ESPN launched a new direct service to the consumer this month. The service offers major improvements in streaming and ESPN applications. Here are key facts:
New details of the streaming plan
When was ESPN directly launched to the consumer?
The service brought the complete suite of ESPN networks and services directly to fans from August 21.
How can I subscribe to ESPN directly to consumers?
Fans can register for the new service here.
What plans offer ESPN directly to consumers?
Fans can choose from two plans:
Unlimited Espn plan
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Access to all the linear networks of ESPN – ESPN, ESPN2, Espnu, EspNews, Espn Deportes, dry Network, ACC Network – In addition to ESPN on ABC, ESPN +, ESPN3, SECN + and ACCNX
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47,000 live events per year, reproductive replay, studio shows, original programming and more
Espn select plan
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Access to all content available on ESPN +
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More than 32,000 live sporting events per year, a robust exclusive studio emission library, reruns on demand, original acclaimed and more content
How much is every plan?
Unlimited Espn plan: $ 29.99 per month or $ 299.99 per year
Espn select plan: $ 11.99 per month or $ 119.99 per year
A special offer is available for Disney +, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Bundle (with advertisements on Disney + and Hulu) at $ 29.99 per month during the first 12 months.
What is only available on the ESPN Unlimited plan compared to the ESPN Select plan?
Subscribers of the Unlimited ESPN plan have access to all ESPN networks, including ESPN +, with events like NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, Tennis and Golf Majors, High Level University Football and Basketball, WWE and cover in the playoffs of all those and more.
ESPN Select Plan subscribers only have access to ESPN +, with high -level football, PGA Tour, NHL, UFC and a selection of university, tennis, PLL, UFL and other leagues.
Do you have access to ESPN Unlimited as part of your Pay-TV package?
Hulu + Live TV, Directv (Streaming only), FUBO TV and Spectrum TV can already get the ESPN Unlimited plan as part of their Pay-TV package, with more to come. To activate your ESPN plan or to find out more, please visit the Activation FAQ support for ESPN fans.
Will the two plans include advertising?
Like linear television, the two plans will have advertisements during live events and studio shows. Backdle options with Disney + and Hulu will be available with or without ads on these platforms.
New Details of the Apples Plan
How will ESPN be an impact on the global experience of the ESPN application?
The improved ESPN application incorporates game statistics, Paris information, fantastic sports, business, multi-commenta and personalization options and personalization Sportscent for you. The new features and features will be available for all fans who look at the sport on the ESPN application, whether they subscribe directly or via Pay-TV.
If I already use the existing ESPN application, should I download something else with ESPN directly to the consumer?
All features will be available in the existing ESPN application on mobile devices and connected television.
ESPN impact directly to consumers on the existing levels
If I am an ESPN +subscriber, will I always have access to the same content?
ESPN + will continue to be available in various ways. Existing ESPN + subscribers will become SELECT ESPN Subscribers.
How will ESPN Direct-to-Consumer have an impact on existing Disney + / Hulu / ESPN + Bundle subscribers?
Disney + / Hulu / ESPN + subscribers will become subscribers to a Disney + / Hulu / ESPN + Select Bake and continue to receive the same content via ESPN and Disney +applications.
Can subscribers still get ESPN via cable beams with direct consumers?
ESPN will continue to be distributed via paid television suppliers. Pay TV subscribers will have access to the improved features of the ESPN application via their PAY-TV subscriptions.
Following steps
What other developments does this new direct ESPN service with consumers have an impact in the future?
Two historic transactions were announced in August which will extend the media imprint of ESPN and improve the entertainment experience for sports enthusiasts more.
In an agreement that will see the NFL obtain a 10% stake in the All-Sports network, ESPN acquires the NFL Network and other media assets of the National Football League, including the linear rights of the popular League Redzone Channel. ESPN will also buy the fantastic product of the NFL and merger it in its existing platform, making the ESPN Fantasy Football the Official Match of the NFL. With this agreement, the NFL network will be integrated into the new streaming product directly to ESPN consumers, and it will continue to be available on paid television providers.
In addition, a new agreement between World Wrestling Entertainment and ESPN will allow Wrestlemania to be part of the streaming service directly to ESPN consumers from 2026. The agreement includes two -night events such as Wrestlemania and Summerslam, as well as other live events from WWE Premium, in particular Royal Rumble, series of survivors and annene.
Are there next fans that fans should be aware?
Five NFL matches on August 23 will have used areas, as the dark areas indicate in the cards below. The viewers of these areas can see the game via their applicable local station.
