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Streaming Keeps Getting Pricier as Netflix and Disney Hike Fees
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Summary
- Netflix raised prices again in March 2026 — its ad tier now $7.99, Standard $17.99 and Premium $24.99 a month.
- Disney+ lifted prices too, with the ad plan up to $11.99 and the ad-free plan to $18.99, and its Disney+/Hulu/ESPN bundle climbing to $20-$30.
- After Netflix's move to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's streaming assets, it told subscribers nothing changes 'as of right now' but didn't rule out future hikes.
The question
Streaming has become as expensive and fragmented as the cable it replaced.
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