Instagram/Writers Guild of America Celebrity WGA secures tentative 4-year deal with studios. New contract includes AI protections, streaming residuals, and improved health benefits for writers. April 5, 2026 AceShowbiz - The Writers Guild of America (Writers Guild of America) reached a tentative agreement with major studios and streaming platforms on Saturday morning. The new deal is set to last four years, extending beyond the traditional three-year term typically seen in such contracts.