For the better part of the past 20 years, a Hulu subscription has been one of the best streaming services around, one that gives you access to thousands of movies, shows, documentaries, and so much more. With great original content that’s getting better every day with 2025 TV shows like The Bear, King of the Hill, and Alien: Earth, as well as additions from the 2025 movie schedule coming around, there are so many good reasons to sign up for the streaming platform.
If, for some reason, you have yet to sign up for Hulu, or let your membership lapse long ago and are thinking about adding it back to your collection, there are some things you should know. Come along with us as we break down everything from the various subscription options (and their respective costs) to the various bundles that can make your viewing experience all the better. We also go into how to cancel or change plans, if you’re interested. That said, let’s dive into a Hulu subscription and what it offers.
What Is The Hulu Subscription Price And What Does It Include
Hulu offers its members multiple subscription models: a more expensive ad-free version and a slightly cheaper option that’s supported by ads.
Like a lot of streaming services, Hulu offers its members multiple subscription models: a more expensive ad-free version and a slightly cheaper option that’s supported by ads.
Both versions of Hulu offer the same content and the only difference is the subscription price, which, in 2025, currently breaks down to the following:
Plan |
Price |
What you get |
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$9.99 a month/$99.99 a year |
7-day free trial, commercial breaks |
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$18.99 a month/$189.99 a year |
7-day free trial, no commercials |
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$82.99 a month |
3-day free trial. Includes Disney+ and ESPN+ (with ads), commercial breaks |
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$95.99 a month |
3-day free trial. Includes Disney+ and ESPN+ (ad free), no commercials |
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$81.99 a month |
No access to Hulu, Disney+ or ESPN+ streaming libraries |
Hulu also offers a student discount, but you have to be enrolled at a Title IV college or university to take advantage of the $1.99/month special pricing. It should also be noted that this is for the ad-supported model. There used to be a free version of Hulu for students, but that plan has since been phased out. However, if you have a Spotify Premium student account, you can get access to both for $5.99/month.
The Hulu App Is Being Phased Out In The United States In 2026
It seems like it was only a matter of time before the Hulu and Disney+ apps were combined into a single offering, and it sounds like they will phase out the standalone streaming service at some point in 2026. Covering a Disney earnings call in August 2025, Variety reported that the two entities, both owned by the media giant, will become one single platform at some point in the next year, meaning that Hulu as we know it will be no more, at least in the United States. We will have to wait and see what that means for subscribers, as well as those who have Hulu + Live TV, in the coming weeks and months.
In the same report, the outlet also pointed out that Hulu will be available internationally, as it will take the place of the Star streaming brand on Disney+ this fall.
What Comes With The Hulu + Live TV Option
Hulu was considered a great alternative to cable for cord-cutters, and in 2017, the streaming service introduced a live television option. This would eventually become known as Hulu + Live TV and quickly became one of the more popular internet-TV options on the market. And while customers have not been thrilled with the price increases over the years, Hulu + Live TV is still a viable option with more than 100 channels, including local news channels in certain markets.
Like with the standard version of the streamer, Hulu + Live TV has two different options: a $82.99/month plan that also comes with the ad-supported version of Hulu and a $95.99/month model with the ad-free streaming library. Both versions include Disney+ and ESPN+.
There are also additional add-ons available for Hulu + Live TV subscribers in categories like entertainment, sports, and Español. You can also pay an additional fee of $9.99 for unlimited screens.
Please note, the ad-free version doesn’t mean you won’t have commercials while watching live TV.
How To Get Hulu Bundled With Other Streamers
Everyone loves a good bundle, right? Well, if you fall into the camp that likes to have multiple streaming services included in one price (which does make it much easier to keep track of your expenses), then the Disney Bundle is perfect for you. But what is included with this bundle, and how much is it going to set me back, you’re probably asking about now…
Package |
Price |
|---|---|
$10.99 a month |
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$19.99 a month |
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$16.99 a month |
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$26.99 a month |
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$16.99 a month |
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$29.99 a month |
Oh, And Don’t Forget About The Hulu Add-Ons
In addition to all the great content that comes with your Hulu subscription, several premium add-ons open up even more movies, shows, and other programming. Hulu offers the following premium cable channels: HBO Max ($16.99/month), Cinemax ($9.99/month), and Starz ($10.99/month). You can also add individual streaming services from the Disney Bundle. If you want Disney+ without ESPN+, you can do so for an additional $2/month and vice versa for $10.99/month.
Hulu Supported Devices
Before you get a service like Hulu, it is probably best to check the list of supported devices to make sure the streaming box, gaming console, or smart TV you use to take in all your digital content can handle all the movies, shows, and other programming included in the platform’s offerings.
Here is a sampling of supported devices: Amazon Fire TV, Android phones, tablets, and TV, Apple TV, iOS devices, Nintendo Switch (though not the Switch 2), PlayStation, Roku, Samsung TV, VIZIO SmartCast TVs, Xbox, and select cable boxes.
The Best Hulu Movies And Shows Worth Watching
Once you get your Hulu account all set up, you’ll want to dive into all the great original movies and shows that are now at your fingertips. Below are some of the hubs that contain everything from Hulu original series The Handmaid’s Tale and Only Murders in the Building FX series like The Bear and Shogun, and various other hubs and collections.
- Check out the Hulu Originals hub.
- Check out the FX on Hulu hub.
- Check out the Black Stories Always hub.
- Check out the Hulu Pride hub.
How To Download Hulu Movies And Shows For Offline Viewing
If you have the Hulu (No Ads) plan, you can download all kinds of movies and shows to your phone or tablet so that you can watch them when not connected to the internet. Anyone who does a lot of traveling knows that this is one of the best features offered by streaming services, because no one wants to stare at the seat in front of them on a long flight or train ride with nothing to do.
While most of the titles on Hulu can be downloaded (look for the little download logo next to the movie or show), you won’t be able to do this for movies or shows from Premium Add-on channels. There are also some restrictions when it comes to the Hulu + Live TV subscription. If you want to know more, the Hulu help center has the full rundown on the offerings.
Hulu Has Helpful Accessibility Features
There have been great strides for inclusion and representation in movies and shows in recent years, and the same can be said about the various streaming platforms out there. Hulu offers a wide variety of accessibility features for its subscribers, which can make the experience great for anyone and everyone. From audio description tools to captions and subtitles to syncing the platform with various browser extensions to use screen readers and keyboard controls, there’s a lot to choose from.
Admittedly, some of these features require some work before you start streaming, but the Hulu help center has great resources and walk-throughs to get the most out of your streaming experience.
How To Cancel Your Hulu Subscription
Canceling an online subscription can sometimes be a task that’s easier said than done, but that’s not really the case when it comes to Hulu. If you want to cancel your Hulu subscription, all you need to do is open your account settings on a computer or mobile browser (this can’t be done in the app), select cancel, and then go through the subsequent steps.
However, if you are billed through a third party like Amazon, Apple, Roku, or your phone or TV provider, you will need to cancel your plan through those respective services.
There may come a time when you just want to put a hold on your plan instead of canceling it entirely. Well, in that case, you can pause your Hulu subscription for up to 12 weeks. This too can be done through the Hulu website.
Information on canceling your Hulu subscription.
All in all, Hulu is a robust streaming service with a ton of different features, bundles, add-ons, and other services.
