Sky has added Hayu’s full reality-TV catalogue to eligible UK television packages, giving customers access to more than 250 shows without an additional Hayu charge. The collection includes box sets, new seasons and selected episodes released on the same day as their US broadcast.
The expansion was formally announced on July 29, 2026, following the limited “Taste of Hayu” preview introduced in March. Sky’s launch notes state that qualifying accounts have received access since July 14.
Hayu is NBCUniversal’s reality streaming service and the home of franchises including The Real Housewives, Below Deck and Million Dollar Listing.
Who can get Hayu on Sky?
Hayu is included with Sky Ultimate TV, Sky+ and most Sky Q pay-TV subscriptions. Sky Q Essentials and Basic plans are excluded, so viewers should confirm their package before trying to access the catalogue.
Sky Glass and Sky Stream users need an Ultimate TV subscription. New customers can currently get the package from £24 per month, although the price may change during its 24-month minimum term.
“At no extra cost” does not mean Hayu is available without a paid Sky plan. It means qualifying subscribers will not pay a separate monthly fee for the included content.
How to watch Hayu through Sky
Hayu programmes are integrated directly into the Sky TV experience rather than being limited to a separate application. Shows can appear on the homepage, in personalised recommendations and within Continue Watching.
Voice search works on Sky Glass, Sky Stream and Sky Q. Commands such as “Watch Hayu” or “Play Below Deck Mediterranean” can be used to find programmes quickly. Glass and Stream viewers can save favourites to their Sky OS Playlist alongside content from other services.
Supported shows are available away from the main television through Sky Go. The standalone Hayu app remains on Sky devices, but a separate login is not required to watch the catalogue provided through an eligible plan.
Which Hayu shows are included?
The library contains more than 250 reality series, including full seasons and current episodes from several established franchises. Featured titles include The Real Housewives of Atlanta, Below Deck Mediterranean and the 20th-anniversary season of The Real Housewives of Orange County.
Same-day US episodes reduce the waiting period for UK fans following active seasons. Individual titles may still enter or leave the catalogue, so availability should be checked through Sky search.
Package eligibility and supported features can be confirmed through Sky’s official Hayu announcement.
What existing Hayu subscribers should do
Customers paying for Hayu through Sky Marketplace can cancel that separate membership and use the version included with their qualifying TV plan. It is sensible to confirm access first and then check the next bill to avoid duplicate charges.
Subscriptions billed directly by Hayu, Apple, Google or another provider must be managed through that company. Sky has not said that independently purchased memberships will end automatically.
What comes with Sky Ultimate TV?
Ultimate TV brings together Sky channels and original programming with Netflix, Disney+, HBO Max and Hayu. This allows viewers to find entertainment from several providers within a common interface instead of moving between multiple apps.
The expanded bundle arrives during a crowded 2026 television and streaming release schedule, with platforms relying heavily on familiar franchises to retain subscribers.
Sky’s wider television line-up is changing in other ways too. The Hayu expansion follows recent service adjustments, including a Sky channel shutdown affecting viewers.
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Why the Hayu deal matters
The agreement widens NBCUniversal’s UK distribution while strengthening Sky’s position as a content aggregator. Search, recommendations, playlists and billing are brought together within one viewing environment, reducing the need to manage another standalone service.
For reality-TV fans, the immediate benefit is a larger on-demand library without another charge. The longer-term value will depend on whether Sky maintains competitive package pricing and continues making third-party content easy to find. Customers should still verify plan eligibility and cancel any overlapping Hayu subscription themselves.
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