Virgin TV Adds Three Rakuten TV Channels

Virgin TV has added the FAST channels Rakuten TV Drama, Rakuten TV Comedy and Rakuten TV: Sci Fi to its offering at no additional cost to consumers.

Rakuten TV Drama features popular movies such as The Big Short, Gosford Park and JFK. Rakuten TV Comedy offers comedies like Big Momma’s House, The Internship and Bedazzled. Rakuten TV: Sci Fi’s lineup includes The Fountain and Predestination.

With the addition of these new channels, Virgin TV customers now have access to 40 FAST channels.

“We know that amazing content and value are a priority for our customers, and the launch of these exciting new streaming channels provides exactly that—unmissable entertainment, including great Hollywood blockbusters, at no extra cost,” said David Bouchier, chief TV and entertainment officer at Virgin Media O2. “From drama to comedy and everything in between, our lineup of streaming channels offers something for everyone, and these exciting additions will provide our customers with everything available from Rakuten TV, all in one place.”

Sidharth Jayant, chief product officer at Rakuten TV, added, “The launch of three additional FAST channels on Virgin Media TV marks the next phase of our ongoing partnership, giving viewers across the U.K. access to a broader range of streaming channels. Building on our existing presence on the platform, this extension also highlights the role of Rakuten TV Enterprise in enabling partners to scale and distribute free-to-view entertainment through FAST.”