loading . . . Which streaming stories did you miss this week? F1 on Apple finds a new distribution partner in DIRECTV, DAZN makes another boxing deal, and more stories from the weekâs news.
Itâs been a whirlwind week at the Olympics, from cheating drama in curling to a loose dog on the ski slopes to a highly dramatic gold-medal match between the United States and Canada in womenâs hockey. Itâs hardly a wonder that viewersâ eyes have probably been tightly glued to their local NBC station, or the Peacock app, all week.
But while that drama has been unfolding, there has been plenty of streaming news to keep track of. The Streamable has put together our weekly list of streaming stories you may have missed in the course of your week, and you can check out the top headlines weâve discovered below.
Which streaming stories did you miss this week?
DIRECTV to air F1 races DAZN inks deal with Matchroom Boxing Disney+ to stream new âHannah Montanaâ special Streaming casting news New streaming trailers
DIRECTV to offer F1 races on Apple TV, as Apple partners with Everpass
The 2026 Formula 1 season will air on Apple TV , after a deal announced in October sent F1 rights to the streamer for the next five years. On Thursday, DIRECTV announced that F1 would be available to residential customers, as well as DIRECTV for Business subscribers. Viewers can add an Apple TV subscription to their DIRECTV account for $13 per month and keep all charges on the same bill, or seek out a nearby bar or restaurant with DIRECTV for Business to watch F1 races live.
The reason DIRECTV can now offer F1 races to commercial customers is that, as of Thursday, Apple has a distribution deal with one of DIRECTVâs key commercial streaming partners, EverPass Media. That deal means EverPass can distribute Apple TV sports programming such as F1 races, MLB games, and MLS matches. EverPass customers can now show these events in bars and restaurants around the United States. Additionally, residential customers who subscribe to Apple TV through DIRECTV will now be able to watch live sports from Apple through the DIRECTV app itself.
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Apple TV
Apple TV (formerly known as Apple TV+) is a subscription video streaming service for $12.99 per month, offering a growing slate of original series, films, documentaries, and specials. Unlike other platforms that combine licensed titles with originals, Apple TV is built entirely around exclusive programming, making it the home of critically acclaimed hits such as âTed Lasso,â âSeverance,â âThe Morning Show,â and âSilo.â Its lineup continues to expand with award-winning dramas, comedies, family-friendly shows, and blockbuster original films like âCODA,â which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
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The service is available worldwide through the Apple TV app, which is built into Apple devices and supported on most smart TVs, streaming players like Roku and Fire TV, game consoles, and web browsers. Subscribers can watch on demand, download episodes and movies for offline viewing, and stream in 4K with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, where available. Apple TV also offers family sharing, allowing up to six people to use one subscription at no extra cost.
In October 2025, Apple TV agreed to a deal with Formula 1 to carry all F1 races starting with the 2026 season.
With a competitive monthly price and bundles available through Apple One â which combines Apple TV with Apple Music, Apple Arcade, iCloud storage, and more â the service continues to grow as a key part of Appleâs ecosystem. Apple TV delivers one of the strongest collections of exclusive content in the streaming space for viewers seeking prestige originals, cinematic storytelling, and seamless access across devices.
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DIRECTV
DIRECTV is one of The Streamableâs top choices for the best live TV streaming service overall, especially for users who want the most channels. With an unbeatable lineup of local, news, sports, and entertainment channels, four main channel packages, an unlimited DVR, and 20 simultaneous streams at home, DIRECTV is a great choice for any cord-cutter.
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Having recently added a number of genre-specific Genre Packs , there are now even more package options. MySports, MyEntertainment, MyNews, and MiEspañol are all more affordable alternatives to larger packages for those who want a more targeted set of channels to meet their specific interests.
