Channel 5 has confirmed that it is planning to launch its new 5 Later service this January.

The service will be available on Freeview, YouView, Freesat and Sky.

5 Later will be “a catch-up channel”, similar to Channel 4’s 4seven.

It will provide a chance to see a repeat of programmes shown on Channel 5 earlier in the day or in the past 24 hours

About 5 Later

5 Later is a UK television channel that serves as a time-shifted version of Channel 5, offering viewers another opportunity to catch up on Channel 5’s programming. Launched as part of Channel 5’s suite of digital channels, 5 Later airs popular content from Channel 5, including dramas, documentaries, reality shows, and films, typically one hour after the original broadcast. This time-shift feature allows audiences more flexibility in viewing their favorite shows. Like its parent channel, 5 Later caters to a broad audience with diverse programming, making it a convenient option for those who may miss prime-time broadcasts.