Thursday, December 20, 2024: This Christmas, Samsung welcomes a range of new content to bolster its free, festive line-up on Samsung TV Plus, as families settle in for the holiday streaming season.

With over 200 live TV channels and thousands of movies and shows on demand, all for free, Samsung TV Plus offers a diverse range of premium programming to suit every taste this holiday season. No subscriptions, no downloads—just pure festive fun available across Samsung Smart TVs^[1].

Samsung is bringing the heat this Christmas with a wide range of content to suit every home’s festive viewing wishes. From viral YouTube interview show, Hot Ones, iconic Christmas classics on Festive Hub, the latest in trending K-content, festive foodie content from Jamie Oliver, and live sporting coverage on FIFA+ and the Tennis Channel, there really is something for everyone.

Beyond the hundreds of free live TV channels spanning multiple genres like news, entertainment, sports, Samsung is also delivering top gaming action with the Samsung Gaming Hub – your gateway to over 3,000 cloud-enabled games, right from your TV^[2].

With leading services like XBOX Game Pass^[3], NVIDIA GeForce NOW, and Amazon Luna integrated seamlessly, players can jump into their favourite titles instantly. Whether you’re battling through epic adventures, solving puzzles, or enjoying family-friendly classics, the Samsung Gaming Hub makes gaming more accessible and immersive than ever. It’s, perfect for holiday gatherings or solo play.

Gus Grimaldi, Head of Samsung TV Plus EMEA, said: “At Samsung, we’re creating an all-in-one entertainment hub that offers something for everyone. From festive favourites and globally loved shows on Samsung TV Plus to immersive gaming experiences on the Samsung Gaming Hub, we’re providing families with choice and convenience this Christmas. Our goal is to make it easier than ever for people to come together, enjoy incredible content, and create lasting memories this holiday season.”

Jordan Byers, Brand Marketing Lead at Samsung Electronics UK&I comments: “Our Christmas offering is just one of the many ways we’re committed to delivering more than just a TV. With advanced AI optimisation that provides the perfect picture and sound, to an ever-growing rooster of content to watch and play, we’re offering our customers more ways to enjoy and experience our products than ever before.”

Samsung TV Plus Top Christmas Selects

Festive Hub: the home of heart-warming holiday films

Festive Hub delivers the essential Christmas experience for a range of audiences. With a line-up of many cheerful films such as snowy romances from Hallmark media and Lifetime entertainment, to great comedies, and animated specials. There are seasonal offerings for the whole family, perfect for cosy evenings by the fire.

Hot Ones: the YouTube series heating up the holidays

Dive into the globally beloved Hot Ones, where celebrities answer questions while enduring increasingly spicy wings. It’s the ultimate mix of laughs, spice, and surprising revelations to keep you entertained this Christmas, with its latest guests including Paul Mescal, Idris Elba, and Millie Bobbie Brown.

The latest in K-Content: your gateway to global stories

For fans of Korean dramas, movies, and variety shows, Samsung TV Plus brings the freshest K-content to your screen. Celebrate the holidays with gripping stories, high-quality productions, and globally trending series.

Jamie Oliver cooking shows: festive inspiration for your Christmas feast

Jamie Oliver’s beloved cooking shows are here to make your Christmas delicious. From traditional roasts to creative twists on festive favourites, Jamie brings expert guidance and accessible recipes for all.

[1] Samsung Gaming Hub comes already available on Samsung Smart TV models from 2022, 2023 and 2024.

[2] Internet connection, additional gaming service subscription and compatible controller required. Gaming Hub not available in Republic of Ireland.

[3] Requires Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription. Internet connection and compatible controller required.

London, UK – 21st June, 2022 – Samsung Electronics Ltd has expanded its free content entertainment offering to Samsung TV Plus audiences including exclusive access to America’s Got Talent.

Samsung TV Plus has become one of the fastest-growing streaming services in the world following its debut in 2015, delivering instant access to news, sports entertainment and more. Available in 23 countries and comprising of thousands of channels globally, Samsung TV Plus offers free TV content for everyone to enjoy.

New for 2022, the service is offering audiences access to some of the world’s most popular shows, such as American Idol launched on Samsung TV Plus in March this year and now America’s Got Talent and Music City. Samsung has also secured exciting content partnerships with superstars such as Kevin Hart – as well as launching a wide range of owned and operated channels to cater for every audience need.

America’s Got Talent 2022 season – Samsung TV Plus – UK Exclusive

Samsung TV Plus will be airing America’s Got Talent 2022 season exclusively on Samsung TV Plus UK starting this June on channel 4001 via The Entertainment Hub channel. The 2022 season sees Terry Crews returning as the host, and Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum and Sofia Vergara as judges.

Samsung TV Plus will launch a dedicated America’s Got Talent channel, showcasing 24/7 live and on-demand content including the latest 2022 AGT season, as well as 2021 season and Americas’ Got Talent Extreme.

Richard Jakeman, European Head of Business Development for Samsung TV Plus, said: “When talented, amateur entertainers meet world famous judges in front of a live audience – you get world class content. And Samsung TV Plus is dedicated to bringing the best entertainment to our audiences, whenever and wherever they want it.

We’re delighted that America’s Got Talent’s quest to find the latest global superstar continues on Samsung TV Plus as the next generation of dreamers put themselves in the spotlight of one of the most iconic reality TV shows ever made.”

American Idol 2022 – Samsung TV Plus – UK Exclusive

American Idol 2022 is available exclusively on Samsung TV Plus UK. And following the success of the show on Samsung TV Plus, it’s now getting its own dedicated channel on the streaming service. Samsung TV Plus has launched a dedicated owned and operated channel for American Idol, showing 24/7 live and on-demand American Idol season 5 (2022) and season 4 (2021).

New Partnerships

Enhancing its already stellar line up of entertainment partnerships, Samsung TV Plus has continued its push by securing two more partnerships with some of the biggest names in show-biz.

These partnerships include:

Exclusive partnership: Samsung TV Plus x LOL! Network

LOL! Network, owned by the iconic comedian, Kevin Hart, launches exclusively to Samsung TV Plus in the UK, and also in Sweden and the Netherlands.

Audiences can enjoy the iconic stand-up series that launched the careers of legendary comedians including Bernie Mac, Steve Harvey, Martin Lawrence, DL Hughley, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock and more.

Samsung TV Plus x TalkTV

After a lot of deliberation and anticipation, TalkTV has finally launched in the UK. The channel is trailblazing into a new era with its fresh, alternative take on the news agenda.

Talk Radio TV rebrands on Samsung TV Plus as TalkTV – where Samsung TV Plus viewers will be able to access Piers Morgan’s brand new show Uncensored on channel 4316.

On TalkTV, Piers Morgan and other superstar entertainment figures deliver fearless debates and agenda-setting interviews – plus a packed schedule of programmes to entertain and excite.