Walt Disney Co. reported an increase in streaming subscribers and strong results at its domestic theme parks, though its theatrical distribution results were lower for the fiscal third quarter.

Disney Plus & Hulu to unify streaming by 2026, but pricing for the new combined Disney+ Hulu service is yet to be announced ...

The new streaming service will be available just in time for football season.

On Wednesday, August 6, Disney’s ESPN announced it’s shelling out over $1.6 billion to become the exclusive U.S. streaming home for WWE’s Premium Live Events starting in 2026.

Disney CEO Bob Iger said ESPN's "full suite of networks and services" will be available on the streaming service. "The enhanced ESPN app will be a sports fan's dream with key new features planned ...

ESPN strikes a deal to acquire NFL Network, NFL Fantasy, and RedZone channel rights, while the NFL gains a 10% equity stake in ESPN.

Disney also announced Wednesday the Aug. 21 debut of an "enhanced ESPN App" that can be bundled with Disney+ and Hulu for $29.99/month.

Disney CEO Bob Iger said the launch of the ESPN app and the NFL deal, along with a coming integration of Hulu into Disney+, would create “a truly differentiated streaming proposition.” ...

The league and ESPN still have to negotiate a final agreement and get approval from NFL owners. The agreement will also have to undergo regulatory approvals.

Disney DIS 2.57% increased profit forecasts for its streaming and experiences businesses in its current fiscal year, signs that it is gaining momentum in two key areas as its legacy TV business ...

Disney’s profit and revenue climbed in its fiscal third quarter as the company continued to add subscribers to its streaming service and see strength at its domestic theme parks.

Disney’s profit and revenue climbed in its fiscal third quarter as the entertainment company continued to add subscribers to its streaming service and see strength at its domestic theme parks ...