The CW Sees High Single-Digit, Low Double-Digit Price Increases as It Wraps Upfront Deals
Strong volume for digital
The CW has wrapped up its upfront, according to sources familiar with the situation.
The network — a joint venture of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery — saw price increases that ranged from the high single digits to the low double digits, in line with reports from other network's upfront deals.
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Volume was reportedly similar to last year, with significant strength in digital inventory. The network’s new programming was well received, particularly shows linked to past series like The Winchesters, Walker: Independence, Gotham Knights and All American: Homecoming.
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Earlier this week, executives from NBCUniversal, Paramount Global and Fox said that they were close to being done with their upfront presentations. ■
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