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Disney Mulls Free Ad-Supported Disney+ Tier to Attract Budget Viewers

7/10/2026

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Disney is evaluating a free, ad-supported Disney+ tier after Adam Smith discussed it.
Disney has not disclosed a launch date or the content scope.
Disney+ costs $12.99 per month with ads or $19.99 without ads, while platforms such as Tubi, YouTube and Roku Channel already provide limited free or ad-supported content.
Analysts say a free tier could attract price-sensitive viewers and boost upgrades to paid Disney+ plans.

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Story summary

Disney is evaluating a free, ad-supported Disney+ tier after Adam Smith discussed it.
Disney has not disclosed a launch date or the content scope.
Disney+ costs $12.99 per month with ads or $19.99 without ads, while platforms such as Tubi, YouTube and Roku Channel already provide limited free or ad-supported content.
Analysts say a free tier could attract price-sensitive viewers and boost upgrades to paid Disney+ plans.