Sky has officially confirmed a significant free upgrade for its television customers, delivering a blockbuster enhancement to their viewing experience. The broadcaster is now offering full access to the Disney+ subscription service as part of its newly updated Sky Ultimate plan, providing a substantial £5.99 monthly perk at no additional charge.
What the Free Upgrade Includes
For existing Sky TV subscribers, this means that popular content from Pixar, Star Wars, Disney, and Marvel can now be streamed without paying a penny extra. The upgrade is automatically applied to eligible packages, making it simple for customers to enjoy this expanded entertainment lineup.
The revamped Sky Ultimate package does not stop with Disney+. Sky has announced that HBO Max Basic will be introduced very soon, with Hayu also set to land on screens later this year. This comprehensive approach brings multiple streaming services together under one subscription.
Seamless Integration Across Platforms
Another key benefit is the seamless integration across Sky's various platforms, including Sky Glass, Sky Stream, and Sky Q. Disney+ content will now appear in features such as Continue Watching, search functionalities, and voice control, creating a more unified and convenient viewing experience.
Additionally, Sky Cinema subscribers receive an extra bonus: a new dedicated Disney+ Cinema channel. This enhancement further enriches the offering for movie enthusiasts.
Details of the New Sky Ultimate Package
For those not yet with Sky, the new Sky Ultimate package is available to all UK homes, starting at £24 per month. Here is what the £24 plan includes:
- Netflix Standard with Ads – available now
- Disney+ Standard with Ads – available now
- HBO Max Basic with Ads – launching in the UK and Ireland on 26 March
- Hayu – full access from July, with some content available earlier
- Over 130 Sky channels included
Executive Insights and Customer Benefits
Sophia Ahmad, Sky's Chief Consumer Officer, described this update as a major step forward in bringing Sky, Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max, and Hayu together in a single subscription. She emphasized that the goal is to simplify streaming, allowing viewers to move effortlessly between their favourite shows in a fully integrated environment.
Ahmad also noted that millions of existing customers will gain access to this expanded lineup at no extra cost. Furthermore, NOW Entertainment users will receive HBO Max within the app without any added charge, extending the benefits across Sky's service ecosystem.
Overall, Sky states that these changes are part of its ongoing push to streamline streaming and deliver a more cohesive and user-friendly viewing experience for all customers.
