Observed Signal · Jul 2, 2026 · Promotion · Source: Cord Cutters News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
CTV Market: Frndly TV 99¢ Promo and July Programming
Frndly TV is offering a limited-time promotion for new subscribers to its Premium plan: the first two months for $0.99 per month or the first year for $99. The deal expires on July 6, 2026. Frndly TV is positioned as a low-cost live TV streaming service with 50+ channels focused on comfort TV, movies, true crime and reality programming, and includes features such as 72-Hour Look Back and unlimited cloud DVR. The article lists July 2026 programming highlights across partner networks (History Channel, Hallmark Channel, A&E, Lifetime, VICE TV, Great American Family), including premieres and season returns such as Forged in Fire (Season 11) and Dark Side of the Ring (Season 7).
Consumer-facing promotional deal for a niche streaming provider; limited direct impact on the wider AdTech ecosystem beyond incremental CTV audience and inventory implications.
Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Frndly TV is offering new subscribers to its Premium plan the first 2 months for $0.99 per month or the first year for $99.
- The promotional offer ends on July 6, 2026.
- Frndly TV provides a lineup of 50+ channels including Hallmark Channel, A&E, History Channel, Lifetime, VICE TV, and Great American Family.
- Service features include 72-Hour Look Back and unlimited cloud DVR.
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