A lot has changed since 2007 and the very medium that inspired the strike — streaming — may help insulate viewers from the effects of the walkout.
But the dramatically changed landscape that inspired the walkout — an industry that’s focus-shifted to streaming content — is also going to make it tougher for viewers to even notice their protest, hardship and sacrifice.
At least in the near-term.to the current round of talks have made clear, there are real issues on the table sparked by an entire industry distribution model that’s changed and studios are alleged to be unwilling to engage on key point by the WGA.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Seth Meyers prepares viewers for possible writers' strike | CNNSeth Meyers will stand in solidarity with Hollywood writers.
Read more »
Hollywood writers strike: Writers Guild of America fails to reach deal with studiosThe future of movies and television is up in the air after the first Hollywood writers strike in 15 years began Tuesday. The Writers Guild of America voted to strike after failing to reach a deal with major studios over the last six weeks.
Read more »
How to tap the WGA strike funds and other financial aid during the writers' strikeThere are several funds available that can provide temporary assistance for those in dire financial situations due to the strike.
Read more »
Hollywood Braces for Possible Writers Strike as Talks ContinueLast-ditch efforts to avert a strike by the nearly 20,000 writers represented by the WGA are expected to continue today before the current contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture & Television Producers expires at 12:01 p.m. Tuesday.
Read more »
Hollywood braces for potential writers’ strikeHollywood will be on edge Monday as the Writers Guild of America's contract with major studios expires, opening the possibility of a strike as negotiations continue on a new labor pact.
Read more »