Stream ON with
Advertising on

Where the
Greatest Stories
Call Home

(2024 in Review)

Marking its second year this December, Disney+ AVOD (ad-supported) continues to prove why it’s the go-to streaming destination for audiences and advertisers alike — driving ad-supported growth and expanded access to some of the most beloved stories and franchises of all time, under one roof.

Let’s look back at the biggest moments of 2024 on Disney+, and what advertisers can look forward to in 2025.

Stream ON with Advertising on

Where the Greatest Stories Call Home

(2024 in Review)

Marking its second year this December, Disney+ AVOD (ad-supported) continues to prove why it’s the go-to streaming destination for audiences and advertisers alike — driving ad-supported growth and expanded access to some of the most beloved stories and franchises of all time, under one roof.

Let’s look back at the biggest moments of 2024 on Disney+, and what advertisers can look forward to in 2025.

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Premiere on Disney+
2024
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Views in the first 6 days Most streamed live action film on Disney+ worldwide

The Most Streamed Movie of

2020

and over the last 5 years combined!

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Premiere on Disney+
in 2024

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in the first 6 days
(most streamed live action film on Disney+ worldwide)

The Most Streamed Movie of

2020

and over the last 5 years combined!

Movie titles captured almost half (46%) of time spent on Disney+ in 2024

Source: Inside Out/Marvel: Disney+ First Party Data. Moana and Time Spent on Movies: Nielsen (NPower/Streaming Meter Panel), 1/1/24-7/31/24 & 10/25/24-12/1/24, All SCR Originators, Streaming Sources Amazon, Apple+, D+, Hulu, Netflix, Max, Paramount Plus, Peacock, Movies based on Feature Film Summary Type Code, data is based on A18+ Viewing Hours, ad-supported and ad-free viewing included. Nielsen Streaming Content Ratings – National Panel- CY 2020 – CY 2024, Base P2+.

Serving Every Streamer

Across the Globe and Growing

2024 Milestones

Disney+
Audiences At a Glance

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Average Monthly Viewers
(Ad-Free & Ad-Supported)
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of new Subscribers choose
the ad-tier at signup

(up 159% ad-tier subscribers YoY)

Source: Monthly Viewers: Nielsen Streaming Platform Ratings, L7, P2+, CTV only, ad-supported and ad-free viewing, July 2023-June 2024. AVOD Sign-Ups & YoY Increase: Antenna+ Dashboard, July 2024.
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Average Monthly Viewers
(Ad-Free & Ad-Supported)

Disney+
Audiences At a Glance

Source: Monthly Viewers: Nielsen Streaming Platform Ratings, L7, P2+, CTV only, ad-supported and ad-free viewing, July 2023-June 2024. AVOD Sign-Ups & YoY Increase: Antenna+ Dashboard, July 2024.
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of new Subscribers choose
the ad-tier at signup

(up 159% ad-tier subscribers YoY)

Disney+
Audiences At a Glance

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Average Monthly Viewers
(Ad-Free & Ad-Supported)
0 %
of new Subscribers choose
the ad tier at signup

Source: Monthly Viewers: Nielsen Streaming Platform Ratings, L7, P2+, CTV only, ad-supported and ad-free viewing, July 2023-June 2024. AVOD Sign-Ups & YoY Increase: Antenna+ Dashboard, July 2024.

Disney+
Audiences At a Glance

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Average Monthly Viewers
(Ad-Free & Ad-Supported)

Source: TBD (ad-free and ad-supported viewing)

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of new Subscribers choose
the ad tier at signup
(up +159% ad-tier subscribers YoY)

Source: TBD (ad-free and ad-supported viewing)

Game ON with

ESPN on Disney+

Hulu on Disney+ launched earlier this year, making it easier than ever for subscribers to enjoy the best in entertainment, all in one place. Now, we’re raising the bar with ESPN on Disney+, uniting the power of storytelling and sports like never before.

For subscribers, this means unmatched convenience, value, and discoverability. 

For advertisers, we’re unlocking more opportunities to connect with engaged audiences through the stories and sports they love most.

