California Attorney General Rob Bonta said he is open to settlement talks with Warner Bros. and Paramount if Paramount “stops playing games.” Bonta criticized their conduct as “amateur hour,” signaling pressure to resolve the dispute through negotiations.
WHO:California Attorney General Rob Bonta; Warner Bros.; Paramount
WHAT:Bonta indicates openness to settlement talks with Warner Bros. and Paramount, while sharply criticizing Paramount’s conduct and urging it to stop.
WHEN:Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 5:20 PM ET
WHERE:California
WHY:Bonta’s comments were triggered by what he described as Paramount’s conduct, which he said needs to change before settlement talks can proceed.
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