DIRECTV

DIRECTV

Satellite TV and streaming service provider

Overview

DIRECTV provides satellite TV and streaming services for residential and business customers across the US, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Its products include tiered TV packages with live and on-demand content; satellite service requires a contract and professional installation, while DIRECTV Stream uses the internet and has no annual contract. The company differentiates itself by offering both delivery methods, sports programming, and addressable advertising for brands, along with business-focused programming for bars, hotels, and other venues. Its goal is to deliver broad TV entertainment across multiple delivery methods and to offer targeted, business-friendly programming and advertising.

Significant Headcount Growth

About DIRECTV

Simplify's Rating
Why DIRECTV is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer Software

Entertainment

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$48.5B

Headquarters

El Segundo, California

Founded

1990

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What believers are saying

  • Breezeline launched a DIRECTV bundle on August 18, 2026 with a two-year price guarantee.
  • Genre Packs added AMC+, Shudder, Fanatiz, and The Cowboy Channel, expanding targeted upsell revenue.
  • DIRECTV’s August 2026 Multiview rollout strengthens sports retention before the NFL and college seasons.

What critics are saying

  • Nexstar’s Supreme Court petition on May 4, 2026 threatens DIRECTV’s retransmission-fee antitrust strategy.
  • DIRECTV’s workforce fell to 7,927 by March 2026, signaling deeper cost pressure.
  • Cord-cutting keeps shrinking satellite subscribers; without a streaming breakthrough, DIRECTV becomes a liquidation candidate.

What makes DIRECTV unique

  • TPG fully owns DIRECTV since July 2, 2025, enabling faster portfolio decisions.
  • DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS distributes NFL Sunday Ticket with EverPass starting July 31, 2026.
  • Curated Multiview and Gemini devices give sports fans live four-game viewing on one screen.

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Funding

Total Funding

$48.5B

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Industry Average

Funded Over

1 Rounds

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

5%
ARTnews
Sep 2nd, 2026
David Nolan gallery moves from Upper East Side to bigger space in Tribeca.

David Nolan gallery moves from Upper East Side to bigger space in Tribeca. September 2, 2026 10:32am Striking a defiant tone at a time when the future of the gallery ecosystem remains unknown, David Nolan announced a move for his namesake gallery from New York's Upper East Side to a bigger space in Tribeca. "At a time when the art world is contracting, in my usual subversive fashion, I wanted to place a bet on the industry and show my confidence in my artists and long-time collectors, along with expanding our collaborations with other galleries outside the U.S.," Nolan said in a press release announcing the move to a new 6,000-square-foot space in a 1920s-era building on Leonard Street. "There is rarely a perfect time to expand or open a new gallery, and taking risks is part of what running a gallery entails," Nolan continued. "After almost 40 years in the business, my gallery has watched change come many times over. I passionately believe in art and in the artists I exhibit, and in the loyal collectors and curators I have worked with - many of them for 20 to 30 years. I feel certain that this is the right moment to expand." The new gallery - one of 74 participating in Art Week NYC, an initiative presented by ARTnews, Art in America, and Artforum from November 11 to 14 - will be situated on two floors designed by studioMDA, whose founder, Markus Dochantschi, designed Nolan's first space in Chelsea in collaboration with artist Richard Artschwager. The first show, opening September 9, will be devoted to early works from the 1960s by Italian painter Valerio Adami. A show scheduled for November will feature sculptures by Chakaia Booker. Programming in 2027 will focus in part on what the press release describes as "overlooked artists - those whose work has been reduced to a single commercial facet, or passed over by more fashionable, exclusive corners of the art world." Here's a look at DirecTV's new Duo: MyEntertainment + MyNews bundle, including which news and entertainment channels you get and how much it costs.

The Streamable
Aug 24th, 2026
Something to stream every day this week.

