what is the writers strike about

The 2023 Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike was about a labor dispute between the Writers Guild of America, representing 11,500 screenwriters, and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) . The negotiations failed, leading to the strike, as the writers were seeking a new contract with major Hollywood studios. The strike affected TV shows and movies, causing delays in production and potentially impacting the release of new series and films. The writers were fighting for issues vital to them, including residuals from streaming and other economic implications. The strike was significant in the entertainment industry, and the writers were determined to continue until they achieved the contract they needed. The strike ended after a tentative agreement was reached between the unions representing writers and entertainment companies. The strike had the potential to affect late-night shows and the overall business of TV, as it would require filling time and could lead to a dip in new TV series if it had continued.