Disney+’s new ESPN tile and hub are launching today, providing a centralized platform for bundle subscribers with ESPN+ as well as bringing some ESPN content to core Disney+ customers.
What’s Happening:
- After the successful launch of a Hulu tile, Disney+ is now introducing a new ESPN tile and hub.
- This new feature will provide a centralized location for a variety of ESPN+ streaming sports content, enabling subscribers to enjoy sports, general entertainment, and programming for children and families, all within a single app.
- Subscribers to the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ bundle in the U.S. will enjoy a seamless viewing experience with content through the Disney+ app.
- ESPN+ offers access to over 30,000 live sports events each year, including MLB, WNBA, college sports, tennis, and golf.
- Subscribers also enjoy on-demand replays and original content, now available on Disney+ for eligible bundle customers.
- The addition of ESPN to Disney+ will improve the platform's offerings and set the stage for a broader range of sports content in the U.S. in anticipation of the anticipated launch of ESPN's direct-to-consumer service in Fall 2025.
Hulu and ESPN Content for Disney+ Standalone Subscribers:
- Today’s launch also introduces a new feature for Disney+ standalone subscribers as the Hulu and ESPN tiles will be displayed for all.
- Standalone Disney+ subscribers will have access to select live sports events, studio programs, and ESPN Films from ESPN+.
- These customers can also see a curated collection of Hulu series and films.
- Upcoming ESPN+ offerings include The Simpsons Funday Football, five NBA games on Christmas Day, select 30 For 30 documentaries, and Day one coverage of the Australian Open.
- Meanwhile, at launch, Hulu will also offer a selection of hit films (including Dawn of the Planet of the Apes) as well as such television titles as
What They’re Saying:
- Alisa Bowen, President of Disney+: “This launch really puts a cherry on top of a fantastic year of innovation at Disney+. Earlier in the year, we made Hulu available in the Disney+ app, and now we’re doing the same for ESPN+. This gives our bundle subscribers one place to consume everything they love from all our brands.”
- John Lasker, Senior Vice President of ESPN+: Fans will be able to experience the difference right away. In the first 90 days, bundle subscribers should expect 5,000 live events, including NBA, NHL, College Basketball, and Australian Open. Also, new originals from 30 for 30 and ESPN Original Series.”
- Alisa Bowen, President of Disney+: “One of the things I’m most excited about with this launch is that we’re also making the ESPN and Hulu tiles visible to all subscribers. That means, for our Disney+ standalone subscribers, they’ll have a really easy way to discover everything we offer from these two incredible brands, and have the ability to upgrade their subscription for the full bundle experience.”
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