Disney+ and Hulu Bundle Deal: Complete Breakdown [2025]

Q: What happens to my subscription after the promotional month ends?

After one month at $10, your subscription automatically renews at the regular price of $13/month for the ad-supported bundle. You'll be charged the new amount unless you cancel before the renewal date. Set a calendar reminder to cancel if you don't want to continue at full price.

Q: How does this deal compare to the Black Friday offer from last year?

Last year's Black Friday deal offered $5/month for 12 months (total $60/year). This deal offers $10 for one month. The Black Friday offer was significantly better if you were willing to commit for a year. This current offer is better for people who just want to test the services for one month without long-term commitment.

Streaming services have become the modern cable alternative, but the costs keep creeping up. When you're juggling multiple subscriptions, the monthly bills add up fast. That's why bundle deals matter. Disney+ and Hulu just dropped a promotion that cuts

3 off their combined ad-supported tier for one month, bringing it down to

10 instead of the usual $13. Sounds simple, but there's more to unpack here.

The real question isn't just whether $10 is a good price. It's whether this deal actually makes sense for your household, how it stacks up against past promotions, and what you're actually getting for that money. Let's dig into it.

What You're Getting: The Disney+ and Hulu Ad-Supported Bundle

Disney+ and Hulu together create one of the most comprehensive streaming libraries available. This isn't just about nostalgia or kids' content anymore.

Disney+ is the home of everything under the Disney umbrella. That means the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe, every Star Wars property, Pixar films, National Geographic documentaries, and the latest theatrical releases from Disney Studios. Want to rewatch The Lion King? Stream all of it. Need to catch up on the latest Marvel series? It's there. This service alone justifies the subscription for households with kids or Marvel fans.

Hulu fills a completely different niche. While Disney+ focuses on family-friendly and franchise content, Hulu is where the prestige TV lives. Series like The Bear, The Handmaid's Tale, Only Murders in the Building, and FX originals dominate the platform. You also get next-day streaming of ABC and FX network shows, which is clutch if you've cut the cable cord but still want to follow primetime television.

The bundle pairs these two together. You're not getting a watered-down version of each service. You get full access to both libraries, just with advertisements mixed in.

Why the Ad-Supported Tier Matters

Ads are the trade-off here. The ad-supported tier means you'll see commercials before and during content. Most viewers report it's similar to traditional broadcast television, though occasionally they repeat. It's not ideal, but it saves you money.

The ad-free versions cost significantly more. Disney+ Premium (ad-free) runs

13.99/month</a>, and <a href="https://www.hulu.com/pricing" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hulu (ad-free) costs

17.99/month. Paying separately for both ad-free tiers would run you about

32/month. This

10 bundle is roughly a third of that cost.

QUICK TIP: Test the ad-supported tier for a month first. Many subscribers find the ads tolerable and stick with it long-term. You can always upgrade later if the ads bother you.

What's Not Included in the Bundle

It's worth noting what you're missing with just this bundle. Disney+ also offers a premium tier with 4K streaming and simultaneous streams on multiple devices. The ad-supported tier caps out at standard HD and fewer concurrent streams. If you live in a household where multiple people want to watch at the same time, this becomes important.

Similarly, Hulu's ad-free tier includes features like the ability to download episodes for offline viewing. The ad-supported tier allows downloads, but with limitations.

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Monthly Cost Comparison: Disney+ and Hulu Plans

The ad-supported bundle offers significant savings compared to ad-free options, with Disney+ and Hulu ad-free plans costing nearly double.

The Math: Is $10 Actually a Deal?

Let's break down the actual savings. The ad-supported tier normally costs

13/month for the bundle. This deal brings it to

10 for one month. That's a $3 savings on a single payment.

If we annualize it, a

3 monthly discount would save you

36/year. Not life-changing, but meaningful if you're watching carefully.

Here's where context matters. If you're comparing this to paying for services separately:

\text{Individual Cost} = Disney+ (\$7.99) + Hulu (\$7.99) = \$15.98/\text{month}

\text{Bundle Cost (Deal)} = \$10/\text{month}

\text{Monthly Savings} = \$15.98 - \$10 = \$5.98/\text{month}

That's a 37% savings compared to paying for each service individually at their standard ad-supported rates. Over a year, that would total about $72 in savings.

