- After a $43bn merger, Warner Bros Discovery's CEO David Zaslav discovered the business was messier than expected.
- The company was already burdened by $55bn in debt when the deal closed.
- Zaslav has promised to revive big Warner film franchises and prioritize full cinematic runs before moving to streaming services.
- The worst is over, says Zaslav, and the company is 'done with restructuring'.
- Zaslav is trying to rebuild Warner's legacy and attract top talent despite recent cuts.
Can Warner Bros Discovery win back Hollywood?
After a painful first year, CEO David Zaslav is backing classic franchises and investing in new films to revive the legendary studio
Christopher Grimes
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