Warner - Disney Buys Time

As of early 2026, Disney has explicitly stated it is not interested in acquiring Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD). Disney Tried to Buy Warner Bros. In 2016

: Had Disney succeeded in 2016, it would have gained ownership of the DC Universe , Harry Potter, CNN, and HBO. 2. Recent Status (2025–2026) disney buys time warner

In 2016, Disney CEO Bob Iger reached out to then-Time Warner CEO Jeff Bewkes to propose a merger. However, Time Warner was already in advanced talks with , which officially announced its acquisition just weeks later. As of early 2026, Disney has explicitly stated

: Following the missed opportunity with Time Warner, Iger pivoted to acquire 21st Century Fox instead, which Disney finalized in 2019. In 2016 : Had Disney succeeded in 2016,

While Disney has never actually acquired Time Warner (now ), the two companies have a history of near-misses and strategic maneuvers that have shaped today's entertainment landscape. 1. The Historical "Almost" (2016)