DID YOU KNOW: The average American household now pays $160+ per month across all streaming subscriptions combined. That's nearly $2,000 per year, which is approaching what traditional cable used to cost.

How This Compares to Past Promotions

Here's the honest part: this isn't the best deal Disney has offered. Last year's Black Friday promotion offered the same bundle for $5/month for an entire year. That was genuinely exceptional.

Compare the two:

Offer	Price	Duration	Total Cost
Black Friday 2024	$5/month	12 months	$60
Current Deal (Q1 2025)	$10/month	1 month	$10

The Black Friday deal was roughly 33% better than this current offer. If you missed it, you'd be paying more now. But if you're new to the services or just want to test them out, this month-long option is lower commitment than an annual plan.

QUICK TIP: If you're considering this deal, ask yourself: will I keep the subscription after this month? If yes, factor in the full annual cost. If you're just testing it out, the short-term commitment is perfect.

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The Black Friday 2024 deal was significantly more cost-effective, offering a 50% lower total annual cost compared to the current Q1 2025 offer.

The Disney+ Content Library: What's Actually There

Before you commit even $10, let's be specific about what you can actually watch on Disney+.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is the biggest draw. All 31 MCU films are available, plus the Disney+ exclusive series like Loki, Wanda Vision, The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, and the newer shows like Agatha All Along. If you're into Marvel, this alone is worth the price.

Star Wars is equally comprehensive. Every mainline film, all the spin-off films, and the original and new series like The Mandalorian, Andor, and The Acolyte. Plus The Clone Wars animated series.

Pixar and animated content dominate. That's Inside Out, Coco, Toy Story, The Incredibles, Finding Nemo—basically every major Pixar property plus a massive vault of classic Disney animation.

National Geographic documentaries provide non-fiction content. Series covering space, nature, history, and exploration give you educational content beyond just entertainment.

New theatrical releases arrive faster on Disney+ now. Films like Deadpool & Wolverine hit the service within 4-6 months of theatrical release, which is aggressive by industry standards.

The Hulu Advantage: Premium Television

Hulu is where this bundle gets interesting for adults who've cut cable. The Bear is the flagship prestige series. It won multiple Emmys and critical acclaim. Watching a fine-dining chef deal with his family's Chicago Italian restaurant is genuinely great television.

The Handmaid's Tale continues to produce compelling drama. Only Murders in the Building pairs Selena Gomez, Steve Martin, and Martin Short investigating crimes in their apartment building. It's witty, smart, and addictive.

FX originals dominate Hulu's catalog. That means access to shows like Shōgun, Shogun, Feud, The Bear, Atlanta, and Fargo. These are often the same quality as HBO's catalog but with a different flavor.

Next-day episodes of primetime TV matter more than you'd think. Every ABC and FX show drops a new episode on Hulu the day after it airs. If you had cable, you'd record these anyway. Streaming them commercial-free (well, with ads you can skip) is actually more convenient.

Comedy and documentaries fill out the rest. stand-up specials, unscripted reality shows, and investigative documentaries give you variety beyond scripted dramas.

Content for Different Demographics

Family households get value because Disney+ handles the kids content. Parents can set up separate profiles with parental controls. Meanwhile, Hulu serves the adults in the same household.

Couple without kids? Hulu becomes the main draw. The prestige content is genuinely sophisticated.

Single streamers benefit from access to both if you enjoy variety. Some nights you want to rewatch Star Wars. Other nights you want to sink into prestige drama.

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Who Should Actually Take This Deal

This promotion works for specific situations. Let's be clear about who benefits most.

New subscribers are the obvious target. If you've never tried either service, $10 for a month of access to both is a low-risk way to evaluate them. You can cancel anytime without penalty.

Lapsed subscribers also win here. If you cancelled either service months ago, this gets you back in at a discounted rate. You can catch up on everything you missed and decide if it's worth staying.

