Disney+ is one of the world’s leading streaming platforms, with a plethora of TV shows and movies from the likes of Marvel, Star Wars, and the Disney library.
However, although it is easily available in over sixty different countries, sometimes the platform offers exclusive content that is not available everywhere. For example, the US version of Disney+ lacks the international Star library, which has shows available on Hulu and FX such as The Bear and Shōgun. Both represent additional costs for US users.
Luckily, there is a way to access another country’s version of Disney+. You can use this method when traveling abroad.
How to watch Disney+ using a VPN
The best way to access another country’s version of Disney+ is to use a VPN. VPNs redirect your IP address, which means not only do they protect your identity and provide privacy when you browse the web, but they can also make it appear as if you are in another country.
There are many VPNs you can use for streaming, but our top pick would be Surfshark, as it offers a very seamless user experience and plenty of servers to choose from, all at a competitive price. If you want another option, we also recommend NordVPN.
We were able to access versions of Disney+ from several different countries using NordVPN. Sometimes we have had to change servers to get the website to work – some servers (like those in the US) are more blocked than others.
You can check out other options in our list of recommended VPNs for Disney+. There are also free VPN options if you want to save money. However, these are less reliable and secure than the paid versions. We recommend trying several different servers if you are unable to access the registration page immediately.
Once you have downloaded your preferred VPN, you will need to select the server of your choice. Once you’ve done that, you can go to the Disney+ home page, log into your account, and then search for the show or movie you want to watch.
Note that you will need to already be signed up for Disney+ in your home country, otherwise there will be a payment information hurdle. You will need a map linked to the country you are streaming from.
You can sign up for Disney+ on the website. You can sign up for an ad-supported subscription from £4.99/$7.99 per month, or an ad-free subscription for £7.99/$13.99 per month.
As with any streaming platform, watching via a VPN is against Disney’s terms of service and therefore your account could be blocked by Disney. Proceed at your own risk.
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