‘How to boycott ABC’ action plan revealed after Jimmy Kimmel cancelation

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After Jimmy Kimmel Live! was taken off the air with no set return date, people online quickly started discussing ways to boycott ABC. They’re also sharing information about a possible business arrangement that could explain what happened.

Many Disney Plus and Hulu subscribers are canceling their subscriptions following controversy over comments made by Kimmel on his talk show Monday night (September 15). The number of cancellations is in the hundreds, and possibly even thousands.

The host brought up Charlie Kirk’s death, claiming supporters of Donald Trump, or the “MAGA gang,” were trying to gain political advantage from the tragedy. They also discussed how President Trump responded to the news.

On September 17th, Nexstar Media Group said its ABC stations would stop airing *Jimmy Kimmel Live!* for the time being, following controversial comments made about Kirk. Disney, which owns ABC, quickly did the same.

‘How to boycott ABC’ action plan circulates online

The decision has been met with widespread criticism. People online, politicians, and celebrities have all voiced their disapproval, arguing it raises concerns about free speech and noting that Jimmy Kimmel’s remarks didn’t endorse violence against Kirk Douglas.

The video features a monologue that mainly criticizes Trump’s response to a situation. Because Trump has often spoken out against “cancel culture,” even likening it to totalitarianism, many people are now criticizing ABC and its parent companies for this action.

In addition to canceling subscriptions to Disney Plus and Hulu, both owned by the same company as ABC, people online are sharing ways to show their support. One Reddit user posted, “Here are some things you can do – anything helps, do what you’re able to.”

If you’re looking to cut costs, consider canceling your Disney streaming subscriptions – that includes Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN. Also, think about canceling your cable or live TV services like YouTube TV or Hulu Live, as a large portion of those fees ultimately go to Disney, which owns ABC.

If you have any trips planned to Disney theme parks, please cancel them. Also, avoid buying any Disney merchandise. When canceling, it’s best to call or use online chat and explain that you don’t want your money supporting Disney while Jimmy Kimmel is not on the air.

If you live close to a Disney Store, a Disney Park, or a Disney/ABC office, consider gathering friends to peacefully protest outside. You can also encourage employees to potentially call out sick, but be respectful – they might be facing difficult circumstances.

Disney and ABC recently removed Jimmy Kimmel due to political pressure. Nexstar, the company that owns The CW and over 200 local stations (ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX), is connected to this. We’re calling for a boycott of Disney, Nexstar, and all the companies that advertise with them. The best way to make a statement is to impact their profits.

— Brian Krassenstein (@krassenstein) September 18, 2025

Okay, so I just saw this warning and wanted to share it – apparently, someone had trouble cancelling their Netflix account. They said Netflix reactivated it somehow, even *after* they tried to cancel! Their advice? If you used a credit card with that account, cancel or freeze the card immediately. They ended up reporting their card as stolen, which finally got Netflix to deactivate the account and issue a refund. Just thought I’d pass that along – better safe than sorry!

Some people cautioned that protesting might result in arrests, but the original poster responded, “You can’t arrest everyone – it’s a risk I’m willing to take.”

On X (formerly Twitter), people are increasingly using hashtags like #cancelDisneyPlus, #cancelHulu, and #boycottABC to express similar opinions and call for action.

Okay, so everyone’s *seriously* mad at ABC right now. I’ve been seeing posts saying we absolutely should *not* forgive them for what happened. The call is to completely boycott everything they do. People are hoping any decent journalists working there will just quit. It feels like a huge moment, like we need to take a stand *now* because things are really bad for free speech, for the country, and honestly, for what’s coming next. It’s a pretty intense situation.

There’s a call to boycott Disney and ABC after they decided to remove Jimmy Kimmel from the air, reportedly due to political pressure. People are also pointing out that Nexstar, the company owning The CW and many local stations like ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX, is connected to this situation.

“Boycott Disney. Boycott Nexstar. Boycott their advertisers. Hit them where it hurts: the $$$.”

Critics say Jimmy Kimmel cancelation tied to Nexstar buyout

The popular ‘Boycott ABC’ discussion, with almost 10,000 likes, also highlights that Nexstar is asking the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for permission to buy Tegna for $6.2 billion.