Cable cutters who haven't pulled the trigger yet use this as a testing ground. Want to see if you can live without cable news and sports? A month of Hulu helps you evaluate.

Households wanting a single family subscription get the most value. Kids on Disney+, adults on Hulu, shared profiles for everyone. That's genuine multi-generational appeal.

Who Should Skip It

Some people shouldn't bother.

Existing subscribers paying the normal

13/month rate get a one-month discount but nothing transformative. You're saving

3 on a single payment. Unless the discount applies to renewal, you're back to full price.

Ad-avoiders who refuse to watch commercials should skip this. The ad-supported tier is the whole point of the discount. If you need ad-free, the price jumps significantly and kills the deal.

Sports fans might be disappointed. Neither service carries live sports. ESPN+ is separate (though often bundled with Disney+), and NFL+ and other league apps require additional subscriptions.

DID YOU KNOW: Disney owns a controlling stake in Hulu (now fully acquired), which is why these companies offer such tight bundle pricing. They're essentially negotiating with themselves.

Monthly Costs of Streaming Services with Promotions

Disney+/Hulu bundle offers a competitive price at $10/month, providing a 37% discount compared to individual subscriptions. Estimated data for Max promotional average.

How This Bundle Fits Into Your Overall Streaming Strategy

This is where strategy matters. Nobody needs just Disney+ and Hulu. Most people need a foundation, then layer on specific services for specific interests.

The base layer is usually either Netflix or Disney+/Hulu. Netflix dominates with breadth. Disney+/Hulu dominates with brand loyalty and family content.

Add-on services depend on your interests. If you want prestige drama beyond Hulu, add HBO Max or Peacock. If you want documentaries beyond National Geographic, Max has extensive options.

Niche services round things out. Sports fans add ESPN+. Music lovers add Music Box or similar. Anime fans add Crunchyroll.

The Disney+/Hulu bundle at

10 becomes a no-brainer addition to any base streaming diet. Even if you have Netflix as your primary, adding Disney+ and Hulu for

10/month expands your library significantly.

The Real Cost of Streaming Fragmentation

Here's what frustrates people. In the early 2020s, streaming services promoted themselves as cheaper alternatives to cable. One service, $15/month. But everyone wanted a streaming service, so now you need five or six to get the content you want.

Pay

10 for Disney+/Hulu. Add

15 for Netflix. Add

16 for Max. Add

13 for Paramount+. Add

10 for Apple TV+. Suddenly you're at

64/month just for mainstream services.

Bundles help address this. The Disney+/Hulu combo brings two services to

10 instead of

16 separately. It's not a perfect solution, but it's better than paying à la carte.

Technical Details: Streaming Quality and Devices

When you subscribe to the ad-supported bundle, what quality do you actually get?

Video quality on the ad-supported tier maxes out at 1080p (Full HD). The premium ad-free tier supports 4K on both services. For most people, 1080p is sufficient. On smaller screens like phones or tablets, you won't notice the difference from 4K. On 55-inch TVs and larger, some people notice, but not dramatically.

Audio quality is standard stereo on both services. Neither offers Dolby Atmos on the ad-supported tier. If home theater audio matters to you, the ad-free tier upgrades this.

Simultaneous streams are limited. Disney+ allows two streams at once on the ad-supported tier (four on premium). Hulu allows one stream on ad-supported, two on ad-free. If you have a household where multiple people watch simultaneously, this matters.

Device compatibility is broad. Both services work on phones, tablets, smart TVs, streaming devices, and web browsers. Roku, Apple TV, Google TV, and Fire TV all support both apps.

QUICK TIP: Check device compatibility before subscribing. While support is broad, older devices or specific smart TV models sometimes lack updated apps. Go to the service's website and verify your specific device.

Download Capability

Both services let you download episodes on the ad-supported tier, but with restrictions. You get limited offline content, typically enough for a few days of viewing. The ad-free tier removes these restrictions.

For frequent travelers, offline downloads matter. The ad-supported tier works if you download before you leave and don't watch excessive amounts offline.

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New subscribers and households with families are the primary beneficiaries of the $10 deal, each making up around 25-30% of the target audience. Estimated data.

