Disney+ launch day is today and people couldn’t be more excited. Well, actually, Disney+ had some early issues will streaming errors for some users, so those particular people probably would’ve been more excited if everything had gone a bit more smoothly. But all in all, people are ecstatic that Disney+ has finally launched and they can start streaming hundreds upon hundreds of TV shows and movies for the ridiculously affordable price of $6.99 each month, or just $5.83 per month when you pay annually. Oh, and we’re not exaggerating at all when we say “hundreds upon hundreds” of shows and movies are already available on Disney+ starting on launch day. Take a look at our earlier coverage to see the jaw-dropping list of 639 titles streaming on Disney+ right now.
We’ve told you all about Disney+ over the course of the day on November 12th, covering everything from launch-day content and early impressions of The Mandalorian (holy moly it’s good!), to all the smart TVs, streaming media players, and other devices that support Disney+. Now it’s time to learn everything you need to know about Disney+ straight from the horse’s mouth.
Disney+ Lifts Off, Ushering in a New Era of Entertainment from The Walt Disney Company
First Slate of Disney+ Originals Premiere Alongside Extensive Collection of Library Titles From Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and More, Including “Avengers: Endgame,” “Avatar,” and 30 seasons of “The Simpsons”
Disney+ App Now Available Across Mobile and Connected TV Devices
BURBANK, Calif. (Nov. 12, 2019) — Disney+, the highly anticipated streaming service from The Walt
“The launch of Disney+ is a historic moment for our company that marks a new era of innovation and creativity,” said Robert A. Iger, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, The Walt
As part of the launch, the service premiered its first original series and films including “The Mandalorian,” the epic first-ever live-action Star Wars series; “Lady and the Tramp,” a live-action re-telling of the 1955 animated classic; “Noelle,” an original holiday comedy film starring Anna Kendrick, “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series,” the all-new scripted series set at the real-life East High featured in the blockbuster film franchise; “The World According to Jeff Goldblum” docu-series from National Geographic; “Marvel’s Hero Project,” which celebrates extraordinary kids making a difference in their communities; “Encore!,” executive produced by the multi-talented Kristen Bell; “The Imagineering Story” 6-part documentary from Emmy and Academy Award-nominated director Leslie Iwerks; short-form series “Pixar IRL” and “
Beginning November 15, most new episodes of each series will premiere on Fridays at 12:01 AM PT.
The Past, Present, and Future of Storytelling
The service provides viewers of all ages an unrivaled collection of new and library content from the world-class creators of The Walt
Beginning today, subscribers can enjoy:
- Timeless animated films from Walt
Disney Animation Studios’ WaltDisney Signature Collection, created or inspired by the imagination and legacy of Walt Disney – including “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” “Beauty and the Beast,” “Pinocchio,” “Bambi,” “The Lion King,” “Lady and The Tramp,” “Peter Pan,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Cinderella” and more. - Three of the four highest-grossing films of all time: “Avengers: Endgame,” Avatar,” and “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.”
- Thirty seasons of the 11-time Emmy Award-winning series “The Simpsons.”
- Hit films from Marvel Studios, including “Avengers: Endgame,” as well as “Captain America: Civil War,” “Guardians of the Galaxy,” “The Avengers,” “Iron Man 3,” “Doctor Strange,” “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,” “Captain Marvel,” “Iron Man,” “Thor: The Dark World,” “Captain America: The Winter Soldier,” “Iron Man 2,” “Thor,” “Avengers: Age of Ultron,” “Captain America: The First Avenger,” and “Ant-Man.”
- Thousands of episodes from hit
Disney Channel andDisney Junior series such as “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody,” “Kim Possible,” “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,” “PJ Masks,” and “Jake and the Never Land Pirates” along with more than 100Disney Channel Original Movies including “Descendants,” “High School Musical,” and “Camp Rock.” - 18 of Pixar Animation Studios’ groundbreaking fan favorite movies including “Wall-E,” “Up,” “Monsters Inc.,” “Finding Nemo,” “The Incredibles,” “Toy Story,” “Inside Out” and “Brave,” as well as all of Pixar’s beloved theatrical shorts such as the Academy Award-winning “Bao” and “Sanjay’s Super Team.”
- Over 400 hours of content from National Geographic, including the critically-acclaimed and award-winning documentary “Free Solo” and the streaming debut of “Science Fair.”
- All six of the original classic Star Wars films released between 1977-1999, in addition to recent blockbusters “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” and “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.” By the end of 2020, the entire Skywalker saga will be available on the service.
- Marvel television series from the 1970s to present day including “X-Men,” “Spider-Man,” and “Marvel’s Runaways.”
Subscribers will also have access to a burgeoning collection of 4K Ultra HD films including the first seven Star Wars movies available for the first time in this format, along with “Hocus Pocus,” “Who Framed Roger Rabbit,” “Toy Story” 1-3, and more.
Best-in-Class Experience, Available Anywhere, Anytime
Disney+ offers subscribers high-quality and commercial-free viewing, up to four concurrent streams, unlimited downloads on up to ten devices, personalized recommendations, and the ability to set up to seven different profiles. Additionally, parents have the ability to set Kids Profiles that create an easy -to-navigate interface to access age-appropriate content.
Consumers can subscribe to Disney+ directly at DisneyPlus.com or via in-app purchase from the following partner platforms and devices (dependent on country):
- Amazon (Fire TV Devices, Fire TV Edition Smart TVs, and Fire Tablets)
- Apple (iPhone, iPad, iPod touch and
Apple TV , and fully integrated with theApple TV app; customers can subscribe to Disney+ via in-app purchase) - Google (Android phones, Android TV devices, Google Chromecast and Chromecast built-in devices)
- LG Smart TVs with webOS
- Microsoft (Xbox One)
- Samsung Smart TVs
- Sony / Sony Interactive Entertainment (all Android based Sony TVs and PlayStation®4)
- Roku (Roku® streaming players and Roku TV™ models)
For a full list of supported devices visit here.
Amazing Entertainment, Amazing Value
For one low monthly (or annual) fee, Disney+ offers consumers of all ages a compelling entertainment offering and an amazing price-to-value proposition.
Starting today, consumers in the U.S. also have the opportunity to purchase a
Global Rollout
Today marks the beginning of the global rollout of Disney+, with expectations to launch in most major global markets within its first two years. Available now in the U.S., Canada, and the Netherlands, Disney+ will launch next week in Australia, New Zealand, and Puerto Rico on November 19.
Announced earlier this month, on March 31, 2020, Disney+ will launch in markets across Western Europe – including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and a number of other countries in the region.
