Channel 4 strikes streaming deal with Disney+

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 08:20 · Archive

Channel 4 will be available on Disney+ in the UK and Ireland from early 2027 at no extra cost to subscribers.

Channel 4 and the Walt Disney Company have struck a deal to bring British broadcaster content to Disney+ in the UK and Ireland. From early 2027, Disney+ customers will be able to access Channel 4's linear HD channel, scripted and unscripted content through an on-demand catalogue, all at no extra cost to their existing subscription.

The agreement includes multiple Channel 4 shows being made available on-demand each year on Disney+, released at the same time as their television broadcast. Titles include drama Maya starring Bella Ramsey, comedy Stepping Up featuring Denise Welch, and reality show Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, alongside shows such as Big Mood, Tip Toe and 24 Hours In A&E. Channel 4 will appear via a branded section on Disney+ with the same navigation and user experience as the rest of the platform.

Priya Dogra, chief executive of Channel 4, said the broadcaster was 'thrilled' to work with Disney+ to give audiences more ways to discover its shows. She added that the partnership would help Channel 4 programming 'reach viewers in new places'. Adam Smith, chairman of direct-to-consumer for Disney Entertainment, described local broadcaster partnerships as 'very important' as the streaming service builds its content libraries globally.

How it is being reported

• Channel 4 strikes deal to bring its shows to Disney+Channel 4 will be available via a branded section featuring the same navigation and user experience as the rest of Disney+.Evening Standard · 27 Oct, 07:52
• Channel 4 strikes deal to bring its shows to Disney+Channel 4 will be available via a branded section featuring the same navigation and user experience as the rest of Disney+.Independent Business · 27 Oct, 07:52

In this story: Channel 4 · Walt Disney Company · Disney+ · UK · Ireland · Bella Ramsey · Denise Welch · Priya Dogra

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