Apple TV’s Black Friday Streaming Deal Knocks Over 50% Off Your First 6 Months
As Black Friday approaches, consumers are on the lookout for the best deals, particularly in the realm of streaming subscriptions. With rising prices across various sectors, it can be challenging to discern genuine bargains from inflated costs. However, one area that consistently offers substantial discounts is streaming services. This year, Apple TV has jumped ahead of the Black Friday rush by announcing a limited-time deal that allows both new and returning subscribers to enjoy six months of its ad-free subscription for just $5.99 per month, totaling around $36. This represents a staggering 50% discount from the regular monthly price of $12.99, which recently saw an increase. The promotion runs until December 1, making it a definitive Black Friday offering.
This deal is particularly appealing for those looking to explore Apple TV’s unique content offerings, which, while fewer in quantity compared to giants like Netflix, boast high-quality productions. Notable titles include the sci-fi series “Pluribus,” created by Vince Gilligan of “Breaking Bad” fame, along with popular shows such as “Ted Lasso,” “Severance,” and “Silo.” However, potential subscribers should note that this deal is not available to those who access Apple TV through third-party services or those currently enjoying the three-month free trial that accompanies many Apple product purchases. As Apple continues to refine its brand—recently dropping the “+” from its name—this promotion could be a strategic move to attract more viewers and solidify its position in the competitive streaming landscape.
In addition to Apple TV’s enticing offer, other streaming platforms are also gearing up for Black Friday. Crunchyroll has launched its own sale tailored for anime fans, while Walmart+ is currently the best option for those interested in Peacock or Paramount+. With Hulu and Disney+ likely to announce their deals soon, savvy consumers may want to hold off on those subscriptions until closer to the holiday. As the Black Friday frenzy unfolds, tech deals are also anticipated from Apple, starting on November 28, and Amazon has already kicked off its major sale, featuring a range of Apple products. For those looking to maximize their savings this shopping season, keeping an eye on these developments will be key.
Black Friday is theoretically one of the best times to buy just about anything, but with ongoing price hikes, I’ll be the first to admit it’s getting harder to figure out what’s an actual deal. Rest assured, there is one certainty: Black Friday is always when you’ll find the lowest prices on streaming subscriptions.
While I expect
plenty more streaming deals
to go live closer to Black Friday, Apple TV has joined
Crunchyroll
in announcing a discount sooner rather than later. From now until December 1, you can grab
six months of Apple TV for $5.99/month
.
Save Over 50% on Six Months of Apple TV
Apple TV has always kept it simple with a
single ad-free subscription plan
. The Black Friday deal offers six months of this subscription at a rate of $5.99/month, adding up to around $36 total. Six months at the regular Apple TV pricing, now $12.99/month after
a recent price hike
, would add up to around $78, making this over a 50% discount.
The deal is available to both new and returning subscribers, but there are some caveats. If you have Apple TV through a third party, like your internet plan, you unfortunately will not qualify. Same deal goes for if you happen to be eligible for the three-month free trial included with most Apple purchases, which I’d argue is a better deal anyway.
Aside from the $3 increase to its subscription cost, Apple TV also recently removed the “+” from its name as
part of an ongoing rebrand
. Per Apple’s press release, the aim is to foster a “vibrant new identity.”
That doesn’t seem to mean too much of a shift in their library. The big Apple TV exclusive right now is
Pluribus
, a new sci-fi series from Breaking Bad creator Vince Gilligan that stars Rhea Seehorn. Other Apple TV staples include
Severance
,
Silo
,
The Studio
, and
Ted Lasso
. It may have a smaller library than something like Netflix, but Apple TV certainly has the juice.
When Does the Apple TV Deal End?
Apple TV states clearly on their site that the deal lasts until December 1 at 8pm PT, meaning this is for sure an actual Black Friday deal. If they happen to drop something better on Cyber Monday (December 2, for reference), I would say that’s just plain rude.
More Black Friday Highlights So Far
On the streaming front,
Crunchyroll has launched a Black Friday sale
for the anime-inclined, while a
Walmart+ deal
is currently your best bet for Peacock or Paramount+. Hulu and Disney+ almost certainly have something coming down the pipeline, so I’d hold off on those until next week.
The
tech side of Apple has announced Black Friday deals
stating on November 28. Otherwise, Amazon has already launched
its big sale
, which happens to include plenty of Apple products. You can check out our
full breakdown of Black Friday
for more details.
Blythe (she/her) is an SEO Coordinator at IGN who, when she isn’t following streaming news, spends way too much time in character customization screens and tracking down collectibles.
