By Genelle Gogue
Recently, Disney+ was launched and it has taken the top spot over other streaming platforms. Since the launch on Nov. 12, other platforms have faced a loss of revenue. There are three main streaming platforms: Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+. As someone who has all three, I am qualifies to point out the obvious differences between all the programs.
Netflix: $8.99 to $15.99 per month
Netflix offers a variety of TV shows and movies. Although Disney took off most of their titles, some of their movies and shows are still on the platform and Nickelodeon has just added some of their titles as well. Netflix’s main advantage over the other programs would be their originals. Netflix’s most popular originals are “Stranger Things” and “Orange Is The New Black.” The two shows have been awarded several times for not only the quality of the show itself but the actors’ performances as well. For the most part, you can get a majority of their shows and movies on the other platforms, but their originals are what you can’t get anywhere else. Netflix is good for those who want a wide range of different movies and shows and even some interesting originals you can’t get anywhere else.
Hulu: $5.99 to $44.99 per month
Hulu offers more recent and up to date movies and TV shows that make their program more appealing to certain subscribers. For their older movies, they have many old-time favorites which again make it more appealing to certain subscribers. One pro for Hulu is that they also have originals such as “The Handmaid’s Tale” and “The Act.” Both shows have received several awards and much praise. Another pro for Hulu is that if subscribers opt for the $44.99 plan a month, it is called Hulu Live. They get all the regular Hulu benefits on top of cable TV shows and movies. Hulu Live is a great option for those looking to cut their television bills down.
Disney+: $6.99 per month
Disney+ offers all things Disney. It ranges from the Disney classics from the 60s to current movies released this year. Their movie options range from “Remember The Titans” to “The Last Song” and all the way to “Cinderella”. For the shows, they have old classics such as “Boy meets world” to the new favorites like “Andi Mack.” Unfortunately, there are some popular Disney movies and shows that aren’t on the platform, but there are still many great options. Disney+ is a great option for Disney fanatics and it is the cheapest option out of all three platforms. There are many pros and cons to each streaming platform, luckily they’re all laid out. Another option is the Hulu and Disney+ combination for just 12.99 a month, that way you can get the best of both worlds, pun intended.