Sky is making changes in 2026 with the introduction of a new Ultimate plan that includes premium channels like Sky Atlantic, Sky One, and Sky Documentaries, along with Netflix and Disney+ at a single monthly rate. Additionally, the upcoming HBO Max will be incorporated into the package upon its launch this week, offering a variety of popular shows on demand at no additional charge. Later this year, subscribers will also gain access to Hayu, which will bring a diverse selection of reality TV content to audiences in the UK.
While the full launch of Hayu is set for July, Sky has surprised fans by releasing an early preview known as “Taste of Hayu.” This preview gives viewers access to over 150 episodes from some of the platform’s most well-known franchises, including Below Deck Mediterranean, The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, and Vanderpump Rules.
The “Taste of Hayu” preview is currently available to Sky Stream and Sky Glass customers with the Ultimate TV package, as well as Sky Q and Sky+ users, allowing them to watch selected seasons on demand.
The complete rollout of Hayu in July will unlock the entire catalog, enabling reality TV enthusiasts to enjoy hundreds of additional series. Moreover, new episodes of major shows will be accessible on the same day as their US airing, all included within the Sky TV offering.
In an announcement, Sky stated, “Reality fans are in for a treat, with a selection of Hayu’s most talked-about shows now available for Sky TV subscribers. Customers can enjoy select seasons of favorites directly from their homepage, on demand, and included within their subscription—offering a glimpse of what’s to come before the full launch of Hayu on Sky in July.”
Hayu will join Netflix and Disney+ as part of the Ultimate package, while HBO Max is set to join next week, with full integration of Hayu planned later in the year.
The new £24 package includes Netflix Standard with Ads, Disney+ Standard with Ads (effective from March, date TBD), HBO Max Basic with Ads (launching in the UK & Ireland on 26 March), full access to Hayu starting in July (with preview content available from March), and over 130 Sky channels.