Disney+ announces Price Hikes Amid Hulu Launch
While Disney+ has been buzzing about its global rollout of hulu, the streaming service is also gearing up for some price adjustments. Recent reports from The Canadian Press reveal that starting in November, Canadians will see an increase in their Disney+ subscription fees by as much as $3, depending on the plan they choose. Here’s how the new pricing breaks down:
- Disney+ standard wiht Ads — $8.99/month (no change)
- Disney+ Standard (ad-free) — $15.99/month (up from $12.99/month)
- Disney+ Premium (ad-free) — $16.99/month (previously $15.99/month)
You can find these updated prices already applied to new monthly subscriptions effective September 30 on Disney's official site. For those who are already subscribed to a monthly plan, expect to see this price adjustment reflected on your bill starting November 4. Annual subscribers will notice changes beginning November 25.
A Broader Trend: Price Increases Across Markets
This isn’t just a Canadian issue; Disney first revealed plans for a price hike in the U.S. at the end of September and is now rolling out similar increases across Canada, the U.K., and other regions.
The last time Disney+ raised its prices in Canada was last October when all three subscription tiers saw an increase of $1 each—marking it as their second hike within that year.
The Impact of Hulu's Arrival on Canadian Viewers
This shift means that while viewers may enjoy access to familiar content under a new name, there won’t be any major additions or alterations to what’s currently offered in Canada.
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