Channel 5’s free streaming service, My5, will launch on Sky Q next month, expanding its reach to millions more households across the UK.
The distribution deal comes as the broadcaster prepares to combine Channel 5 and My5 under the unified brand of 5 in March.
Sky Q customers will join Sky Stream and Sky Glass customers in have access to the PSB streaming service that has enjoyed record growth in 2025.
Jon Simkin, Managing Director, Content Partnerships, Sky, said: “Our goal is to ensure our customers get the best entertainment experience, so we’re thrilled to be expanding Channel 5’s presence on Sky Q with the launch of its My5 app. Adding to the extensive range of content and apps already available on Sky Q and through our on-demand library, My5 gives viewers greater flexibility to enjoy their favourite shows all in one place while building on the fantastic Channel 5 content already available to Sky Q customers.”
As part of Channel 5’s distribution agreement with Sky, video-on-demand (VOD) content from Channel 5’s linear portfolio will remain accessible via Sky’s VOD service.
Kiaran Saunders, VP Distribution, Paramount UK said: “Our expanded distribution across Sky Q marks an important milestone in My5’s ongoing growth, enabling us to reach more homes than ever before. With the upcoming refresh to 5, we’re thrilled to deliver an even more engaging, streamlined and richer viewing experience for all of our audiences.”
Among the content driving viewing growth are Channel 5 original dramas, including All Creatures Great and Small, Blindspot, The Teacher and Ellis, as well as hard-hitting documentaries like My Wife, My Abuser, non-scripted hits like Phillip Schofield: Castaway, true crime such as Cause of Death, kids’ programming from Channel 5’s preschool brand Milkshake! as well as acquired content such as Revenge and Home and Away.
As part of the 5 refresh in March, audiences will be able to enjoy a significantly expanded content line up to complement Channel 5 programming currently available on My5. 5 will feature premium content from across the wider Paramount family, spanning reality, drama, factual, films and true crime from MTV Entertainment Studios, CBS, and Comedy Central, as well as the opportunity to sample some of the biggest hits from Paramount+. There will also be a leading offer for kids and family from Milkshake! and Nickelodeon – as well as new box sets from additional content partners. For the first time, the streaming service will also include a new range of specially curated FAST channels, alongside an upgraded user experience and enhanced data-led advertising opportunities.
