It’s officially October Prime Day, Amazon’s big fall sales event, and we’ve already spotted some fantastic deals, including the popular ‘Buy 2 Get 1 Free’ offer on books and movies. While Prime Day is great for everyday essentials and impulse buys, I’m always on the lookout for streaming discounts, and this year, it definitely paid off!
Even though Prime Video is offering discounts on several channel add-ons like HBO Max and AMC+, some of the most exciting streaming deals aren’t even part of Prime Day! These incredible offers are your chance to save before Disney+ and Hulu raise their prices. Here’s everything you need to know.
Prime Day’s Own Streaming Perks: Channel Add-On Discounts
Prime Video stands out as a unique streaming service, offering exclusive content like the “Fallout” TV show alongside a vast library of classic movies and series. It’s automatically included with a Prime membership, which is a sweet deal if you’re between 18 and 24, as you can snag it for 50% off.
Unlike many streaming platforms that offer limited bundles, Prime Video boasts a wide array of “Add-Ons.” These essentially function as channels, allowing you to access extensive libraries from major services directly through Prime Video without needing separate logins. Currently, Prime Video is running significant discounts on various bundled add-ons, including HBO Max and AMC+, saving you over 20%. While popular services like Disney+ and Netflix aren’t part of these particular Prime Day offers, there are still plenty of fantastic options with more wallet-friendly pricing.
Don’t Wait Until Black Friday: Grab These Streaming Deals Now!
For those who prefer standalone streaming subscriptions, you’re in luck too! Disney+ and Hulu are both increasing their prices on October 21st, making now the perfect moment to snag some discounts. While Hulu’s 2024 Black Friday deal was amazing at less than $1/month, keep in mind that the Hulu library will merge into Disney+ next year.
Currently, you can grab three months of Hulu + Live TV for just $64.99/month. This comprehensive live TV streaming package, which includes Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited, typically costs $82.99/month, saving you over $50! If live TV isn’t your priority, the new ESPN Unlimited service still offers discounted bundles with Disney+ and Hulu for new subscribers.
Plus, you can get a 30-day free trial of Apple TV+ without needing to purchase a new Apple product (though many Apple devices are discounted during Prime Day). And here’s a hot tip: Starz’s current offer of a full year for $30 actually beats last year’s Black Friday deal, which only gave you two months.