Leaked Disney Memo Suggests Standalone Hulu App’s Possible Discontinuation

Disney’s plans for Hulu are shifting, according to a leaked memo. Despite recent assurances that the standalone Hulu app was here to stay, it seems Disney is now eyeing a transition. Business Insider revealed that Disney intends to merge Hulu’s content and features into its Disney+ platform by the end of 2026, ultimately phasing out the Hulu app once all users have made the switch. Internal sources suggest that Hulu has not been a focus for new features or development at Disney. While Disney has hinted at combining Hulu and Disney+ into a single app in the past, this leak raises questions about the company’s transparency.

However, there may be a silver lining for Hulu subscribers. Disney is considering maintaining separate subscriptions and bundle packages to cater to different content preferences and revenue streams. This means that die-hard Hulu fans may not be forced to upgrade their subscriptions to access Disney+ content, should the Hulu app eventually disappear.