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A precious gem in many childhoods globally for its fairytales and sci-fi flicks, Disney took reign in the DTC space back in 2019 with the launch of its streaming service, Disney Plus. This strategic move by the media giant brought its licensed content, previously unavailable online, straight to at-home audiences at a relatively affordable cost.
Disney has catapulted into different universes, like Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, Hulu, and ESPN. And consequently, the company has undoubtedly cemented the fact that there’s a Disney film, show or documentary for everyone.
How much does Disney Plus cost in Australia?
When Disney Plus first arrived on the Australian streaming scene, it was considered the family-friendly alternative to Netflix and seemed to be worth the value. With no ads, four screens streaming at once, unlimited downloads for 10 devices and no restrictions on streaming resolution, there was not much else Disney could offer. Disney had pretty much every other streaming service trumped, as an alternative.
That was until March 2024, with the rollout of the new Premium subscription tier across Australia and New Zealand, which hiked up the price of the previous Standard offering. Subscribers did lose out on some of Disney Plus’ benefits, including four screens and 4K streaming.
In February 2025, Disney Plus announced pricing changes for both tiers, increasing by AU$2 for Standard and AU$3 for Premium. The new pricing was officially rolled out for all subscriptions in March. The platform remains ad-free across both tiers.
Disney Plus currently offers four subscription plans:
Standard (monthly) plan | AU$15.99
Premium (monthly) plan | AU$20.99
Standard (yearly) plan | AU$159.99
Premium (yearly) plan | AU$209.99
Standard plan
The standard plan has increased from AU$13.99p/m to AU$15.99p/m and from AU$139.99 to AU$159.99 annually in February. The plan only has two screens in HD resolution and up to 5.1 audio playback. The only thing you won’t miss out on is unlimited downloads across 10 devices.
Premium plan
In February, the plan increased from AU$17.99p/m to AU$20.99p/m, with annual subscriptions bumping from AU$179.99 to AU$209.99. The Premium tier features all of the inclusions originally included with Disney Plus — namely, four simultaneous streams in 4K HDR, Dolby Atmos audio and unlimited downloads across 10 devices.
How to pick the right plan for your needs
For most streaming services — Disney Plus included — plan prices typically revolve around two key factors: number of screens and streaming resolution. Obviously, some other factors go into this, like catalogue access and other non-streaming-related benefits, but for the most part, plans are based on the former.
As mentioned above, both standard and premium Disney Plus plans feature no ad breaks, and you can download unlimited amounts of content for offline viewing. The biggest factor now is determining how many screens you would need. If you live in a larger household with multiple devices or you’re keen for some 4K viewing, it may be worth forking out the extra AU$5p/m for a Premium plan. Otherwise, we’d recommend sticking with a Standard plan if you don’t require four concurrent streams.
For most households, a monthly subscription would suffice for multiple users and devices. However, if you’re looking to save some extra cash on subscription costs, then an annual plan may be the right choice for you.
Saving AU$48 for Standard and AU$63 for Premium per year with the current offer, an annual subscription offers the exact same benefits as a monthly subscription, but without recurrent billing. Currently, only six streaming services in AU offer yearly subscriptions — Binge, Disney Plus, Paramount Plus, Prime Video, BritBox and Apple TV Plus — and offer customers decent savings, so it might be worth switching over if you’re looking for more bang for your buck.
Are there ways to save on subscription costs?
For most subscribers, switching to an annual plan is the best way to save on subscription costs. This would save you AU$31.89 over the year for Standard subs, and AU$41.89 for Premium.
How does Disney Plus pricing compare to other services?
When it comes to comparing Disney Plus to other streaming services available in Australia, Disney is smack dab in the middle. While it’s not the cheapest for a monthly subscription, it also isn’t the most expensive. The Standard plan costs AU$15.99p/m and AU$159.99 per year. Our research shows that standard plans average at AU$15.77p/m.
Disney's premium plan is on par quality-wise with Netflix, Binge and Stan’s respective premium plans — but it costs roughly AU$5 less per month. Coming in at AU$20.99p/m and AU$209.99 per year, the premium tier cost is the same as the AU$20.99p/m average.
How does Disney Plus' content catalogue compare?
In terms of content, Disney Plus houses shows, movies and documentaries from across its umbrella (Hulu, ESPN, National Geographic, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel). Notably, Disney Plus is known for its original shows, which almost rival Netflix’s originals. Namely, its original Marvel shows are as essential to the MCU as any theatrical release.
Disney Plus is currently home to 3,196 titles, comprised of 2,047 movies and 1,149 television shows. Across streaming services we monitor, the service comes in third place for its content catalogue, following behind Prime Video and Netflix.
Some of the best Disney Plus’ originals in its tenure include Percy Jackson and the Olympians and Zootopia+. Not to mention the endless Star Wars spin-offs, too, like The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, and Obi-Wan Kenobi, weaving more intricate storylines into George Lucas’ expansive universe. Or if Jedi aren’t up your alley, you’re more than welcome to dive into James Cameron’s out-of-this-world Avatar universe.
If those additions don't tickle your fancy, Disney Plus' ESPN sports hub might be up your alley. With live and on-demand events, ranging from the NFL, NHL, NBA, to Australia's own Cricket and NBL, there's something for every sports fan on ESPN.
And it would be remiss to gloss over the inclusion of Hulu and National Geographic into Disney’s library. Hulu graces us with grown-up fare such as The Kardashians, providing more than enough adult-focused content to justify that the service is not just for kids. NatGeo, meanwhile, feeds curiosity with endless amounts of nature docos, wildlife content, and more.
Some of Disney Plus' recent releases include The End of an Era docuseries and Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour | The Final Show, the second season of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and season five of Abbott Elementary.
In January, Disney Plus welcomes a new superhero to the MCU in Marvel's Wonder Man series, and brings back the spicy drama, Tell Me Lies, for a third season on January 13.
Has the Australian Disney Plus price increased over time?
Since its introduction in 2019, Disney Plus' monthly subscription has risen by AU$4p/m, and its annual plan has been increased by AU$50. The newest tier rollout marks the fourth time that Disney Plus has been hiked for Aussies.
The last jump saw the service rise from AU$11.99p/m to AU$13.99p/m — a relatively minor hike. Meanwhile, the Premium tier rose to AU$17.99p/m and AU$179.99 annually.
However, in February 2025, the streamer introduced price changes once again, seeing the Standard tier rise to AU$15.99p/m and AU$159.99 annually. The premium tier increased to AU$20.99p/m and AU$209.99p/y.
Is a Disney Plus subscription worth it?
If you’ve gotten this far, you’re probably still wondering if a Disney Plus subscription is worth your hard-earned cash, so here’s our advice.
Largely due to its relatively affordable price point, a steady stream of new releases, and enormous content library, Disney Plus is one of the few streaming services that we would stay subscribed to full-time — particularly if you have children in your household.
That said, it’s proven that Disney Plus is not only for kids, with hours of entertainment for adults (or big kids), and has delivered blockbuster after blockbuster, with its original lineup continuing to grow. There are numerous new shows and movies planned for 2026, so there’s sure to be a wealth of content to stick around for in this year.
However, with recent price hikes and the introduction of a new premium tier, we know that some households may not be impressed by the changes that have impacted their Disney Plus subscription. Ultimately, it’s up to you to decide whether Disney Plus is worth it for you, so if it isn’t, we have a guide on how to cancel Disney Plus AU that you may want to check out.
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