DIRECTV starts at $49.99 / month for its Entertainment Package. You can access your local regional sports network with the Choice Package, which begins at $59.99 / month, as well as the MySports Pack $59.99 / month. They also have an Ultimate ($89.99) for 215 channels and Premier ($149.99) for 220 channels. Slimmer Genre Packs for entertainment and news are MyEntertainment for $29.99 / month and MyNews $34.99 / month. There is no contract or broadcast TV fees with this DIRECTV streaming option.
The service was previously called DIRECTV STREAM , preceded by AT&T TV .
How much does DIRECTV cost?
DIRECTV is available starting at $19.99 / month. See the full list: DIRECTV Pricing & Plans
Does DIRECTV have a free trial?
Yes, DIRECTV has a 5-Day Free Trial .
Does DIRECTV have a DVR?
DIRECTV includes Unlimited of Cloud DVR storage.
What channels are on DIRECTV?
DIRECTV includes 14 channels including 4 top cable channels. See the full list: DIRECTV Channels .
How many streams are allowed at once on DIRECTV?
DIRECTV allows up to 20 devices at the same time. See more details: DIRECTV Simultaneous Streams
Does DIRECTV have local channels?
DIRECTV includes ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC, Telemundo, The CW, and Univision in most, but not all markets. See the full list: DIRECTV Local Channels .
Does DIRECTV have live sports?
DIRECTV includes live sports from ESPN, ESPN2, FS1, Fox Sports 2, MLB Network, NBA TV, NFL Network, NHL Network, TBS, TNT, and USA Network. See the full list: DIRECTV Sports Channels .
Does DIRECTV offer premium channels?
DIRECTV offers premium channels like Cinemax, HBO, MGM+, Parmount+ with SHOWTIME, and Starz for an additional fee. See the full list: DIRECTV Premium Channels .
Does DIRECTV offer on demand content?
DIRECTV includes on demand content from most of the channels they offer. Unlike content on your DVR, you wonât be able to skip ads.
Does DIRECTV support TV Everywhere apps?
DIRECTV includes access to many TV Eveywhere Apps with your DIRECTV credentials. See the full list: DIRECTV TV Everywhere Apps .
Does DIRECTV have a TV Guide?
DIRECTV includes a TV Guide similar to what you would get with your cable or satellite set-top box.
Does DIRECTV have ads?
DIRECTV includes ads during live viewing of shows, as well on all on-demand content. You can skip ads when you watch shows recorded to your DVR.
Does DIRECTV offer 4K streaming?
DIRECTV includes select 4K content as part of the service. A compatible device would be required.
Does DIRECTV offer Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound?
DIRECTV includes select content with Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound as part of the service. It may only work on certain devices.
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DAZN inks deal with Matchroom Boxing
DAZN may soon become a distribution partner for select NBA and NHL teams, but whether or not that comes to pass, the platform will continue to offer a wide selection of combat sports in the United States. On Wednesday, DAZN announced it had renewed its broadcast agreement with Matchroom Boxing, one of the top promotions in the world.
The new five-year deal encompasses the United States and the United Kingdom, and will see superstars like Anthony Joshua, Katie Taylor, Unified Light Heavyweight king Dmitry Bivol, and pound-for-pound superstar Jesse âBamâ Rodriguez continue to duke it out on DAZNâs airwaves. Viewers can watch a huge selection of boxing matches with the DAZN Ultimate subscription , including pay-per-view events.
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DAZN is a live sports subscription streaming service that offers 80+ fights a year from Matchroom USA, Bellator, Golden Boy Promotions, World Boxing Super Series, and Combate Americas. All plans include UEFA Womenâs Champions League, darts, and documentaries.
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For all fights, they include every match from the entire undercard through the main event.
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Disney+ to welcome âThe Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Specialâ in March
Although fans of the show may be pained to hear it, âHannah Montana â is turning 20 years old. On Tuesday, Disney+ announced plans to celebrate the showâs birthday with the âHannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special ,â which will debut on the streamer on March 24.
The special will be filmed in front of a live studio audience and will include an in-depth interview with the showâs star, Miley Cyrus, hosted by Alex Cooper. Viewers should be on the lookout for a musical number or two during the special, as well; the show can be streamed with a subscription to any Disney+ plan.
