Hulu App Shutdown: What to Know About the Hulu-Disney+ Merger

concerts, festivals, comedy shows, or must-watch TV series, she’s got you covered. Disney fans, get ready! Disney has officially announced that Disney+ and Hulu will be joining forces and merging into one streamlined streaming app by the end of 2026. This news comes straight from Disney Chief Executive Bob Iger during the company’s recent earnings call. Although the exact launch date is still up in the air, we can expect the combined app to be ready for action by the end of the year, rather than the earlier timeframe initially suggested.

But what does this mean for Hulu users? Don’t worry, Hulu isn’t disappearing overnight! Disney has not set a specific shutdown date for the Hulu app yet. You can continue using Hulu as its own standalone app on most platforms. And here’s a fun fact – a lot of Hulu’s shows and movies are already available on Disney+ through a special Hulu hub. So, you might even find some of your favorite Hulu content waiting for you on Disney+.

While we wait for the big merge, Disney is still offering some sweet bundled subscriptions. The Disney+ and Hulu bundle gives you both services (with or without ads) at a lower combined cost. You can get both with ads for $12.99 per month, or go ad-free for $19.99 per month. And for a limited time, eligible users can snag the first month of the Disney+ and Hulu bundle (With Ads) for just $9.99 – that’s a 58% savings!

Disney also has bundles that throw ESPN into the mix, offering a mix of movies, shows, and sports in one subscription package. The ad-supported bundle starts at $35.99 per month, giving you plenty of entertainment options for your viewing pleasure.

So, while we eagerly await the arrival of the new, unified Disney+ and Hulu app, there’s still plenty of exciting content to explore and enjoy across both platforms. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting merger as Disney continues to make streaming entertainment even more magical.