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As winter winds down and spring spending creeps in, it’s a smart moment to reassess the monthly charges that quietly renew in the background — and streaming subscriptions are often the easiest place to start trimming.
Americans now spend an average of $84 a month on the best streaming services, according to Lending Tree, and that total keeps climbing as prices rise and new tiers roll out. But there’s no rule that says you have to stay subscribed year-round. You can save a chunk of money by pausing a service or two. It’s easy to hop back in when a must-watch show or movie drops.
For March 2026, I recommend canceling Apple TV and Peacock. Their current lineups make this a natural window to step away, save a little money and return next month. Here’s why cutting Peacock and Apple TV this month could be a smart move.
Why I'd cancel Apple TV in March 2025
No one doubts the quality of Apple TV; when it lands a hit, it really lands. The platform has built a reputation for and prestige originals packed with stars and boasting high production values. The catch is volume: Apple TV is still a curated boutique compared with its rivals, and that makes quieter months, like March, more noticeable.
There are only three major new Apple TV releases in March, and the biggest doesn't land until the very end of the month. "For All Mankind" returns for its fifth season on March 27, continuing the space drama’s alternate-history saga. The new season jumps ahead in the years following the Goldilocks asteroid heist, with Happy Valley now a bustling Martian colony. But tensions are rising as Earth’s governments try to impose order on a frontier that no longer wants oversight.
The late premiere date, with just one episode, means you won't miss much if you cancel Apple TV in March. You can easily catch up in April, while saving a bit of cash.
The other title that might make you hesitate is "Imperfect Women," a glossy psychological thriller led by Elisabeth Moss, Kerry Washington and Kate Mara. Based on Araminta Hall's novel, the eight-part drama follows three lifelong friends whose bond fractures after a devastating crime forces buried secrets to the surface. "Imperfect Women" debuts March 18 with two episodes, then will air weekly after, so again, this is a show you can binge down the road.
The third noteworthy release is "The Hunt" on March 4, a French thriller that finally debuts after a delay tied to now-resolved plagiarism allegations involving creator-director Cédric Anger. Benoît Magimel stars as Franck, whose routine hunting trip with friends turns deadly when a rival group begins targeting them without warning. The survivors keep the incident secret, but back home with his wife, played by Mélanie Laurent, Franck can’t shake the sense that the men are still coming for revenge.
The only other consideration against canceling Apple TV in March is the ongoing run of "Shrinking" season 3. You would miss four half-hour episodes, true, but the season finale isn't until April 8. Binge-watching two hours before the last episode will be a breeze.
Why I'd cancel Peacock in March 2026
Peacock’s lineup feels especially quiet in March now that their big live-sports tentpoles, the Super Bowl and Winter Olympics, are over. Their only big new original this month is "Ted" season 2, which debuts on March 5 with all eight episodes.
Season 2 features the same raunchy humor and coming-of-age antics fans love. Set in 1994, it follows foul-mouthed teddy bear Ted and his awkward best friend John through senior year in their chaotic Boston household. Between John’s blustering dad Matty, endlessly sweet mom Susan and outspoken cousin Blaire, family tensions run high.
The only other noteworthy addition to Peacock in March is the arrival of "Wicked: For Good." The second part of the blockbuster adaptation reunites Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande) for the epic ending of their magical adventure. The regular movie version is also joined by "Wicked: For Good Sing Along."
How much you'll save by canceling Apple TV and Peacock
If you hit cancel both Peacock and Apple TV for March, the savings add up faster than you might expect.
Apple TV costs $12.99/month, while Peacock’s tiers range from $7.99 for Select (which excludes originals, movies, and sports) to $10.99 for Premium with ads, and $16.99 for Premium Plus with no ads and downloads.
Skipping both for a month can easily free up $20–$30 or more. Not a fortune, but a welcome breather. Both services will roll out new content later in the year, so you can cancel now, reset your budget and jump back in when the next can’t-miss release drops.
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