British streamers willing to tolerate ads for free TV, study shows
As in other areas, British streamers are becoming increasingly weary of costs associated with premium services.
Channel 4 (UK)
Channel 4 is a British broadcast network that provides culturally-relevant, alternative programming. The channel was established in 1982 to provide competition to the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) and its two channels. It is mostly funded through commercial advertisements that run before and during programs.
Freeview broadcasters develop streaming version of service
The BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 are banding together to develop a streaming version of Freeview called “Freely.”
Channel 4 launches streaming channels in U.S.
Britain’s Channel 4 is launching two free, ad-supported streaming channels in the United States.
Channel 4 reports record revenue during 2022
The UK’s Channel 4 reported records in its earnings and content investment during 2022.
Sky, Channel 4 extend Formula 1 partnership through 2026
Channel 4 and Comcast’s Sky have extended a multi-year partnership that will allow fans of Formula 1 to watch some coverage on free TV.
Disney licenses shows to Channel 4 streaming service
Disney has agreed to license older TV comedies, thrillers and dramas to Channel 4 for its streaming service.
Officials signal end of privatization push for Channel 4
Plans to privatize the British public broadcaster Channel 4 may be over after government officials said they are working on a new business plan for the network.
Channel 4 to unify linear, video on-demand brand
Channel 4 says it will re-organize its linear channels and on-demand services around the “Channel 4” brand identity.
British TV show will let audience destroy art by Picasso, Hitler
A new British television show set to air on Channel 4 will let the audience decide whether Jimmy Carr destroys historic art.
British government moving forward with Channel 4 sale
Some lawmakers expressed concern that the sale of Channel 4 to private investors could diminish alternate programming on the network.
