Al Mayadeen English

  • Ar
  • Es
  • x
Al Mayadeen English

Slogan

  • News
    • Politics
    • Economy
    • Sports
    • Arts&Culture
    • Health
    • Miscellaneous
    • Technology
    • Environment
  • Articles
    • Opinion
    • Analysis
    • Blog
    • Features
  • Videos
    • NewsFeed
    • Video Features
    • Explainers
    • TV
    • Digital Series
  • Infographs
  • In Pictures
  • • LIVE
News
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Sports
  • Arts&Culture
  • Health
  • Miscellaneous
  • Technology
  • Environment
Articles
  • Opinion
  • Analysis
  • Blog
  • Features
Videos
  • NewsFeed
  • Video Features
  • Explainers
  • TV
  • Digital Series
Infographs
In Pictures
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • MENA
  • Palestine
  • US & Canada
BREAKING
Al Mayadeen's correspondent in South Lebanon: An Israeli airstrike targeted the town of Arabsalim
Putin on new sanctions against Russia: Russia's energy sector remains confident, though some losses are expected
Putin calls talk of supplying Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv an attempt at escalation
Putin says he discussed with Trump the impact of the situation with Russian oil supplies on global prices, including in the United States
Dialogue is always better than confrontation, disputes, or continued war: Putin
The global energy balance has been established, and disrupting it is not in the interests of the countries attempting to do so: Putin
Russia's contribution to the global energy balance is very significant: Putin
No self-respecting country does anything under pressure: Putin
New US sanctions are an attempt to pressure Russia: Putin
Israeli media: The West Bank 'annexation' law has been suspended under Netanyahu's directives until further notice

Tentative deal reached to end months-long WGA strike

  • By Al Mayadeen English
  • Source: Agencies
  • 25 Sep 2023 09:20
  • 1 Shares
3 Min Read

Details are still being worked out, and the final decision is up to the membership.

  • x
  • Demonstrators carry signs during a screenwriter’s strike in New York City on May 2, 2023. (AFP via Getty Images)
    Demonstrators carry signs during a screenwriter’s strike in New York City on May 2, 2023. (AFP via Getty Images)

Writers and producers announced, on Sunday, that a deal was reached with Hollywood studios to end the months-long Writers Guild of America strike.

"We have reached a tentative agreement on a new 2023 (minimum basic agreement), which is to say an agreement in principle on all deal points, subject to drafting final contract language," said a letter the Writers Guild of America sent to members.

"We can say, with great pride, that this deal is exceptional -- with meaningful gains and protections for writers in every sector of the membership," the letter added.

The letter, which was viewed by AFP, did not provide specific information about the agreement. It mentioned that details were still being worked out and that the final decision would be in the hands of the members who halted their writing activities in early May.

"To be clear, no one is to return to work until specifically authorized to by the Guild. We are still on strike until then. But we are, as of today, suspending WGA picketing," it said.

This comes shortly after the WGA stated that both sides "met for bargaining on Friday and will meet again on Saturday," adding that they "continue to work toward a deal that writers deserve."

A flashback

In early May, thousands of film and television writers ceased their work, advocating for various demands such as improved compensation, increased recognition for successful show creators, and safeguards against the impact of artificial intelligence.

Related News

Hollywood writers, studios enter 4th day of talks in bid to end strike

Seth McFarlane quits 'Family Guy' due to Hollywood writers' strike

For months, they've stood in solidarity on picket lines outside various industry offices, including Netflix and Disney. In mid-July, striking actors joined their cause, resulting in a costly halt to the entertainment industry.

Following an extensive negotiation session on Thursday, the WGA communicated to its members that discussions would resume the following day. They encouraged "as many of you as possible to come out to the picket lines" on Friday, with protest hours extended into the early afternoon.

According to Deadline, top executives from Netflix, Disney, Universal, and Warner Bros Discovery have made personal appearances at this week's discussions.

Among their demands, writers have emphasized that their salaries have failed to keep pace with inflation. Moreover, the growth of streaming platforms has reduced the "residuals" they receive when a project they contributed to becomes a major success.

While studios have offered greater transparency regarding streaming audience metrics, they have not proposed adjustments to the method of calculating residual payments.

Writers have also pushed for restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence, fearing it could be used to partially replace their role in generating future film or show scripts, thereby further harming their compensation.

This issue continues to be a primary point of contention between the two parties, as reported in Hollywood trade publications last week.

Even if the writers reach a new agreement, the actors' strike is expected to continue, with no reported contract negotiations between the studios and the 160,000-member SAG-AFTRA guild since the actors' strike commenced.

However, both unions share numerous common demands, and industry insiders believe that a resolution to the WGA strike could potentially pave the way for a settlement in the actors' strike.

Read more: Hollywood strikes cause delay of Emmy Awards: US media

  • WGA
  • Hollywood
  • Hollywood writers
  • Strike

Most Read

From previous scenes of the Qassam Brigades targeting an Israeli D9 bulldozer with a Yassin 105 shell, east of Deir al-Balah. (Military Media of the Qassam Brigades)

US knew fatal Rafah blast cause was not Hamas op., says journalist

  • Politics
  • 20 Oct 2025
Abu Hamza, the spokesperson for the Al-Quds Brigades, during a speech televised on October 22, 2025 (Al-Quds Brigades Military Media)

Al-Quds Brigades' Abu Hamza mourns leaders, vows continued resistance

  • Politics
  • 22 Oct 2025
Smoke and fire rises after 'Israel' launched airstrikes on the village of Ansar, Lebanon, October 16, 2025 (social media)

'Israel' launches two waves of brutal strikes on east, south Lebanon

  • Politics
  • 16 Oct 2025
A woman with her purchased groceries walks out from an underground market, in Beijing, Wednesday, August 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)

Global brands in China face pressure from rising local rivals

  • Economy
  • 17 Oct 2025

Coverage

All
War on Gaza

Read Next

All
US-backed GHF in talks over future role in postwar Gaza: FT
Politics

US-backed GHF in talks over future role in postwar Gaza: FT

Rubio warns West Bank annexation threatens Trump’s Gaza peace plan
Politics

Rubio warns West Bank annexation threatens Trump’s Gaza plan

Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa trade barbs in fiery New York mayoral debate.
Politics

Mamdani, Cuomo, and Sliwa trade barbs in fiery New York mayoral debate

Artist’s rendering of the RADICALS satellite in orbit. (AP)
Technology

Europe firms agree on satellite merger to counter Starlink

Al Mayadeen English

Al Mayadeen is an Arab Independent Media Satellite Channel.

All Rights Reserved

  • x
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Authors
Android
iOS