Hulu has finally entered the early Black Friday deals arena and it's fair to say, it was worth the wait. As one of the biggest hitters in the sales period, I've been patiently waiting to hear what discounts it has in store this year and from what I've seen so far, it's very good news for bargain hunters.
The big headline-grabber is that Hulu's best Black Friday deal is back, which brings down the price for a 12-month subscription to its with ads plan to a record low. We last saw this ridiculously low rate of $0.99 a month in 2023, after taking a two-year break from first appearing in 2020, so Hulu has been known to surprise.
As the best streaming service for TV lovers, I expect this deal will be one of the most popular this sales season. But there are more than eight Hulu plans available to choose from, including bundles like the Hulu, Disney Plus and Max mega bundle, which gives you a 38% saving on the cost of buying them separately. I've included these discounted bundles alongside exclusive offers, free trials and the best Black Friday streaming deals, so make sure to browse all the offers below to find the best Hulu deal for you.
Today's best Hulu deals: Quick links
- Hulu with ads: Only $0.99 a month for a 12-month subscription
- Hulu Starz bundle: Add 6-months of Starz for less than a dollar a month
- Hulu Disney bundle: Get two subscriptions for just $2.99 a month
- Hulu mega bundle: Shave off 43% per month off Hulu, Disney Plus and Max
- Hulu free trial: Try Hulu for a month with this great free trial
- Hulu for students: Get Hulu for just $1.99 a month
Black Friday Hulu deals: My top 3 picks
Hulu ad-supported annual plan: was $9.99 per month now $0.99 at Hulu
Hulu's ad-supported price is normally just under $10 a month, but as part of its Black Friday offer, you can pick it up for a steal at $0.99 a month. If you don't mind the commercials, that's a saving of over $100 for a year's worth of Hulu, which gives you access to all the great shows of the past and all the great stuff to come in 2025.
Starz Hulu-add on: was $10.99 a month now $0.99 per month at Hulu
Hulu's ad-supported price is normally just under $10 a month, but as part of its Black Friday offer, you can pick it up for a steal at $0.99 a month. Then, you can add six months' worth of Starz onto that for an additional $0.99 per month. Two premium streamers for $1.98 for six months? We consider that quite the bargain.
Disney Plus and Hulu annual ad-supported plan: was $10.99 per month now $2.99 at Hulu and Disney Plus
Both Disney Plus and Hulu's ad-supported plans are normally just under $11 dollars a month for a bundle, but you can now get them both for $2.99 a month, representing a saving of more than 72% on annual plan. Sadly, you'll have to watch commercials on both streaming services, but with a saving of over $200 on offer compared to if you bought both services separately, we suspect you'll think it's a price worth paying. Offer ends on December 3.
More great Black Friday Hulu deals
Hulu, Disney Plus and Max bundle: was $29.99 per month now $16.99 at Hulu
This offers gets you the all-new mega bundle, which includes Hulu, Disney Plus and Max subscriptions, for three-months for 43% off buying each service on its own. One thing to note is that this bundle offer only applies to each service's ad-supported plan so don't expect to find premium features as part of this bundle. But you do unlock access to the best Disney Plus movies, the best Disney Plus shows, the best Max shows and the best Max movies alongside great Hulu's great content library.
Hulu with ads or ad-free plans: was $17.99 for one-month now $0 at Hulu
Like the bundle offers above, this introductory deal is not part of the Black Friday sales but it's a great way to try out Hulu. New and eligible returning customers can try out Hulu's on-demand plans with a 30-day Hulu free trial, which is four times longer than its usual 7-day free trial offer. Thereafter, you'll have to pay $7.99 a month for its with-ads plan, or $17.99 a month to cut out the commercials. A free trial has also returned for its Hulu with Live TV plan. New subscribers can try the cord cutting service for 3 days. Find out more about how to get a Hulu free trial in our guide.
Hulu with ads plan: was $7.99 a month now $1.99 at Hulu
While this offer isn't directly linked to Black Friday, there's no way we could ignore it in this roundup of the best Hulu deals as it gets students a massive 75% saving off their streaming bills. If you're wondering how to get a Hulu student discount, it's very straightforward as it only requires you to verify that you're enrolled at a US Title IV accredited college or university. The deal is available for as long as you stay a student and means you can stream these three shows with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes.
As TechRadar's senior entertainment editor, I'm always on the hunt for what's worth watching on the best streaming services at any given time. It's what I use to base my recommendations on which services to sign up to or cancel from month to month to make sure subscription hoppers are not missing out on popular new releases. I'm here to help you get the best out of your streaming services and to make sure you get the best on-demand entertainment for less.
Once you've signed up for one of the great Hulu deals in the guide above make sure to look at our picks of the best Hulu movies and best Hulu shows to start making the most of your new subscription.
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Amelia became the Senior Editor for Home Entertainment at TechRadar in the UK in April 2023. With a background of more than eight years in tech and finance publishing, she's now leading our coverage to bring you a fresh perspective on everything to do with TV and audio. When she's not tinkering with the latest gadgets and gizmos in the ever-evolving world of home entertainment, you’ll find her watching movies, taking pictures and travelling.