Disney-owned ESPN’s upcoming direct-to-consumer service ESPN DTC and FOX One, Fox Corporation’s streaming platform, have announced a partnership.
The ESPN DTC service will provide fans with access to all ESPN linear networks – ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, SECN, ACCN, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes – as well as ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, SECN+ and ACCNX. This will cover 47,000 live events annually, plus on-demand replays, studio shows, original programming, expanded NFL coverage and more.
FOX One will combine FOX’s leading news, sports and entertainment brands into a single streaming platform.
Both the ESPN DTC service and FOX One will be available individually from 21 August, with the combined bundle launching on 2 October.
Disney Platform Distribution EVP Sean Breen said, “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. This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to delivering premium experiences across platforms and meeting consumers where they are – anytime, anywhere.”
FOX Direct to Consumer SVP Strategy and Business Development Tony Billetter commented, “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. 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.”
