NEW YORK (AP) — Verizon is offering new and current customers a free year of Disney+ as the battle for streaming customers heats up.
The offer extends to certain new and existing unlimited 4G and 5G customers as well as the vast majority of new home-internet customers.
The promotion beginning Nov. 12 will provide access to Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic and other content. Disney+ plans to release more than 25 original series and 10 original films and documentaries in its first year, including a remake of "Lady and the Tramp. "
Shares in Netflix, which has dominated the streaming entertainment world for years, slumped almost 3%.
Netflix is trying to hold onto its vast customer base as cheaper alternatives from the likes of Apple, Disney and others go live next m
