Disney Plus simplifies the lives of Hulu subscribers
Disney Plus takes a major step towards merging with Hulu by introducing a beta feature that seamlessly directs users to a variety of Hulu programs A game-changing move for subscribers, making their streaming experience easier and more consolidated
Disney+ users are now being directed to Hulu programming, bringing the two streaming services one step closer to a unified app. The imminent merger of Hulu and Disney+ has further blurred the line between the two platforms.
Disney CEO Bob Iger announced in May that the long-separate Hulu app would be merged with Disney+ by 2024. Today, users are noticing the beginning stages of the merger as Hulu properties are starting to appear on Disney+.
Disney+ adds Hulu in beta offering, beginning app merger
As per the report from THR, Disney+ has introduced a new Hulu section on its homepage. This section provides access to Hulu programming, making it the first time that Hulu content has been featured on the Disney+ app.
The Hulu tile is currently only available to existing Hulu subscribers who use the same e-mail for their Hulu and Disney+ accounts. According to THR, existing subscriptions will not be impacted. For example, users paying for ad-free Disney+ will not automatically have an ad-free Hulu account.
The highly anticipated merger has finally shown its first signs, indicating that popular shows like Only Murders in the Building will soon be accessible through Disney+.
The merger has been in the works for quite some time. Hulu, which originally started as a free web streaming service in 2007, is owned by The Walt Disney Company and has functioned as a separate platform primarily focused on streaming television content. This includes network favorites like Family Guy and It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia, as well as original series like Only Murders in the Building and Letterkenny.
Comcast’s $8 billion buyout of Hulu has cleared the way for Disney to take complete control of the service. The planned merger of Disney+ with Hulu aims to simplify the subscription process and expand viewing choices, while also enhancing the service’s advertising potential. The complete integration of the apps is expected to be completed by March 2024, but users can continue to subscribe to Hulu and Disney+ separately for now.
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled about the news of Disney Plus simplifying the lives of Hulu subscribers. This merger has been long-awaited, and it will make it much easier for me to access my favorite shows and movies from both platforms. I'm particularly excited about the possibility of watching popular Hulu shows like "Only Murders in the Building" on Disney Plus, as I've heard great things about them.
The merger also makes sense from a business perspective. By combining the two services, Disney can streamline its operations and offer a more comprehensive streaming experience to its customers. This will likely lead to increased subscriptions and revenue for the company. Overall, I believe that the merger of Disney Plus and Hulu is a positive development that will benefit both consumers and Disney.
