Sky and Disney have signed a multi-year distribution agreement that will bring Disney+ to Sky customers in the UK and Ireland at no extra cost, alongside a new streaming bundle featuring HBO Max, Netflix and Hayu.
From March 2026, the standard with ads tier of Disney+ will be included in various Sky TV subscriptions, saving customers £5.99 per month. The deal also includes deeper integration of the Disney+ app with Sky's operating system, allowing Disney+ shows to appear in the 'continue watching' rail and recommendations.
Sky subscribers can activate Disney+ via Sky Q, Sky Glass or Sky Stream, while existing Disney+ customers who migrate their accounts to Sky can also benefit from the cost saving. Additionally, Sky will offer a bundle combining Disney+, HBO Max, Netflix and Hayu in a single subscription, starting at £24 a month for a two-year fixed term.
Sophia Ahmad, Sky's chief consumer officer, said the deal addresses customer demand for simplicity in a complex market. Karl Holmes, Disney+ general manager for EMEA, noted that millions of Sky customers who have not yet subscribed to Disney+ will now gain access at no extra cost, potentially boosting Disney+ reach in the UK and Ireland by around 40%.
The agreement also includes the launch of a dedicated Disney+ Cinema linear channel. Both companies declined to disclose the exact term, but Holmes confirmed it spans multiple years. The deal does not cover co-productions or distribution of Disney+ content beyond the streaming platform and the new linear channel.
