ESPN DTC (direct-to-consumer) is set to launch on August 21, 2025. When it does, this direct-to-consumer offering will be the hub for all ESPN content. It will also create an opportunity for even more sports. Today, Disney announced that ESPN DTC will be offering a combined bundle offer with FOX One. This bundle offer will allow consumers to purchase the two services bundled together, starting October 2, for $39.99 per month.
“Working with FOX One on this bundle offer allows us to bring ESPN’s world-class sports content to even more fans in a seamless and innovative way,” said Sean Breen, EVP, Disney Platform Distribution. “This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering premium experiences across platforms and meeting consumers where they are — anytime, anywhere.”
“Announcing ESPN as our first bundle partner is evidence of our desire to deliver the best possible value and viewing experience to our shared customers,” said Tony Billetter, SVP, Strategy and Business Development, FOX Direct to Consumer. “Viewers will have access to an incredible portfolio of content through this bundle, including NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, College Football and Basketball, NASCAR, INDYCAR, UFC, as well as the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and more as we continue to look for opportunities to streamline the user experience, especially for the ultimate sports fan.”
When ESPN DTC launches, subscribers will have access to all of ESPN’s linear networks. This includes ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes — in addition to ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, SECN+, and ACCNX. This will provide access to over 47,000 live events each year, on-demand replays, studio shows, original programming, as well as newly expanded NFL content and more. More information can be found at Stream.ESPN.com.
The other half of this bundle, FOX One, will bring all of FOX’s leading News, Sports, and Entertainment-branded content together on one streaming platform. This will give cord-cutters the opportunity of having live streaming and on-demand access to the full portfolio of FOX brands that include FOX News Channel, FOX Business, FOX Weather, FOX Sports, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, FOX Deportes, FOX Local Stations, and the FOX Network. They can also bundle FOX Nation and B1G+ within the platform if they choose. Details and updates about the upcoming FOX One service can be found at FOXOne.com.
Both ESPN DTC and FOX One will be individually available starting on August 21st. The combined bundle with both of these services will be available to purchase starting on October 2nd.
The ESPN DTC offering and FOX One service will both individually become available to consumers beginning August 21 and the combined bundle will be available for purchase beginning on October 2.
About ESPN DTC
All of ESPN. All in One Place. Coming August 21
For the first time ever, ESPN will offer its full suite of networks and services directly to fans, along with an enhanced ESPN App that integrates game stats, betting information, fantasy sports, commerce, multiview options and a personalized SportsCenter For You. Designed to give fans more choice, flexibility and access to all of ESPN, these new features and functionality will be available to all fans who watch on the ESPN App on mobile and connected TV devices, whether they subscribe directly or through a traditional pay TV package.
What do you think of this bundle option for ESPN DTC and FOX One? Will you be utilizing it? Are you looking forward to these new streaming options? Will you be getting either of them? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
