Channel 4 to join Disney+

According to the partners, the first-of-its-kind collaboration provides greater access to distinctive British public service media for Disney+ audiences. From early 2027, Disney+ customers will be able to watch Channel 4’s linear HD channel, plus hundreds of hours of its scripted and unscripted content through its on-demand catalogue.

The agreement includes multiple Channel 4 shows being available on-demand each year on Disney+, at the same time as their release via Channel 4. These include drama Maya featuring Bella Ramsey, comedy Stepping Up featuring Denise Welch, and reality format Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins − plus Channel 4’s main TV channel and additional on-demand content.

The on-demand offering will feature a range of Channel 4 shows available 'day and date' on Disney+ − with Disney+ customers gaining access to multiple new Channel 4 shows each year as part of their existing subscription. Channel 4 will be available via a Channel 4-branded section featuring the same navigation and user experience as the rest of Disney+. 

Priya Dogra, Chief Executive, Channel 4, said: “We’re thrilled to be working with Disney+ to give audiences even more ways to discover and enjoy Channel 4’s brilliant shows. Channel 4 is home to some of the UK and Ireland’s most talked about and trusted programming, and this new service will help those shows reach viewers in new places. This exciting step shows how collaboration between broadcasters and streamers can create more choice and value for audiences.”

Adam Smith, Chairman, Direct-to-Consumer, Disney Entertainment, said: “Local broadcaster partnerships are very important as we build our content libraries and serve fans around the world. Channel 4 has created shows with strong appeal to audiences in the UK and Ireland, and we’re excited to bring some of those favourites to Disney+. This agreement is the latest example of our global strategy, pairing high-quality local programming and cultural relevance with a complementary audience and more personalised streaming experience on Disney+.”

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