Disney+ free trial: is there one I can use in 2026, how to try before you buy, and more explained

'Disney+ free trial' is a phrase that new and returning customers have typed into Google or their favorite artificial intelligence (AI) tool. Indeed, with the House of Mouse's main streaming platform becoming more expensive with each year that passes, it makes sense that many of us want to know if we can use Disney+ without spending any money.

So, is a free trial available in the year 2026? Long story short: no. However, there are some cost-saving measures you can employ to use the service at a discounted price – and we've rounded up the best ways to do so below. Read on, then, to learn more about whether we'll ever see the Disney+ free trial offer return at any point and how you can save some cash if you sign up to one of the world's best streaming services.

Is the 7-day Disney+ free trial still available?

No. If you skipped over this article's introduction, you'll have missed the part where I said that a Disney+ free trial isn't available.

It's been years since it was, too. When Disney initially launched its primary streamer in November 2019, it allowed you to try before you buy with a seven-day free trial offer. Many other consumers made use of it when Disney+ launched where they live, too.

Unfortunately, it's been a long time since it was available. Indeed, barring it being offered in Japan until late 2021, the Disney+ free trial has been locked away in the Disney vault – and there's no official word on if it'll ever return.

What's the best way to try Disney+ without a free trial?

The only way to try Disney+ without a free trial is to spend your cash on opening an account. My Disney+ price guide is packed with information on the cost of each tier and other important details, so make that your next stop once you've read this article.

If you're looking to save money, though, a couple of workarounds are available to you.

For one, you can gain access to a family or friend's account via the Disney+ Extra Member feature. This launched alongside the Disney+ password sharing crackdown in June 2024 and grant you access to the streamer's stacked suite of content. For more, read our dedicated guide on the Disney+ Extra Member feature.

Meanwhile, in the US, various Disney bundles, some of which are the best streaming deals around, give you access to up to three different streamers for a fraction of the cost.

For example, this ad-supported Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Select Bundle deal costs just $19.99 a month, which saves you money and lets you to stream even more content. That includes adult-curated movies and shows on Hulu, plus ESPN covering your sports-based needs on a 24/7 basis.

Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN Select Bundle: was $31.97 per month now $19.99 at Disney
This bundle offers more choice depending on what you do and don't want out of your streaming subscription. Signing up to these services individually would cost around $30 per month, so you're saving $10 every 30 days if you take advantage of this deal.

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Then there's the Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max ads-based bundle, which also saves you money (compared to you buying each of the services separately, that is) and lets you watch every single piece of content available on HBO Max. You can also take advantage of a Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max ad-free subscription if you want to avoid ads, but you'll need to spent $32.99 a month for the privilege.

Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max bundle: was $29.99 for three-months now $19.99 at Hulu
This offer gets you another mega bundle, which includes Hulu, Disney+ and HBO Max subscriptions, for three months. That's a hefty saving compared to signing up to each one individually. One thing worth noting, though, is that this offer only applies to each service's ad-supported plan, so don't expect to find premium features as part of this bundle.

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Is there another way to get a Disney+ free trial?

Yes, but there are numerous caveats, including what country you reside in.

US consumers who grab a particular Verizon Unlimited plan can get a six-month free subscription to Disney+. After that, you'll need to cancel your Disney+ subscription or start paying for it.

Meanwhile, UK residents who sign up to one of O2's latest plans can enjoy six months of Disney+ as part of their contract. If you're on an existing plan from O2 and aren't ready to upgrade, you can also save £2 on your Disney+ subscription.

Alternatively, British consumers can get three months of Disney+ free through Tesco Clubcard points. Turn £13.50 worth of vouchers into £27 and get Disney+ without ads, or turn £7.50 worth of vouchers into £15 and get three months of Disney+'s ad-supported plan instead.

Does Disney+ have gift cards?

It's not quite the same as getting a Disney+ free trial, but gift cards do exist for the service. Why not ask for a Disney+ gift card for your birthday or Christmas? Sure, someone is paying for it, but it won't be you!

Is Disney+ free with Amazon Prime?

Prime Video offers a wider variety of streaming service add-ons to subscribers, including HBO Max, Starz, Apple TV, and Paramount+. However, you can't get Disney+ through Amazon Prime, which also means there's also no way to get a Disney+ free trial through Prime Video.

Is Disney+ free with Hulu?

Before Disney created its different Hulu-Disney+ bundles, it used to be combine the pair via some great Black Friday streaming deals. Now, the only way to gain access to both streamers is subscribing to one of the bundles I discussed earlier in this guide.

That said, with Hulu replacing Disney+ Star outside of the US in late 2025, plus Disney's plan to fold the pair into a single super streamer sometime in 2026, those bundles might not exist for much longer.

Does Disney+ have a student discount?

Disney+ doesn't offer a student discount directly, so you'll have to keep an eye out on third party options to see if any offers pop up. Luckily, one of those is still available. Indeed, if you head over to the UniDays website, you can save 15% on a 12-month Disney+ subscription.

What can I watch with a Disney+ free trial?

The Disney+ free trial is no longer available, but those of you who subscribe to the service won't be spoiled for choice when it comes to movies, TV shows, and documentaries.

Indeed, The Walt Disney Company owns plenty of popular franchises and studios, including Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, classic animated Disney movies, ESPN, ABC, and National Geographic. And, as I mentioned, with Hulu set to be merged into Disney+ at some point this year, the latter will become home to every single production developed by Disney in the near future.

New movies, TV series, and other screen-based content will regularly join the streamer's already stuff library in the weeks, months, and years ahead too. No matter what genre(s) you enjoy, then there'll always something for you to watch from the comfort of your own home or on the go with the Disney+ app.

For more Disney+ content recommendations, read our guides on how to watch the Marvel movies in order and how to watch the Star Wars movies in order. Alternatively, see if you agree with our ranking of the best Marvel movies.