A judge on Thursday allowed Sony to take over distribution of “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy,” in a major blow to CBS, which has syndicated the lucrative shows for decades.
Judge Kevin Brazile refused to grant CBS an injunction, finding that Sony is likely to prevail on its claim that CBS has failed to live up to its contractual obligations.
“The Court believes that Sony had the right, in its discretion, to terminate the distribution agreements in August 2024,” the judge wrote.
CBS intends to appeal immediately.
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