Sky is introducing a new offering in 2026. The TV service provider has officially announced the launch of an upgraded Ultimate plan, which includes its premium channels such as Sky Atlantic, Sky One, and Sky Documentaries, along with Netflix and Disney+, all for a single monthly fee. Moreover, the anticipated HBO Max will be incorporated into the package upon its debut later this week, providing access to a variety of popular on-demand shows at no additional charge. Subscribers will also gain entry to Hayu later this year, offering a diverse selection of reality TV content to viewers in the UK.
Even though the full launch of Hayu is set for July, Sky has pleasantly surprised fans by offering an early glimpse. A new feature called “Taste of Hayu” has been activated, granting viewers access to over 150 episodes from some of the platform’s most popular franchises.
Included shows are Below Deck Mediterranean, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and Vanderpump Rules.
This sneak peek is accessible to Sky Stream and Sky Glass customers with the Ultimate TV package, as well as Sky Q and Sky+ users. Selected seasons can be streamed on demand.
The complete rollout of Hayu in July will unlock the entire catalog, providing reality enthusiasts with the opportunity to enjoy hundreds of additional series. New episodes of major shows will also be available on the same day as their US airing, all within the Sky TV experience.
In a statement, Sky expressed, “Reality fans are in for a treat, with a selection of Hayu’s most talked-about shows now available to watch for Sky TV subscribers. Customers can enjoy select seasons of favorites straight from their homepage, on demand and included within their subscription—offering a taste of what’s to come before the full launch of Hayu on Sky in July.”
Hayu joins Netflix and Disney+ as part of the Ultimate package, with HBO Max set to join next week, and the full integration of Hayu to follow later this year.
The new £24 package includes:
– Netflix Standard with Ads
– Disney+ Standard with Ads (from March, date TBC)
– HBO Max Basic with Ads (launching in the UK & Ireland on March 26)
– Hayu (full access from July, with preview content available from March)
– Plus over 130 Sky channels