SPECTRUM TV SELECT CUSTOMERS TO RECEIVE HULU AS PART OF EXPANDED AGREEMENT BETWEEN CHARTER AND THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY
Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) and Disney have expanded their distribution agreement to include Hulu (With Ads) in all Spectrum TV Select packages at no additional cost. Starting summer 2025, customers will have access to Hulu's content alongside existing Disney+ and the upcoming ESPN streaming service, creating a combined streaming value of over $100 per month.
The agreement includes the return of eight Disney-owned linear networks to Spectrum's lineup, including Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform, and others. The deal, which is financially net positive for both companies, aims to boost advertising reach and strengthen audience engagement across platforms. Charter will also offer Disney's streaming services to broadband-only customers at retail rates.
Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) e Disney hanno ampliato il loro accordo di distribuzione includendo Hulu (con pubblicità) in tutti i pacchetti Spectrum TV Select senza costi aggiuntivi. A partire dall'estate 2025, i clienti potranno accedere ai contenuti di Hulu insieme a Disney+ e al prossimo servizio di streaming ESPN, creando un valore combinato di streaming di oltre 100 dollari al mese.
L'accordo prevede anche il ritorno di otto canali lineari di proprietà Disney nella lineup di Spectrum, tra cui Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform e altri. L'intesa, che risulta finanziariamente vantaggiosa per entrambe le aziende, mira ad aumentare la portata pubblicitaria e rafforzare l'engagement del pubblico su più piattaforme. Charter offrirà inoltre i servizi di streaming Disney ai clienti broadband-only a prezzi al dettaglio.
Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) y Disney han ampliado su acuerdo de distribución para incluir Hulu (con anuncios) en todos los paquetes Spectrum TV Select sin costo adicional. A partir del verano de 2025, los clientes tendrán acceso al contenido de Hulu junto con Disney+ y el próximo servicio de streaming ESPN, creando un valor combinado de streaming de más de 100 dólares al mes.
El acuerdo incluye el regreso de ocho canales lineales propiedad de Disney a la programación de Spectrum, incluyendo Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform y otros. El trato, que es financieramente positivo para ambas compañías, busca aumentar el alcance publicitario y fortalecer el compromiso de la audiencia en múltiples plataformas. Charter también ofrecerá los servicios de streaming de Disney a clientes solo de banda ancha a tarifas minoristas.
Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR)와 디즈니는 배포 계약을 확장하여 모든 Spectrum TV Select 패키지에 Hulu (광고 포함)를 추가 비용 없이 포함하기로 했습니다. 2025년 여름부터 고객들은 기존 Disney+와 곧 출시될 ESPN 스트리밍 서비스와 함께 Hulu 콘텐츠에 접근할 수 있어, 월 100달러 이상의 통합 스트리밍 가치를 누리게 됩니다.
이 계약에는 Disney 소유의 8개 선형 채널이 Spectrum 라인업에 다시 포함되는 것도 포함되어 있으며, 여기에는 Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform 등이 포함됩니다. 이 거래는 양사 모두에게 재정적으로 긍정적이며, 광고 도달 범위를 확대하고 플랫폼 전반의 시청자 참여를 강화하는 것을 목표로 합니다. Charter는 또한 브로드밴드 전용 고객에게 디즈니 스트리밍 서비스를 소매 가격으로 제공할 예정입니다.
Charter Communications (NASDAQ : CHTR) et Disney ont étendu leur accord de distribution pour inclure Hulu (avec publicités) dans tous les forfaits Spectrum TV Select sans coût supplémentaire. À partir de l'été 2025, les clients auront accès au contenu de Hulu en plus de Disney+ existant et du prochain service de streaming ESPN, créant une valeur de streaming combinée de plus de 100 dollars par mois.
L'accord comprend le retour de huit chaînes linéaires appartenant à Disney dans la programmation de Spectrum, notamment Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform et d'autres. Cet accord, financièrement positif pour les deux entreprises, vise à accroître la portée publicitaire et à renforcer l'engagement du public sur plusieurs plateformes. Charter proposera également les services de streaming Disney aux clients uniquement haut débit à des tarifs de détail.
Charter Communications (NASDAQ: CHTR) und Disney haben ihre Vertriebsvereinbarung erweitert, um Hulu (mit Werbung) in allen Spectrum TV Select-Paketen ohne zusätzliche Kosten aufzunehmen. Ab Sommer 2025 erhalten Kunden Zugang zu Hulu-Inhalten neben dem bestehenden Disney+ und dem kommenden ESPN-Streaming-Dienst, wodurch ein kombinierter Streaming-Wert von über 100 US-Dollar pro Monat entsteht.
