Watch better content with these five streaming subscriptions that aren't Netflix

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TL;DR: Here are five great streaming options for anyone who's not happy with the changes Netflix made this year. 

If you're still not happy about the password-sharing changes that came to Netflix this year, you may be considering canceling your subscription. Whether you've been waiting for the right moment or have already done the deed, it doesn't hurt to check out your other options. In the spirit of shaking things up and discovering titles and stories you might not have otherwise, consider these streaming platforms you may not be familiar with, plus one you're sure to have heard of. 

MagellanTV Documentary Streaming Service: Lifetime Subscription

Documentaries can open up a world of education and insight. Available for the best price on the web, MagellanTV is a documentary streaming platform that's well-reviewed and home to work by world-renowned documentarians and figures. This platform is rated 4.9/5 stars by verified purchasers to boot. 

Get a lifetime of MagellanTV documentary streaming on sale for just $199.99 (reg. $999). 

Fearless Unlimited Streaming Plan: Lifetime Subscription

Rated 4.7/5 stars on the App Store, Fearless Unlimited is designed to showcase the voices of independent filmmakers—not Hollywood elites. It features over 1,500 titles on topics like LGBTQ and women's issues and lifting up underrepresented voices. 

Get a Fearless unlimited streaming lifetime subscription on sale for just $29.99 (reg. $287). 

DOGTV: Lifetime Subscription

Dogs tend to hang out in front of the TV quite a bit, yet we almost never throw on programming curated for them. Change that with DOGTV—a 24/7 channel with programs curated for pooches to help keep them entertained, deal with anxiety, and reduce destructive behavior. This streaming platform is rated 4.2/5 stars on the App Store. 

Get a lifetime subscription to DOGTV on sale for just $149.99 (reg. $838). 

Curiosity Stream Standard Plan: Lifetime Subscription

Another verifiable documentary streaming option, Curiosity Stream is home to thousands of original films, series, and shows. Its on-demand selection includes technology, history, nature, art, and a wide range of subject matter. Try out this creation by Discovery Communications founder John Hendricks for new documentaries every week. 

Get a Curiosity Stream lifetime subscription on sale for just $169.97 (reg. $399). 

Hulu + Live TV

Hulu is one of the most popular streaming apps around, so you've no doubt heard of it. But have you tried it? You'll get easy access to channels including ESPN+ and Disney+, series, and movies you know and love plus original content and, yes, even live sports. Setup is hassle free, and there are no hidden fees, though this is the version that includes ads and it does renew automatically each month (though you can cancel anytime).

Get three months of Hulu + Live TV for $49.99/month.

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