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In a monumental reshuffle of Hollywood's landscape, Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global have officially merged, with the combined entity adopting the name Skydance Studios. The merger, announced by David Ellison, aims to preserve the distinct identities and legacies of both studios while leveraging their combined resources to drive innovation and expand market reach.
on X."First and foremost, as we bring Paramount and Warner Bros. together, we wanted to preserve what has made each of these studios iconic. Both have distinct identities, extraordinary legacies and brands that have resonated with audiences for generations.
We never wanted a new corporate identity to diminish, alter or overshadow either one.
" David Ellison at the Paramount Pictures Presentation during CinemaCon 2026, the official convention of Cinema United held at The Dolby Colosseum at Caesars Palace on April 16, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. that the combined company"will be guided by four overarching strategic priorities: win in content, become the most technologically capable media company, maximize operational efficiencies, and earn trust — delivering reliable, responsible experiences that strengthen its relationships with creators, audiences, consumers, employees, advertisers and partners.
") CEO Larry Ellison, noted the company"wanted a name that would give the combined company an identity of its own" — led Paramount's 2025 "We have big goals for Skydance, and we intend to pursue them with passion, imagination and a willingness to take smart risks. At the same time, we will honor what makes Paramount and Warner Bros. special — giving both studios the opportunity to grow, tell more great stories and bring those stories to even broader audiences around the world, powered by the scale and capabilities of Skydance. "
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