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How much does Hulu cost in US? Plans, pricing, channels, and more

Hulu, an American internet streaming service, launched in October 2007, provides a variety of films and TV series to its subscribers. The service is primarily owned by The Walt Disney Company

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Hulu offers numerous movies and TV series from well-known studios like 20th Century Fox and Disney Television Studios, among others. They also produce their own content. The app was opened to the public on March 12th, 2008.

When was Hulu launched?

The launch of the American streaming app in 2007 was not well-received by local TV cable operators, and protests soon began. According to them, Hulu has begun to hurt their business. The number of viewers who regularly watch episodes on the Internet has been continuously increasing, despite Hulu's usual practice of broadcasting television series only a few days after their original air date and making them available for a short period of time.

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If you enjoy watching content from major studios, Hulu might be a suitable subscription for you. A vast library of  is included with the service, including originals like "The Handmaid's Tale" and well-known network shows from ABC and Fox, such as "The Bachelor" and "Bob's Burgers."

How much does Hulu cost in the US?

Hulu offers a wide range of plans for individuals,  currently ranging from $8 per month for entry-level subscriptions with live TV to $83 per month for top-tier options. Prices are expected to increase next month.

Additionally, if you want an ad-free streaming experience, you can upgrade to Hulu (no ads) for a current price of $14.99 per month. However, as mentioned earlier, an increase is expected by the 12th of next month (October).

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Both options come with a 30-day free trial period, providing you access to the full library of the streaming platform. Additionally, the streaming service offers a student plan starting at a discounted price of $2 a month.

Furthermore, the platform provides numerous add-on options for premium channels and other services, including Max, Showtime, Cinemax, Starz, and many others. Subscribers also have the option to upgrade their plan to include Disney Play or ESPN+.
 

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