MADRID – 20 December 2018 – Bringing fans closer to the Olympic Movement all year round, the Olympic Channel today announced that it is now available on connected TV devices for Android TV and Apple TV. It will also launch on the Roku platform in January 2019. Availability on additional devices will be announced in due course.
From the sports fans love to the ones you’ve never heard of, the Olympic Channel provides unparalleled access to the remarkable human stories behind remarkable human feats. Through comprehensive coverage, original programming, never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews, the Olympic Channel takes viewers outside the stadium, behind the scenes, and inside the minds of athletes.
"As the Olympic Channel continues to grow and evolve, we are dedicated to making our content available wherever our audiences are watching in efforts to create more personalised experiences for our viewers," said Mark Parkman, General Manager of the IOC’s global Olympic Channel. "With more and more consumers using connected TV devices, fans now have more options to discover our content and engage with their favourite sports and athletes."
Content initially available on connected TV devices include a 24/7 live stream and the Olympic Channel library of original content featuring more than 50 series developed with best-in-class production companies from more than 25 countries. Highlights include:
Five Rings Films: The Olympic Channel’s signature sports documentary series is produced by Hollywood legend Frank Marshall and Mandalay Sports Media. Directed by some of the biggest names in film from around the world, the feature-length films include The Nagano Tapes, which tells the inspiring underdog story of the Czech Republic’s stunning gold medal win in men’s ice hockey in 1998; The People’s Fighter’s, which examines Cuba’s boxing culture highlighting the career of the legendary Teofilo Stevenson; and The Golden Generation which spotlights the Argentine Men’s National Team’s historic run to claim gold at the Athens 2004 Olympic Basketball Tournament.
Original Series: From the heart-warming stories of athletes who overcame adversity in Against All Odds to the Webby award-winning Identify about the journeys of transgender athletes and the fitness-based Hitting the Wall which pits influencers against Olympians, the Olympic Channel provides an entertaining, inspiring and action-packed look at the everyday lives of athletes.
24/7 Live Streaming Channel: Those seeking a traditional TV experience can watch the 24/7 Olympic Channel TV live stream at any time. In the U.S., "Olympic Channel: Home of Team USA" will be available as the 24/7 live streaming channel and is accessible to authenticated pay TV subscribers. The round-the-clock streaming channel features original programming, Olympic Games event replays and other Olympic-related content.
Future plans for programming on connected TV devices include live events in select territories in collaboration with the Olympic Channel’s federation partners.
Offering year-round coverage of Olympic sports and elite athletes in their quest for success, the subscription-free Olympic Channel OTT service launched worldwide following the Olympic Games Rio 2016 on the web and Android and iOS devices.
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10 "Must-Watch" Videos on the Olympic Channel
Online or on-the-go, you can relive the excitement of the Olympics whenever you want! From exciting sport documentaries to fitness inspiration, the Olympic Channel has something for everyone. Here’s a quick list of videos you don’t want to miss:
1. "The Nagano Tapes" from Five Rings Films
There’s a reason why the story of these ice hockey underdogs is the most watched documentary on the Olympic Channel. If you haven’t watched it yet, you’re missing out…It’s more than a miracle!
2. "Shredding Monsters"
Catch a wave with surfing legend Garrett McNamara and other big wave stars as they take on swells from Nazare to Mavericks to test their skills on mother nature’s playground. Hang on for one gnarly hour!
3. Santiago Lange is "Against All Odds"
Need some motivation? At 54, this sailor lost half a lung to cancer just months before the Rio Olympics, and he STILL won a gold medal!
4. Go Beyond the Rings with "Anatomy Of"
Get your inner nerd on and go high-tech with athletes like rugby player Tom Mitchell who submits himself to physical and analytical tests to see just what makes his body elite. I’m in!
5. "Camps to Champs"
Moving is an understatement… Olympians including snowboarder Gus Kenworthy visit refugee camps around the world and learn first-hand how sport helps to heal and has the power to change lives. Go ahead, try not to cry.
6. "Far From Home"
India’s Shiva Keshavan is a six-time winter Olympian, but he lives in one of the hottest countries in the world … so how does he compete on ice? This guy one-in-a-billion…literally!
7. Skateboarding is "Going Olympic"
Skateboarding will make its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Games, and this local, old school crew of skateboarders can’t wait to see what the new generations come up with. Bring it on!
8. Finding your true self in "Identify"
This award-winning series about transgender athletes introduces you to the real-life experiences these LGBTQ athletes face in order to pursue their passions and live an authentic life.
9. "My Olympic Moment" with David Guetta
Music and sports go together like peanut butter and jelly! Who knew that world-renowned French DJ David Guetta is an Olympic fan? He narrates his favourite Olympic moment in this short, super-fun video.
10. Return to the Cold with "We Are One"
Everyone remembers when North Korea and South Korea marched together at the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, but did you know there were cameras following their every move? The insider’s story of their combined women’s ice hockey team is captured in this astounding documentary.
Can’t decide?
Just drop the remote! Check out the 24/7 streaming "Olympic Channel TV" to watch replays from the Olympic Games, original programming, other Olympic-related content, and more!
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