Not finding enough reality TV on streaming services like Amazon Prime Video or Netflix? Hayu (pronounced ‘hey-you’) could be the answer to your problems.
Whether you’re looking to binge-watch one of the many The Real Housewives franchises, catch up on all the drama in Keeping Up With The Kardashians, take a peek inside celebrities’ lives like with Paris In Love, or watch some true crime documentaries and iconic movies, the platform has it all.
But how much does it cost? How can you watch it? And for reality TV-fanatics, is it worth it? Here’s all you need to know about Hayu…
What is Hayu?
Hayu came onto the scene in 2016. It’s a subscription-based video streaming service which focuses on reality and true crime TV. With over 300 shows on the platform, it’s easy to see why reality telly-lovers subscribe to get their fix. Plus, Hayu is owned by American network NBCUniversal, which means subscribers get to see shows on the same day they’re premiered in the US!
How to watch Hayu in the UK?
Luckily, there are a few ways you can watch Hayu in the UK!
To watch Hayu in the UK, simply head over to the Hayu site and select a plan. You’ll have the choice of three: one month for £4.99, six months for £23.99, or 12 months for £43.99. With the 12 month plan, you’ll save 25% off the monthly price, so if you’re a reality TV-fan (and trust us, with over 300 shows, you won’t run out of things to watch), a yearly subscription is a great option.
Plus, there’s a seven day free trial on any of the plans!
Watch over 8,000 episodes of reality shows on the same day as the US at Hayu on Now TV. It has every season of Keeping Up With The Kardashians and The Real Housewives, as well as box sets like Million Dollar Listing and Below Deck. Hayu is just £4.99 extra per month with your Now TV subscription.
Can you get a free Hayu trial with Now TV? Absolutely! Start your free seven day trial at nowtv.com as a new Hayu customer, and remember that the membership will automatically renew at £4.99 per month after the trial unless cancelled.
Grab a free week of Hayu at NowTV
Is Hayu on Amazon Prime Video? It certainly is. Like with Now TV, you can claim your seven day free trial, then it automatically renews at £4.99 per month. Hayu is available to all Amazon Prime Video users.
Start your free trial of Hayu with Amazon Prime Video
So what devices can you watch Hayu on? If you’re streaming Hayu through Now TV or Amazon Prime Video, Hayu will be available through the corresponding apps.
What devices can you stream Hayu on? The Hayu app is compatible with most smartphones, tablets and TV devices; Apple and Android smartphone users can download the app from the app store, Smart TVs such as Roku, Samsung and Fire TV sets will have the Hayu app, and the app is also compatible with Google Chromecast.
However, if you’d like to double-check you can download Hayu on your chosen device, the platform has handily provided a device list!
Can you download films and TV shows on Hayu? Yes! You can download any of the videos on your chosen app (whether that’s Hayu, Now TV or Amazon Prime Video), to watch later.
How much does Hayu cost in the UK?
What’s the cost? Perhaps the most important question when deciding to purchase a new streaming service. How much does Hayu cost? Hayu starts from £4.99 per month. You can get Hayu on Now TV and Amazon Prime Video for an additional £4.99 per month on top of your existing subscription. Or, you can get Hayu straight from the Hayu site for £4.99 a month for one month, £23.99 for six months, and £43.99 for 12 month. With the 12 month plan, you’ll save a whopping 25% on the monthly subscription cost, at around £3.70 per month.
Get Hayu for less than £3.70 a month
Is there a Hayu free trial?
Can you watch Hayu for free? You can! Here’s how to get a free seven day trial at Hayu…
Sign up for a one month, six month or 12 month trial of Hayu and get a free seven day trial with each one.
For Amazon Prime Video subscribers, you can get your hands on a free week of Hayu before paying £4.99 per month for the service.
Get a free seven day trial of Hayu at Amazon Prime Video
Don’t have an Amazon Prime Video account? There’s a free seven day trial for that, too! Simply head over to the Amazon Prime site.
Similarly, Now TV customers can get a free seven day trial of Hayu before committing to the £4.99 a month subscription fee. Although, we have to say, £4.99 is very cheap for a streaming platform with as much content as Hayu!
What TV shows and films to watch on Hayu?
Hayu is a reality TV-lover’s paradise! With over 300 shows and 8,000 episodes, there’s bound to be something for everyone on the streaming service. Whether you’re looking to watch a series from the very beginning, like Keeping Up With The Kardashians, try something you haven’t experienced before, such as Second Wives Club or Big Rich Texas, or even watch a film like 8 Mile starring Eminem, Hayu has good telly in abundance! With hours and hours of videos, here are just a few of the highlights…
Keeping Up with the Kardashians
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If you’ve landed on this page, you probably already know what this show is… Follow the crazy lives of the Kardashian/Jenner clan with all 20 seasons of KUWTK available on Hayu.
The Real Housewives
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From The Real Housewives of Orange County, Beverly Hills and New York to our side of the pond in Cheshire, Hayu has every single one of the Real Housewives franchises. If you’re familiar with the shows, you’ll know The Real Housewives have provided some of the most iconic moments in popular culture history, but we won’t spoil them…
Jersey Shore
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The show that inspired the UK’s Geordie Shore, this reality series follows eight housemates who spend their summer together at a vacation home. Chaos naturally ensues, and the viewers are treated to some of the wildest telly they’ll ever see.
Murdered by Morning
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It’s not just reality TV that you can watch on Hayu, true crime fans will also find plenty of shows to enjoy. Murdered by Morning follows a new murder each episode.
About Time
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Movie fans rejoice! Hayu was previously a TV-only streaming platform, but it has recently introduced films, such as About a Boy, Notting Hill, Bridesmaids and Richard Curtis’ About Time. About Time follows time traveller Tim as he navigates falling in love and travelling through time – a tricky one, we’re sure.
Other shows and films include…
- Blind Date US
- Below Deck
- The Disappearance of The Millbrook Twins
- Botched
- Pitch Perfect and Pitch Perfect 2
- Sixteen Candles
- Watch What Happens Live
- The DNA of Murder with Paul Holes
- Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood
- The Breakfast Club
- Project Runway
- Honey and Honey 2
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