What is the new ESPN DTC service? Plans, costs, key facts - ESPN

ESPN is launching a new direct-to-consumer service this month. The service will offer major enhancements within ESPN's streaming and app experiences. Here are key facts to know:

New streaming plan details

When will ESPN direct-to-consumer launch?

The service will bring the full suite of ESPN networks and services directly to fans starting on August 21.

How can I subscribe to ESPN direct-to-consumer?

Fans can sign up for the new service here.

What plans will ESPN direct-to-consumer offer?

Fans can choose from two plans:

ESPN Unlimited Plan

Access to all of ESPN's linear networks — ESPN, ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ESPN Deportes, SEC Network, ACC Network — in addition to ESPN on ABC, ESPN+, ESPN3, SECN+ and ACCNX

47,000 live events a year, on demand replays, studio shows, original programming and more

ESPN Select Plan

Access to all content available on ESPN+

More than 32,000 live sports events annually, a robust library of exclusive studio shows, on-demand replays, acclaimed original content and more

How much does each plan cost?

ESPN Unlimited Plan: $29.99 a month or $299.99 a year

ESPN Select Plan: $11.99 a month or $119.99 a year

A special offer is available for the Disney+, Hulu, ESPN unlimited bundle (with ads on Disney+ and Hulu) at $29.99 a month for the first 12 months.

What is available only on the ESPN Unlimited Plan vs. the ESPN Select Plan?

ESPN Unlimited Plan subscribers have access to all ESPN networks, including ESPN+, with events like NFL, NBA, NHL, MLB, tennis and golf majors, top-tier college football and basketball, WWE and postseason coverage from all those and more.

ESPN Select Plan subscribers have access only to ESPN+, with top-tier soccer, PGA Tour, NHL, UFC and a selection of college sports,