Are you thinking of subscribing to Disney+? Millions of people globally use the service and it's clear to see why. Since it launched in 2019, Disney+ has rapidly gone from strength to strength, adding more exclusive and original content from top brands like Star Wars and Marvel.

The trouble is, there are so many streaming services to choose from nowadays, and Disney+ doesn't offer a free trial, so you need to ensure you're making the right choice. That's why we've rounded up the top reasons why you should subscribe to Disney+.

1. Access to Exclusive Disney+ Shows and Movies

Disney+ plays host to content from the brands that the House of Mouse own. That includes Star Wars, Pixar, Marvel, The Simpsons, and National Geographic, along with all the classic Disney animations. If you've grown up with Disney or want to introduce your children to the magic, there's plenty to enjoy.

Some regions also include the Star brand, which serves more adult-orientated content from studios like ABC, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. In the US, most of this lives on separate streaming service Hulu.

Importantly, Disney+ has excellent exclusive and original movies and shows. This includes Ms. Marvel, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Monsters at Work. You can't rent or buy this content anywhere else, either physically or digitally. This selection is ever-growing and there are ways to discover what's coming soon to Disney+ so you don't miss anything.

2. Movies Arrive Soon After the Theatrical Release

Although going to the theater is a special experience, it's also an expensive one, especially if you're a large family. It's likely that a single movie ticket costs more than a month's subscription to Disney+. It's one of the reasons why you're better off waiting for a new movie to release on Disney+. The great thing is, you don't need to wait very long.

While the theatrical release window was traditionally three months at minimum, new movies arrive on Disney+ soon after the theatrical debut. For example, Lightyear and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness came to Disney+ around a month and a half after the theatrical release.

With a slice of patience, you can experience all the latest and greatest releases from the comfort of your home, all for the reasonable cost of a Disney+ subscription (and Disney+ is even cheaper annually).

3. High-Quality Streaming at No Extra Cost

Unlike Netflix, with Disney+ you don't need to pay extra to stream in high resolution because there's only a single membership tier. Depending on what you're watching, you can stream in 1080p or 4K; you can even watch some Disney+ movies in IMAX resolution. Alongside this, Disney+ also supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision.

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By default, Disney+ will automatically stream in the best quality and format for your device and internet connection, though you can manually control how much data Disney+ uses.

4. Create Multiple Profiles and Stream Simultaneously

Disney+ lets you have up to seven profiles on a single account, which is great if you want to share your subscription with friends and family. It's easy to create a profile on Disney+ and each one is isolated, with separate watchlists, recommendations, age restrictions, and other settings.

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Plus, you don't need to worry about waiting your turn. You can stream Disney+ on up to four devices simultaneously.

5. Download Content for Offline Viewing

You can download Disney+ movies and shows for offline viewing on your mobile and tablet. This is perfect when you're travelling and have a limited data plan or spotty internet. As long as you connect to the internet every 30 days, your downloads remain as long as you're subscribed.

6. Available on All Major Devices

There's no point subscribing to a streaming service if it isn't available on your devices. Thankfully, Disney+ is available on web browsers, mobiles, tablets, smart TVs, game consoles, and plenty of other steaming devices.

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This means you can start watching a show at home on your TV, continue it on your mobile during your commute, and finish it on your tablet in bed at night.

7. Easy to Use Interface

In July 2022, Amazon rolled out a new interface for Prime Video. If you used it before this, you know just how annoying it is when a streaming service has a bad interface. You spend more time trying to find something to watch than actually watching it.

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Disney+ doesn't suffer from this problem. The interface is unified across all devices and it's easy to navigate. You can browse titles by aspects like brand, genre, and character. Disney+ also offers collections, which are groups of content based around themes.

8. Captions and Audio Tracks in Many Languages

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Disney+ offers accessibility features including captions, subtitles, and multiple audio languages. These are available in up to 28 languages, though the selection depends on your country and what you're watching. It means that Disney+ can be enjoyed by everyone equally.

9. Host Watch Parties for Virtual Group Viewing

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It's not always easy to get your friends and family in the same room to watch something, especially if you live in another country. To overcome this, you can host a virtual Disney+ watch party. The feature, called GroupWatch, lets you simultaneously watch something with up to six other Disney+ subscribers.

10. Protect Your Children With Parental Controls

disney+ kid's profile interface

Plonking your children down and letting them watch TV is a great way to keep them entertained, but you shouldn't give them unrestricted access. Not only does Disney+ have plenty of family-friendly content, but you can create a Disney+ profile for your child. This gives children a more colorful and simpler interface.

You can also restrict what type of content they can view based on its age rating, along with using other parental controls like locking your profile with a PIN.

Are You Convinced to Subscribe to Disney+?

While Disney+ clearly has a lot going for it, it's not perfect. It doesn't have as much content as some competitors and episodes usually release weekly rather than in bulk. If you're not convinced to subscribe to Disney+, perhaps you should check out the alternatives like Hulu, Netflix, or Apple TV+.