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Disney+ reveals app redesign coming soon to iOS and tvOS
Disney+ will replace the Star hub with Hulu internationally on October 8, enhancing content discovery and preparing for a unified app experience by 2026, Disney said.
- On October 8, Disney will replace the Star hub with Hulu on Disney+ in international markets, making Hulu the global general-entertainment brand outside the core Disney umbrella.
- Earlier this year Disney completed full control of Hulu, preparing for a unified app and boosting Hulu's global awareness, as it positions Hulu internationally.
- The update adds a Hulu tab, a `For You` personalization feed, new navigation, badges, a `Live` tab and iOS widgets to enhance discovery.
- Subscribers are told their existing Star shows will remain accessible, migrating into Hulu on Disney+, while some plans rise to $11.99 and $18.99 starting Oct. 21.
- Disney plans further integrations next year as it builds toward a unified app, with additional UX updates and a phase-out of the standalone Hulu app by 2026.
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