ESPN DTC AND FOX ONE TO LAUNCH COMBINED BUNDLE OFFER

Rhea-AI Summary

FOX Corporation (NASDAQ: FOX) and ESPN have announced a groundbreaking partnership to offer a combined streaming bundle starting October 2, 2025, priced at $39.99 per month. The bundle will integrate ESPN's upcoming direct-to-consumer service with FOX One, providing comprehensive access to both networks' sports, news, and entertainment content.

The bundle will feature access to ESPN's complete linear networks including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, and others, covering 47,000 live events annually. FOX One will deliver live streaming and on-demand access to FOX News Channel, FOX Sports, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, and other FOX properties. Both services will launch individually on August 21, 2025, with the combined offering available in October.

Positive

• Strategic partnership between two major sports broadcasting competitors to enhance viewer value
• Comprehensive content offering including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, College Sports, and FIFA World Cup
• Competitive bundle pricing at $39.99 for extensive sports and entertainment content
• Access to 47,000 live events annually through ESPN's platform

Negative

• Potential cannibalization of traditional cable TV subscriptions
• Competition from existing streaming services in the sports content space

Insights

Media Industry Analyst

FOX and Disney team up for sports streaming bundle, signaling collaborative approach to combat subscriber churn in fragmented market.

The announced partnership between ESPN (Disney) and FOX One represents a significant strategic pivot in the streaming wars. Rather than competing head-to-head for sports-hungry subscribers, these media giants are creating a value proposition that acknowledges market realities. At $39.99 monthly, this bundle targets the high-value sports fan segment that has been reluctant to cut the cord due to fragmented content access.

This move addresses several critical market challenges simultaneously. First, it creates a more compelling value proposition compared to traditional cable packages while offering a comprehensive sports content portfolio including NFL, NBA, MLB, college sports, and global events like FIFA World Cup. Second, it likely reduces subscriber acquisition costs for both platforms through cross-promotional opportunities. Third, it establishes a collaborative framework that could expand to include additional partners.

The timing is particularly strategic with the October 2 launch coinciding with the heart of football season when sports viewership peaks. By combining ESPN's 47,000 annual live events with FOX's broad portfolio of sports, news and entertainment assets, this partnership creates a formidable alternative to traditional pay TV specifically designed for cord-cutters and cord-nevers.

This partnership signals an industry recognition that the fragmentation of streaming services has created subscription fatigue. For investors, this represents an adaptive business model that prioritizes subscriber retention and growth over isolated platform dominance. The market will be watching subscriber adoption rates closely, as this could become the template for future media partnerships in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape.

Viewers will have the opportunity to bundle ESPN's DTC Unlimited Offering and FOX One for $39.99 per month Starting October 2

BRISTOL, Conn. and LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ESPN's upcoming direct-to-consumer service and FOX One, Fox Corporation's (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX; "FOX" or the "Company") wholly-owned direct to consumer streaming service, today announced an agreement that will give consumers the opportunity to purchase the two services bundled together starting October 2 for $39.99 per month.

"Working with FOX One on this bundle offer allows us to bring ESPN's world-class sports content to even more fans in a seamless and innovative way," said Sean Breen, EVP, Disney Platform Distribution. "This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering premium experiences across platforms and meeting consumers where they are – anytime, anywhere."

"Announcing ESPN as our first bundle partner is evidence of our desire to deliver the best possible value and viewing experience to our shared customers," said Tony Billetter, SVP, Strategy and Business Development, FOX Direct to Consumer. "Viewers will have access to an incredible portfolio of content through this bundle, including NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, College Football and Basketball, NASCAR, INDYCAR, UFC, as well as the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and more as we continue to look for opportunities to streamline the user experience, especially for the ultimate sports fan."

The ESPN DTC offering will give fans access to all of ESPN's linear networks – ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes – in addition to ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, SECN+, and ACCNX, covering 47,000 live events each year, on-demand replays, studio shows, original programming, as well as newly expanded NFL content and more. For more information about ESPN DTC, visit www.Stream.ESPN.com.

FOX One will bring all of FOX's leading News, Sports and Entertainment branded content together in one dynamic streaming platform. For the first time, cord-cutters and cord-nevers will have live streaming and on-demand access to the real-time thrills, bold voices, and defining stories across the full portfolio of FOX brands including FOX News Channel, FOX Business, FOX Weather, FOX Sports, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, FOX Deportes, FOX Local Stations and the FOX Network as well as the option to bundle FOX Nation and B1G+ within one platform. The latest updates and information about the upcoming FOX One service are available at www.FOXOne.com.

The ESPN DTC offering and FOX One service will both individually become available to consumers beginning August 21 and the combined bundle will be available for purchase beginning on October 2.

All of ESPN. All in One Place. Coming August 21 
For the first time ever, ESPN will offer its full suite of networks and services directly to fans, along with an enhanced ESPN App that integrates game stats, betting information, fantasy sports, commerce, multiview options and a personalized SportsCenter For You. Designed to give fans more choice, flexibility and access to all of ESPN, these new features and functionality will be available to all fans who watch on the ESPN App on mobile and connected TV devices, whether they subscribe directly or through a traditional pay TV package. For more visit the ESPN DTC Press Kit.

About FOX One

FOX One is Fox Corporation's wholly-owned, direct to consumer streaming service, bringing together the thrill of live streaming and the bold, trusted voices that define the full portfolio of FOX brands, including FOX News Channel, FOX Sports, the FOX Network, BTN, FOX Business, FOX Weather, FS1, FS2, FOX Deportes, FOX Local Stations and FOX Nation through the bundle. FOX One is designed to cater to cord-cutters and cord-nevers, delivering FOX's content directly to audiences wherever they are and allowing them to watch how and when they want. Utilizing the technological innovations of Tubi Media Group, FOX One leverages cutting-edge technology to enhance the user experience, with advanced personalization that adapts to individual viewers and easily integrates live and on-demand content.

About Fox Corporation

Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports, and entertainment content through its primary iconic domestic brands, including FOX News Media, FOX Sports, Tubi Media Group, FOX Entertainment, and FOX Television Stations. These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers. The breadth and depth of our footprint allows us to deliver content that engages and informs audiences, develop deeper consumer relationships, and create more compelling product offerings. FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that shapes our strategy to capitalize on existing strengths and invest in new initiatives. For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com.

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FAQ

What is the price of the ESPN and FOX One streaming bundle?

The combined streaming bundle will be available for $39.99 per month starting October 2, 2025.

When will FOX One and ESPN DTC services launch individually?

Both services will launch individually on August 21, 2025, with the combined bundle becoming available on October 2, 2025.

What content will be included in the FOX One and ESPN streaming bundle?

The bundle includes access to ESPN's linear networks (ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, etc.), FOX News, FOX Sports, and content from both networks including NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, College Sports, NASCAR, and FIFA World Cup coverage.

How many live events will be available through the ESPN DTC service?

ESPN's DTC service will provide access to 47,000 live events each year, along with on-demand replays, studio shows, and original programming.

What FOX channels are included in the FOX One streaming service?

FOX One includes FOX News Channel, FOX Business, FOX Weather, FOX Sports, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, FOX Deportes, FOX Local Stations, and the FOX Network, with options to bundle FOX Nation and B1G+.