Warner Bros. Discovery Announces Discovery Global’s 2026 Upfront Presentation

Discovery Global Will Debut its Inaugural Upfront Presentation on May 13, 2026 at The Theater at Madison Square Garden

US Ad Sales, Creative and Key Company Leaders to Present

Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ: WBD) today announced that Discovery Global will host its inaugural 2026 Upfront presentation at The Theater at Madison Square Garden the morning of Wednesday, May 13, 2026. The presentation will introduce Discovery Global's vision, spotlight the company's key leadership, and affirm its position as a one-stop shop for advertisers heading into the 2026/2027 marketplace.

As previously announced, Discovery Global will continue to represent the domestic advertising inventory of Warner Bros. in the 2026/27 Upfront and beyond, keeping together two powerhouse portfolios with scale across both companies' linear, streaming, and digital properties. This partnership is set to provide advertisers with unique opportunities to connect with audiences across multiple platforms, leveraging culture-shaping content paired with advanced targeting strategies and technology.

"At Discovery Global, we will seek to inspire and empower audiences through bold storytelling and engaging stories," said Gunnar Wiedenfels,Chief Financial Officer, Warner Bros. Discovery and announced Chief Executive Officer, Discovery Global. "We are committed to deepening connections between people and the world around them-while delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that help brands engage meaningfully with our passionate global audience. By uniting creativity with intelligence, we aim to build lasting partnerships and deliver measurable results."

"While the structure of our company is transforming, our shared commitment to creating meaningful connections between audiences and brands remains stronger than ever," said Ryan Gould, President of U.S. Ad Sales, Go to Market, Warner Bros. Discovery. "We're looking forward to showcasing how the world-class portfolios of both Discovery Global and Warner Bros. can connect advertisers with high-impact consumer engagement and drive unmatched value."

"The 2026 Upfront will mark a bold new chapter for Discovery Global and Warner Bros. -where strategic vision meets brand leadership across Sports, News, Entertainment, and Streaming," said Bobby Voltaggio, President of U.S. Ad Sales, Platform Monetization, Warner Bros. Discovery. "Through cutting-edge innovation in ad tech, data, and product development, we're not just shaping the future-we're inviting our partners to build it with us."

The presentation will highlight the trusted and iconic brands from both Discovery Global and Warner Bros., spanning entertainment, news, and sports - including Adult Swim, Bleacher Report, CNN, Discovery, Food Network, HBO, HGTV, Investigation Discovery (ID), Magnolia, OWN, TBS, TLC, and TNT Sports, as well as HBO Max and discovery+. Warner Bros. Television, Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group and DC Studios will also be featured -highlighting how advertisers can continue to activate across both portfolios to maximize reach and impact.

Together, these brands and creative studios will demonstrate unparalleled reach, premium storytelling, and commitment to delivering impactful opportunities for advertisers across every screen and platform.