WGA And Major Studios Reach Tentative Deal To End 146-Day Writers Strike
The Writers Guild of America (WGA) has tentatively achieved a deal to end its ongoing strike. On Sunday (Sept. 24), WGA shared with members that a potential agreement was reached with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) after five consecutive days of negotiations.
Per Variety, picketing has been suspended until Guild leaders place a final vote on Tuesday on whether to formally lift the strike, which has lasted 146 days. Writers are not cleared to return to work until specifically authorized.
“We can say, with great pride, that this deal is exceptional – with meaningful gains and protections for writers in every sector of the membership,” detailed the message relayed to WGA members. “What remains now is for our staff to make sure everything we have agreed to is codified in final contract language.”
The memo continued to elaborate, “And though we are eager to share the details of what has been achieved with you, we cannot do that until the last ‘i’ is dotted. To do so would complicate our ability to finish the job. So, as you have been patient with us before, we ask you to be patient again – one last time.”
In the letter, the WGA encourages members to join the Screen Actors Guild — American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) picket lines as the deal is finalized. A memo issued by SAG-AFTRA per Variety expressed support as the WGA nears an agreement.
“Since the day the WGA strike began, SAG-AFTRA members have stood alongside the writers on the picket lines. We remain on strike in our TV/Theatrical contract and continue to urge the studio and streamer CEOs and the AMPTP to return to the table and make the fair deal that our members deserve and demand.”
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