Get The Lowdown On The New Free Sony Entertainment FAST Channels On Rakuten TV
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Rakuten TV announces new FAST channels in the UK. This launch is in collaboration with Sony Pictures Entertainment. Get the details here.
Rakuten TV, one of Europe’s leading streaming platforms, has announced the launch of twenty new FAST channels in a new deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE). The newly launched free ad-supported channels in the UK now offer a diverse mix of single IP channels and scripted series genre channels, giving audiences a wide range of entertainment without any extra cost.
The new channels are:
Comedy TV, including series such as Seinfeld and The Nanny.
Thriller TV, including series such as Breaking Bad and The Good Doctor.
Faves, including series such as Married…with Children and Charlie’s Angels.
Dragons’ Den
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?
MARCOS MILANEZ
Marcos Milanez, Chief Content Officer at Rakuten TV, said:
“This latest agreement with Sony Pictures Entertainment reflects the strength of our long-standing relationship, which now spans TVOD, AVOD, and FAST. It also reinforces our commitment to delivering premium free, ad-supported entertainment to audiences across Europe. As FAST continues to grow, viewers are increasingly embracing it as a primary destination for content. This is particularly true when programming is localized and relevant to their markets. By adding these new channels, we are expanding access to some of the world’s most recognizable entertainment brands. At the same time, we are also creating meaningful opportunities for advertisers to connect with engaged audiences at scale.”
PETER WOOD
Peter Wood, EVP, Consumer Platforms & Services, SPE, said:
“This agreement reflects our continued commitment to expanding access to Sony Pictures’ premium television content through FAST. We’re pleased to work with Rakuten TV to bring audiences across Europe a compelling lineup of iconic brands and fan-favorite series in an engaging, free viewing experience.”
Rakuten TV is actively enhancing its FAST lineup by adding new channels, bringing the total to over 500 unique options, including more than 100 that are Owned & Operated. With a presence in 43 European territories and access to over 150 million households, Rakuten TV is driving its expansion in the European streaming ecosystem.
Download the Rakuten TV app today and start enjoying content from one of Europe’s leading streaming platforms.
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