HBO chief Casey Bloys says he expects to stay in charge of HBO Max and add Paramount+ after the Paramount‑Warner Bros. merger, outlining integration plans at Bloomberg's conference.

HBO chief Casey Bloys said Thursday he expects to stay in charge of HBO Max after Paramount and Warner Bros. complete their merger.

Speaking at Bloomberg’s Screentime conference, Bloys did not detail his future role at the combined company, but he did not refute reports that he will continue to oversee HBO Max and integrate Paramount+ into the streaming lineup.

"I’m not going to get into my..." Bloys began, before pausing. He added that the companies are "working on a plan that makes sense for the business and for our subscribers."

Merger background

Paramount Global and Warner Bros. Discovery announced a merger in early 2024 that will combine two of the largest media libraries in the United States. The deal, pending regulatory approval, is expected to close by mid‑2025.

Both firms have said the union will create a more competitive streaming platform against rivals such as Netflix and Disney+. The combined entity will own HBO Max, Showtime, Paramount+, and a slate of film and TV assets.

Bloys’ role and expectations

Bloys, who has led HBO Max since its launch in 2020, told the audience that continuity in leadership is a priority. "We want to keep the momentum we’ve built," he said.

Industry analysts have noted that retaining Bloys could smooth the integration of HBO Max and Paramount+. The two services currently operate on separate technology stacks, and a unified approach could reduce costs and improve user experience.

Potential challenges

Regulators may scrutinize the merger for antitrust concerns, and the companies will need to address overlapping content rights. Bloys acknowledged that "there will be tough decisions" but expressed confidence in the teams’ ability to navigate them.

He also said that any changes to subscription pricing will be communicated well in advance to avoid subscriber disruption.

Looking ahead

Bloys said the next few months will focus on finalizing the integration roadmap. He did not comment on whether he will assume a broader role beyond HBO Max.

Stakeholders will watch the merger’s progress closely, as the combined streaming service could reshape the competitive landscape of U.S. media.