VANCOUVER – Telus announced today Optik TV customers now have access to AMC Networks’ Acorn TV, a streaming service that specializes in British and international television, on free preview.
“Acorn TV features original and exclusive new and classic dramas, mysteries, and comedies including Whitstable Pearl, Manhunt starring Martin Clunes, My Life is Murder starring Lucy Lawless, and Bloodlands starring James Nesbitt,” a press release says.
“Customers can access the free preview of Acorn TV on channel 377 and through the On Demand library now until September 21, and can add Acorn TV to their Optik TV subscription through the Variety theme pack.”
The Variety theme pack costs $8 per month and includes programming from BBC First, E! Network, CTV Life, OWN, Much, and OUTtv, the release says.
Acorn TV is also available through the Optic TV mobile app on demand.
“We are excited to be the first content provider in Canada to bring Acorn TV in a theme pack and its top-rated British and international shows to our Optik TV customers,” said Zainul Mawji, executive vice-president of home solutions at Telus.
“As we move into cooler weather across Canada, we know our customers will be looking for fresh new content to discover and enjoy at home.”
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