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What are all the different ways to sign up for Hulu + Live TV?

What are all the different ways to sign up for Hulu + Live TV?

Hulu + Live TV doesn’t offer a ton of different distribution methods, but you do have several choices available when you sign up.

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There are several ways to sign up for a Hulu subscription, but what about its companion service Hulu + Live TV? There are far fewer distribution methods for this service, which is understandable considering it comes in at $90 per month. Unlike on-demand subscription streaming services, Hulu + Live TV delivers a package of nearly 100 live cable and broadcast TV channels.

We have more details on all the ways you can subscribe to Hulu + Live TV below. It may not have as many distribution partners as Hulu does, but there are multiple ways to sign up for the service, and we’ll talk about them in greater detail below.

What are all the ways to sign up for Hulu + Live TV?

Directly through Hulu

The best and most reliable way to sign up for Hulu + Live TV is directly through the service's website. Hulu + Live TV isn’t distributed through digital platforms like Prime Video or other such online stores, so going the direct route is going to be the best choice. Once you’re on the Hulu + Live TV home page:

  1. Click Start Your Free Trial.
  2. Log into your MyDisney account, or create one.
  3. Choose your Hulu + Live TV package.
  4. Add optional streaming products to your plan.
  5. Enter payment details and finish checking out.

Do you have to receive the Disney Bundle with Hulu + Live TV?

One of the most convenient aspects about Hulu + Live TV is that every plan starting at $90 per month or more comes with Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited. You can also pay a little extra each month to remove ads from Disney+ and Hulu while streaming on-demand content, if you wish.

But most people don’t know that Hulu + Live TV also comes without the Disney bundle included if you really don’t want Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited. This package costs $89 per month, so you’ll only save $1 by foregoing the Disney Bundle benefit; it is technically an option you can choose.

Hulu Live TV

Hulu Live TV is a live TV streaming service with more than 70 channels for $89.99 per month. Hulu + Live TV base plan includes local channels 32 of the top 35 cable channels, and regional sports networks (RSNs). Subscribers get free access to Disney+ and ESPN Select at no extra charge.

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Where it really separates itself is value. Your subscription doesn’t just cover live TV — it also includes full access to Hulu’s on-demand library, plus bundled subscriptions to Disney+ and ESPN Select content at no extra cost. That means you’re getting everything from next-day network TV episodes and Hulu Originals, to Marvel, Star Wars, and live sports content all in one place without juggling multiple bills.

For sports fans, Hulu + Live TV also includes regional sports networks (RSNs) in select areas, a feature many competing services have dropped. That can be a big deal if you’re trying to follow local MLB, NBA, or NHL teams.

The DVR experience is another strong point. Subscribers get unlimited cloud DVR storage and the ability to fast-forward through commercials on recorded content — a feature that used to cost extra but is now standard. It’s designed to feel closer to a traditional cable DVR, just without the box.

If you want to customize further, several add-ons are available. You can upgrade to premium channels like HBO, Showtime, or Starz, add an unlimited streams option for households with lots of viewers, or go ad-free on Hulu’s on-demand content (live TV will still include ads).

Overall, Hulu + Live TV is less about being the cheapest option and more about being the most comprehensive. It’s built for people who want live TV, on-demand shows, and bundled streaming services all under one roof — without having to piece everything together themselves.


David Satin has been a dedicated News Writer at The Streamable since 2022, covering a wide range of stories in the entertainment and streaming industries. With years of experience writing online, David previously worked as a list writer for Screen Rant, where he gained recognition for his extensive coverage of sci-fi and fantasy genres. His ability to break and analyze major stories has made him a trusted voice in the streaming world. Over the course of his career, Satin has become an integral part of The Streamable team, contributing to some of the most impactful stories in the industry.

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