### Sky Reduces Movie Offering: A Closer Look at Upcoming Changes
For avid movie fans subscribed to Sky, navigating the multitude of offers and packages—even after the spinoff of the streaming service „Sky Ticket“ into the newly branded WOW in 2022—remains a daunting task. The complexity persists, but significant changes are on the horizon for Sky Cinema enthusiasts.
#### Price Structure and Packages at a Glance
Sky has been diversifying its services, segmenting them into various packages under Sky Entertainment and Sky Entertainment Plus, both of which come with a 12-month minimum contract period. The basic Sky Entertainment Plus package is priced at €27.50 monthly, with optional add-ons including Sky Sport (€36.50 monthly), Sky Cinema (€41 monthly), and Sky Fußball-Bundesliga (€44 monthly). Customers opting for a full package experience shell out €66.50 monthly, with the possibility of spending an additional €30 on supplementary services such as Sky Kids, Sky Go Plus, or Multiscreen.
#### Major Changes Coming April 11
Despite the stable pricing, Sky announced significant programming changes set to take effect from mid-April. The broadcaster aims to „optimize and simplify“ the structure of its „Sky Cinema“ channels by April 11, which entails a notable reduction in its offerings.
After 50 days from the announcement, three out of eight Sky Cinema channels will cease operations. The channels facing the ax are Sky Cinema Premieren+24, Sky Cinema Thriller, and Sky Cinema Fun, leaving behind only five Sky Cinema channels. Here’s a brief overview of the surviving channels and their focus:
– **Sky Cinema Action HD**: A hub for movies specializing in action, thriller, crime, and horror genres.
– **Sky Cinema Classics HD**: Offering timeless classics spanning several decades, featuring titles such as „Once Upon a Time in the West,“ „Hatari!“ and „Ben-Hur.“
– **Sky Cinema Family HD**: Tailored family entertainment with children’s movies by day and a mix of drama, comedy, and suspense for adults by night.
– **Sky Cinema Highlights HD**: Showcasing film specials, pop-up channels, and blockbuster hits from the past 25 years.
– **Sky Cinema Premiere HD**: The go-to for the latest cinematic releases, with initial offerings including „Kandahar“ and „Manta Manta – Part Two.“
Sky’s decision to streamline its linear offerings stems from the ever-increasing preference for on-demand content among its subscribers. By distributing all movie content across five focused channels, Sky Cinema aims to present a more distinctly themed channel profile, enabling subscribers to find their favorite movies more quickly.
For Sky Cinema subscribers, this adjustment marks the end of an era for three beloved channels but also heralds a more streamlined and possibly more navigable future. As the dust settles over this consolidation, it will be intriguing to see how these changes enhance the viewing experience for Sky’s loyal audience.
source: https://www.ifun.de/weniger-sky-cinema-sky-streicht-filmangebot-zusammen-228009/
