Cable TV Channels Starting with D

Discovery Networks (Warner Bros. Discovery)

Warner Bros. Discovery owns the largest portfolio of channels starting with D, following the 2022 merger of WarnerMedia and Discovery, Inc. These channels reach millions of households nationwide with factual, lifestyle, and entertainment programming.

• Discovery Channel
  Launched: June 17, 1985 | Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Flagship factual entertainment network featuring documentaries, science, nature, and reality programming. Known for Shark Week, Deadliest Catch, and MythBusters.
• Destination America
  Launched: May 28, 2012 (rebranded from Planet Green) | Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  American culture and lifestyle network featuring paranormal shows, BBQ competitions, travel, and small-town stories celebrating American life.
• Discovery Life
  Launched: February 1, 2011 (as Discovery Fit & Health) | Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Health, wellness, and lifestyle programming featuring medical mysteries, personal transformation stories, and family-focused content. Merged from Discovery Health Channel and FitTV.
• Discovery Family
  Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery & Hasbro
  Family-oriented network featuring animated series, children's programming, and family movies. Known for My Little Pony and other Hasbro properties.
• Discovery Science
  Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Science, technology, and innovation programming exploring space, engineering, and scientific breakthroughs. Features How It's Made and What on Earth?
• Discovery ePAK Affiliate Site
  Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Affiliate resource portal providing promotional materials and scheduling information for Discovery network partners.
• Discovery En Español
  Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Spanish-language version of Discovery Channel offering documentaries, science, and nature programming for Hispanic audiences.
• Discovery Familia
  Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Spanish-language family entertainment network with children's programming, lifestyle content, and educational shows.
• DIY Network Rebranded
  Launched: 1999 | Replaced by Magnolia Network in January 2022
  Former do-it-yourself home improvement network featuring renovation projects, crafts, and building shows. Now operates as Magnolia Network in partnership with Chip and Joanna Gaines.
• DMAX
  Launched: September 1, 2006 | Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA
  Men's lifestyle channel broadcasting in UK, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, and Turkey. Features automotive, adventure, and action programming. Not widely available in the US.

Disney Networks (The Walt Disney Company)

Disney operates multiple cable channels under its Disney Branded Television division, reaching children, families, and young adults with entertainment programming, animated series, and original movies.

• Disney Channel
  Launched: April 18, 1983 | Owner: Disney Branded Television (Walt Disney Company)
  Flagship children's and teen entertainment network featuring original series, movies, and animated programming. Targets ages 7-17. Commercial-free programming with shows like Bluey, The Owl House, and Zombies franchise.
• Disney Junior (Disney Jr.)
  Launched: February 14, 2011 (as block), March 23, 2012 (as 24-hour channel) | Owner: Disney Branded Television
  Preschool programming network targeting ages 2-6. Commercial-free service featuring educational content including Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, Bluey, and Doc McStuffins. Rebranded with shortened "Jr." logo in June 2024.
• Disney XD
  Launched: February 13, 2009 (replaced Toon Disney) | Owner: Disney Branded Television
  Action-oriented programming targeting boys and young adults ages 6-14. Unlike Disney Channel, operates as ad-supported service. Features Marvel animated series, Star Wars content, and competitive gaming.
• Disney International
  Owner: The Walt Disney Company
  International distribution arm managing Disney Channel operations in markets outside the United States, including Europe, Latin America, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific regions.
• Disney Cinemagic
  Owner: The Walt Disney Company
  Premium movie channel broadcasting Disney theatrical releases, Pixar films, and family entertainment. Available in select international markets.
• Disney+ Streaming Service
  Launched: November 12, 2019 | Owner: The Walt Disney Company
  Subscription streaming service featuring Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and Star content. Available through cable providers as add-on channel.

Documentary & True Crime Channels

Several specialized channels focus on documentary films, true crime investigations, and non-fiction programming.

• Discovery Investigation (Investigation Discovery / ID)
  Launched: January 27, 2008 (rebranded from Discovery Times) | Owner: Warner Bros. Discovery
  Leading true crime network featuring forensic investigations, criminal justice documentaries, and investigative journalism. Popular shows include Homicide Hunter, Disappeared, and On the Case with Paula Zahn. Originally launched as Discovery Civilization Network in 1996. Reaches approximately 69 million households.
• Documentary Channel Defunct
  Launched: January 2006 | Closed: August 1, 2013
  Featured independent documentary films from around the world. Founded by Oscar-nominated documentarian Tom Neff. Replaced by Pivot network in 2013.
• Docurama Streaming
  Launched: May 2014 | Owner: Cineverse
  Ad-free subscription streaming service ($5/month) dedicated to documentary films and series. Library includes 1,200+ titles from full-length features to short-form docs. Founded as Docurama Films DVD label in 1999.

Religious & Faith-Based Networks

• Daystar Television Network
  Launched: 1993 | Owner: Word of God Fellowship
  Evangelical Christian television network founded by Marcus and Joni Lamb. Headquartered in Bedford, Texas. Available on broadcast, cable, DIRECTV, Dish Network, and unencrypted satellite. First foreign Christian network licensed in Israel (2006). Reaches households nationwide with religious programming, worship services, and faith-based content.

Entertainment & Lifestyle Networks

• Dabl
  Launched: September 2019, relaunched December 29, 2023 | Owner: CBS Media Ventures / Weigel Broadcasting
  Digital multicast network featuring Black sitcoms from the 1990s-2010s. Programming includes Girlfriends, Moesha, The Parkers, The Game, Sister Sister, Half and Half, and One on One. Originally launched with female-targeted lifestyle format, transitioned to African-American entertainment in December 2023.
• Defy TV
  Launched: July 1, 2021 | Owner: Free TV Networks (partnership with A&E Networks)
  Digital multicast network featuring action-packed reality programming from A&E Networks library. Shows include Pawn Stars, Swamp People, American Pickers, Ax Men, Counting Cars, Forged in Fire, and Storage Wars. Reaches approximately 85% of US households. Programming moved to new "Dare" network in July 2024, with Ion Plus returning to channel space.
• Decades Rebranded
  Launched: May 25, 2015 | Rebranded as Catchy Comedy: March 27, 2023
  Classic television network featuring CBS Television Distribution library content. Originally focused on archival programming organized by decade. Relaunched as Catchy Comedy in 2023 with focus on classic sitcoms and sketch comedy.
• DStv (Digital Satellite Television)
  Launched: October 6, 1995 | Owner: MultiChoice (South Africa)
  Sub-Saharan African satellite service based in Randburg, South Africa. Serves subscribers primarily in South Africa, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe with 80+ channels including movies, entertainment, documentaries, music, news, and local programming. Not available in United States.
• DMX Music
  Owner: Mood Media
  Commercial-free music channels featuring various genres and formats. Business background music service available through cable and satellite providers. Offers 60+ music channels for residential and commercial use.

Related Warner Bros. Discovery Channels

Additional popular channels owned by Warner Bros. Discovery that complement the D-channel lineup:

• Animal Planet - Wildlife and nature programming
• Food Network - Culinary competitions and cooking shows
• HGTV - Home improvement and real estate
• Magnolia Network - Lifestyle programming by Chip and Joanna Gaines
• MotorTrend - Automotive and racing content
• OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) - Lifestyle and entertainment
• TLC (The Learning Channel) - Reality and lifestyle programming
• Travel Channel - Travel and adventure programming

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