I think this is a great decision. I’ve always found it frustrating to switch between apps and remember which show is on which service. Now that Disney+ will include Hulu, I can just open one app and find everything in one place. It feels like a cleaner and more modern approach. I also hope this means they will improve the app interface. Disney+ is already pretty good, but having so many genres together—sports, family, drama, reality—might require smarter filters and navigation tools.

As someone outside the U.S., I’m especially happy about the global access. I never had Hulu, so I missed out on shows like The Handmaid’s Tale or Reservation Dogs. I only heard about them through social media. This change will finally let people like me watch these shows legally and in high quality. I know some people will miss the Hulu brand, but I personally don’t mind as long as the content remains.

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What I’m really wondering now is how this change will affect the subscription price. Will Disney raise the cost to match what people are currently paying if they have both Hulu and Disney+? Or maybe they’ll offer a lower combined price at first to help people adjust?

I think a lot of people only subscribe to one of the two right now. Some just want family content, others only want adult dramas or sports. So I hope Disney takes that into account. Not everyone wants everything in one package.

If they’re smart, they’ll offer some kind of flexible pricing—maybe different plans depending on what kind of content you watch. I just don’t want to end up paying more for shows I don’t even watch.

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I see both sides here. On one hand, this is obviously good for international viewers. They’ve been locked out of a lot of great shows for years, and it’s ridiculous that in 2025, you still need a U.S. zip code to enjoy content you’re willing to pay for.

But I also think something unique might be lost. Hulu had a bit of an experimental soul. It took chances on strange projects. If Disney tries to fold all that into a more “mainstream” shape, some of the magic could disappear.

I also worry about creators. When everything gets centralized, it can become harder for unusual or niche voices to get heard. Will a new Pen15 or Ramy find a home inside Disney+? I hope so. But I’m not sure.

Still, this is happening no matter what. So I’ll cross my fingers and hope the content stays strong. I just want bold storytelling, even inside the House of Mouse.

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Finally! I’ve been waiting years for Hulu content to reach us here in Southeast Asia. I always see people online talking about Only Murders in the Building, and I wanted to watch it legally but couldn’t. I’m glad this merger will fix that.

Also, I already pay for Disney+, so I’m really happy I don’t have to subscribe to a new service. One app is enough. If this helps them focus on making better shows instead of splitting everything across brands, I think that’s smart.

I just hope the rollout in 2026 includes subtitles for different languages. That part is very important for people outside the U.S.

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I think this is a smart move. As someone who already uses both Hulu and Disney+, switching between apps always felt unnecessary. The combined interface will save time and reduce confusion. From a technical standpoint, merging platforms also means a better user experience and fewer logins. I’m especially happy about the international rollout. I have friends in Europe and Asia who always complained about not having access to Hulu originals. They deserve the same content we have. I just hope the UI won’t be too bloated once everything is packed into Disney+. My only concern is whether Hulu’s edgier content will sit well next to Disney’s family-friendly image. I wouldn’t want any censorship. Overall, though, this is good news for consumers—especially people outside the U.S. who’ve missed out for too long.

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This whole Disney+ and Hulu saga must hold the record for the most drawn-out merger of any streaming service. I mean, how many years has this been in discussion? It felt like every year they were “almost” merging, but something always delayed it. At least now there’s a solid date—2026—but even that feels late.

That said, I don’t think this is the final move. If Disney really wants to compete with Netflix globally and become the number one streaming platform, they’ll have to absorb more than just Hulu. Maybe they’ll go after other platforms next, like a deal with Paramount+ or even parts of Warner Bros content if it becomes available. They need a stronger international library and more local content in different regions.

Streaming was supposed to simplify things, but we ended up with too many apps and subscriptions. If Disney wants to be the true cable replacement, they have to consolidate more, offer fair pricing, and ensure that content from all age groups and genres is available in one place. Hulu alone won’t be enough. It’s a start, but it’s not the finish line.

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