History of YouTube TV in Timeline

YouTube TV is a subscription-based streaming service from YouTube (Google/Alphabet) offering live TV channels, on-demand content, and cloud DVR. Launched in 2017, it provides access to over 100 television networks and 30+ OTT-originated services, functioning as a virtual multichannel video programming distributor.

December 2021: YouTube TV Dispute with Disney

In December 2021, YouTube TV and The Walt Disney Company disputed over a contract renewal, threatening the removal of Disney-owned networks like ABC, Disney Channel, and ESPN. Google and Disney didn't renew the contract by the deadline, causing YouTube TV's first blackout, but resolved it with a new deal a day later.

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January 2023: MLB Network Pulled Off YouTube TV

In January 2023, MLB Network was removed from YouTube TV because they failed to reach a contract renewal agreement.

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November 18, 2023: KTVK Pulled Off YouTube TV in Phoenix

On November 18, 2023, Phoenix, Arizona television station KTVK was removed from YouTube TV as a local channel in the state of Arizona due to a dispute between YouTube TV and Gray Television, KTVK's parent company. As a result viewers were unable to watch the majority of locally televised Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury basketball games not televised by TNT, ESPN, or ABC.

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February 12, 2025: YouTube TV Dispute with Paramount Global

On February 12, 2025, YouTube TV engaged in a contract renewal dispute with Paramount Global, warning of a possible removal of CBS, Nickelodeon, and other Paramount-owned networks. An agreement was made on February 13 to prevent a shutdown.

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