I’ve been following this story, and it’s pretty wild! The FCC chairman, Brendan Carr, has been really going after Jimmy Kimmel’s show this week. He even told a YouTuber, Benny Johnson, that he’s ready to take action – and quickly – against Kimmel himself, as well as ABC and Disney. It seems like he’s serious about trying to get the show pulled off the air.

Disney is facing a significant problem, according to FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr. He indicated that the company could address the issue involving Jimmy Kimmel easily, or the FCC might be forced to intervene further.

Because they’re licensed by the FCC, broadcasters have a responsibility to serve the public. There’s been discussion about whether Jimmy Kimmel should be fired, and a suspension is definitely a possibility.

The FCC could reasonably claim this is a deliberate attempt to deceive the public about a key and important truth.

Look, Disney really needs to shake things up, but honestly, the TV channels and streaming services showing their stuff need to do their part too. They need to start demanding better deals or more creative control – it can’t all fall on Disney.

Nexstar’s purchase of Tegna could break FCC rules limiting how many households a broadcaster can reach with its TV stations – currently capped at 39%. However, FCC Commissioner Carr and the previous administration are trying to eliminate these limits.

Now that Nexstar is trying to get permission to acquire a company, some people believe the recent dismissal of Jimmy Kimmel was motivated by politics. Similar concerns were voiced earlier this year when CBS announced that Stephen Colbert’s ‘The Late Show’ would conclude after its current season.

While the network stated the decision was due to financial reasons, others suggest Stephen Colbert’s criticism of Donald Trump and the need for FCC approval of the merger between Paramount (CBS’s owner) and Skydance may have played a role.

The Reddit post points to a news article about Tegna, and suggests that Nexstar is trying to gain favor with FCC Commissioner Carr to get approval for their purchase of Tegna. The post implies that Jimmy Kimmel’s show being canceled wasn’t actually because of anything he said on air.

One person noted that Nexstar is asking the Federal Communications Commission to approve its $6.2 billion purchase of Tegna, drawing a parallel to the recent Paramount situation. They criticized large companies for lacking strength and principles.

Someone else pointed out that looking at who benefits financially usually reveals the truth, and that holds true in this situation.

We should not forgive ABC for their actions and must completely stop supporting them. If their reporters care about doing the right thing, they should resign. This is a critical moment that demands immediate and decisive action. The future of free speech and our country is at stake.

— John Jackson (@hissgoescobra) September 18, 2025

The New York Times financial columnist Andrew Ross Sorkin also noted the situation, suggesting that Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension from ABC appeared to be an attempt to appease the Trump administration.

In short, two companies controlling around 70 local ABC stations announced they would stop airing Jimmy Kimmel’s show. One of these companies, Nexstar, is currently attempting to acquire Tegna for $6.2 billion, a purchase that needs the FCC’s approval.

This isn’t the first time this has happened. Paramount previously settled a legal case with Donald Trump and then got the go-ahead to be acquired by Skydance.

Disney stock owners call to sell shares

If you’re interested in how ABC is doing financially, and how Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension might affect it, you’ll want to look at Walt Disney Company stock (ticker symbol: DIS), as Disney owns ABC.

Disney (DIS) stock this morning. We can do better

— ★Kristen Elizabeth★ (@StaarVellocet) September 18, 2025

On September 18, 2025, the stock price was $115.29, a slight decrease of 0.9% (or $1.04) for the day. This minor drop doesn’t seem to be connected to any reaction from Jimmy Kimmel Live! or the recent boycott.

Public disagreements like these can affect how investors feel, particularly if companies stop advertising or partnering with the platform. A noticeable drop in stock price over the next few days could be due to concerns about losing money from advertising or subscriptions.

Despite everything happening, many people are already selling their Disney stock. Some have publicly stated their reasons, with one person simply writing, “Time to sell Disney stock,” and another advising others to sell Disney stock and cancel their Disney+ or Hulu subscriptions, framing it as a matter of free speech.

One person stated they canceled a $15,000 Disneyland vacation for their family of six, ended their Disney+ subscription, and their spouse plans to sell all of their Disney stock tomorrow.

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