Sky is introducing a new offering in 2026. The television company has announced the launch of an upgraded plan known as the Ultimate package. This package combines premium channels such as Sky Atlantic, Sky One, and Sky Documentaries with popular streaming services like Netflix and Disney+, all for a single monthly fee. Additionally, the forthcoming HBO Max service will be included at no extra cost upon its debut later this week, providing subscribers with access to a variety of in-demand shows. Moreover, later this year, viewers will also have the opportunity to enjoy Hayu, which will bring a diverse selection of reality TV content to audiences in the UK.
Even though the official launch of Hayu is set for July, Sky has pleasantly surprised fans by offering a sneak peek. The “Taste of Hayu” update is now accessible, granting users access to more than 150 episodes from some of Hayu’s most popular franchises, including Below Deck Mediterranean, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and Vanderpump Rules.
This preview is currently available to Sky Stream and Sky Glass customers who have the Ultimate TV package, as well as Sky Q and Sky+ users, enabling them to watch selected seasons on demand.
The complete rollout of Hayu in July will unlock the entire library, providing reality TV enthusiasts with the opportunity to enjoy hundreds of additional series. Furthermore, new episodes of major shows will be available on the same day they air in the US, all included within the Sky TV subscription.
In a statement, Sky mentioned, “Reality TV fans are in for a treat, as a selection of Hayu’s most popular shows can now be watched by Sky TV subscribers. Customers can enjoy selected seasons of their favorite shows directly from their homepage, on demand, and at no extra cost, offering a glimpse of what’s to come before the official launch of Hayu on Sky in July.”
Hayu will join Netflix and Disney+ as part of the Ultimate package, with HBO Max set to be added the following week, and full integration of Hayu scheduled for later in the year.
Included in the new £24 package are:
– Netflix Standard with Ads
– Disney+ Standard with Ads (starting in March, date to be confirmed)
– HBO Max Basic with Ads (launching in the UK & Ireland on March 26)
– Hayu (full access from July, with preview content available from March)
– Over 130 Sky channels