Sky has unveiled an exciting new update that is set to shake up the streaming industry. The company is rolling out a comprehensive subscription package that combines some of the most popular streaming services worldwide at a reduced monthly rate. Priced at just £24 per month, both new and existing customers will gain access to a bundle featuring Disney+, Netflix, Hayu, and the highly anticipated HBO Max app, scheduled for launch next month.
According to Sky, this bundled offering delivers excellent value for money, providing approximately £20 worth of streaming apps for a lower cost. Considering that Sky’s standard plan is priced at £15 per month, the additional content effectively equates to just an extra £9.
Moreover, subscribers to the Ultimate TV plan will enjoy access to over 130 channels, including Sky Comedy, Sky Documentaries, Sky Crime, and Sky History, among others.
In a further enhancement, Sky Cinema users will receive a dedicated Disney movie channel integrated directly into the planner. This feature allows viewers to enjoy Disney blockbusters without needing to open the Disney+ app separately.
Existing Disney+ subscribers who sign up with Sky can seamlessly transfer their current plan, whether Standard or Premium, while retaining their profiles and viewing history.
Sky has confirmed that all supported apps will be conveniently accessible from the homepage, with fully integrated content. This integration enables users to search for shows and movies using voice commands and save them to a Playlist for later viewing.
The new Sky Ultimate plan will be accessible across Sky Glass, Sky Stream, and Sky Q platforms.
Sophia Ahmad, Sky’s Chief Consumer Officer, described the update as a “new era” for Sky and NOW, bringing together Sky, Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Hayu under one subscription. Ahmad emphasized the integrated viewing experience and outstanding value for customers, with HBO Max included at no extra charge for NOW Entertainment subscribers.
This move underscores Sky’s commitment to innovation, streamlining the process for viewers to access premium entertainment in a single location.
Included in the update are the following components:
– Netflix Standard with Ads
– Disney+ Standard with Ads (available from March, exact date pending)
– HBO Max Basic with Ads (launching in the UK & Ireland on 26th March)
– Hayu (available from July, with select top shows accessible from March)
– PLUS: Over 130 channels from Sky
This latest development reflects Sky’s dedication to enhancing the streaming experience for its customers.