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Marvel & Star Wars Reportedly to Blame for Disney+'s New Ads

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In just over two years, Disney+ has become one of the biggest names in the streaming world. The media giant has bolstered a stellar back catalog of movies and TV with new original content by using some of the biggest IP's in the world. Now, the Disney+ formula has not changed all that much since the service launched; however, there have been talks of ads showing up on the streaming platform.  Up to this point, Disney+ has been ad-free with a premium subscription being paid per household to access its content. But news recently came to light that the company was introducing a cheaper, budget-friendly tier to the service that would incorporate mid-program advertising (akin to plans on Hulu).  ADVERTISEMENT With more than 129 million subscribers on Disney+, it makes a lot of sense that brands would want a slice of that pie, no matter how minuscule it may be. And if a new report is to be believed, these subscription numbers are not the only reason that a...

Disney+ With Ads Coming Later This Year

Disney+ has been a pillar of Walt Disney Company since late 2019, acting as the home of premier original content for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, Pixar, and more. In addition to housing a back catalog of theatrical and televisual releases, the streaming service has delivered a number of beloved projects including  The Mandalorian, WandaVision, Loki , and more. Since its launch, Disney+ has grown astronomically, reaching international territories, expanding its programming portfolio with a wide range of upcoming original films and series, and diversifying its content overseas through in-app services like Star. ADVERTISEMENT In recent weeks, it has become apparent that the streaming service will soon undergo some changes, most notably coming in the form of adjustments to its age rating systems. This will allow for mature content like  Daredevil ,  Jessica Jones , and more to hit the platform, and may be a good sign for other R-rated projects l...