“Americans spent an average of $42.38 a month on streaming in 2025,” says Reviews.org, but that’s actually down 23% from last year as more people cancel and rotate subscriptions in order to save money. With nearly every major platform hiking its prices this year, from Netflix to Disney+, the pressure on household budgets is real.
Black Friday has become that one moment when high-end entertainment again becomes really affordable. These short-window offers for the budget-conscious streamer lock in several months of savings, ensuring top shows, movies, and live sports without paying full freight. This year’s lineup includes rare discounts from services that almost never go on sale, deep cuts on annual plans, and bundle perks that stretch across 2026.
Below is a curated look at the most valuable Black Friday streaming deals live now, plus why each matters for anyone trying to trim their entertainment bill without sacrificing quality.
1. HBO Max for $2.99 a Month All Year
One of the most aggressive offers of 2025 so far, HBO Max’s Basic with Ads plan is down to $2.99 per month for 12 months – a 73% discount off of its usual $10.99 rate. That’s $96 in annual savings and bests the streamer’s own Black Friday deals from 2023 and 2024, which only covered six months.
It’s available to new and returning subscribers, and runs through Dec. 1. Available straight or via Prime Video Channels, the latter of course requires a Prime membership. The HBO Max library includes everything from Warner Bros. films and A24 theatrical releases, to Emmy‑winners like The Pitt, and even live sports through the B/R Sports add‑on. With 2026 set to bring House of the Dragon Season 3 and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, this is a high‑value lock‑in.
2. Apple TV+ Half Price for Six Months
Apple TV+ rarely discounts, so $5.99 per month for six months is a pretty big deal. That’s more than 50% off the usual $12.99 a month rate, and you get the same ad‑free, 4K HDR streaming the service is known for.
It’s available for new and eligible returning subscribers until Dec. 1, and this deal on the Prime Video add‑on delivers prestige originals like Severance, Slow Horses and Silo, plus upcoming releases including Masters of the Air. Time it with overlapping premieres, and the six‑month window covers a full slate of high-profile series without paying full price.
3. Disney+ and Hulu Bundle – $4.99
Disney is offering its ad-supported Disney+ and Hulu bundle for $4.99 per month for 12 months, down from $12.99. That’s more than a 60% saving in exchange for access to both libraries, including Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar, FX, and Hulu originals.
This deal is available to new and returning eligible subscribers through Dec. 1. Considering Hulu is set to be integrated into Disney+ sometime in 2026, this bundle enables you to enjoy the services now while locking in one year of the pre-merger cost savings.
4. Walmart+ with Peacock or Paramount+
Walmart+ annual memberships are half‑price at $49 for the first year, and now include a choice of Peacock Premium or Paramount+ Essential for no extra cost. Members can even switch between the two every 90 days.
This deal runs through Dec. 2 and works best for households that already use Walmart’s delivery and shopping perks. Peacock brings NBC hits, Universal films and live sports meanwhile, Paramount+ offers CBS content, Showtime originals, and major movie releases like Gladiator II.
5. Hallmark+ for $2 During the Holidays
For seasonal viewing, Hallmark+ through Prime Video Channels is just $2 a month for two months, down from $7.99. That’s a 75 percent discount and ideal for catching the network’s slate of Christmas movies and rom‑coms.
Due to the offer’s relatively short term, it is optimally activated in late November or December in order to drive holiday content. After the promo ends, a subscription auto-renews at the standard rate unless canceled.
6. Starz Annual Plan : $11.99
Starz has now slashed its first‑year annual plan down to $11.99 from the usual price of $69.99. That’s less than $1 a month to get access to series such as Outlander: Blood of My Blood, BMF, and Power Book IV: Force.
It’s available during the Black Friday window and represents one of the cheapest ways to secure a premium movie and TV library for all of 2026. Those who’d rather not commit on an annual basis will find that monthly plans have been discounted to $2.99 for three months.
7. Audible Premium Plus for $0.99
Though not video streaming, Audible’s Black Friday deal is worth mentioning for media budgets. At $0.99 a month for three months and with a $20 Audible credit subscribers receive one premium audiobook per month and full access to the Plus catalog. Normally $14.95 per month, this offer is perfect for audiobook lovers looking to add some variety into their entertainment mix without breaking the bank.
8. Prime Video Add‑On Channels Up to 75% Off
For a limited time, through Dec. 1, Prime Video is discounting more than 30 add‑on channels by up to 75% for the first two months. Options include AMC+, BritBox, Crunchyroll, MGM+, and many others. This is a low‑risk way to binge specific shows like Interview with the Vampire on AMC+ or Shetland on BritBox then cancel before full pricing resumes. In addition, all of these add‑ons require a Prime membership.
9. Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited Sports Bundle
For the sports lovers, the Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Unlimited deal comes in at $29.99 with ads for 12 months, or $38.99 for ad-free Disney+ and Hulu. The deal is good through Jan. 5, 2026, for new or returning subscribers who are eligible. It includes ESPN’s live coverage of major leagues, plus entertainment hits like The Bear, Loki, and Andor. For households that watch both sports and scripted content year‑round, this bundle consolidates costs into one discounted plan. In 2025, when streaming prices rise across the board, these Black Friday deals represent some of the few opportunities one will get to lock in premium content at pre‑hike rates.
The smartest play is to match each promo’s length to viewing plans, set reminders before renewals, and rotate services through the year. When done right, these offers can keep 2026’s entertainment budget lean without skipping the shows, movies, and sports that matter most.
