What ESPN Direct Streaming Means to Disney and Sports Fans
This fall, ESPN will unlock a new era in sports viewing with the launch of its first fully direct-to-consumer streaming service—simply called ESPN. For the first time ever, ESPN’s entire network lineup, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, and more, will be available directly to fans, with no cable subscription required.
As a lifelong Disney and ESPN fan, this news isn’t just exciting—it’s game-changing. Whether you’re watching College GameDay or tuning into the NBA Finals, having ESPN just a tap away on the enhanced ESPN app creates a new level of access and personalization.
Two Plans, One Mission: Give Fans More
Starting at $11.99/month, the ESPN Select plan includes everything currently available on ESPN+, like 32,000 live events and original content. For the superfan, the ESPN Unlimited plan ($29.99/month or $299.99/year) unlocks 47,000 live events across every ESPN channel—plus studio shows like SportsCenter, First Take, and College GameDay.
Even better? You can bundle ESPN Unlimited with Disney+ and Hulu for just $29.99/month for the first 12 months at launch.
A Disney Bundle with Real Muscle
Disney’s synergy shines here. With this new ESPN service, fans can stream SportsCenter alongside Star Wars or jump from Monday Night Football to Moana. The ESPN-Disney-Hulu trio isn’t just a bundle—it’s the most complete entertainment offering ever assembled.
With updated pricing ($35.99/month with ads, $44.99/month without), this bundle puts premium sports, family programming, and prestige drama under one roof—and on your terms.
The Enhanced ESPN App: Sports on Your Terms
The upgraded ESPN App will offer:
- Personalized sports dashboards
- Easy access to your subscriptions and live games
- Integration with Disney+ and Hulu for bundle users
- Seamless transition between live TV and on-demand content
And whether you subscribe directly or via your TV provider, the new features will be available across all platforms.
Stay tuned—more details drop this summer. But one thing is clear: sports streaming will never be the same.
