New Pricing for Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN: Everything You Should Know

Get ready for some changes to your favorite streaming services as Disney announces new pricing for Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN starting this week. The biggest increase is happening with Hulu’s live TV service, but most plans are going up by $2 to $3.

Starting Tuesday, you’ll see the new rates reflected in standalone subscriptions for Disney Plus, Hulu, and ESPN, as well as various bundles and Hulu’s live TV platform, Hulu Plus Live TV. The last time Disney raised prices for its streaming services was in October 2024, so this is the latest update in their pricing strategy.

Existing subscribers to the affected plans will see the new rates on their bills this week, while new subscribers can sign up at the updated prices starting on Tuesday. The pricing changes affect both Disney Plus standalone plans, with a rise of a few dollars, but Hulu’s live TV subscriptions will see the most significant increase overall.

For a detailed breakdown of the upcoming price changes:
– Disney Plus: Previous price with ads was $10, new price is $12, while the ad-free plan was $16 and is now increasing to $19.
– Hulu: Previous price was $10, going up to $12, while the price for the ad-free version remains unchanged at $19.
– ESPN Select: Increasing from $12 to $13.
– Various bundles are also seeing price changes, so make sure to check if your plan is affected.

Legacy subscribers with specific bundles will see their monthly costs adjusted as well. Pricing will stay the same for certain subscriptions, while other plans, like Hulu’s ad-free option and select bundles, will remain unaffected by the price changes.

With these new rates, Disney’s streaming services will be in line with competitors like Peacock, Apple TV Plus, and HBO Max. The live TV service from Hulu will be priced similarly to cable TV packages, but without the long-term contract. Other streaming services like Netflix, Peacock, and Apple TV Plus have also increased their pricing this year, so these changes are part of a broader trend in the industry.

Keep an eye on your email for notifications about how the pricing adjustments will impact your current subscription. If you’re looking to sign up for any of these services, be sure to take note of the new rates starting this week.