beIN and The Walt Disney Company extend content agreement
Under the new deal, beIN secures the broadcast rights to Disney Channel and Disney Junior across the MENA region in English and Arabic.
The agreement also ensures that beIN will continue offering premium content to its subscribers across a wide range of channels, including National Geographic, National Geographic Wild, Baby TV, Star Movies, Star World, and Star Action. Viewers can catch up on select content under the agreement via beIN's OTT platform, beIN Connect.
'We are delighted to extend our collaboration with The Walt Disney Company, continuing to deliver the premium content our viewers in the region expect,' said Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer, beIN Media Group. 'The addition of two new channels, Disney Channel and Disney Junior, promise to offer our young audience hours of entertainment and adventure. With select content also available on-demand, beIN is reinforcing its commitment to bringing premium entertainment to MENA and solidifying its position as the broadcaster of choice for families across the region.'
Some of the most notable titles coming to beIN's screens for young viewers on Disney Channel include Miraculous, following the adventures of Ladybug and Cat Noir as they protect Paris from supervillains; Phineas and Ferb, a fun-filled series about two inventive stepbrothers and their wild summer adventures; Monsters at Work, a spin-off from the beloved Monsters, Inc., bringing new laughs and challenges to the monster world; and on Disney Junior, titles including Mickey and Friends, a heartwarming series about friendship and teamwork; Ariel, an exciting underwater adventure with the iconic Little Mermaid; Winnie the Pooh, the classic, lovable tales of Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood; and Bluey, a delightful show about a lovable Australian puppy and her family.
'We are pleased to be extending our collaboration with beIN Media Group. Our Disney Channel and Disney Junior channels are home to some of the most beloved content for young audiences,' said Vasilis Iliopoulos, VP, Country Manager MENA, The Walt Disney Company. 'From fan-favorite Mickey and Friends to global phenomenon, Bluey, the Channels are full of non-stop entertainment for the families across the region. Our continued collaboration with beIN allows for more families to enjoy this premium content and discover new favorites from the Disney brand.'
Meanwhile, the Star channels will continue bringing beIN subscribers the best-in-class fan favorites, including Life of Pi, a visually stunning tale of survival and faith; 12 Years a Slave, an Oscar-winning story of resilience and freedom; Project Runway, where aspiring fashion designers compete for the top prize; The Amazing Race, a thrilling global adventure where teams race across the world; MasterChef, a culinary competition with the world's best home cooks; the Taken trilogy, a fast-paced action-packed series starring Liam Neeson; and Grey's Anatomy, the beloved medical drama that continues to capture hearts.
The partnership, dating back to 2022, aims to reinforce beIN and The Walt Disney Company's commitment to delivering world-class entertainment to beIN's MENA subscribers. The continued collaboration with The Walt Disney Company ensures that audiences across the region will continue to enjoy a rich and diverse array of premium content for years to come.
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