List of the top cable and satellite television channels in the world, sorted by total revenue over the past year.
List of largest cable and satellite television companies in the world
Here is the list of the largest cable and satellite television companies in the world
1. Comcast Corporation
Comcast is a global media and technology company. Through the connectivity and platforms we provide, and the content and experiences we create, our businesses reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers and guests around the world.
- Sales: 122 billion US dollars
- Country: United States
The company delivers world-class broadband, wireless and Video through Xfinity, Comcast Business and Sky; produce, distribute and stream leading entertainment, sports and news through brands such as NBC, Telemundo, Universal, Peacock and Sky; and bring incredible theme parks and attractions to life through Universal Destinations & Experiences.
2. Charter Communications, Inc.
Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband interconnection and cable operator serving more than 32 million customers in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. The company delivers a full range of state-of-the-art residential and business services, including Spectrum Internet®, TV, wireless and telephony, through a modern communications network.
- Sales: 55 billion US dollars
- Country: United States
For small and medium-sized businesses, Spectrum Business® delivers the same suite of broadband products and services coupled with specialized features and applications to increase productivity, while Spectrum Enterprise delivers highly customized, fiber-based solutions for larger enterprises and government agencies.
Spectrum Reach® delivers customized advertising and production for the modern media landscape. The company also distributes award-winning news and sports programming to its clients through Spectrum Networks.
3. Warner Bros. Discovery
Warner Bros. Discovery is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world’s most differentiated and comprehensive portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Warner Bros. is available in more than 220 countries and territories and in 50 languages.
- Sales: 41 billion US dollars
- Country: United States
Discovery inspires, educates and entertains audiences around the world through its iconic brands and products, including: Discovery Channel, Max, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Motion Picture Group, Warner Bros.
Television Group, Warner Bros. Pictures Animation, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others.
4. Quebecor Inc.
Quebecor, a Canadian leader in telecommunications, entertainment, news media and culture, is one of the industry’s most powerful integrated communications companies. Driven by their goal of providing the best possible customer experience, all of Quebecor’s subsidiaries and brands are distinguished by their high-quality, cross-platform, converged products and services.
- Sales: $5 billion
- Country: Canada
Quebecor (TSX: QBR.A, QBR.B), based in Quebec, employs over 10,000 people in Canada. Founded in 1950, Quebecor is a family-owned company committed to the community. Each year, it actively supports over 400 organizations in the important areas of culture, health, education, the environment and entrepreneurship.
5. MultiChoice Group
MultiChoice is Africa’s leading entertainment platform with a mission to enrich lives. The company offers a wide range of products and services including DStv, GOtv, Showmax, M-Net, SuperSport, Irdeto and KingMakers. The company’s products and services are used by over 23.5 million households in 50 markets across sub-Saharan Africa.
- Sales: $4 billion
- Country: South Africa
The company’s goal is to bring a world of opportunity to Africa by leveraging a unique platform, scale and distribution to build a broader ecosystem of consumer services powered by scalable technology. MultiChoice Group is focused on delivering value to our customers and creating value for shareholders by expanding into areas where they have the right to play and influence.
As the continent’s most loved storyteller, we are committed to developing Africa’s creative industries and are proud to be a major employer in Africa.
6. AMC Networks
AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in film and television and is the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. The company creates and delivers acclaimed series and films across multiple brands, bringing them to audiences everywhere.
- Sales: $4 billion
- Country: United States
Its portfolio includes the targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE, the cable channels AMC, BBC AMERICA (operated through a joint venture with BBC Studios), IFC, SundanceTV and WE tv, and the film distribution labels IFC Films and RLJE Films.
The company also operates AMC Studios, its in-house studio, production and distribution operations for acclaimed and fan-favorite original series such as “The Walking Dead Universe” and “Anne Rice Immortal Universe,” as well as AMC Networks International, its international programming business.