ESPN and FOX One Launch $39.99 Streaming Bundle

ESPN and FOX One have announced a new bundle partnership that will transform the streaming experience for sports and entertainment fans. Beginning October 2, 2025, viewers will have the option to purchase the combined offering for $39.99 per month.

As two of the largest platforms in live sports and entertainment, the pairing creates one of the most comprehensive direct-to-consumer packages available in the U.S.

“Working with FOX One on this bundle offer allows us to bring ESPN’s world-class sports content to even more fans in a seamless and innovative way,” said Sean Breen, EVP, Disney Platform Distribution. “This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering premium experiences across platforms and meeting consumers where they are – anytime, anywhere.”

“Announcing ESPN as our first bundle partner is evidence of our desire to deliver the best possible value and viewing experience to our shared customers,” added Tony Billetter, SVP, Strategy and Business Development, FOX Direct to Consumer. “Viewers will have access to an incredible portfolio of content through this bundle, including NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL, College Football and Basketball, NASCAR, INDYCAR, UFC, as well as the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and more as we continue to look for opportunities to streamline the user experience, especially for the ultimate sports fan.”

What’s Included: ESPN’s New Direct-to-Consumer Offering

For the first time, ESPN DTC will provide fans full access to the network’s robust sports ecosystem without a traditional pay TV subscription. Launching August 21, the service includes:

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  ESPN’s linear networks: ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SEC Network, ACC Network, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes

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  Streaming extensions: ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, SECN+, and ACCNX

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  47,000 live events per year, plus on-demand replays

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  Studio shows, news, and original programming

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  Newly expanded coverage featuring NFL content and multiview options

The upgraded ESPN App will also integrate live stats, sports betting information, fantasy sports, shopping, and customization features such as SportsCenter For You.

These features will be available both to direct ESPN DTC subscribers and traditional pay-TV customers via the app on mobile or connected TV devices.

What’s Included: FOX One

Launching alongside ESPN DTC on August 21, FOX One brings together live streaming and on-demand access to all of FOX’s core categories, uniting the company’s biggest brands within one platform.

FOX One content includes:

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  News & Business: FOX News Channel, FOX Business, FOX Weather

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  Sports: FOX Sports, FS1, FS2, Big Ten Network, FOX Deportes

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  Local & Network: FOX broadcast stations and the FOX Network

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  Optional add-ons: FOX Nation and B1G+

This integrated service is geared toward both cord-cutters and cord-nevers, offering a complete package of FOX’s real-time content — from breaking news to primetime entertainment.

The Bundle: Value for the Sports & Entertainment Fan

Available October 2, the ESPN DTC + FOX One bundle represents one of the most competitive streaming packages on the market, delivering both the depth of ESPN’s premium sports ecosystem and FOX’s diverse mix of news, sports, and entertainment for under $40 per month.

Key highlights include:

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  Major U.S. professional leagues: NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB, NHL

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  College coverage: NCAA football and basketball (via ESPN, SEC Network, ACC Network, Big Ten Network)

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  Motorsports: NASCAR, INDYCAR, Formula 1 highlights

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  Global sports: UFC, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ (coming soon to FOX Sports)

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  Entertainment & News: FOX Network series, FOX Local stations, and FOX News coverage

Industry Impact

The bundle signals a major shift in the sports streaming wars. Instead of fragmenting audiences across platforms, ESPN and FOX are collaborating to give fans direct, cost-effective access to must-have content.

This move mirrors broader industry trends where media companies seek bundle deals to grow reach and minimize churn. With ESPN DTC and FOX One launching individually on August 21, the duo’s October 2 bundle provides a compelling entry point for fans who want live sports plus entertainment without cable.