Die Vereinbarung beinhaltet die Rückkehr von acht linearen Disney-eigenen Sendern in das Spectrum-Programm, darunter Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform und weitere. Der Deal, der für beide Unternehmen finanziell positiv ist, zielt darauf ab, die Werereichweite zu erhöhen und die Zuschauerbindung auf den Plattformen zu stärken. Charter wird Disney-Streaming-Dienste auch für reine Breitbandkunden zu Einzelhandelspreisen anbieten.
- Addition of Hulu (With Ads) at no extra cost for TV Select customers
- Return of eight Disney-owned networks to Spectrum's channel lineup
- Combined streaming value exceeding $100 per month for customers
- Agreement is financially net positive for both companies
- Early evidence shows improvement in subscriber churn
- None.
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Charter-Disney deal adds Hulu to TV packages, returns Disney channels to lineup, creating a hybrid distribution model benefiting both companies.
This expanded agreement between Charter Communications and Disney represents a significant evolution in the cable-streaming relationship, addressing changing consumer viewing habits. By including Hulu (With Ads) in all Spectrum TV Select packages alongside Disney+ and the forthcoming ESPN streaming service, Charter creates a $100+ monthly streaming value for subscribers at no additional cost.
The deal's strategic importance extends beyond streaming integration. The return of eight Disney-owned networks to Spectrum's linear lineup (Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform, FXX, FXM, Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo Mundo, BabyTV) reinforces both companies' commitment to a hybrid distribution model that bridges traditional cable and streaming platforms.
What's particularly notable is that this agreement was reached mid-cycle without the pressure of expiring contracts, suggesting mutual confidence in this distribution approach. The press release explicitly states the arrangement is "financially net positive for both companies," with Charter already seeing reduced subscriber churn from their streaming integration strategy.
For Charter, this enhances their value proposition against cord-cutting pressures while creating new marketing opportunities for Disney's streaming services among Charter's broadband-only customers. For Disney, it secures broader distribution for both their streaming platforms and linear channels, maximizing advertising reach across multiple content delivery systems.
This deal exemplifies how traditional media companies are adapting to the streaming era - not by abandoning linear TV but by creating complementary ecosystems that preserve revenue streams while meeting evolving consumer expectations.
Hulu Joins Disney+ and ESPN's Forthcoming Streaming Service in Spectrum TV Select Packages
Key Takeaways:
- Hulu (With Ads) will be included in all Spectrum TV Select packages at no additional cost.
- Eight Disney-owned networks to return to Spectrum's linear channel lineup.
- The addition of Hulu and ESPN will increase the monthly value of all collective streaming services to more than
$100 - Expanded agreement extends the multi-year deal well into the future.
The newly expanded agreement – which drives incremental value and is financially net positive for both companies – also marks the return of eight Disney-owned linear networks to Spectrum's channel lineup: Disney Jr, Disney XD, Freeform, FXX, FXM, Nat Geo Wild, Nat Geo Mundo and BabyTV. Together with the addition of Hulu, these channels expand Spectrum's entertainment offering and create meaningful value for both companies by boosting advertising reach and strengthening audience engagement across platforms.
"We began this journey to transform the video proposition for consumers with Disney, so it is befitting that this new agreement and the doubling down on our strategy continues with them," said Tom Montemagno, Executive Vice President, Programming Acquisition for Charter. "This extension is a true testament to our mutual confidence in this innovative model – which already is showing improvement in subscriber churn – and our commitment to work creatively together to achieve win-win outcomes for both of us and most importantly for our customers – all achieved mid-cycle and absent from any of the typical pressures from expiring agreements."
"With the addition of Hulu and the return of our full portfolio of channels, we're pleased to expand and extend our agreement with Charter – delivering the most robust and valuable combination of linear and streaming entertainment for years to come," said Sean Breen, Executive Vice President, Disney Platform Distribution. "This agreement reflects our continued focus on leaning into the strength of Disney's best-in-class programming across every genre and platform – and our shared commitment with Charter to building innovative, consumer-focused distribution models that drive value across the board."
The renewed extension of Charter and Disney's carriage agreement will continue to be supported by marketing and promotional efforts. The deal leverages Disney's trusted IP, beloved characters and notable talent, and underscores both companies' belief in the enduring value of linear distribution paired with streaming. Charter also will make Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu, the various Disney Bundles and the forthcoming ESPN streaming service available for purchase to its extensive broadband-only customer base at retail rates, as well as provide TV Select customers the opportunity to upgrade to the ad-free tiers of the included streaming services.
At launch, customers will be able to stream Hulu's TV series, films and critically acclaimed Originals, as well as their live Spectrum TV channels, directly through Xumo Stream Box, or on any Hulu-supported device.
About Charter
Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ:CHTR) is a leading broadband connectivity company and cable operator with services available to more than 57 million homes and businesses in 41 states through its Spectrum brand. Over an advanced communications network, supported by a
More information about Charter can be found at corporate.charter.com.
About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international entertainment and media enterprise that includes three business segments: Entertainment, Sports, and Experiences. Disney is a Dow 30 company and had annual revenue of
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