential acquisition plans.
- Who
- Discovery Global
- What
- Announced its first upfront presentation
- When
- May 13, 2026
- Where
- The Theater at Madison Square Garden
- Why
- To showcase its portfolio to advertisers
- Event
- Discovery Global 2026 Upfront Presentation
- Date
- May 13, 2026
- Venue
- The Theater at Madison Square Garden
- Participating entities
- Warner Bros., HBO Max, and Discovery Global networks
- Advertiser Representation
- Discovery Global will rep Warner Bros. and HBO properties