CNN will expand its All Access subscription streaming service to Canada and the UK, starting next week.
Beginning Tuesday, Oct. 20, Canadian and UK subscribers will be able to stream a selection of live channels from CNN’s roster of international and U.S. programming, exclusive video-on-demand content, and CNN Original Series and CNN Films from the network’s content library.
Subscribers will also have unlimited access to all text, audio and video content on CNN.com and the CNN app, including subscriber-only reportage and feature stories.
The timing of the international launch comes ahead of the looming U.S. midterm elections.
“CNN’s reputation as a premium, trusted name in news is unparalleled around the globe. We’re excited to provide these audiences with a simple way to access our live 24/7 channel and global reporting in one place,” said Alex MacCallum, Chief Operating Officer, CNN Worldwide, in an announcement this week. “Following the enthusiastic reception of this offering in the U.S., expanding first to the U.K. and Canada has been our top international expansion priority as we continue to invest in and grow our direct-to-consumer business.”
Eligible cable subscribers in Canada will be able to log in with their Pay TV credentials at no charge, with All Access available in Canada for $7.99 CAD per month or $79.99 CAD annually, and in the UK for £4.99 per month or £49.99 annually, following an introductory offering.
CNN says it plans to expand the All Access subscription to additional international markets in the coming year.
