This Black Friday 2025, the biggest savings are not just on gadgets but on your monthly entertainment subscriptions. Following a year of consistent price hikes across the entertainment sector, major US streaming platforms have announced unprecedented subscription deals, offering significant relief to consumers.
Massive Price Cuts from Streaming Giants
Leading the charge is HBO Max, which has unveiled its most generous Black Friday offer to date, surpassing its previous promotions from 2023 and 2024. The platform has slashed the price of its Basic With Ads plan by a staggering 70%. New and returning subscribers can sign up for just $2.99 per month for an entire year. With the recent price increase to $10.99 per month, this deal translates to an annual cost of only $35.88, saving users approximately 73%.
For those seeking variety, a bundled offer from Disney+ and Hulu presents a compelling option. As reported by Mashable, consumers can get both Disney+ and Hulu (with ads) together for $4.99 per month for 12 months. This is an $8 monthly discount from the standard combined price of $12.99, leading to total savings of $96 over the year.
Premium Platforms and Exclusive Offers
Apple TV+, which recently increased its monthly price by 30% to $12.99, is also offering a premium discount. Subscribers can now access the service for $5.99 per month for six months. This provides a half-year of access to its acclaimed all-original lineup, including popular shows and movies, resulting in total savings of $42.
Beyond these, several other attractive deals are available. Walmart+ members can get a year of Peacock or Paramount+ for free with their $49 annual membership. For cinema enthusiasts, The Criterion Channel is offering its yearly subscription for $74.99, saving $25 with the code BLACKFRIDAY25. Paramount+ itself has a deal for new users at $2.99 per month for the first two months, saving a total of $20.
Summary of Top Black Friday Streaming Deals
Here is a quick overview of the best offers available this season:
- Best Overall Deal: HBO Max Basic with ads for $2.99/month for 12 months.
- Best Bundle Deal: Disney+ and Hulu (with ads) for $4.99/month for 12 months.
- Best Apple Deal: Apple TV+ for $5.99/month for 6 months.
- Best Free Streaming: Peacock or Paramount+ free with a $49/year Walmart+ membership.
These Black Friday 2025 streaming deals represent a perfect opportunity for consumers to enjoy premium content from top platforms at a fraction of the cost, effectively reducing their annual entertainment expenses.
