Streaming Services Costs Rising

Streaming Services Costs Rising
A file photo of logos for streaming services Netflix, Hulu, Disney Plus, and Sling TV on a remote control. Jenny Kane/AP
Anne Johnson
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Although streaming services were gaining momentum before 2020, the pandemic sent them spiraling upward. Original content and old favorites were in demand. And most viewers were tired of watching free television riddled with commercials.

But several price increases may have deterred some subscribers. Recently, price hikes have increased Americans’ bills. You may not even have noticed your favorite show is now costing you more. So how much are streaming services prices rising, and why?

Hulu Raises Prices

In October 2022, Hulu subscribers were hit with an increase. Owned by Disney, Hulu’s ad-supported plan went up a dollar. The price rose to $7.99 per month, while the ad-free plan rose from $12.99 per month to $14.99.
Anne Johnson
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Anne Johnson was a commercial property & casualty insurance agent for nine years. She was also licensed in health and life insurance. Anne went on to own an advertising agency where she worked with businesses. She has been writing about personal finance for ten years.
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