Summer is bringing a fresh wave of streaming discounts, and this time the savings are spread across everything from live TV and sports to prestige originals and movie-night add-ons. Some of these offers are short-lived, so the real trick is knowing which ones give you the most value before the price jumps back up.
Apple TV gives you award-winning originals + live sports at a discount
One of the best deals for premium original programming and live sports this summer is from Apple TV. Through Prime Video Channels, eligible subscribers can add Apple TV for just $5.99 per month for up to two months. The 50% discount is a great opportunity to catch acclaimed series like Severance, The Studio, The Morning Show, Slow Horses, and Silo, along with hit movies and live sports like MLB’s Friday Night Baseball, MLS, and F1 races. For cord cutters who have been waiting for the right time to dive into Apple TV’s growing catalog, this limited-time discount is an easy way to do it without paying full price.
CNN All Access is a great pick for news junkies
If staying on top of breaking news is a priority, CNN All Access is one of the newest streaming services worth considering. Right now, eligible subscribers can lock in the CNN All Access annual plan for 40% off, dropping the price to $41.99. This is one of the most affordable ways to get around-the-clock news coverage, exclusive original programming, documentaries, and live events without paying the regular monthly price. For cord cutters who have dropped cable but still want a dedicated news source, this promotion makes it much easier to add CNN back into the mix while saving over the course of the year.
Paramount+ is the easiest no-brainer
Paramount+ is one of the strongest quick-hit deals in the bunch because any monthly plan is just 99 cents per month for the first two months for new and eligible former subscribers, with the offer ending June 25, 2026. After that, pricing goes back to the regular rate, which currently starts at $8.99 per month. For cord cutters who want a cheap way to sample a deep library, live sports, and big-name originals, this is a very easy summer add-on.
Walmart+ is the sleeper value play
HBO Max is the best annual lock-in deal
If you already know you will keep HBO Max around for the year, this is the kind of offer that makes sense fast. New and returning subscribers can save 40% on a yearly Basic With Ads, Standard, or Premium plans through July 15, 2026. This is an ideal option for anyone who loves premium streaming, with annual plans starting at:
- $78.99 for Basic With Ads (about $6.58/mo.)
- $132.99 for Standard (about $11.08/mo.)
- $164.99 for Premium (about $13.75/mo.)
STARZ is one of the best premium streaming bargains of the summer
If you’re looking to add another premium service without spending much, STARZ has one of the strongest offers of the summer. New and eligible returning subscribers can get three months for just $4.99 per month (58% off), or lock in an even better value with 12 months for $23.99, which works out to about $2 per month. Between hit originals like Outlander, BMF, and the Power franchise, plus a rotating lineup of blockbuster movies, it’s an affordable way to expand your streaming lineup without breaking the bank.
YouTube TV cuts the live TV pain point
YouTube TV is still one of the best options for cord cutters who want a real cable replacement, and the current summer offer softens the blow a bit. Eligible new subscribers can save $15 per month for five months, which brings the main plan down to $67.99 per month during the promo period. That offer runs through June 30, 2026, and it is a smart pick for anyone who wants 100+ channels, including live sports, news, multiview, and a full DVR without paying full price right out of the gate
DIRECTV starts low and gives you a real cable-style lineup
DIRECTV’s Entertainment package starts at $59.99 for the first month, which is a nice intro price for cord cutters who want a more traditional live TV experience. The package includes 90+ channels and brings in big names like CNN, ESPN, HGTV, and MSNBC, making it a strong fit for viewers who want broad channel coverage, live news, and sports in one place. Plus, if you want more channels, DIRECT is currently offering discounts across its various streaming packages.
Plex is the one to grab before the price jumps
Plex is not a traditional subscription streaming service, but it is a huge win for people who use it to organize their own media library and unlock extra features. Now is the time to get the Lifetime Plex Pass for $249.99 before the price rises to $749.99 on July 1, 2026. If Plex is already part of your setup, or you want to digitize and store your media, this is the kind of deal that rewards acting before the calendar flips.
Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bring the bundle value
Cord cutters who want one bundle that covers entertainment and sports, the Disney+, Hulu, ESPN Unlimited bundle stands out.
As one of the most flexible bundles for families that bounce between movies, next-day TV, and live sports, Disney is currently offering savings up to 50% on its streaming services:
MGM+ delivers premium entertainment for less than a dollar
Fubo gives cord cutters a cheaper way to test live TV
Fubo‘s current promo takes $15 off the first month, which makes it a better time than usual to try one of the strongest live TV streamers for sports. Fubo also leans hard into live channel variety and sports coverage, so this is a solid summer pick for anyone who wants to sample a full streaming TV package without paying full price right away
Prime Video Channels lets you build your own streaming bundle for less
Don’t Miss These Hot Streaming Deals Before They Disappear
With so many streaming services fighting for attention this summer, these are the deals worth stopping for. Whether you want live TV, premium originals, sports, movies, or a cheaper way to bundle your favorite channels, there is something here for almost every cord cutter. The best part is that several of these offers are limited-time only, so now is the time to lock in a lower price before the savings disappear.
