Discovery Networks Join Sling TV Service

Sling TV is bolstering its service offerings with the addition of nine live Discovery networks, including Spanish-language channels.

Discovery Channel, Investigation Discovery (ID) and TLC are now available in the Sling Blue base service, while ID and MotorTrend can be accessed in the Sling Orange base service. American Heroes Channel and Destination America have launched as Heartland Extra add-ons; Science Channel is being offered as a News Extra add-on; and Discovery en Español and Discovery Familia are now available in the Best of Spanish TV base or as add-on Extras.

“We are thrilled to add Discovery networks to Sling TV’s lineup as they bring highly requested channels that offer immersive programs for any age group,” said Warren Schlichting, the president of Sling TV. “With the addition of some Discovery channels in our base service and others in our genre-based add-on Extras, we continue to deliver on our consumer promise of providing the most choice and flexibility in programming options.”

“We are extremely pleased to announce a comprehensive, long-term agreement with Sling TV, confirming the strength and value of Discovery’s high-quality, safe family-friendly brands,” added Eric Phillips, the president of affiliate distribution at Discovery. “Discovery’s commitment to viewers across the globe is to share our brands across every screen, service and device. This partnership with Sling TV is another positive step towards ensuring our brands are reaching our fans no matter where they are watching.”