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The piece argues that Disney+’s decision to drop all eight episodes of Wonder Man at once undermines long-term hype, contrasting with weekly MCU releases like WandaVision that built sustained buzz and audience discussion.
Marvel’s Wonder Man offers a refreshing, affectionate take on the showbiz world: Simon Williams, a powered actor who wants to be judged for his craft rather than heroics, navigates rejection and secrecy with a friendship-anchored vibe led by Ben Kingsley’s Trevor Slattery. The eight-episode Disney+ series leans into character, warmth, and meta-humor over big battles, presenting a kinder, more self-aware Marvel entry and signaling a low-stakes pivot in Marvel’s TV slate.
A new Disney+ series, Pole to Pole with Will Smith, debuts today with all seven episodes, following the actor on a continent-spanning expedition—from Antarctica to the Amazon and Himalayas—guided by scientists and explorers and produced with National Geographic to uncover science-based discoveries and lessons about the planet’s future.
Disney is increasing the prices of its Disney+ and Hulu streaming plans in the U.S. starting October 2025, marking the third price hike in three years, with standalone Disney+ plans rising from $9.99 to $11.99 and $15.99 to $18.99 for ad-supported and premium options, respectively, and Hulu plans increasing from $9.99 to $11.99 for with ads, while the no-ads Hulu remains at $18.99.
Disney Plus is raising its subscription prices again, with new rates taking effect on October 21st, amidst a backdrop of recent PR issues and a trend of seasonal price increases since its launch in 2019, aiming to boost profits despite recent controversies.
This article highlights the top new movies to stream over Labor Day weekend across platforms like Netflix, Disney Plus, Hulu, and Paramount Plus, including horror-comedies like 'Together' and 'Hell of a Summer,' Marvel's 'Thunderbolts,' a murder mystery 'The Thursday Murder Club,' and a documentary 'Stans,' offering a variety of genres for different tastes.
Alien: Earth, a spin-off of the classic Alien franchise, is available to watch online through FX, Sling TV, Hulu in the US, and Disney Plus internationally. Viewers outside the US can use a VPN to access these services from anywhere. The show features a female protagonist investigating a crashed spaceship with dangerous creatures, and airs weekly with eight episodes scheduled from August to September 2023.
The debut of Marvel's Ironheart series on Disney Plus reveals a heavy reliance on references to Tony Stark, which may hinder the show's ability to establish its own identity and growth, signaling a potential problem for the MCU's future storytelling direction.
This weekend, streaming platforms like Netflix and Disney Plus are offering a variety of new movies and TV shows. Highlights include "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew" on Disney Plus, a kid-friendly adventure series, and "Black Doves" on Netflix, a British spy thriller starring Keira Knightley. James Gunn's "Creature Commandos" debuts on Max, while Clint Eastwood's courtroom drama "Juror No. 2" is available on premium video-on-demand. Additionally, the sequel "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" is now streaming on Max, alongside a documentary about Christopher Reeve and a romantic dramedy "Fly Me to the Moon" on Apple TV Plus.
This week, new TV shows are premiering on various streaming platforms, including Disney Plus, Netflix, and Prime Video. Highlights include "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew," a youthful adventure series on Disney Plus; "Black Doves," a spy thriller starring Keira Knightley on Netflix; and "Creature Commandos," an animated DCU series on Max. Additionally, "The Sticky," a dramedy inspired by a real maple syrup heist, debuts on Prime Video, and Sabrina Carpenter's holiday special premieres on Netflix. Cyber Monday deals offer discounted streaming subscriptions.
Hulu and Disney Plus are offering a Black Friday streaming bundle for $2.99 per month, a significant discount from the usual $10.99. This deal, available until December 3, allows new or returning subscribers (inactive for over a month) to access both platforms with ads, saving $96 annually. Alternatively, Hulu's ad-supported plan is available for $0.99 per month for a year, saving $108. The bundle provides access to a wide range of content, making it an attractive option amid rising streaming costs.
Black Friday deals are offering significant discounts on popular streaming services, with Hulu's 'With Ads' plan available for $0.99 per month for a year, and a Hulu and Disney Plus bundle for $2.99 per month. Paramount Plus, Peacock, and Max are also offering substantial savings, with prices as low as $1.99 per month. Apple TV Plus is providing a free three-month trial with the purchase of select Apple devices. These deals are available for new and eligible returning subscribers, with various terms and conditions applying.
Hulu is offering a Black Friday deal where new and eligible returning subscribers can access its ad-supported streaming service for just $0.99 per month for a year, a significant discount from the usual $9.99. Additionally, the Disney Bundle Duo Basic, which includes Hulu and Disney Plus with ads, is available for $2.99 per month for a year. This promotion, running until December 2nd, provides substantial savings on popular streaming content from networks like ABC, Fox, and Disney's extensive library.
This weekend, several new movies are available for streaming across major platforms. Disney Plus features "Deadpool & Wolverine," a multiverse adventure with Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman. Netflix offers "Emilia Pérez," a musical crime thriller about a trans Mexican cartel leader. Peacock streams "Twisters," a sequel to the 1996 film "Twister," while Hulu presents "Thelma," a revenge comedy about a 93-year-old woman. Additionally, "Your Monster," a modern take on "Beauty and the Beast," is available on video-on-demand services.
The second and final season of the Star Wars spinoff series 'Andor' will premiere on Disney Plus on April 22, 2025. Announced at Disney's D23 event in Brazil, the season will continue Cassian Andor's journey from a street rat to a rebel spy, leading up to the events of 'Rogue One.' The 12-episode season will be divided into blocks of three episodes, each depicting three-day events over a four-year span. Returning characters include Luthen, Mon Mothma, and Saw Guerrera, with Alan Tudyk and Ben Mendelsohn reprising their roles as K-2SO and Orson Krennic, respectively.