Something to stream every day this week. Article continues below this related video: Something is interfering with this video Turn off ad blockers to watch this or try refreshing this page The Internet Is Obsessed With 'KPop Demon Hunters" Music, And The Streamable Had One Big Question For The Directors About It Monday, aug. 24. 'NFL Hometown Eats' series premiere | The Roku Channel. The NFL and great food have always gone hand in hand. Now, three celebrity NFL superfans will get the chance to explore the food scenes of some of the NFL's marquee cities, and best of all, they'll be joined by some of the most famous names in the league on their travels! The Roku Channel is a free, ad-supported streaming service that offers a broad mix of movies, TV shows, live linear channels, and original programming. Available to all viewers - not just Roku device owners - the service features licensed content from major studios alongside Roku Originals, which include exclusive series, movies, and specials previously produced for Quibi, as well as new original projects developed specifically for the platform. "NFL Hometown Eats" will see Eva Longoria and DeMarcus Ware tackling larger-than-life Texas eats, Joel McHale and Devon Witherspoon conquering the Seattle Dog, and Davante Adams and Rebel Wilson diving into LA's eclectic cuisine. Is your stomach growling yet? Tuesday, aug. 25. 'Dunkman' World Championship | TNT, watch with a five-day free trial of DIRECTV. Preseason NFL games and MLB regular season madness may be taking up all the sports headlines these days, but there's basketball to occupy sports fans' attention, too! The Dunkman World Championship on Tuesday puts the cherry on top of a season dedicated entirely to dunking. DIRECTV is one of The Streamable's top choices for the best live TV streaming service overall in 2026, especially for users who want the most channels. With an unbeatable lineup of local, news, sports, and entertainment channels, four main signature packages, an unlimited DVR, and 20 simultaneous streams at home, DIRECTV remains a premier choice for any cord-cutter. Start streaming DIRECTV & save up to $30 off your 1st mo. of service! Learn how. Shown live from the Overtime Elite Arena in Atlanta, Georgia, the championship will see eight dunkers compete in a single-elimination tournament, all for a grand prize of $500,000. NBA legends will be on hand to break down all the action, but who will walk away with the loot? Wednesday, aug. 26. Based on the beloved novel of the same name, "The Last Sunrise" follows Ry (Maia Reficco), a college student with a chronic illness, on a summer escape to Mallorca with her mother (Eva Longoria). Sun and sand beckon, but she isn't expecting to find love on this escape to paradise. August 26, 2026 As she unexpectedly falls for Julián (Fernando Lindez) and begins to embrace living in the moment, her worsening condition and long-hidden family secrets threaten to unravel everything before the summer ends. Love doesn't always conquer all, as Ry finds out all too personally. Thursday, aug. 27. After four years, the tense cyberthriller series "The Undeclared War" is returning to Peacock for a second season. The show is set in 2024, in the aftermath of a devastating cyber-attack by the Russians that has shaken GCHQ to its very core. June 30, 2022 Just when the British government has the upper hand, Danny and his team have discovered there's an enemy agent working directly in their midst. Simon Pegg returns on the series as Danny Patrick, but he'll need the help of his whole team - and all his wits - to avert catastrophe in Season 2. Friday, aug. 28. "Dark Matter" is somewhat unique as TV adaptations go. The show actually covered the entirety of its source material - the novel of the same name by author Blake Crouch - in Season 1, but it's returning for a second season nevertheless. May 7, 2024 Jason Dessen is abducted into an alternate version of his life. To get back to his true family, he embarks on a harrowing journey to save them from the most terrifying foe imaginable: himself. Best yet, Crouch himself is returning as writer and showrunner for the second season. It will continue to follow the Dessen family as they try to find a quiet life for themselves in a new world, but Jason's obsession with the Box and Daniela's paranoia threaten to bring it all tumbling down. Saturday, aug. 29. One of college football's finest traditions returns on Saturday. Week 0 allows fans to get a little taste of gridiron action before most other teams get onto the field in the first week of September. It's not exactly a full day's slate, but it still counts! Hulu Live TV is a live TV streaming service with more than 70 channels for $89.99/month. Hulu + Live TV base plan includes local channels, 33 of the top 35 cable channels, and regional sports networks (RSNs). Subscribers get free access to Disney+ and ESPN+ at no extra charge. Fans will be able to see the North Carolina Tar Heels take on the TCU Horned Frogs from Dublin, watch the San Jose State Spartans take on the USC Trojans, and cap the day with a contest between the New Mexico State Aggies and the Florida State Seminoles. Sunday, aug. 30. Little League World Series Championship game | ABC, watch with a free trial of YouTube TV. One of the most-followed tournaments in the entire sport of baseball wraps up on Sunday. The Little League Series World Series Championship game will see one team from the U.S. take on the best international team in the tournament, but only one country can claim the title. YouTube TV is a live TV streaming service with more than 60 channels for $82.99/month. This plan includes local channels 32 of the top 35 cable channels, and regional sports networks (RSNs) in select markets. The base plan includes more than 100 live channels, including major broadcast networks like ABC, CBS, FOX, and NBC, as well as popular cable channels such as ESPN, CNN, FX, USA Network, and TNT. Local channels are included in most markets, making YouTube TV a full replacement for traditional cable for many viewers. New customers can save $15 per month for 5 months. On the U.S. side, the Northwest Region and Mountain Region teams have been playing quite well to this point in the tournament. Teams like Mexico and Japan are expected to be in the mix at the end in the International bracket, but fans will just have to watch the tournament to see who comes out on top in the end! David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.

NewsCheckMedia LLC
Aug 19th, 2026
Breezeline & DirecTV launch new streaming bundle with two-year price guarantee.

