Disney is raising subscription prices for its streaming services Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ in the U.S., effective October 17, the company announced Tuesday.
The ad-supported Disney+ tier will increase from $7.99 to $9.99 per month, and the ad-free tier will rise from $10.99 to $15.99 per month.
Hulu's ad-supported tier will increase from $7.99 to $9.99 per month, and the ad-free tier will rise from $14.99 to $18.99 per month.
ESPN+ pricing will increase from $9.99 to $11.99 per month.
Disney is offering bundle deals with Disney+, Hulu, and Max (formerly HBO Max) for better value.
Additional perks include continuous playlists, ABC News Live, and curated preschool content playlists on Disney+.
Disney has been cracking down on password sharing and introduced Standard and Premium subscription tiers in Singapore last year.
The price increases are expected to be implemented globally, though specific details for specific regions have not been announced yet.
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