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EPISODE · Mar 12, 2026 · 57 MIN

Bill Hunt Discusses Paramount/Warner Bros Merger PLUS WB's 2026 4K Slate

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Send us Fan MailWe sit down with Bill Hunt of The Digital Bits to unpack the Paramount–Warner twist and his thoughts on the merger's impact on physical media. We also discuss how replication bottlenecks and layoffs are reshaping the industry. Then we review Warner Bros' entire 2026 4K slate, their boutique licensing partners, and why there is an urgency to keep buying physical media.Purchase BEN HUR 4KPurchase EXCALIBER 4KFollow Bill Hunt on The Digital BitsLearn more about The Digital Bits PatreonMore purchase links: ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN 4KALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN 4K STEELBOOKSPEED RACER 4K Steelbook Moviezyng Affiliate LinkThe Extras Facebook pageThe Extras TV YouTube ChannelThe Extras Twitter Warner Archive & Warner Bros Catalog GroupJoin our new public Facebook Group for Warner Archive Animation Fans and get the latest update on all the releases.As an Amazon and Moviezyng Affiliate, The Extras may receive a commission for purchases through our purchase links.  There is no additional cost to you, and every little bit helps us in the production of the podcast.  Thanks in advance.Otaku Media produces podcasts, behind-the-scenes extras, and media that connect creatives with their fans and businesses with their consumers.  Contact us today to see how we can work together to achieve your goals.  [email protected]

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