Noting that its content portfolio is going from strength to strength, Malaysian service provider Unifi has extended its partnership in Malaysia with Warner Bros. Discovery, launching four HBO channels and the HBO GO streaming service.
With HGTV and Cartoon Network also added on Unifi TV in August, WBD now offers nine of its channels as well as the regional streaming service which will be available in October. HBO, HBO Family, HBO Hits and Cinemax will launch on Unifi TV and all Unifi TV Pack subscribers will be able to enjoy them as a 30-day free preview.
Unifi TV customers will have access to current hit titles, including the second season of Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty, HBO Asia Original MarkKim + Chef, and new movie premieres on HBO in September including Shazam! Fury of the Gods, Tár and Dungeon & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. From October onwards, HBO GO will also become available to Unifi TV subscribers giving them streaming access to DC series and movies, HBO Originals, Wizarding World, Looney Tunes and Tom & Jerry across multiple devices.
“With the addition of the HBO channels on Unifi TV and HBO GO, more fans in Malaysia will be able to enjoy HBO’s unique brand of premium entertainment than ever before,” said Shonali Bedi, head of affiliate distribution & digital partnerships – Southeast Asia & Hong Kong, Warner Bros. Discovery commenting on the move. “HBO GO offers subscribers a chance download and stream the greatest array of storytelling for all audiences, with movies and series across genres – drama, comedy, kids, factual, lifestyle and more – anytime, anywhere.”
Unifi executive vice president Anand Vijayan added: “We are pleased to work with Warner Bros. Discovery once more to expand our international channel selections for all Unifi TV customers. These movie channels will be a great addition to our line-up bringing our offerings to 77 channels. Through this partnership we are strengthening Unifi TV’s international channel and streaming app offerings which already includes global streaming partners and enhancing online content and entertainment options at affordable prices for all Malaysians.”