CFO Patrick O’Connell exits AMC Networks (NASDAQ: AMCX) role

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

AMC Networks Inc. disclosed that Chief Financial Officer Patrick O’Connell will leave the company to pursue an opportunity outside the media industry. The company stated that his decision is not related to any disagreement over operations, policies, or practices. O’Connell has agreed to remain in his current role through March to help transition his responsibilities, and AMC Networks has begun a search for his successor.

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Corporate governance and leadership analyst

CFO Patrick O’Connell is exiting AMC Networks in an orderly, non‑dispute transition.

AMC Networks announced that Chief Financial Officer Patrick O’Connell will leave to pursue an opportunity outside the media industry. The company explicitly notes that his departure is not due to any disagreement regarding its operations, policies, or practices, which helps limit concerns about internal conflict or accounting issues.

O’Connell will continue serving as CFO through March to support a transition of responsibilities, suggesting an orderly handover rather than an abrupt exit. The company has already started a search for his successor, but the timing and profile of the new CFO are not detailed here.

Leadership continuity over the coming months will depend on how quickly a new CFO is identified and onboarded. Subsequent company filings or announcements may provide further clarity on the appointment of a replacement and any changes to the finance organization.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 22, 2026 (January 20, 2026)

Commission File Number: 1-35106

AMC Networks Inc.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Nevada						27-5403694
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)						(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
11 Penn Plaza,
New York,			NY			10001
(Address of principal executive offices)						(Zip Code)

(212) 324-8500

(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class

Trading Symbol(s)

Name of each exchange on which registered

Class A Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share

AMCX

The

NASDAQ

Stock Market LLC

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ¨

Item 5.02    Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

On January 22, 2026, AMC Networks Inc. (the “Company”) announced that Patrick O’Connell, its Chief Financial Officer, will be leaving the Company in order to pursue an opportunity outside of the media industry. Mr. O’Connell’s decision to depart from the Company was not related to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company’s operations, policies or practices. Mr. O’Connell has agreed to continue in his current position through March to provide for a transition of his responsibilities. The Company has initiated a search for a successor to Mr. O’Connell.

Item 9.01     Financial Statements and Exhibits.

(d) Exhibits.

Exhibit Number						Item
104						Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

AMC Networks Inc.

Date:

January 22, 2026

By:

/s/ Anne G. Kelly

Anne G. Kelly

Executive Vice President and Corporate Secretary

FAQ

Why is AMC Networks (AMCX) Chief Financial Officer Patrick O’Connell leaving?

Patrick O’Connell is leaving AMC Networks to pursue an opportunity outside of the media industry.

Did Patrick O’Connell have any disagreements with AMC Networks (AMCX) before his departure?

The company states that Mr. O’Connell’s decision to depart was not related to any disagreement with AMC Networks on operations, policies, or practices.

How long will Patrick O’Connell remain CFO of AMC Networks (AMCX)?

Patrick O’Connell has agreed to continue in his current CFO role through March to support a transition of his responsibilities.

Is AMC Networks (AMCX) searching for a new Chief Financial Officer?

Yes. AMC Networks has initiated a search for a successor to Patrick O’Connell as Chief Financial Officer.

What SEC item does AMC Networks (AMCX) use to report the CFO departure?

The departure of Patrick O’Connell is reported under Item 5.02, which covers departures and appointments of directors and certain officers and compensatory arrangements.

What else is included in this AMC Networks (AMCX) 8-K filing?

The filing includes an exhibit listing for the Cover Page Interactive Data File (Exhibit 104) embedded within the Inline XBRL document.