Here's where Disney+ and Hulu make it easy. You get one primary account and multiple profiles.

Profiles allow family members to have personalized watchlists and recommendations. Kids' profiles include parental controls, limiting content to age-appropriate material.

Parental controls work through PIN-protected settings. You can restrict content by rating (G, PG, PG-13, R, etc.) or disable certain titles entirely.

Personalized recommendations improve based on what each profile watches. So your 8-year-old won't get recommended Marvel R-rated content, and your teenager won't get recommended Disney Junior shows.

Password sharing policies have tightened across the industry. Both services technically restrict account sharing to household members. Sharing with friends outside your home violates terms of service. In practice, enforcement is loose, but technically you shouldn't do it.

QUICK TIP: If you're sharing an account with extended family, Disney and Hulu allow you to set up separate profiles with their own login credentials, which simplifies management and helps with personalization.

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The Fine Print: What You Need to Know Before Subscribing

Promos always have terms and conditions. This one does too.

Eligibility is for new subscribers and eligible returning subscribers. That typically means you haven't had an active subscription in the last 60 days. If you cancelled a month ago, you probably qualify. If you cancelled yesterday, you might not.

Auto-renewal is the gotcha in most promotions. The

10 price is locked for one month. After that, you're automatically charged the regular price (

13/month for the ad-supported bundle) unless you cancel. The company banks on people forgetting to cancel and continuing at full price.

Cancellation can be done anytime before the renewal date. Most people can cancel through their account settings or by calling customer service. It's straightforward, but you have to remember to do it.

Terms apply to the specific bundle plan. If you upgrade to a different tier, those terms might not carry over. If you downgrade, similarly, new terms apply.

After the Promo: What's Next?

Once this month ends, here's what happens:

If you do nothing, you're automatically charged $13/month for the ad-supported bundle. That becomes your new recurring charge.

If you want to pause, most streaming services let you put an account on hold for a few months. Disney+ and Hulu allow this, typically for up to three months.

If you want to switch tiers, you can upgrade to the ad-free bundle or downgrade to individual services.

If you want to cancel entirely, you can do so and lose access after the current billing period ends.

DID YOU KNOW: Studies show that approximately 30-40% of streaming subscribers pay for services they don't actively use, primarily because they forget to cancel and auto-renewal charges them. This is why subscription management is becoming a bigger deal.

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Estimated data suggests that 50% of subscribers continue at full price after the promo ends, while 20% switch tiers, 20% cancel, and 10% pause their subscription.

Comparing This Deal to Other Streaming Promotions

How does Disney's deal stack up against what competitors are offering?

Netflix rarely runs promotions. Their basic plan is

6.99/month with ads, or

15.49/month ad-free. No discounts.

Max (HBO's service) occasionally runs

10-

15 monthly promos for new subscribers. Similar structure to Disney's deal.

Paramount+ bundles with other services. You can get Paramount+ as part of certain cable packages or through offers like $6/month for three months.

Apple TV+ is priced at $9.99/month but often comes free with Apple device purchases or Apple One subscriptions.

Amazon Prime Video costs $14.99/month standalone, but many people already pay for Prime (free shipping, faster delivery) and get streaming as a bonus.

In this context, $10 for the Disney+/Hulu bundle is competitive. It's not the absolute cheapest service available, but per library quality, it's excellent value.

The Bundle Advantage

Bundles inherently provide better value than services individually. By packaging Disney+ and Hulu together, Disney saves you

6/month compared to paying for each separately at ad-supported rates. That's a 37% discount built into the bundle, on top of this promotional

3 discount.

Competing services recognize this, which is why Max, Paramount+, and others all have bundle options. The industry is moving toward bundles because consumers prefer them.

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Subscription Decision Framework

Let's create a simple framework for whether you should take this deal.

Step 1: Assess your content interests. Do you want Marvel, Star Wars, and animated content (Disney+)? Do you want prestige drama and network TV (Hulu)? If yes to both, this bundle makes sense.

Step 2: Check your current subscriptions. Do you already have this bundle? If yes, you'll pay

10 this month and

13 next month. Not transformative. If no, you're adding new content.

