HULU

OVERVIEW

Hulu, launched in 2007, was created as a collaborative effort by major television networks to offer on-demand streaming of TV shows, movies, and other media. It caters primarily to viewers who prefer the convenience of watching their favorite television programs and films on their own schedule, without being bound to traditional TV broadcasts. Users range from busy professionals who want to catch up on their shows after work, to families looking for entertainment options that can be tailored to various age groups. Hulu meets their needs by providing instant access to a wide range of current and past programming, with options for live TV as well, thus accommodating different viewing preferences and schedules. Hulu offers several subscription tiers, each with different costs and features. The basic plan, which includes ads, starts at $7.99 per month, offering access to the entire streaming library. For those who prefer an uninterrupted viewing experience, Hulu’s no-ads plan costs $14.99 per month. Additional services such as Hulu + Live TV start at $69.99 per month, which include live and on-demand TV from over 75 channels along with the streaming library. There are also various add-ons for premium channels like HBO, Showtime, and others, which can increase the monthly cost depending on the selections made.