Freely is a comprehensive streaming service offering UK consumers a wide range of live and on-demand TV viewing, and its extensive channel catalog is growing even further.
Starting in 2026, Freely will add 10 new channels to its library, including Blaze, Bloomberg News, True Crime UK, AMC Reality, Movie Channel, as well as a host of channels targeting different locations in the UK, for example, London TV, Liverpool TV, etc.
In addition to Freely’s next wave of free-to-air channels, ITV and Channel 5 will launch their own subsidiary channels, bundling specific programs into one easy-to-access channel. This is likely to emulate Channel 4’s own channels on Freely, which arrived just a few weeks ago, including 4Reality, 4Life and 4Homes, but there’s one new channel in particular that could be perfect for movie buffs.
Among Freely’s next era of titles is Talking Pictures TV, which you can currently access on Freeview Channel 82, Sky 328, Virgin Media 445, Freesat 306 and YouView 82. Known for its 24-hour streaming of classic and vintage British movies and TV shows – think John Wayne. Brannigan (1974) and the original thunder birds series – The free channel has become increasingly popular in the free-to-air space and will find a new home on Freely next year.
Although it has only been around for just under two years, Freely has become one of the leading free streaming services for viewers and is seen as a serious competitor against other UK rivals Free Sky and Virgin TV, both established entertainment services.
That said, it’s clear that despite Freely’s already wide range of free channels, it’s just getting started and is always looking for ways to expand and grow its services.
Since the announcement, Everyone TV CEO Jonathan Thompson has shared his excitement for the company’s next venture, stating that “this latest round of content partners marks another step forward for Freely as we expand the platform for viewers and partners alike.”
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