HBO Max Set to Discontinue CNN 24/7 Livestream as New Solo Streaming Service Launches
HBO Max to Remove CNN Live News Stream in Strategic Shift
HBO Max is set to discontinue its 24/7 CNN live news stream in the U.S. starting November 17, as the cable news network gears up to launch its own streaming service this fall. The move comes ahead of Warner Bros. Discovery’s plans to introduce a new stand-alone CNN streaming product.
What’s Next for CNN on HBO Max?
While the live stream will depart from HBO Max, subscribers will still have access to select CNN Originals. These include popular programs such as “Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown,” “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy,” and “The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper.” These shows are expected to maintain their place in HBO Max’s content lineup, keeping audiences engaged with quality journalism and storytelling.
CNN’s New Streaming Ambitions
With a keen eye on capturing a younger audience, CNN is preparing to unveil its streaming service in the fall of 2025. This initiative follows prior corporate discussions and the challenges faced by its traditional linear offerings. As the network seeks to expand its digital footprint, maintaining relevance among evolving viewer preferences remains a top priority.
Unveiling the Future of News Streaming
Details about the cost, name, or specific launch date of the forthcoming CNN streaming service remain undisclosed. However, the new platform is anticipated to provide a fresh start compared to CNN+, a previous venture aimed at younger demographics that was launched in March 2022 and discontinued a month later under new management by Discovery Communications.
Learnings and Future Prospects
Alex MacCallum, CNN’s Executive Vice President of Digital Products and Services, highlighted the company’s learning experience from offering a live news feed on HBO Max. “CNN has benefitted tremendously from its two years of offering a live 24/7 feed of news to HBO Max customers,” MacCallum stated. The knowledge from this initiative is expected to inform the development of the new streaming subscription, aimed at broadening CNN’s audience base.
Emegypt will continue to monitor developments as CNN builds out its standalone digital presence, reshaping the future of news consumption.
