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Disney is also facing scrutiny as part of this cable reckoning. Disney-owned FXX is at risk of becoming obsolete as the company aggressively promotes its streaming service, Hulu. With many shows that once aired on FXX moving to Hulu, maintaining FXX may no longer seem practical, especially with an increasing reluctance from cable providers to carry such channels.
Furthermore, Freeform, formerly ABC Family and Fox Family, is similarly at risk. Its recent removal from Spectrum and dwindling viewer interest among its target demographic—young women favoring on-demand content—suggests a major transformation or potential closure. The success of these networks lies in their ability to adapt, but the looming question remains: Is adaptation possible in an evolving landscape?