#WeGotU: Your favourite UKTV channels have got a new look

You may have noticed that something’s different when you’ve been looking for something to watch, or having a scroll through the TV Guide, but that doesn’t mean your favourite shows are no longer around... here's what you

Everything you need to know about the UKTV channel rebrand

UKTV Play = U 

With nearly 8,500 hours of some of the best content around the UKTV Play has now become U, where you can stream all your favourite shows in one place, including:  

Dramas such as Annika, Holby City, Madam Secretary, and A Million Little Things. 

Comedies like Meet the Richardsons, Red Dwarf, Live at the Apollo and We Are Not Alone. 

Entertainment in the form of Big Zuu's Big Eats, David Mitchell's Outsiders, Mel Giedroyc: Unforgivable and World's Most Dangerous Roads. 

Factual entertainment like Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over, MasterChef Australia, Katie Piper: Jailhouse Mums, Secrets of the London Underground, Bangers & Cash. 

As well as exclusive shows, additional episodes and award-winning originals. 

W = U&W (channel 156)

U&W continues to be passionate about people, offering a quality mix of heart-warming shows like Emma Willis: Delivering Babies, Katherine Ryan: Parental Guidance, Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over, and Gemma and Gorka: Life Behind the Lens. 

Dave = U&Dave (channel 157)

U&DAVE is the same award-winning entertainment channel home to UKTV Original comedy hits such as the BAFTA-winning Big Zuu's Big Eats, Battle In The Box, and David Mitchell’s Outsiders. 

Drama = U&Drama  (channel 158)

Dive into a world of captivating dramas on U&Drama guaranteed to keep you glued to your seat. From classic favourites like Call the Midwife and The Bill to gripping modern shows like Silent Witness, Sister Boniface Mysteries, as well as favourites Whitstable Pearl, and The Marlow Murder Club. 

Yesterday = U&Yesterday (channel 159)

Discover fascinating factual stories from the world around us such as Abanoned Engineering, mixed with original series like Bangers & Cash and new and exclusive episodes of favourites Find It, Fix It, Flog It and Canal Boat Diaries on U&Yesterday.

Best Shows to Watch on U  

U&DAVE 

Future Man

Janitor Josh Frutturman leaves an ordinary and boring life, working and playing video games. Everything changes when he beats his video game and mysterious visitors arrive from the future to tell him he’s humanity’s only hope! Starring Josh Hutcherson (Hunger Games), Derek Wilson (Preacher), Eliza Coup (Happy Endings) and Seth Rogan (Superbad). 

The Game

Set in the secretive world of 1970s espionage, this Cold War spy thriller sees Daddy, the head of MI5 assembled a secret team to investigate Soviet Operation Glass – a Soviet plot that could change the course of the Cold War. Starring Brian Cox (Succession), Shaun Dooley (Changing Ends) and Tom Hughes (Red Joan).  

Mad Men

This American period drama is about one of New York most prestigious and premier add agencies in the 1960’s, focusing on the life of creative director Donald Draper as he tries to balance his unsteady personal life with his high-achieving professional life. Starring Jon Hamm (Top Gun: Maverick), January Jones (Love Actually) and Elisabeth Moss (The Handmaids Tale). 

U&YESTERDAY 

Secrets of the London Underground

Railway historian Tim Dunn and Hidden London Engagement Manager Siddy Holloway team up to explore the hidden and closed off parts of London’s Transport network. From abandoned tunnels, to hidden staircases to secret bunkers, this show has it all! 

Abandoned Engineering

Dive into the world of forgotten projects where structures lay abandoned covering in moss, rust and weeds. The show explores some of the greatest engineering projects and what they could have been! 

Find It, Fix It, Flog It

Henry Cole and Simon O’Brien travel around the UK finding unique items lost in people’s homes. With creative ideas and hard work they fix them up and turn a profit for the owners! 

U&W 

Love Me 

Love Me is an Australian drama series that follows the love and loss of a family following the death of their disabled mother. The three struggle with their lives but eventually find themselves again within each other. Starring Hugo Weaving (The Matrix), William Lodder (Go Karts) and Bojana Novakovic (Instinct).  

Louis Theroux interviews  

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Louis Theroux welcomes the biggest UK stars into his home for personal and up-close conversations. 

U&DRAMA 

A Small Light

This drama is inspired by the true story of Miep and Jan Gies, the couple who risked their lives to keep the members of the Secret Annex hidden during WW2. Staring Beth Powley (A Royal Night Out) and Joe Cole (Peaky Blinders). Find out everything you need to know about a Small Light. 

We Hunt Together

This gripping thriller is a twist on the classic cat-and-mouse tale as it explores the power of manipulation whilst two detectives track down a deadly duo. Starring Dipa Ola (Baghdad Central), Hermione Corfield (The Road Dance), Babou Ceesay (Wolfe) and Colin Morgan (Merlin).  

Sister Boniface Mysteries

This detective comedy-drama follows the investigations of Sister Boniface, a renowned nun, moped rider, winemaker and part-time forensic scientist as she helps the local police solve their crimes. Starring Lorna Watson (Father Brown).

New Shows coming to U 

Looking for something new to add to your watchlist? #WeGotU! 

Bangers & Cash (Season 10)

Coming soon to U and U&Yesterday 

The Mathewson’s return to our screens with their family-run car auction business based in Yorkshire where they find all sorts of classic and rare cars for buyers! 

Whitstable Pearl (Season 2)

Available on U from Tuesday the 16th July 

Season One saw restaurant owner Pearl juggling her cheffing commitments with her side hustle as a PI. Series two sees Pearl transitioning from a chef that solves crimes, to a full-time detective who owns a restaurant. Starring Kerry Godliman (After Life) and Howard Charles (Top Boy). If you haven’t seen season 1, we caught up with Kerry Godliman to find out all about it. Here’s what you can expect in season 1 of Whitstable Pearl. 

Sons of Anarchy

Coming soon to U and U&Dave 

This eight-season series is about to drop on U. The show follows the life of Jax Teller, a member of the outlaw Sons of Anarchy (SAMCRO) as he tries to fulfil his father’s wishes by preventing the club going down a dangerous path. Charlie Hunnam (The Gentlemen) stars. 

Orlando Bloom: To the Edge

Coming soon to U and U&Dave 

Follow Orlando Bloom as he embarks on a journey of self-discovery by undertaking three extreme sports to push his limits and grow physically, mentally and spiritually. 

Mike

Coming soon to U and U&Dave 

This eight-episode mini-series explores the peaks and troughs of Mike Tyson's boxing career. From global athlete to outcast to athlete again! 

SisterS 

Watch on U from Friday 12th July

After the death of her mother, Sare discovers her father isn’t biological and her real father was an Irish busker. While attempting to track him down she discovers her half-sister Suze and together they take a road trip across Ireland to find their estranged father. Starring Sarah Goldberg and Susan Stanley. 

Outrageous

Coming to U and U&Dave in 2025 

This new series sees six sisters who refuse to play by the rules. Set in 1930’s Outrageous will bring the true and uncensored story of the Mitford sisters to our screens. 

World’s Most Dangerous Roads (Season 3)

Coming to U and U&Dave in 2025 

This reality series sees two celebrities filmed as they journey around the world on the most dangerous roads in a sport-utility vehicle. 

 

Check out the full TV schedule on Freesat’s TV Guide for some of best telly!