The holiday shopping season always seems to flip a switch for streaming companies, and this year is no different. Black Friday has become a crucial moment for platforms trying to bring in new viewers, especially now that competition feels tighter and password-sharing crackdowns are becoming pretty routine. Prices for the standard monthly plans have been rising too, so these holiday deals land at a time when a lot of people are already recalculating their budgets.
Key Takeaways
- Disney+ and Hulu Bundle: New and eligible returning subscribers can get the Basic Duo bundle with ads at a heavily discounted monthly price for a full year.
- Max Deal: Warner Bros. Discovery is offering its ad-supported plan at a low monthly rate for 12 months, a major drop from the standard price.
- Peacock Annual Offer: Peacock is discounting its Premium annual plan significantly for new subscribers.
- Offer Details: Most Black Friday streaming deals apply only to ad-supported tiers and often require a full 6- or 12-month commitment to unlock the savings.
Disney has stepped forward with one of the more striking offers. New and eligible returning customers can grab the Disney Bundle Duo Basic plan, which includes Disney+ and Hulu with ads, for $4.99 per month for 12 months. It is less than half of what the two normally cost together. The bundle gives access to Disney’s entire library, everything from Marvel and Star Wars to Pixar and the classic animated titles many of us grew up with. Hulu adds next-day TV and originals like The Bear and Only Murders in the Building, which makes the bundle feel surprisingly full. It does make you wonder, though, whether most people will even have time to watch everything they suddenly have available.
Max is rolling out a substantial promotion too. New and eligible returning users can subscribe to the Max Basic with Ads plan for $2.99 per month for the first 12 months. Considering the standard price is $10.99, that is more than 70 percent off. Max still stands out for its mix of Warner Bros., HBO, and Discovery titles, which include award winning series like The Last of Us and Succession as well as a lineup of major films. It is the sort of deal that might appeal to viewers who left the service for a while and were waiting for a reason to come back.
Peacock is offering something a bit different with its annual promotion. New subscribers can get the Peacock Premium tier with ads for $19.99 for a full year instead of the regular $79.99. That 75 percent discount is hard to overlook if you like classic NBC shows such as The Office or you follow Premier League soccer and NFL Sunday Night Football. Peacock also has a growing list of original series. It sometimes feels like a quieter service compared to the others, but this pricing could nudge more people to try it.
Apple TV+ is participating in Black Friday as well, although its approach is slightly more limited. New and qualified returning subscribers can sign up for $5.99 per month for their first six months, half of the usual $12.99 monthly rate. Apple TV+ continues to build its reputation on high quality originals like Ted Lasso and Severance, and the ad free experience is something people often comment on. The shorter promotional window might make some viewers hesitate, but six months is still enough time to get through a good portion of its biggest shows.
For anyone thinking about taking advantage of these deals, it helps to go over the details carefully. Most of the offers return to the regular price once the promotional period ends, usually after a year. These Black Friday discounts make it easy to explore a wide mix of content at a low upfront cost, but it is worth setting a reminder, so you are not surprised later when the renewal date arrives. It happens to more people than they like to admit, especially during the holiday rush when new subscriptions can pile up quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Black Friday streaming deals?
A: Most Black Friday streaming deals, including those from Disney+, Hulu, Max, and Peacock, are for new subscribers or eligible returning subscribers who have not had an active subscription in the last month or more.
Q: Do these discounted plans include ads?
A: Yes, nearly all of the deepest Black Friday discounts, such as the Hulu/Disney+ bundle and the Max offer, are for the ad-supported tiers of the streaming services.
Q: How long does the discounted price last?
A: The promotional Black Friday pricing typically lasts for 12 months (one year) after signup. After this period, the subscription will automatically renew at the regular, full monthly price unless you cancel it.
Q: Can I get an ad-free plan with the Black Friday deals?
A: The steepest discounts are not available for the ad-free plans. Only services that offer a single, ad-free tier, like Apple TV+, may have a discounted price for that tier.
Q: Where do I sign up for these Black Friday streaming deals?
A: You must sign up directly through the official website or app of the specific streaming service (Disney+, Max, Hulu, Peacock) to redeem their Black Friday promotion.
