Disney Channel comes to Disney+

Users of Disney+ will soon be able to access the Disney Channel within the streaming service. Disney announced this to the media magazine DWDL, among others. From May, the linear program of the Disney Channel will therefore also be available via Disney+. An active subscription is required, and there is no additional charge.

The Disney Channel is a linear television channel primarily aimed at children. In Germany, it is available on free-to-air TV and is already integrated into services like waipu.tv and MagentaTV. The Disney Channel is also already integrated into various satellite and cable packages. With its inclusion in Disney+, there will soon be another way to receive it.

"The integration of the Disney Channel on Disney+ is the next logical step," DWDL quotes Disney manager Eun-Ky Park. "We are combining orientation and a shared viewing experience with the flexibility of streaming, offering our audience even more choice at no additional cost." The Disney Channel's program can be viewed on the official website.

ESPN comes to Germany

In addition to the Disney Channel, Disney is also bringing ESPN to its German streaming service: The sports broadcaster's offering is set to be significantly expanded in Germany. Under the ESPN banner, women's football and American college sports are already bundled.

Over the course of the coming year, ESPN is set to offer a "diverse portfolio" of US sports leagues such as the NBA (basketball) and NHL (ice hockey) in Germany, Disney announced. Both sports leagues are to be available internationally from the upcoming 2026-2027 season – including live broadcasts that will partly take place in the middle of the night in Europe. Additionally, Disney+ subscribers will gain access to ESPN documentaries like the "30 for 30" series and be able to watch news programs from the world of sports.

(dahe)