Breezeline & DirecTV launch new streaming bundle with two-year price guarantee. Aug 19, 2026 | TVN Staff Save this article for later! Login or create a Free Member Profile to bookmark it. Breezeline, an internet, TV, phone and wireless provider, has partnered with DirecTV to offer a new streaming bundle aimed at customers who prioritize live sports and streaming entertainment, the companies said Tuesday. The service lets customers plug in a DirecTV Gemini device or sign in to the DirecTV app to access live games, local channels, news and on-demand entertainment without a satellite subscription. Breezeline said the packages are backed by a two-year price guarantee and do not require annual contracts. The bundle includes DirecTV's satellite-free Signature Packages, 4K streaming where available, unlimited cloud DVR and Multiview, a feature that can display up to four games at once. Customers who pair DirecTV with Breezeline internet will receive a $5 monthly discount under a new Bundle & Save incentive. "We're rethinking how our customers experience TV by prioritizing convenience and modern viewing technology," Bart Nickerson, Breezeline chief commercial officer, said. "With DirecTV, we're bringing live sports and entertainment to customers with the speed, strength, and reliability of our fiber-powered network." "Consumers want simple access to the live sports, local channels, news and entertainment they care about most," Mike Wittrock, DirecTV chief operations officer, said. "This relationship gives them more choice, simplicity and value by bringing together what Breezeline and DirecTV each do best, delivering reliable connectivity and a premium entertainment experience." Breezeline said the offering includes aggregated regional sports coverage it said is broader than competing streaming services, along with integrated content discovery and a voice-activated remote.

PR Newswire
Aug 18th, 2026
Breezeline teams up with DIRECTV to launch new streaming Bundle.

Breezeline teams up with DIRECTV to launch new streaming Bundle. Aug 18, 2026, 11:19 ET MIRAMAR, FLA., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Breezeline, a leading Internet, TV, phone, and wireless service provider, is proud to announce a new relationship with DIRECTV, expanding viewing choices for streaming-focused customers with flexible live sports and entertainment packages, backed by a two-year price guarantee. "We're rethinking how our customers experience TV by prioritizing convenience and modern viewing technology," said Bart Nickerson, Chief Commercial Officer at Breezeline. "With DIRECTV, we're bringing live sports and entertainment to customers with the speed, strength, and reliability of our fiber-powered network. Customers can simply plug in a DIRECTV Gemini device or log into the DIRECTV app and start watching immediately." "Consumers want simple access to the live sports, local channels, news and entertainment they care about most," said Mike Wittrock, Chief Operations Officer at DIRECTV. "This relationship gives them more choice, simplicity and value by bringing together what Breezeline and DIRECTV each do best, delivering reliable connectivity and a premium entertainment experience." For sports fans, DIRECTV brings together live games, streaming apps, real-time scores, highlights, and personalized sports discovery in one seamless experience, making it easier for fans to find and enjoy every game. The service includes access to more regional sports than DISH, YouTube TV, and Hulu + Live TV combined, along with 4K streaming quality and DIRECTV's Multiview feature that displays up to four games simultaneously on a single screen. Finding content is simple using the integrated, voice-activated remote, while unlimited cloud DVR ensures favorite shows and games are always ready to watch. Customers can lock in DIRECTV's satellite-free Signature Packages for two full years with a price guarantee, and with the flexibility of no annual contracts. Through a new Bundle & Save incentive, customers who pair DIRECTV with Breezeline Internet will enjoy a $5 monthly discount on their Internet bill. ABOUT BREEZELINE Breezeline is the eighth-largest cable operator in the United States. The company provides its residential and business customers with Internet, TV, and Phone services in 13 states: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia and West Virginia, as well as mobile service in most states in which it operates. Media contact SOURCE Breezeline

TV Technology
Aug 17th, 2026
DirecTV to launch Curated Multiview for live sports.

DirecTV to launch Curated Multiview for live sports. Published 16 hours ago The offering will bring together marquee live sports matchups into a single view DirecTV is updating its user interface with the planned launch of Curated Multiviews, a new feature that brings together live games in a single view, scheduled around what's on that day. DirecTV noted that Curated Multiviews are currently rolling out to customers and will be available to eligible customers by August 27. Each Multiview features live games from networks already included in a customer's package, laid out together and ready to watch. When a Multiview is available for the game a user is watching, that viewer will see a "Multiview" button in the video player. Users will only see Multiviews for networks included in their packages and games available in their areas. DirecTV said that its sports team curates each of these Multiview around two ideas: marquee matchups fans may want to follow together and themed slates built around the day's action. That could mean an SEC Saturday lineup one weekend or a collection of NFL games airing across CBS and FOX on Sunday, the operator explained. DirecTV noted that the Curated Multiviews aren't replacing existing Mix Channels. Those always-on channels bring together a set lineup of live networks in one place, making it easy to keep an eye on sports, news, weather and more. The professional video industry's #1 source for news, trends and product and tech information. Sign up below.

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