Verizon Offers $10/Month Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ Bundle for Eligible Customers in 2025

Verizon Communications Inc. is giving its wireless and home internet customers a powerful incentive to stay loyal: for just $10 a month, eligible subscribers can access Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+—all with ads. The perk, effective as of November 26, 2025, saves users nearly $10 monthly compared to the standard $19.99 combined price for these services. But here’s the catch: it’s not automatic. You’ve got to sign up, manage your accounts, and avoid paying twice.

Who Can Get the Bundle—and What’s Included?

The streaming perk is locked to specific Verizon plans: Unlimited Ultimate, Unlimited Plus, Unlimited Welcome, Welcome Unlimited, and Verizon Home Internet (VHI). All accounts must be active and in good standing. You also need to be 18 or older and physically located in the United States. No exceptions.

Each service delivers a distinct slice of entertainment:

• Disney+ (With Ads) offers Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic content—new releases, classics, and originals.
• Hulu (With Ads) serves up current TV shows from ABC, FX, and 20th Century, plus hit movies and Hulu Originals.
• ESPN+ (With Ads) streams over 30,000 live events: college sports, international soccer, golf, tennis, MMA, and ESPN Originals.

But don’t expect to watch ESPN’s linear TV channels like ESPN or ESPN2. That still requires a traditional cable or satellite subscription. Verizon’s terms are clear: ESPN+ is a standalone streaming service, not a TV network replacement.

The Confusing Math Behind the Savings

Verizon’s messaging is… inconsistent. On one page, they claim a $9.99 monthly savings based on a $19.99 retail price. On another, they say the savings are $6.99, referencing a $16.99 price. The truth? The $10 discount is applied directly to your Verizon bill—regardless of what the standalone services charge. It’s a perk, not a price match. Think of it as Verizon subsidizing your entertainment, not matching competitors’ rates.

And here’s the kicker: if you already subscribe to any of these services individually, the perk won’t cancel them. You’ll end up paying twice unless you manually cancel your existing subscriptions. Verizon warns: “Managing subscriptions may be required to avoid multiple subscriptions and corresponding charges.” For Hulu users, that means logging into Hulu.com, navigating your account settings, and turning off auto-renewal. It’s not intuitive. It’s not automated. It’s on you.

The Upgrade Option: Disney Trio Bundle for $20

For those who hate ads and want more, Verizon introduced a premium tier: the Disney Trio Bundle. For $20 a month (down from $30), you get:

• Disney+ Premium (ad-free)
• Hulu (No Ads)
• ESPN Select (formerly ESPN+, now with expanded live events and exclusive studio content)

This upgrade is especially appealing to sports fans and families who want uninterrupted viewing. The $10 discount here mirrors the base bundle’s structure—Verizon’s way of rewarding loyalty with choice. It’s smart. It’s competitive. And it’s a direct response to streaming fatigue.

Why This Matters Beyond Your Wallet

Verizon isn’t just selling streaming. It’s locking customers into its ecosystem. By bundling entertainment with connectivity, it reduces churn. Why switch carriers if you’re getting $10-$20 in monthly value on services you already use? This move mirrors what AT&T and T-Mobile tried—and sometimes failed—to do. But Verizon’s execution is sharper: the perks are clearly tied to high-tier plans, ensuring they target high-value customers.

There’s also a geographic limitation: all services are U.S.-only. Location data is required to unlock certain content, meaning you can’t stream this bundle while traveling abroad. That’s standard for U.S.-based streaming platforms, but it’s worth noting for frequent travelers.

And then there’s the fragmentation. You don’t get one app to rule them all. You need to open three separate apps, log into three different accounts, and manage three separate billing systems. No unified dashboard. No single sign-on. It’s clunky. But for users who don’t mind the extra steps, the cost savings are undeniable.

What’s Next for Verizon’s Streaming Strategy?

Verizon’s move signals a broader shift: telecom companies are becoming content gatekeepers. In 2025, the battle isn’t just about data speeds—it’s about the entertainment you consume over that data. Expect more bundles: HBO Max? Peacock? Apple TV+? Don’t be surprised if Verizon adds one or two more next year.

For now, the strategy is working. Customer satisfaction scores for Verizon’s myPlan and myHome perks have climbed 12% since the Disney bundle launched in 2023, according to internal data seen by industry analysts. And with the new Disney Trio Bundle, they’re catering to the growing segment of users willing to pay more for ad-free experiences.

But here’s the real question: will this pressure Disney, Hulu, and ESPN to lower their standalone prices? Maybe. But more likely, they’ll just adjust their marketing to highlight Verizon’s discount as a “limited-time offer”—keeping the regular prices high for non-Verizon customers.