Hulu
Current TV + movies + live TV option.
What makes Hulu different
- Shows available next day after TV airing.
- Large library of current TV seasons.
- Movies — newer than Netflix often.
- Original shows exclusive to Hulu.
- Live TV add-on available (like cable).
- Owned by Disney.
Plans + cost
- Hulu (with ads) — $7.99/month.
- Hulu (no ads) — $17.99/month.
- Hulu + Live TV — $82.99/month.
- Bundle with Disney+ + ESPN+ saves money.
- Student discount available.
- Cancel anytime.
Best content for seniors
- Catch up on missed network TV episodes.
- Handmaid's Tale, The Bear — award winners.
- Classic TV shows — older seasons.
- News programs on Live TV plan.
- Documentaries + true crime.
- FX network shows.
Set up
- Go to Hulu.com or download app.
- Create account with email.
- Choose plan + enter payment.
- Download on TV, phone, tablet.
- Works on Roku, Fire Stick, Apple TV.
- Sign into multiple devices.
Live TV option
- Replace cable with Hulu + Live TV.
- ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CNN, ESPN included.
- 50 hours cloud DVR included.
- Watch on multiple screens.
- Local channels included (most markets).
- Check your zip for local availability.
Tips
- My Stuff — save shows + movies.
- Continue Watching — pick up where left off.
- Subtitles — tap CC during playback.
- Parental controls available.
- Download for offline (no-ads plan only).
- Search by actor name works well.
Cable replacement?
Hulu + Live TV is the best cable replacement for seniors who watch network TV. You get local channels, news, sports, and on-demand. At $82.99/month it's cheaper than most cable bills. The basic streaming-only plan at $7.99 is great if you just want current TV shows the day after they air.