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of current Disney+ subscribers are sports fans
+ 0 %
incremental reach when Disney+ is added to the ESPN video offering
0 %
of all sports viewing happens on ESPN and ABC (more than any other network)

Source: Disney+ Sports Fans: GfK MRI Simmons Sports Fan Study, past month usage (D+, ESPN digital, E+), Base: A18+ . Incremental Reach: Nielsen (NMI), Aug ’23 – July ’24 Monthly Average, Total Universe, A18+. Sports Viewing: Nelson Media Research, 2023 , P2+.

Driving AVOD Growth
with the Combined Power of

BRAND LOYALTY

0 %
of Disney+ and Hulu AVOD subscribers do not subscribe to other premium AVOD services

Source: Campaign Efficiency: Disney Internal Data, 2024. Brand Loyalty: Antenna Custom Analysis, June 2024.

CAMPAIGN
EFFICIENCY

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Audience overlap across Disney+ and Hulu with DSE campaigns

Reach engaged audiences
on Disney+ and Hulu in a
single buy with

Driving AVOD Growth
with the Combined Power of

0 %
of Disney+ and Hulu AVOD subscribers do not subscribe to other premium AVOD services
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Audience overlap across Disney+ and Hulu with DSE campaigns

Source: Campaign Efficiency: Disney Internal Data, 2024. Brand Loyalty: Antenna Custom Analysis, June 2024.

Driving AVOD Growth
with the Combined
Power of

BRAND LOYALTY

0 %
of Disney+ and Hulu AVOD subscribers do not subscribe to other premium AVOD services

CAMPAIGN
EFFICIENCY

0 %
Audience overlap across Disney+ and Hulu with DSE campaigns

Source: Campaign Efficiency: Disney Internal Data, 2024. Brand Loyalty: Antenna Custom Analysis, June 2024.

Reach engaged audiences on Disney+ and Hulu in a single buy with

Fandom Makes

All the Difference

in Streaming

In a world with endless streaming options, audiences know to turn to Disney+ to find their favorite Marvel and Star Wars hits, or where to stream Pixar’s Inside Out 2all thanks to Disney’s unrivaled brand resonance and rich library. 

From blockbuster theatrical releases on streaming, to exclusive Disney+ Originals, and with over 140K movies and episodes (including Hulu on Disney+ content), Disney+ is where the greatest stories call home.

was the top Disney+ Original in 2024

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growth in monthly
viewership vs. 2023
+ 0 %
increased viewership during major holidays
vs. the average day of the year
+ 0 %
growth in monthly
viewership vs. 2023
+ 0 %
increased viewership during major holidays vs. the average day of the year

Activate Ad-Supported Disney+ Audiences via Direct IO or Programmatic Marketplaces

Activate Ad-Supported Disney+ Audiences via Direct IO or Programmatic Marketplaces

Source: Nielsen NPower. January –July, November 2023 and 2024 (Nielsen Dates). L7. Base: P2+. CTV Only. Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, NYE, and NYD point includes Christmas and NYE data measured from July 2022 – July 2024.

Kicking off 2025 Strong:

Streaming Soon on Disney+

JAN – MAR

JAN – MAR

What's

Next for Disney+ AVOD

Looking forward to 2025, Disney continues to set the stage for audiences and advertisers to
connect in meaningful ways. With storytelling excellence and industry-leading ad innovation,
Disney+ delivers an exceptional streaming experience—paving the way for brands to make an impact.

Powering the Future of Advertising on Disney+ AVOD

New and Coming Soon!

Disney’s Magic Words

Contextual advertising that pairs brands optimal creative with Disney content.

Advanced Ad Products

Hulu’s viewer-first ad products – Gateway Go, Pause Ad, Ad Selector – are coming to the ad-supported tier of Disney+ and beyond in 2025.

Automation Enhancements

Expansion of Disney+ to Disney Campaign Manager, unlocking access to more premium content at scale.

Powering the Future of Advertising on Disney+
New and Coming Soon

Powering the Future of Advertising on Disney+ AVOD
New and Coming Soon!

Disney’s Magic Words

Contextual advertising that pairs brands optimal creative with Disney content.

Advanced Ad Products

Hulu’s viewer-first ad products – Gateway Go, Pause Ad, Ad Selector – are coming to Disney+ in 2025.

Automation Enhancements

Expansion of Disney+ to Disney Campaign Manager, unlocking access to more premium content at scale.
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