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Ryan Reynolds to Make Unscripted Content for fuboTV; Launches Linear Network on Streamer

Ryan Reynolds to Make Unscripted Content for fuboTV; Launches Linear Network on Streamer

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Things over at fuboTV are about to get a little more sarcastic, a lot more handsome, and there might be some fourth wall breaking as well. On Monday, Fubo announced that the live TV streaming service had inked a deal with Maximum Effort Productions, which was co-founded by Hollywood A-lister Ryan Reynolds and George Dewey. The pact includes a first-look deal for unscripted content, a blind scripted deal, and the launch of a Maximum Effort Network on fuboTV.

Maximum Effort has been behind a number of Reynolds’ most recent successes including the two “Deadpool” movies, “Free Guy,” “The Adam Project,” and the upcoming unscripted soccer show “Welcome to Wrexham,” which will premiere on FX and Hulu later this month.

“Maximum Effort’s mission is to bring people together in fun and unexpected ways and we think today’s announcement with Fubo will help do just that,” Reynolds said. “FuboTV has taken a fresh approach to developing and delivering content in the digital age and the entire team is passionate about thinking differently and taking chances. I genuinely can’t believe Maximum Effort gets to program our own network. I am beyond excited and grateful to Fubo.”

And true to his public persona, Reynolds is promising a whole lot of craziness Maximum Effort Network.

The Maximum Effort Network is set to join the sports-focused streamer’s growing list of linear channel offerings. Last week when Fubo reported its second-quarter earnings, the company revealed that it had dipped below 1 million subscribers, but that it was adjusting its growth strategy in order to focus more on adding free ad-supported TV (FAST) channels and moving away from integrated live sports betting.

“I am thrilled to announce FuboTV’s partnership with Ryan Reynolds, George Dewey, James Toney (chief strategy officer) and Maximum Effort,” fuboTV co-founder and CEO David Gandler said. “Ryan is not only an A-list Hollywood star but also a serial entrepreneur with a stellar track record across sports, advertising, content and marketing … Ryan and Maximum Effort have demonstrated their confidence in FuboTV and what we plan to create together through an equity agreement encompassing stock at higher than today’s trading price. We can’t wait to get started.”

Maximum Effort’s partnership with Fubo leaves in place the production company’s three-year, first-look deal with Paramount Global for feature film projects.

Fubo

Fubo is a live TV streaming service offering a robust lineup of approximately 150 premier channels, with plans starting at $63.99 per month. This entry-level package provides access to local broadcast affiliates 18 of the leading 35 cable channels channels, and valuable regional sports networks (RSNs).

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For many other sports enthusiasts, particularly those who prioritize access to local sports broadcasts, Fubo is a compelling choice in our view. Featuring FanDuel Sports RSNs in its channel lineup, Fubo stands out as the most budget-friendly option for RSN access across numerous markets, including Altitude, AT&T Sports, Fox Sports, Marquee, MSG, NBC Sports, and NESN. (Explore the comprehensive list of Fubo’s sports channels.) Fubo recently launched an add-on to their sports package, allowing subscribers access to local RSNs as well.

In September 2025, Fubo also launched its Sports package for $45.99 per month, featuring a variety of sports-oriented channels including ABC, CBS and FOX affiliates (in select markets) as well as ACC Network, Big 10 Network, CBS Sports Network, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNews, ESPNU, Fox News, FS1, FS2, Fubo Sports Network, ION, NFL Network, SEC Network and Tennis Channel.

Fubo further enriches its sports offerings by including MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network, NFL RedZone , NHL Network and beIN Sports (a channel not commonly found on competing services). For expanded soccer coverage, you can opt for Fox Soccer Plus via the International Sports Plus add-on for an additional $7/month.

Additionally, you have the option to enhance your channel variety with the Fubo Extra ($8), which incorporates approximately ~38 channels more channels, featuring popular selections like GSN.


Matt Tamanini is the News Editor at The Streamable, where he oversees daily news coverage and editorial strategy, with a particular focus on breaking stories, streaming comparisons, and major industry events. A well-rounded journalist with a diverse background, Matt joined The Streamable in 2022 after holding key editorial roles at several high-profile outlets. He has an extensive career in sports and entertainment journalism, having served as a senior editor for BroadwayWorld, the world’s largest theater website, and as managing editor for Land-Grant Holy Land, which covers Ohio State sports.

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