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Disney raises subscription prices for Disney+ and Hulu tiers

Monthly rates for standalone ad-free services increase by $2.50 while ad-supported plans rise slightly.

The short version

  • Disney increased the cost of Disney+ and Hulu standalone tiers and bundled packages, marking the fourth round of price hikes in four years.[TechCrunch · CNET]
  • Standalone ad-free subscriptions rose from $18.99 to $21.49 monthly, while ad-supported plans increased to $12.49.[TechCrunch · CNET]
  • The new pricing takes effect on Wednesday for new subscribers, with existing users seeing adjustments on their subsequent billing cycle.[CNET]
  • Disney is also reportedly exploring alternative options, including a potential free tier for Disney+.[TechCrunch]

Key facts

  • Ad-free standalone plans for Disney+ and Hulu increased by $2.50 to $21.49 per month.[TechCrunch · CNET]
  • The ad-free bundle of Disney+ and Hulu increased from $19.99 to $21.99 per month.[TechCrunch · CNET]
  • Ad-supported standalone options for Disney+ and Hulu rose to $12.49 each, up from $12.[TechCrunch · CNET]
  • The rate hikes take effect on Wednesday for incoming subscribers and will appear on current users' next bills.[CNET]
  • This adjustment represents the fourth time in four years that Disney+ and Hulu have raised service prices.[CNET]

What remains uncertain

  • Whether or when Disney will officially implement an ad-supported free tier for Disney+ remains unconfirmed.[TechCrunch]

Sources

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