beIN and The Walt Disney Company Extend Their Content Agreement

beIN MEDIA GROUP (‘beIN’), a leading global media conglomerate, has extended its content agreement with The Walt Disney Company, reinforcing its presence across 24 countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Under this renewed collaboration, beIN retains the exclusive rights to broadcast Disney Channel and Disney Junior in both English and Arabic across the region.

Premium Content Across Multiple Channels

Beyond Disney programming, the agreement ensures beIN subscribers continue to enjoy top-tier entertainment across several beloved channels. These include National Geographic, National Geographic Wild, Baby TV, STAR MOVIES, STAR WORLD, and STAR ACTION. Additionally, select content will be available for on-demand viewing through beIN’s OTT platform, beIN CONNECT, providing flexible access to a vast entertainment library.

Esra Özaral Altop, Chief Entertainment Content Officer, beIN MEDIA GROUP said: “We are delighted to extend our collaboration with The Walt Disney Company, continuing to deliver the premium content our viewers in the region expect. 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."

Vasilis Iliopoulos, VP, Country Manager MENA, The Walt Disney Company, said: “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. From fan-favourite 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 favourites from the Disney brand.”

Exciting Shows for Young Viewers

The extension of the partnership brings an exciting lineup of popular children’s shows to beIN audiences. Disney Channel will feature hit series such as Miraculous, chronicling the heroic adventures of Ladybug and Cat Noir; Phineas and Ferb, a lively tale of two stepbrothers creating unforgettable summer experiences; and Monsters at Work, a fresh spin-off from Monsters, Inc. offering new laughs and challenges.

Meanwhile, Disney Junior will delight younger audiences with Mickey and Friends, a heartwarming series about friendship; Ariel, an underwater adventure starring the iconic Little Mermaid; Winnie the Pooh, the classic tales of friendship in the Hundred Acre Wood; and Bluey, a charming series about an energetic Australian puppy and her family.

Blockbuster Entertainment on STAR Channels

beIN’s STAR channels continue to deliver an exceptional selection of films, reality shows, and dramas. Movie lovers can enjoy cinematic masterpieces like Life of Pi, a visually stunning story of survival, and 12 Years a Slave, an Oscar-winning tale of resilience and freedom. Reality TV enthusiasts can follow Project Runway, a fierce competition among aspiring designers, and The Amazing Race, an adrenaline-pumping global adventure. Cooking fans can indulge in MasterChef, where top home cooks battle for culinary supremacy. Action lovers won’t be disappointed, as the partnership ensures continued access to the Taken trilogy, a high-stakes thriller starring Liam Neeson. Additionally, fans of medical dramas can stay hooked on Grey’s Anatomy, a long-running favorite that continues to captivate audiences.

A Strong and Lasting Entertainment Partnership

Originally established in 2022, the collaboration between beIN and The Walt Disney Company underscores a shared commitment to delivering world-class entertainment across the MENA region. By renewing this agreement, beIN ensures that its subscribers will continue to enjoy a rich and diverse array of premium content for years to come, further solidifying its position as a premier entertainment provider.