Media Networks
Broadcasting

Domestically, Buena Vista Television (BVT) continues to be a leader in broadcast, cable and emerging media syndication, distributing firstrun series such as the ratings powerhouse Live with Regis and Kelly (produced by WABC-TV), as well as the popular game show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire and Ebert & Roeper (production of both is overseen by Buena Vista Productions). In 2006, BVT launched off-network hits According to Jim and Scrubs into syndication, and closed high-profile sales for Desperate Housewives and Grey’s Anatomy, with Lost soon to follow. BVT also distributes motion pictures from The Walt Disney Studios to network television, cable, pay television, payper- view, video-on-demand, broadband and mobile platforms. Top-performing movie packages currently include the box office blockbusters Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest and The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.

ABC’s successful programming also contributes to the Company’s publishing group. Hyperion released 195 new titles during the 2005-06 fiscal year, including Mitch Albom’s latest book, For One More Day. Several new releases featured ABC on-air talent, including Burnt Toast by Teri Hatcher of Desperate Housewives, Myths, Lies and Downright Stupidity by ABC News’ John Stossel, Real Men Don’t Apologize by Jim Belushi and Ask Supernanny by Jo Frost. Hyperion also published Bad Twin, a book related to the Lost series, which became a best-seller.

By concentrating on the Company’s three strategic priorities – creative content, innovative technology, and international expansion – the broadcasting division of Disney Media Networks achieves ratings and revenues, while creating strong franchises that support the entire Company.