Strike Ends
SAG-AFTRA has reached a tentative deal with studios on a new contract, ending its strike after 118 days. The strike is set to end at 12:01am PT on November 9, barring any dramatic developments.
Unanimous Recommendation
On Wednesday, the SAG-AFTRA's negotiating committee voted unanimously to recommend a tentative agreement to the group's board. If the board signs off on the deal, eligible members of the actors guild will vote to ratify the new agreement.
Back to Work Quickly
Actors and writers could be back to work on TV shows and in writer's rooms quickly, once the deal is finalized.
Long Negotiations
SAG-AFTRA's deal is the culmination of the latest round of negotiations, which began on October 24. Netflix's Ted Sarandos, Disney's Bob Iger, NBCUniversal's Donna Langley, and Warner Bros Discovery's David Zaslav were all frequently involved in the talks.
Costly Strike
The strike has cost the Southern California economy over $6.5 billion and 45,000 jobs in the entertainment industry, according to Deadline. Productions have been halted, leaving actors and writers out of work and viewers without new shows to watch.
Reasons for the Strike
SAG-AFTRA called the strike after failing to close contract negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The guild demanded respect and a fair share of the wealth, citing the changing business model of streaming and digital platforms.
Support from Actors
Many actors showed their support for the strike, taking to picket lines and posting on social media. Olivia Wilde, Wanda Sykes, Jimmy Fallon, Christopher Nolan, and other big stars were seen showing their support.
Strike Ends After Months of Negotiations
The SAG-AFTRA strike is set to end after midnight on November 9, bringing an end to months of picketing and negotiations.
