Disney+ Lands Live-Action ‘Casper’ Series After Bidding War, With Spielberg Attached

The latest addition to Disney+'s growing library of live-action series is a doozy for budget-conscious streamers. The upcoming "Casper" series, with Steven Spielberg attached at the helm, marks another familiar face joining the ranks of beloved characters on popular platforms. While this news might get some of you excitedly shelling out extra cash each month, for the rest of us trying to pinch pennies, it's a reminder that Disney+ is doubling down on its live-action content strategy – and we should be paying attention.

With Spielberg on board, one has to wonder how much more our monthly Disney+ subscription will cost. Spielberg's involvement often means bigger budgets and higher production values. Last year, for example, the cost of a Disney+ Live-Action Bundle was $13/month - that's $2/day extra if you're counting your streaming expenses. If this "Casper" series becomes as expensive to produce as some of Spielberg's other projects, we might see our costs go up even more.

If you're worried about breaking the bank on this new live-action addition, consider rotating your Disney+ subscriptions or shopping around for the best deals. We're seeing a lot of streaming services offering discounts when you bundle multiple platforms together – if you can stomach watching "Casper" instead of another show you love, it might be worth exploring these cheaper options.