Apple today announced a multiyear partnership with Canal+ Group that will see Apple TV+ available at no extra cost for existing Canal+ subscribers in France, Czech Republic, and Slovakia. Subscribers will be able to access Apple TV+ movies and TV shows via existing set-top boxes from April 20.
The move comes as Apple is gearing up to launch its second French-speaking show, Drops of God. The show will debut on April 21, one day after the partnership goes into effect. Liaison, Apple’s first French series, debuted in February of this year.
I’ve long admired Canal+ and their commitment to high-quality programming, so we couldn’t be more excited to work with them to bring the award-winning films and series of Apple TV+ into even more homes across France. This is an incredible offering for Canal+ customers. And through shows like Liaison and Drops of God, we remain committed to the country’s creative industries and shining a spotlight on many of its best writers, directors, actors, and artists.
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Speaking to Variety, Cue heralded the announcement as a “true partnership.” Cue also warned that similar deals with other providers aren’t to be expected soon, stating that “this is a pretty unique situation.”
Maxime Saada, Canal+ Chairman and CEO of Canal+ Group, said that “Apple is one of the greatest brands in the world and we are proud to associate the CANAL+ brand with it today.” Saada also added that “When Apple decided to develop television devices and launch Apple TV, it was the best-in-class experience and with Apple TV+, they’ve applied these high standards and excellence to content and in just a few years it has become one of the world’s leading players in the industry.”
