Disney Plus review

Disney Plus landed in the UK in 2020 and brought with it a wealth of content - it's the home of popular films from the Marvel franchise as well as the family classics we all associate with Disney.

But with so many streaming services to choose from, costs can mount up. We look at what Disney Plus offers to help you decide whether to take the plunge.

See how the cost of Disney Plus stacks up against other popular options using our best and worst TV streaming services.

What is Disney Plus?

Disney Plus is the latest member of the increasingly crowded TV streaming market and is going up against heavyweights such as Amazon Prime Video and Netflix. Disney is hoping that its large library of wide-ranging content from The Simpsons to The Avengers will entice people to sign up.

Disney Plus reviewed

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What's on Disney Plus?

Disney Plus claims to have more than 1,000 movies and TV series available, and has content ranging from:

• Disney animated classics, such as The Jungle Book, Lion King and Dumbo
• Films and original TV shows from Marvel, including The Avengers and WandaVision
• Exclusive films such as Inside Out 2, Avatar: The Way of Water and The Marvels
• Original and back-catalogue content from the ‘Star Wars’ universe, including The Mandalorian, Andor, and Obi-Wan Kenobi
• National Geographic content, including Wicked Tuna and Brain Games
• Pixar films, including Luca, Soul and the Toy Story franchise.

What is Star on Disney Plus?

Disney expanded its range of content with the addition of Star – a more adult-themed mix of TV shows, films and original programming. Alongside this came enhanced parental controls, so you can be sure kids are kept a safe distance from anything that might be deemed inappropriate.

Star content includes popular TV shows like 24, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Grey's Anatomy and The X-Files. You'll also find a range of film favourites, from Braveheart to White Men Can't Jump. 

You don't need to do anything to get Star – content should be ready and waiting for you under the Star category.

How much is Disney Plus?

Disney Plus offers three different subscription options:

Disney+ Standard with Ads: £4.99 per month

• Approximately four minutes of adverts per hour of streaming - usually before and after films or television shows
• Access to the full Disney Plus catalogue
• Watch in Full HD
• Stream on two devices at a time
• No downloads

Disney+ Standard: £8.99 per month

• You can save over 15% by paying £89.90 for an annual subscription.
• Unlimited advert-free films and TV shows
• Watch in Full HD
• Stream on two devices at a time
• Downloads on up to 10 devices

Disney+ Premium: £12.99

• You can save over 15% by paying £129.90 for an annual subscription
• Unlimited advert-free films and TV shows
• Watch in Ultra HD
• Stream on four devices at a time
• Downloads on up to 10 devices

Standard with Ads, Standard and Premium plan users can also add on one Extra Member plans to their subscription. This plan is for people who live outside the Disney Plus household associated with the main account.

Extra Member

• The extra member will receive the same content and features as the main account holder
• The price of the plan differs depending on the main account it is associated with. Costs are:
  Standard with Ads: £3.99
  Standard and Premium: £4.99
• Stream on one device at a time
• You'll be charged monthly, even if the main account holder has an annual plan

Find out how Disney Plus compares to the cost of other popular options in our comparison of TV streaming services.

What is Premier Access on Disney Plus?

Disney Plus occasionally allows some subscribers first access to some cinematic releases for an additional fee - 'Premier Access' is an add-on that allows you to watch certain new films at the same time they are available in cinemas for an extra £19.99 per film - a potentially cost-effective option for films the whole family will enjoy, though Disney Plus hasn't offered Premier Access for a couple of years.

However, it's worth keeping in mind that Premier Access films will eventually also become available to all Disney+ subscribers. 

How can I watch Disney Plus?

The Disney Plus app is available to download on a range of devices, including: 

• Amazon Fire Tablet
• Amazon Fire TV
• Android
• Apple TV
• Chromecast
• iOS
• PS4 & PS5
• Xbox One, Series X, Series S
• Sky Q
• Web browsers

How to watch Disney Plus on your TV

Most newer TVs should offer access to Disney Plus through an pre-installed app, or you'll be able to download one through your TV interface to login and start watching.

Those with older sets can looking at purchasing a streaming device, like an Amazon Fire Stick, or using a games console.

How many people can watch Disney Plus at the same time?

Disney Plus allows for up to four streams at the same time, depending on which tier of subscription you have. It also offers the ability to set up to seven different profiles per account.

Can you download Disney Plus content to watch offline?

If you have a Standard or Premium subscription, Disney Plus allows you to download as much content as you'd like on up to 10 devices with no limit on how long the download can stay on your device.

Does 4K cost more on Disney Plus?

Yes - if you want to watch 4K content, you'll need to sign up to Disney+Premium. The Standard and Standard with Ads plans offer Full HD streaming.

Is Disney Plus the same as DisneyLife?

DisneyLife was Disney's previous streaming platform and hosted lots of its movies and films (but not Marvel, Star Wars or National Geographic content). DisneyLife no longer exists - it was replaced with Disney Plus and existing customers were moved over to the new platform when it has launched.

For more information or to sign up and get started, visit Disney Plus.