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Hulu to Replace Star on Disney+ Globally Oct. 8 as Disney Unveils Redesigned App

The shift positions Hulu as Disney's global general-entertainment brand ahead of a unified app planned for 2026.

Overview

  • The Hulu tile will roll out to non-U.S. Disney+ markets on October 8, with the existing Star catalog remaining available under the new branding.
  • Disney+ will add a top navigation with Disney+, Hulu and ESPN tabs and make a personalized For You page the default home screen.
  • The refresh brings a video hero carousel, cinematic poster artwork, a dynamic brand row, new badges like “Season Finale” and “New Series,” and a Live hub for news, sports and events.
  • iOS widgets will let users jump directly into programming, with additional mobile-first and mobile-exclusive experiences planned over the coming year.
  • U.S. prices rise October 21—Disney+ with ads to $11.99, Disney+ Premium to $18.99, and Hulu with ads to $11.99—while the standalone Hulu app in the U.S. is expected to remain available through 2026 as Disney readies a unified app.