Hulu set to keep existing as standalone streaming service and app (for now)

Disney confirmed on May 20, 2026, that Hulu will continue operating as a standalone streaming service in the United States with no current plans to discontinue the Hulu app. The announcement came amid speculation about Hulu's future as Disney pushes deeper integration between Hulu and Disney+, with a unified streaming experience for bundle subscribers expected to launch later in 2026. Despite these integration efforts, Disney stated there are no plans to shut down the Hulu app or merge it completely into Disney+ at this time, and Hulu will maintain its separate identity and interface for users who prefer it.

Source: Ars Technica | 2026-05-20