Step 3: Evaluate your household size. Do multiple people watch simultaneously? The ad-supported tier limits concurrent streams. If this is a problem, you'd need to upgrade, which kills the deal.

Step 4: Assess your ads tolerance. Can you live with commercials for a month? This is the real trade-off. If ads drive you crazy, skip it.

Step 5: Set a cancellation reminder. If you're subscribing for just this promo, set a calendar reminder to cancel before the next billing period. Don't let auto-renewal charge you full price.

QUICK TIP: If you decide to take this deal, set a phone reminder for 25 days from now to cancel before auto-renewal. Most people miss the window and pay full price accidentally.

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The Bigger Picture: Where Streaming Is Headed

This promo is a snapshot of how the streaming industry is evolving.

Consolidation is real. Five years ago, there were dozens of competing streaming services. Now Disney, Netflix, Amazon, and a few others dominate. Smaller services either shut down, got acquired, or merged.

Bundles are becoming default. Rather than selling individual services, the industry is moving toward bundles. Disney+ bundles with Hulu and ESPN+. Netflix is exploring bundle options. YouTube TV bundles with Premium. Bundles are the future.

Ads are inevitable. The race to free or cheap tiers means services need ad revenue. Expect more ad-supported tier growth.

Price increases are ongoing. Even with promotions, subscription costs have risen dramatically. Netflix's ad-free tier hit nearly $23/month. Expect further increases as services invest in content.

Churn will increase. As prices rise and people hit subscription fatigue, expect more people cancelling services monthly. Promos like this are designed to reduce churn.

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Actionable Steps: How to Get This Deal

If you've decided to take advantage of this promotion, here's how:

Go to Disney's promotional page or the Hulu offer page.
Select the Disney+ and Hulu ad-supported bundle tier. Make sure it's specifically the bundle, not individual services.
Enter your email address or create a Disney account if you don't have one.
Enter payment information. The charge will be $10 for the first month.
Confirm the subscription. You'll get immediate access to both services.
Download the apps on your devices (phone, tablet, TV, etc.).
Create profiles for household members.
Set a cancellation reminder for 25 days from today if you don't want to continue at full price.

QUICK TIP: If you have an existing Disney account from previous purchases, use that same account. It streamlines the process and keeps your Disney ecosystem connected.

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Common Questions People Ask About This Deal

Let's address the questions that come up frequently.

Can I upgrade to ad-free after this month? Yes. The promo locks in the ad-supported bundle price for one month. After that, you can upgrade to the ad-free bundle or individual ad-free services anytime.

Does this promo stack with other offers? Typically no. Promotional codes usually can't be combined. If you have another Disney offer, you'd need to choose one.

What if I already have one service but not the other? Good question. Some promotions allow you to add services to existing accounts, others don't. Check the fine print on Disney's page before signing up.

Is this deal available everywhere? The availability varies by region. This promotion is confirmed for the US. International availability might differ, so check your regional Disney or Hulu site.

Will this promo repeat? Disney runs promotions seasonally. Black Friday, back-to-school, holiday seasons all see deals. This won't repeat monthly, but similar deals will likely return.

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FAQ

What makes the Disney+ and Hulu bundle different from competing services?

The bundle combines family-friendly premium content (Disney+) with prestige television and network shows (Hulu) in one subscription. Netflix focuses on originals and catalog breadth but lacks the Marvel and Star Wars libraries. Max emphasizes premium HBO content but lacks the breadth of family content. This bundle is unique in serving both family viewers and adults in one package.

How does the ad-supported tier work on these services?

The ad-supported tier means commercials play before and during episodes, similar to traditional television. Most ads run 15-30 seconds and are skippable on some content. You'll typically see 4-8 minutes of ads per hour of content. This is the trade-off for the reduced price compared to ad-free tiers.

What happens to my subscription after the promotional month ends?

After one month at

10, your subscription automatically renews at the regular price of

13/month for the ad-supported bundle. You'll be charged the new amount unless you cancel before the renewal date. Set a calendar reminder to cancel if you don't want to continue at full price.

Can I share this account with family members outside my home?

