January 2025 marks a new round of streaming service commitments and cancellations, with exciting titles and live sports debuting on various platforms. Shows like WWE Raw on Netflix, winter anime, an Abbott Elementary/Always Sunny in Philadelphia crossover, and others are set to arrive this month. For anime fans, Solo Leveling season 2 hits Crunchyroll on Jan. 4. To keep your streaming budget low, one strategy is to rotate services by subscribing for a time, canceling, switching to another service, and then resubscribing, keeping your favorites in rotation. This method can help you save money when certain platforms may not have the content you want to watch at a given time.
Based on new shows, live events, and movies coming to each platform, suggestions for which services to keep or drop in January include: Hulu, Apple TV Plus, Netflix, Max, Disney Plus, Peacock, Prime Video, and Paramount Plus. Notable shows and events to catch on these platforms include Abbott Elementary on Hulu, Severance on Apple TV Plus, WWE Raw and The Night Agent on Netflix, Harley Quinn on Max, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew on Disney Plus, and The Traitors on Peacock. Rotating services to watch all episodes at once can be a cost-effective strategy, especially for binge-watchers.
When considering which streaming services to keep or cancel, it’s essential to think about the cost of each subscription and how much you’re paying per month. Prices range from $7 to $23 for Netflix, $8 to $27 for Disney Plus, $10 to $21 for Max, and so on. Setting a calendar reminder to alert you when it’s time to resubscribe or cancel can help you stay on budget and manage your streaming expenses effectively. Being patient and waiting to binge-watch shows can save you money on platforms like Apple TV Plus, Max, and Paramount Plus.
In January, various platforms are offering a range of new shows, movies, and live events for viewers to enjoy. From new seasons of popular series to exciting premieres, there’s something for everyone to look forward to this month. By strategically rotating your streaming subscriptions, you can save money and ensure you’re getting the most out of your viewing experience. Consider the content and events coming to each platform before deciding which services to keep or cancel, and make sure to monitor your budget to stay on track with your streaming expenses.
