Spike in Disney+ cancellations after Kimmel suspension

Published: 10/20/2025
Spike in Disney+ cancellations after Kimmel suspension
Disney+ and Hulu saw a spike in cancellations in September, with rates doubling after Jimmy Kimmel was briefly suspended. The comedian's remarks about the shooting of Charlie Kirk led to his temporary suspension by Disney, causing a backlash and free speech debates. The abrupt move was met with criticism, with calls for boycotts of Disney streaming services, as Kimmel was later reinstated on ABC.