Technically, both services restrict account sharing to household members only. In practice, enforcement is loose, but sharing with friends or extended family outside your home violates the terms of service. Using separate profiles within your household is allowed and recommended.

What video quality do I get with the ad-supported tier?

The ad-supported tier streams at 1080p (Full HD) maximum resolution. The ad-free premium tier supports 4K on both services. For most devices like phones, tablets, and standard 1080p TVs, 1080p quality is sufficient and looks good. Only on large 4K TVs (55 inches and larger) will you notice a quality difference.

Is there a contract or early cancellation fee?

No. Both Disney+ and Hulu operate month-to-month. You can cancel anytime without penalty. Once you cancel, you lose access at the end of your current billing period. There's no early termination fee or lock-in period.

How many people can watch simultaneously on the ad-supported tier?

On Disney+, the ad-supported tier allows two simultaneous streams. On Hulu, it allows one simultaneous stream. If your household has more than two people wanting to watch at the same time, you'd need to upgrade to the ad-free tier (four simultaneous streams on Disney+, two on Hulu) or have people watch at different times.

Can I download content to watch offline with the ad-supported tier?

Yes, both services allow downloads on the ad-supported tier, but with limitations. You can download a limited number of titles for offline viewing, typically enough for a few days of watching. The ad-free tier removes these download restrictions, allowing you to download more content and keep it longer.

What devices are compatible with this bundle?

Both Disney+ and Hulu work on phones (iOS and Android), tablets, computers (Windows and Mac), smart TVs, streaming devices like Roku and Fire TV, Apple TV, Google TV, and web browsers. Check the service's device compatibility page to confirm your specific device is supported.

How does this deal compare to the Black Friday offer from last year?

Last year's Black Friday deal offered

5/month for 12 months (total

60/year). This deal offers $10 for one month. The Black Friday offer was significantly better if you were willing to commit for a year. This current offer is better for people who just want to test the services for one month without long-term commitment.

If I cancel and then resubscribe later, do I get the promo again?

Promotional eligibility typically requires you to be a new subscriber or to have not had an active subscription for 60+ days. If you cancel this month and wait several months, you might qualify for future promotions. But there's no guarantee the same $10 deal will be available then.

Final Thoughts: Is This Worth Your Money?

The simple answer is yes, for the right person. If you want access to Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, prestige drama, and network television in one place, $10 for your first month is a no-brainer entry point.

The catch is what happens after. When auto-renewal kicks in at

13/month, that's

156/year. Whether that's worth it depends on how much you actually watch. If you're someone who streams regularly and cycles between different shows, it's solid value. If you're binge-watching one series every six months, it might not justify staying subscribed.

Think of it this way: if you watch just 10 hours of content per month, that breaks down to

1.30 per hour of entertainment. Movie ticket prices are

15-$20 per two-hour experience. Streaming is dramatically cheaper on a per-hour basis.

The Disney+/Hulu bundle lands in a sweet spot. It's not the cheapest streaming service (that's either ad-supported Netflix or ad-supported plans from competitors). But it's not the most expensive either. And the content breadth is exceptional.

If you've been on the fence about either service, this promo removes the barrier to entry. Spend $10 to test it. If you hate it, cancel before the next charge. If you love it, you're locked in at a solid price point.

The streaming landscape keeps evolving. Prices will likely continue climbing. Bundles will become more important. And promotions like this will remain rare enough to be worth taking advantage of.

So yes, take the deal. Try the services. Make your decision with real usage data rather than guessing. That's worth the $10.

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Key Takeaways

The Disney+/Hulu ad-supported bundle runs
$10 for one month (usually$
13), saving $3 on that first payment
Compared to paying for services individually, the bundle saves $5.98/month (37% discount), even before the promotional pricing
Disney+ offers Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar content, and latest theatrical releases, while Hulu features prestige drama and next-day network TV episodes
Ad-supported tier streams at 1080p with limited simultaneous streams (2 on Disney+, 1 on Hulu), while premium tiers support 4K and more concurrent viewers
After the promotional month, auto-renewal charges the regular $13/month rate unless you cancel, so set a reminder before the renewal date