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Disney+
Disney+ is a video streaming service with over 13,000 series and films from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, The Muppets, and more. It is available in 61 countries and 21 languages. It is notable for its popular original series like âThe Mandalorian,â âMs. Marvel,â âLoki,â âObi-Wan Kenobi,â and âAndor.â
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Disney+ has several plans with or without ads. Disney+ Basic with Ads costs $11.99 / month. If you donât want ads, you can choose Disney+ Premium with No Ads which costs $18.99 / month.
The Premium plan also offers an annual option for $189.99 / year ($15.83/mo.).
If youâd like to add Hulu, choose Duo Basic (with ads). Duo Premium offers Hulu and Disney+ ad-free for $19.99 / month.
If you want all three Disney streaming services, you can choose Trio Basic (ad-supported) or Trio Premium (ad-free). The Trio plans offer Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ (with Ads) for $11.99 / month. The Disney Bundle Premium (without Ads) for $26.99 / month.
The app supports unlimited downloads (on their Premium Plans), four simultaneous streamers , up to 7 profiles , 4K streaming , and includes hundreds of avatars .
The service includes 25+ original series, 10+ original movies, 7,500 past episodes, 100 recent movies, and 400 library titles, including the entire Disney Vault.
You can see the full list of available Disney , Disney Channel , Star Wars , Pixar , Marvel , Nat Geo shows and movies, or all available Disney+ content by checking out our Disney+ streaming movie listings .
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Streaming casting news
Netflix casts Daphne in live-action âScooby-Doo,â announces ensemble for âRabbit, Rabbit
Netflix made some big casting news during the course of the week, beginning with its live-action adaptation of the beloved cartoon series âScooby-Doo .â On Tuesday, Deadline reported that Daphne had been the first member of the Scooby gang to be cast, with âRegretting You â star Mckenna Grace landing the role.
On Wednesday, Netflix announced the cast for its new series âRabbit Rabbit,â which has tabbed Emmy winner Philip Baratini of âAdolescenceâ fame to direct. The show will star Adam Driver, Regina Hall, Odessa Young, and Will Poulter. The show follows an escaped convict who takes hostages at a truck stop to try to bargain for his freedom, a move that soon devolves into an unmanageable social experiment with his captives, as well as an FBI crisis negotiator.
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Netflix
Netflix is a leading subscription-based video streaming service that offers on-demand access to an extensive library of over 3,000 movies, 2,000+ TV shows, and a growing collection of acclaimed Netflix Originals. Renowned for its ability to produce groundbreaking content, Netflix has become a cultural powerhouse with hit originals like âStranger Things,â âWednesday,â âSquid Game,â âThe Crown,â âTiger King,â âBridgerton,â âThe Witcher,â and âBlack Mirror.â
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The platform constantly updates its catalog, introducing fresh content alongside timeless classics and international hits. Netflixâs commitment to storytelling has also earned critical acclaim, with award-winning exclusives such as âRoma,â âMarriage Story,â âThe Power of the Dog,â âMank,â and âMa Raineyâs Black Bottom.â In 2023, their animated film âGuillermo del Toroâs Pinocchioâ won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, further solidifying Netflixâs reputation for high-quality content.
Netflix offers three plans â stream on 2 devices in HD with the âStandard with Adsâ ($7.99) plan, on 2 devices in HD with the âStandardâ ($17.99) plan, and 4 devices in up to 4K on the âPremiumâ ($24.99) plan. This pricing is slightly higher than years prior as all tiers were raised in January 2025 .
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New streaming trailers
See the new trailer for Apple TVâs âImperfect Women â
Watch the trailer for âThe Miniature Wife â on Peacock
See a preview for Foxâs âThe Faithful: Women of the Bible â
Grab a sneak peek at âThe Secret Lives of Mormon Wives â Season 4 https://thestreamable.com/streaming-stories-you-missed-this-week-feb-20